Richmond Hill’s Micromobility Strategy: More Work Needed
The City of Richmond Hill recently held two Public Information Centres to discuss its Micromobility Strategy. The sessions, one in-person on March 4 and the…
STRH Meeting in March: from bike club to Maple Syrup Festival
The Strong Towns Richmond Hill (STRH) Local Conversation Group (LCG) held its monthly meeting on March 9th at the city’s Central Library. Many attendees from…
Strong Towns Richmond Hill Members Meet
The first members’ meeting of Strong Towns Richmond Hill was held on February 9th in Richmond Hill’s Central Library. The turnout was good and after…
Streetwise vs. Blockwise
By: Aram Rajabpour for Strong Richmond Hill Longtime residents of Richmond Hill often reminisce about the past—when traffic was light, mom-and-pop shops lined the streets,…
Ontario’s Housing Crisis: New Report Card Shows Failing Grades
Toronto, ON – The Alliance for a Liveable Ontario, a coalition of farmers, environmentalists, housing activists, and other community groups, has released a scathing report…
The Suburban Fashion Dilemma: Why Richmond Hill Ladies Struggle to Flaunt Their Style
Fashion is a statement, an expression of personality and confidence. But in the sprawling suburban landscape of Richmond Hill, stylish women face a unique…
Richmond Hill Needs Walkable Streets
Picture this: a charming Christmas market, twinkling lights reflecting off the snow, couples strolling hand-in-hand, warm drinks in their hands as they browse small boutiques.…
Engineers Shouldn’t Be the Designers of Streets
Urban design is about more than just making transportation systems work efficiently—it’s about creating spaces that foster community, enhance quality of life, and ensure safety…
Abandoned Shopping Carts: Failure of Our Transit
If you walk by bus stops near big-box stores in Richmond Hill’s plazas and strip malls, you’ll often see an unfortunate but telling sight: abandoned…
Snow Day Commute Woes: City’s Snow Clearing Efforts Leave Walkers Stranded
As heavy snow blankets Richmond Hill, drivers face treacherous, slippery roads, yet can often count on huge snow plowers operated by the City to…
Better Protection for RH Bike Riders
Richmond Hill – Amid an increasing push for active transportation, bicycle riders in Richmond Hill are raising concerns about their safety on local streets…
The Struggles of Youth in Richmond Hill: No Accessible and Affordable Social Spaces
Richmond Hill is a vibrant and growing city, but for its young residents—teens and tweens—finding affordable and accessible places to hang out, make friends, and…
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