Welcome

Happy Nowruz, Happy Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, Happy St Patrick Day, Happy Purim and Happy Holi!

In March 2026,  there are many important date acknowledged by the Ontario government (https://www.ontario.ca/laws) including:

• Bangladeshi Heritage Month
• Dutch Heritage Month
• Hellenic Heritage Month
• Persian Heritage Month
• Irish Heritage Day – March 17

From community level:

• Road Closure Notice of Oxford Street from Regent Street to Marbrook Street, please contact city staff for more details

From city level:

• Clean Up, Green Up Weeks 2026 - Registration Open. 

Thank you!

Simon Cui

Richmond Hill Ward 4 Councillor

Cellphone: 437-326-0206

Website: https://simoncui.ca

Email: simon.cui@richmondhill.ca

Chapter 1 Incoming Events in April 2026

Earth Month Celebrations

April is Earth Month, a time to celebrate our natural environment and come together to protect it. We've got fun, interactive eco-themed events and initiatives for the whole family!

• April 16 - Healthy Yards Plant & Garden Sale Begins
• April 17 - Fantastic Fish Workshop & Guided Walk
• April 18 - Our Power, Our Planet: An Earth Day Celebration
• April 18 - Community Tree Planting 
• April 19 - Community Tree Planting
• April 20 - Clean up, Green Up Weeks begins (register by April 6)
• April 26 - Community Tree Planting

https://www.richmondhill.ca/en/things-to-do/earth-month.aspx

April 4 - Tom Talks Astronomy

Join us at the Observatory for a special multimedia talk hosted by TEDx speaker Tom Vassos! Tom will share fascinating facts about the universe, complete with stunning images, fun quizzes, and a "petting zoo" of real meteorites.

Address:Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory, 123 Hillsview Drive, L4C 1T3

Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Steeped in History Exhibit

Tea has been enjoyed for over 5,000 years. It began in China and spread across the world through trade, travel, and colonization. Along the way, tea became part of many cultures and traditions. Steeped in History brings together artifacts and reproductions from the Richmond Hill Artifact Collections and community reflections. On display at the Richmond Hill Heritage Centre until February 2027.

Gallery Hours:

• Tuesdays 1 – 4 p.m.
• Thursdays 4 – 8 p.m.
• Saturdays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

April 18 - Crêpe Paper Luminous Luna Moths with Jessie Chui

Step into a quiet, creative morning and welcome Spring by crafting a luminous Luna Moth using crêpe paper and wool in this nature-inspired workshop with Jessie Chui. Learn sculptural paper techniques as you create a light-catching moth wall piece inspired by this graceful, winged symbol of renewal. Suitable for beginners and experienced crafters alike!

https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/richmondhill/activity/search/detail/138903?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true&locale=en-US

Address:Rouge Woods CC, Aspen Room B

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

April 25 - Discovery Day: Guides and Scouts

Join us for a fun-filled day of S.T.E.A.M. activities, badge connections, and hands-on adventures at the historic observatory. Participants ages 5 - 14. Visit the program webpage to learn more details and request a booking.

https://www.richmondhill.ca/en/learn-more/Heritage-Programs.aspx

April 25 - Floral Designs with Stephanie of SAN FIORI Events and Floral

Celebrate the beauty of Spring and let your creativity flow in this half day workshop. Stephanie will guide you through flower preparation and design basics with hand selected fresh florals. Participants will leave with a unique floral compote and the skills to keep growing at home.

https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/richmondhill/activity/search/detail/138904?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Address: Rouge Woods CC, Aspen Room B

Chapter 2 Community, City and Regional Service Changes 

Community Service:

Advance Road Closure Notice of Oxford Street from Regent Street to Marbrook Street by Oxford Communities (Richmond Hill) Inc. on May 4th to May 8th, 2026. Please contact Vanessa Lorrain with your comments or concerns by April 1, 2026.

City Services: 

LET’S GIVE RICHMOND HILL A SPRING GLOWUP

RICHMOND HILL – Everyone is invited to help protect our natural environment by volunteering to clean up around their neighbourhoods during Clean Up, Green Up Weeks!

Residents, businesses, community groups and schools are encouraged to come together between April 20 and May 4 to help pick up litter that has accumulated over the winter in parks, trails, on boulevards and other public spaces.

The City will provide registered participants with gloves and garbage bags, and arrange for collection of the filled bags. Last year, 10,800 volunteers helped to clean up 195 parks, trails and neighbourhoods in our community!

Together, we can continue to help keep Richmond Hill safe and clean for everyone. Participants can register online at RichmondHill.ca/CleanUpWeeks until Monday, April 6.

For more information, visit RichmondHill.ca/CleanUpWeeks, email us at wastemgmt@richmondhill.ca or call 905-771-8800.