Why Richmond Hill Depends on DCs
Development charges are at the center of the housing debate—but removing them doesn’t eliminate costs, it shifts who pays. Here’s how they work, and why Richmond Hill relies on them.
Winter Cycling Myths Challenged
The book “That’ll Never Work Here” challenges the idea that winter makes cycling impossible, showing how thoughtful infrastructure and local advocacy can make year-round biking safe and accessible—even in cold climates like Richmond Hill.
Life Beyond Earth – A DDO Speakers Night
Where: David Dunlap Observatory, 123 Hillsview Drive, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 1T3 When: Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM Explore the possibility of life beyond… Life Beyond Earth – A DDO Speakers Night
Walk to School Meets Wide Roads
A recent school walk initiative highlights a growing tension in Richmond Hill: while officials encourage active travel, many parents say fast, multi-lane roads still make it too risky for kids to walk or bike to school independently.
Housing Fixes That Backfire
Tax cuts and development charge changes may look like solutions to housing affordability—but they risk making the problem worse. Boosting demand without fixing supply, and weakening municipal finances, only deepens the structural issues. Real progress will require shifting away from growth-driven models toward building within our existing communities.
Council Backs Camera Expansion
Cameras, pickleball, and park plans dominated a council meeting that ended with unanimous approval of a new surveillance program.
Mayor Backs Housing Tax Changes
Mayor David West welcomed proposed housing tax relief measures while emphasizing the need for clear funding to support infrastructure in Richmond Hill.
Richmond Hill Weighs More CCTV
Richmond Hill is considering spending up to $20,000 on new CCTV cameras to support police crime prevention efforts.
The Missing Second Act
An evening at the Richmond Hill Curtain Club Theatre sparked a bigger question: why do we build great cultural spaces—but isolate them from the life of the city? A night out shouldn’t end at the door; it should spill into streets, cafés, and conversations. Until we plan for that, we’re missing the second act.
In Brief
By Staff Writer Here’s a quick roundup of the latest programs, services, and community events offered by the City of Richmond Hill and its partners.
Jewelry Heist in Richmond Hill
Multiple suspects sought after smash-and-grab jewelry store robbery in Richmond Hill By Staff Report Police are searching for at least three suspects following a daytime… Jewelry Heist in Richmond Hill
The Growth Myth Behind Rising Property Taxes
Why Property Taxes Keep Rising in Richmond Hill — Even as the City Grows By Staff At first glance, the logic feels straightforward: if a… The Growth Myth Behind Rising Property Taxes
A Somber Norouz in Richmond Hill
Nowruz Celebrated in Richmond Hill Amid Concern for Iran By Staff Report RICHMOND HILL — Members of the local Iranian community are marking Norouz this… A Somber Norouz in Richmond Hill
From Hormuz to Home Prices
Wars rarely stay confined to the battlefield. Even when the fighting is thousands of kilometres away, the economic consequences can ripple across global markets and… From Hormuz to Home Prices