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Government Services......................................................................................12

Accessibility.............................................................................................................. 4

Health Services/Organizations..............................................................12

Airports....................................................................................................................... 4

Hydro..........................................................................................................................13

Ambulance................................................................................................................. 4

Libraries.....................................................................................................................13

Animals & Pets........................................................................................................ 4

Marriage Licences..............................................................................................14

ARENAS........................................................................................................................... 4

Members of Parliament..................................................................................14

Building Permits.................................................................................................... 6

MOBILITY BUS............................................................................................................14

By-Laws & Enforcements................................................................................ 6

Parks.............................................................................................................................14

Child Care.................................................................................................................. 6

pool: public use...................................................................................................14

Council Meetings................................................................................................ 6

religious organizations & Churches................................................18

disabled, services for........................................................................................ 6

Schools.....................................................................................................................10

Driver/Vehicle Information........................................................................ 6

Seniors’ Services..................................................................................................15

education.................................................................................................................. 6

SNOW REMOVAL......................................................................................................15

Emergency Preparation................................................................................... 6

Taxes.............................................................................................................................15

Employment.............................................................................................................. 8

York Regional police.......................................................................................15

Family/Social Services Agencies................................................................. 8

York Region Transit (YRT).............................................................................18

Fire & Emergency Services.............................................................................. 9

Youth & Teens.......................................................................................................18

Food Bank...............................................................................................................12

Useful Municipal Contact Information Municipal Offices...225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3P4 Web . ................................................................................................................... RichmondHill.ca Twitter .......................................................................................................... @myRichmondHill Facebook .......................................................................................................... myRichmondHill Access Richmond Hill........................................................................................905-771-8800

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services ACCESSIBILITY

Frequently Called Numbers Town of Richmond Hill Municipal Offices................................. 905-771-8800 www.RichmondHill.ca Richmond Hill Operations Centre................................................. 905-884-8013 OSPCA......................................................................................... 905-898-7122 x319 Waste Services (Town of Richmond Hill) .................................. 905-771-8800 www.richmondhill.ca/wastemanagement Gas (Enbridge Gas Distribution) Emergency.....................................................................................1-866-763-5427 Billing Inquiries............................................................................1-877-362-7434 Hospitals Mackenzie Health (Emerg is open 24-7) . .................................. 905-883-1212 www.mackenziehealth.ca

Accessibility Advisory Committee The Town is committed to improving opportunities for persons with disabilities and involving them in the identification, removal and prevention of barriers that may hinder them from participating in community life. Much expertise comes from the Accessibility Advisory Committee whose input guides the Town’s work in this area. Accessibility Advisory Committee through Access Richmond Hill ........................................................................................................ 905-771-8800

Accessibility Report Accessibility issues at the Town culminate in an annual report submitted by the municipality to the Provincial government that outlines any barriers that have been identified and the steps that will be taken to minimize or eliminate them. This report is available at RichmondHill.ca/Accessibility.

AIRPORTS Toronto Buttonville Municipal Airport ........................................................................................... 905-477-8100 Toronto Pearson International Airport.......................................................416-247-7678 / 1-866-207-1690

Ambulance For all emergencies call 9-1-1 For non-emergency service call ....................................................................................................1-800-461-4304

Southlake Regional Health Centre................................................ 905-895-4521 www.southlakeregional.org Markham Stouffville Hospital......................................................... 905-472-7000 www.msh.on.ca North York General Hospital........................................................... 416-756-6000 www.nygh.on.ca

animals & Pets DOG LICENCES By licensing your dog, your are helping to ensure that your pet can be identified and returned home should he or she become lost or injured. The town requires that dogs be vaccinated annually against rabies as part of the licencing program, to help promote community safety. Richmond Hill residents can purchase dog licences at the Municipal Offices and from a number of area animal hospitals and pet stores.

