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David Goes to Deutschland — and It Matters
A mayoral trip abroad isn’t usually linked to traffic—but maybe it should be. David West’s Germany visit could help Richmond Hill not just economically, but in a surprising way: fewer commutes, and less congestion.
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Why Do Fewer People Vote in Municipal Elections?
Despite being the level of government closest to daily life, municipal elections tend to attract lower voter turnout than provincial or federal races. This pattern is visible across Ontario, including… Homepage
Read MoreA Place to Gather — King Henry’s Arms
We’re expanding this column a bit. Alongside events, we’ll now spotlight local places worth knowing—spots where the community actually shows up, lingers, and connects. This week’s pick: King Henry’s Arms.… Homepage
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ISSUES
David Goes to Deutschland — and It Matters
A mayoral trip abroad isn’t usually linked to traffic—but maybe it should be. David West’s Germany v…
When Gas Prices Spike, Change Follows
Rising gas prices are squeezing households—but history shows they can also push cities toward less c…
Richmond Hill, Nowhere to Go
In car-dependent suburbs like Richmond Hill, social life doesn’t emerge naturally—it requires planni…
Housing Fixes That Backfire
Tax cuts and development charge changes may look like solutions to housing affordability—but they ri…
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Why Do Fewer People Vote in Municipal Elections?
Despite being the level of government closest to daily life, municipal elections tend to attract low…
The Elusive “Missing Middle”
Richmond Hill’s housing debate often jumps from detached homes straight to high-rise towers—but what…
Why Richmond Hill Depends on DCs
Development charges are at the center of the housing debate—but removing them doesn’t eliminate cost…
PERSPECTIVE
The Missing Second Act
An evening at the Richmond Hill Curtain Club Theatre sparked a bigger question: why do we build grea…
A City for Everyone
Richmond Hill has all the ingredients of an ideal suburb — beautiful homes, top schools, and endless…
Beyond the Booths — And Beyond the Windshield
Why Richmond Hill Needs Places People Can Actually Experience. Every winter, Richmond Hill’s Winter …
What Are Richmond Hill’s Streets For?
Rethinking Speed, Safety, and Productivity Before we argue about speed limits, speed cameras, or dri…
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