Connecting the Community

Regional Councillor Joe DiPoala talks to us about what goes into making the City's 2025 budget

Joe doesn't talk numbers but processes.  Our assets need to be protected and we have to build our community smartly. Lots to consider.Here's the link to the 354 draft 2025 City of 'Richmond Hill budget Microsoft Word - 2025 Budget
 
www.joedipaola.ca
 
 

Making music. Making community. That's what happens with Chorus York's "Vivaldi Gloria"

Artistic director for Chorus York,  John Holland, loves music. He is so looking forward to this performance of "Vivaldi Gloria and other seasonal favourites". 
This concert has other musical surprises. 
Find out more about Chorus York and purchase tickets at their web site. Chorus York | Lifting your spirit through song

Brushing up on brushing up. Dentist Kavita Gupta tells us lots about toothbrushes

.....and brushing teeth. And flossing.
Dr. Kavita Gupta has her dental office at Red House Dental located in the heart of Richmond Hill.
Here's more on the history of tooth brushes
Are Electric or Manual Toothbrushes Better? | Office for Science and Society - McGill University

You don't need to choose "to eat" or "to heat". There is an Energy Affordability program

Alex Smith from Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) provides the details of the program - eligibility and what is offered.
Save on Energy | Unlock Your Energy Potential at Work and at Home

Why are some Richmond Hill City staff out on strike?

Katherine Grzejszczak, Brandy Trunk and Jake Matta from CUPE 905 tell us why they are on strike.  They really do like their jobs and they like Richmond Hill.
CUPE 905
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CUPE 905

The success of the Salvation Army Kettle Campaign

Krista Andrews and Courtney Drew tell us what is happening with this year's kettle campaign and nudge you to be part of the success.
Here's the link to sign up for a shift MyImpactPage - The Salvation Army Richmond Hill Community Church
Don't hesitate to reach out to Courtney with questions or help with registering courtney.drew@salvationarmy.ca

The Win-Win situation at Bingo World.

Quinn McGowan and Brandon Moore tell us what happens at Bingo World.
Hear how the charities support the activities and are rewarded for their support. 
 
See what Bingo World is all about Bingo World and Gaming
Brandon can be contacted through Richmond Hill Hall Charities Association

Breaking the Silence - Echoes of Empowerment. An art exhibit speaking to Gender Based Violence

Lorris Herenda, CEO of Yellow Brick House, talks about the campaigns to end gender based violence.
Including the youth art exhibit at the Mill Pond Gallery.
Mill Pond Art Gallery Workshop Poster
 
Wear purple to show you are an ally.
 
Dates to Note:
Monday, Nov. 25, 2024 is the Kick Off of the 16 Days of Activism Against GBV.
Friday, Dec. 6, 2024  is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, to honour the victims of the Polytechnique Montréal tragedy
Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024 is Human Rights Day
For more information 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence 2024 - Canada.ca
 

Many of our students need to be fed... and are not

Yvonne Kelly and Veronica Jouaneh from York Region Food for Learning talk about the shortfalls of the student nutrition programs.  York Region Food for Learning
Consider getting some Smile Cookies next week. Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie — York Region Food for Learning

Richmond Hill is recognized at the United Nations as doing lots of great things

Mayor David West tells us about presenting at the United Nations headquarters in New York about Richmond Hill being a Frontrunner City at the Global Forum on Human Settlement at the invitation of the Urban Economy Forum 
What's next? There are lots of opportunities to be a more resilient city.Sign up for David's monthly newsletter Mayor David West – Richmond Hill