Hospital for Sick Children................................................................ 416-813-1500 www.sickkids.on.ca

Licencing Section..................................................................................................................................... 905-771-8840 RichmondHill.ca/pets

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre .......................................... 416-480-6100 www.sunnybrook.ca

Being a responsible pet owner means: licencing your pet, spaying and neutering to prevent over population, providing training as well as socialization, proper diet and medical care, and not allowing a pet to be a threat or nuisance. If you have a concern about domestic animals, including lost, neglected or mistreated pets, contact the Town’s By-law Section, or the Town’s contracted service provider for Animal Services, the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) at 905-8987122, ext. 319 or 1-888-668-7722

Women’s College Hospital.............................................................. 416-323-6400 www.womenscollegehospital.ca PowerStream Inc. (Hydro)...........................................................1-877-963-6900 Town of Richmond Hill Volunteer Information www.RichmondHill.ca/VolunteerInfo Richmond Hill Public Libraries Central Library (Administration).................................................... 905-884-9288 Oak Ridges Moraine Library............................................................ 905-773-5533 Richmond Green Library................................................................... 905-780-0711 Richvale Library................................................................................... 905-889-2847 www.rhpl.richmondhill.on.ca Police (YRP) – Non-Emergency.................. 905-881-1221 /1-866-876-5423 Taxes (Town of Richmond Hill)....................................................... 905-771-8949 York Catholic District School Board.............................................. 416-221-5051 York Region District School Board................................................. 416-969-8131 York Region Transit......................................... 905-762-2100/1-866-668-3978

Domestic Animals

By-law Section.......................................................................................................................................... 905-771-0198 RichmondHill.ca/pets

Wildlife If you have a question or concern related to wild animals please contact the OSPCA. They have been contracted by the Town to answer any calls or concerns from residents and pick up and treat injured or distressed wild animals. OSPCA.............................................................................................. 905-898-7122, ext. 319 or 1-888-668-7722

Dead Animal If you see a dead animal on the road or on Town property, please contact the Richmond Hill Operations Centre. The Town does not pick up dead animals from private property. Operations Centre ................................................................................................................................. 905-884-8013

Arenas RichmondHill.ca/arenas Indoor skating facilities are located at the following arenas. Recreation skating memberships are available for all Richmond Hill arenas. For recreational skating schedules, go to www.richmondhill.ca/arenas. Group Skate Note: Group admission is limited to a maximum of five patrons. Groups must have a minimum of one adult up to a maximum of two adults. Shinny Note: Shinny players must wear full hockey equipment in order to participate, and shinny participating requires an admissions fee. Shinny is not a part of the skate membership fee. • Bond Lake Arena (at Oak Ridges Recreation centre) 70 Old Colony Road....................................................................................................................................................905-773-4571 • E d Sackfield Arena 311 Valleymede Road..................................................................................................................................................905-771-8570 • E lgin Barrow Arena 43 Church Street South..............................................................................................................................................905-884-1368

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services • Elvis Stojko Arena 350 16th Avenue...........................................................................................................................................................905-884-6776

Early Intervention Services, York Region ....................................................................................1-888-703-5437

• Tom Graham Arena Complex (at Richmond Green) 1300 Elgin Mills Road East........................................................................................................................................905-883-4710

L’Arche Daybreak..................................................................................................................................... 905-884-3454

building permits

Ontario March of Dimes ..................................................................................................................... 905-773-7758

905-771-8810 RichmondHill.ca/BuildingPermit

Easter Seal Society ............................................................................................................................1-800-668-6252 Learning Disabilities Association of York Region ......................................................................... 905-884-7933 Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services, ODSP, Ontario Disability Support Program, Central East Region.........................................................................................................................1-877-669-6658

If you are planning on building a new home, deck, or want to make alterations and or additions to your home, you will need to obtain a building permit. All plans must comply with the Ontario Building Code, local zoning by-laws and other applicable laws and regulations. When applying for a building permit, you must provide the site plan, floor plans, exterior elevations, mechanical drawings and calculations.

Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care ADP (Assistive Devices Program).........................................................................................................1-800-268-6021

Applying for a building permit is available in person during regular office hours of Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill. All fees and applicant requirements are on the Town of Richmond Hill website.

REENA (for persons with developmental disabilities) ....................................................................................................................................................................... 905-889-6484

Is a Permit Required? A building permit is required to: • construct or demolish any building • repair, replace or install a private, on-site septic system • install or alter a sign • build a swimming pool fence • install a fireplace or wood-burning stove • build a deck

Ontario Ministry of Transportation APP (Accessible Parking Permit)..........................................................................................................1-800-387-3445

Under the Banyan Tree, Centre for the Developmentally Disabled .............................................................................................................. 905-947-0036 York Region Aphasia Centre ...........................................................................................................1-800-567-0315 York Region Transit, Mobility Plus ........................................................... 905-762-2112 or 1-866-744-1119 York Support Services Network ........................................................................................................ 905-305-7440

Sports Ontario Special Olympics ...............................................................................................................1-888-333-5515

A building permit is not required for:

Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association ......................................................................................... 416-426-7189

• a detached accessory building that is 10 m2 (108 ft.2) in area or less • painting and decorating • kitchen or bathroom cupboards • landscaping • roof shingling (except clay tile roof) • eavestrough installation • damp-proofing a basement • minor repairs to bricks or blocks

Ontario Ministry of Transportation, MTO Information .............................................1-800-268-4686 www.mto.gov.on.ca

By-LawS & enforcement The By-law Division responds to by-law violation complaints involving property standards, fence/ pool enclosures, signs, noise, dumping, garbage, light pollution, discharge of firearms, weeds, front yard parking and licensing.

DRIver/vehicle informatioN Driver Examination Centres: • Aurora, Toronto Metro East or Toronto Port Union..............................................................1-888-570-6110 Licensing Agent, Richmond Hill.......................................................................................................... 905-780-6969 Senior Drivers Licence Renewal ....................................................................................................1-800-396-4233 Used Vehicle Information ................................................................................................................1-800-387-3445

EDUCATION

Planning and Regulatory Services...................................................................................................... 905-771-8910 By-law Enforcement............................................................................................................................... 905-771-0198 RichmondHill.ca/Bylaws

Child care For a listing of licensed child care providers, call York Region Community Services and Housing Department’s Kids Line. York Region Kids Line.........................................................................................................................1-888-703-5437 www.york.ca

council meetings

BOARDS OF EDUCATION YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Catholic Education Centre .................................................................................................................. 416-221-5051 320 Bloomington Road West, Aurora, ON L4G 3G8 www.ycdsb.ca Adult & Continuing Education............................................................................................................ 416-221-5051 St. Luke Learning Centre ...................................................................................................................... 905-889-3882 160 Dudley Avenue, Thornhill, ON L3T 2E6 The trustees elected from the Richmond Hill region are: • Ann Stong • Dominic Mazzotta YORK REGION DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Richmond Hill Council meets regularly throughout the year with the exception of the month of August. Council meetings are normally held at 7:30 p.m., on the second and fourth Monday of each month in the Council Chambers at the Town’s Municipal Offices.

Education Centre .................................................................................................................................... 416-969-8131 60 Wellington Street West, Aurora, ON L4G 3H2 www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca

Regular Council meetings are open to the public and citizens are welcome to watch the proceedings from the audience. To speak publicly at a Council meeting, please contact the Office of the Clerk in advance. Information about decisions made at Council meetings can be found on the Town’s Website at RichmondHill.ca

Community Education Centre Central............................................................................................905- 884-4477 317 Centre Street East, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 1B3

Office of the Clerk.................................................................................................................................. 905-771-8800

Continuing Education ....................................................................................... 905-884-3434/1-877-280-8180 www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca/coned

Disabled, Services For Ability Online............................................................................................................................................ 416-650-6207 www.abilityonline.org ADAPT (Association of Differently Abled People Together)..................................................... 905-868-9523 ARCH (Disability Law Centre).........................................................................................................1-866-482-2724 Bob Rumball Centre for the Deaf...................................................................................................... 416-449-9651 TTY............................................................................................................................................................ 416-449-2728

Richmond Hill Adult Community Learning Centre...................................................................... 905-884-2046

The trustees elected from the Richmond Hill region are: • Diane Giangrande - (Area 1) • Carol Chan - (Area 2)

EMERGency preparation Municipal Emergency Preparedness

Spinal Cord Injury.................................................................................................................................... 416-422-5644

The Town of Richmond Hill has developed a comprehensive Emergency Plan to assist staff, emergency personnel and residents in the event of a catastrophe. The Plan would immediately be implemented if there was a disaster, like a tornado, flood, airline crash, terrorist attack, civil disturbance etc. Hopefully, the Emergency Plan will never need to be implemented. However, in the event of an emergency situation, the Town is ready.

CNIB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind) .................................................................1-800-563-2642

Fire Administration.................................................................................................................................. 905-883-5444

Canadian Hearing Society, York Region .....................................................................................1-877-715-7511 TTY........................................................................................................................................................1-877-817-8213

Community Living York South ........................................................................................................... 905-884-9110

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Personal Emergency Preparedness York Region is susceptible to different types of emergencies and disasters such as: floods, train derailments, severe summer and winter storms and power outages. It is important that you and your family be prepared for the unexpected. Fire Prevention & Training .................................................................................................................. 905-883-5444 Emergency Management Ontario................................................... www.emergencymanagementontario.ca Public Safety Canada................................................................................................................. www.getprepared.ca

Prepare a 72 Hour Emergency Kit Your family needs to be self-sufficient during the first 72 hours of an emergency because that may be how long it takes for emergency services personnel to reach you. You may also have to evacuate on short notice with no time to pack. Assemble a portable 72 hour emergency kit for each member of your family. Include the following items in your water-proof kit: • Water (4 litres per person per day, 2 for drinking and 2 for personal hygienic use like washing dishes and brushing teeth) • Three day supply of non-perishable food items • Extra medication • Extra eye glasses

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• If you have not used your woodstove or fireplace in a long time have it checked by a professional technician before using it. The chimney may be blocked or damaged which could cause a fire or a build-up of carbon monoxide in your home. Visit www.getprepared.ca Information provided by Richmond Hill Fire Prevention staff and Public Safety Canada.

EMPLoyment Canada-Ontario Business Service Centre...................................................................................1-888-576-4444 www.canadabusiness.ca/ontario Costi Employment Resource Centre – Job Search for Newcomers........................................................................................................... 416-658-1600 www.costi.org Job Skills...................................................................................................................................................... 905-707-0904 www.jobskills.org JVS................................................................................................................................................................. 905-470-9675 www.jvstoronto.org

• Toothbrushes and other personal care items

Ontario Ministry of Labour, York Region.....................................................................................1-888-299-3138 www.labour.gov.on.ca

• Photocopies of important documents like ownership papers, insurance papers, Health Card, Social Insurance Number, etc.

Employment Ontario.........................................................................................................................1-800-387-5656 www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/tcu

• Extra cash

Employment Standards Information Centre.............................................................................1-800-531-5551

• First aid kit

Occupational Health and Safety...................................................................................................1-877-202-0008

• Clothing

Service Canada (Employment Insurance, Social Insurance Numbers)................................................................. 905-886-7662 www.servicecanada.gc.ca

If you own a pet be sure to plan for their safety during an emergency. Prepare a 72 hour kit for each of your pets and make arrangements for a place for them to stay if you are evacuated from your home. Most shelters will not accept animals unless they are working animals. You may be able to make arrangements with your local animal hospital or animal shelter to house your pet for the duration of the emergency. Be sure to include any medication and important documents for your pet in the kit. Visit RichmondHill.ca/EmergencyPreparedness for a full list of items to include in your 72 hour emergency kit.

Make A Plan Every household needs an emergency plan so that all family members will know what to do in case of an emergency. Include the following in your plan: • Safe exits from your home and neighborhood • Meeting places to reunite with family members or roommates • Designated person to pick up your children should you be unavailable • Contact persons close by and out of town • Health information • Place for your pet to stay • Location of your fire extinguisher, water valve, electrical box, gas valve and floor drain

Power Outages Power outages occur often in Richmond Hill and York Region. The following are tips to assist you and your family during a power outage: • Use flashlights instead of candles or lanterns to reduce fire risks • Portable generators are for outdoor use only and should be carefully placed to ensure that fumes do not enter the building • Do not use a barbecue or any other fuel-burning appliance indoors as it requires sufficient ventilation to decrease the dangerous build-up of carbon monoxide

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Service Canada – Job Bank...........................................................................................................www.jobbank.gc.ca VPI Inc. – Job Finding Club................................................................................................................... 905-882-9561 www.vpi-inc.com Employment opportunities at the Town of Richmond Hill are posted on the Town’s website and listed in the Bulletin Board pages in The Liberal newspaper. For more information contact Human Resource Services at http://www.richmondhill.ca/webforms/hr_contactus.asp

Family/Social Services Agencies Addiction Services for York Region................................................................................................1-800-263-2288 Al-Anon Family Groups and Alateen............................................................ 416-410-3809/1-888-425-2666 Alcoholics Anonymous.......................................................................................................................... 416-487-5591 AIDS Committee of York Region................................................................... 1-800-243-7717/ 905-884-0613 Association of Parent Support Groups in Ontario..................................................................1-800-488-5666 Bereaved Families of Ontario, York Region.................................................................................1-800-969-6904 Bereavement Support Group.............................................................................................................. 416-440-0290 Big Brothers Big Sisters of York........................................................................................................... 905-726-2149 Canadian Hearing Society, York Region.......................................................................................1-877-715-7511 Canadian National Institute for the Blind, York Region.........................................................1-800-563-0887 Canadian Red Cross Society, York Region Branch....................................................................1-800-361-9448 Catholic Community Services of York Region............................................................................... 905-770-7040 Child Find Ontario...............................................................................................................................1-800-387-7962 CHATS (Community Home Assistance to Seniors).................................................................1-877-452-4287 Children’s Aid Society, York Region................................................................................................1-800-718-3850

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W W W . K R Y S T O S . C A Community Care Access Centre (CCAC).....................................................................................1-888-470-2222 Community Credit Counselling Services......................................................................................... 905-707-7695 Community Living York South............................................................................................................ 905-884-9110 Doula C.A.R.E. ...................................................................................................... 905-842-3385/1-888-879-3199 Easter Seal Society..............................................................................................................................1-800-668-6252 Family Services York Region ............................................................................................................... 905-415-9719 Gamblers Anonymous............................................................................................................................ 416-366-7613 Girls Incorporated.................................................................................................................................... 905-830-0776 Jewish Family and Child Services, York Region Branch............................................................... 416-638-7800

Yellow Brick House (Women’s shelter) Administration.........................................................1-800-263-2231 Emergency Shelter..........................................................................................................................1-800-263-3247 Counselling and Legal Support Services..................................................................................1-877-222-8438 Mackenzie Health .................................................................................................................................. 905-883-1212 York Region Abuse Program (YRAP)..............................................................................................1-800-263-2240 York Region Children’s Aid Society................................................................................................1-800-718-3850 York Support Services Network..................................................................... 905-898-6455/ 1-888-695-0070

Fire & Emergency Services

John Howard Society............................................................................................................................. 416-408-4282

In an emergency, dial 9-1-1.

Kinark Child and Family Services................................................................... 905-479-0158/1-800-283-3377

Richmond Hill‘s Fire & Emergency Services provides fire prevention, suppression and other emergency services to the community.

La Leche League Canada....................................................................................................................... 416-483-3368 Learning Disabilities Association, York Region............................................................................... 905-884-7933

Fire Administration, Prevention & Training ................................................................................... 905-883-5444

Meals on Wheels..................................................................................................................................1-877-452-4287

Station Locations

Mosaic Interfaith: Out of the Cold.................................................................................................... 416-948-6682

• Fire Headquarters: 1200 Elgin Mills Road East

Nar-Anon Family Groups ................................................................................ 416-239-0096/1-877-239-0096

• Fire Station 8-1: 191 Major Mackenzie Drive West

Ontario Early Years Centres, Thornhill.............................................................................................. 905-709-6159

• Fire Station 8-2: 13067 Yonge Street

Ontario Ministry of Community, and Social Services............................................................1-877-669-6658 www.mcss.gov.on.ca

• Fire Station 8-3: 1371 16th Avenue

Ontario Works (Social Assistance)................................................................. 905-762-2095/1-888-256-1112 www.cfcs.gov.on.ca/mcss

• Fire Station 8-5: 150 High Tech Road

Pathways for Children Youth and Families of York Region........................................................ 905-475-6694

• Fire Station 8-4: 1365 Elgin Mills Road East • Fire Station 8-6: 101 Gamble Road

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Network................................................................................................. 905-472-1807

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A permit is required for all outdoor burning. However. If you are having a small contained fire on a grill (maximum 24” x 36”) for cooking purposes, a permit is not needed as long as the fire is supervised. As well, the cooking device should be kept as far away from combustible surfaces, overhangs and property lines as possible. Permits can be applied for at Richmond Hill Fire & Emergency Services Headquarters.

Rainbow Youth York Region..................................................................................................... 1-888-905-5428 x74 Reena........................................................................................................................................................... 905-889-6484 Richmond Hill Community Food Bank............................................................................................ 905-508-4761 Starlight Children’s Foundation...................................................................... 905-752-7827/1-800-880-1004 Support for Depression (Canadian Mental Health Association, York Region) ..................................................................................................... 905-841-3977/ 1-866-345-0183 United Way of York Region................................................................................................................... 905-474-9974 Victim Services of York Region............................................................................................................ 905-953-5363 Women’s Centre of York Region......................................................................................................... 905-853-9270

Fire Prevention in the Kitchen The leading cause of house fires in Ontario is cooking. Know how to prevent a cooking fire in your home: • