Markham hosted the Canada2080 kickoff. Here is why that work belongs here.
On 4 October 2026, Markham hosted the Canada2080 kickoff in the Markham Ballroom. The afternoon asked how a technology city keeps research, compute, and jobs here.
In the community
All community →Community news and local events: infrastructure, services, food drives, forums, and partner gatherings across Markham.
Markham Business Hosts Three Free Workshops for Local Owners This Fall
Markham Business is hosting three free workshops for local entrepreneurs and small business owners in September and October 2026: bookkeeping online, market research tools on Teams, and municipal business licensing at Markham Civic Centre.
Toronto Hosts Canada Investment Summit as Markham's Tech Economy Watches for Capital and Jobs
On 14 and 15 September 2026, Toronto hosts the first Canada Investment Summit, a federal gathering with CPP Investments and PSP Investments aimed at accelerating long-horizon capital into Canada.
New Trade Tariffs Reach Everyday Goods That Markham Residents Buy and Sell
Canada's retaliatory tariffs on nearly C$28 billion of American goods took effect on 8 September 2026, covering hundreds of products at rates of 15, 25, or 50 per cent, while United States tariffs on Canadian goods remain in place.
Ottawa Launches Digital Transformation Canada to Improve Government Services
On 3 September 2026, Prime Minister Mark Carney launched Digital Transformation Canada, a new federal organisation charged with making government services faster, more secure, and more reliable for Canadians.
Dr. Jerry Leung Medical Club Opens in Markham, the First of Its Kind in the GTA
The Dr. Jerry Leung Medical Club has opened in Markham, the first all-in-one health and wellness destination of its kind in the Greater Toronto Area, built by a local physician.
Mid-block Crossing Over Highway 404 Connects Markham and Richmond Hill
York Region has completed Mid-block Crossing, a new four-lane road and bridge across Highway 404 just north of 16th Avenue, connecting Woodbine Avenue in Markham through Markland Street and Orlando Avenue to Leslie Street in Richmond Hill.
Markham 360 series
Markham 360 →180 consecutive weekly editions since 2022, plus short explainers. One continuous Markham 360 series for residents.
Markham 360 - EP. 181
A milestone edition: 180 consecutive weeks of community updates, plus the results of the 2026 snow-clearing survey and a full slate of City and Region news.
Markham 360 - EP. 180
This week in Markham 360: 180 weeks: continuity and speeding work. City of Markham and York Region updates for residents who want the decisions that shape the week in one place.
Markham 360 - EP. 179
This week in Markham 360: job fair week and municipal notices. City of Markham and York Region updates for residents who want the decisions that shape the week in one place.
Markham 360 - EP. 178
This week in Markham 360: roads, recreation, and community events. City of Markham and York Region updates for residents who want the decisions that shape the week in one place.
Markham 360 - EP. 177
This week in Markham 360: april opens with local priorities. City of Markham and York Region updates for residents who want the decisions that shape the week in one place.
Markham 360 - EP. 176
This week in Markham 360: end-of-march city and region round-up. City of Markham and York Region updates for residents who want the decisions that shape the week in one place.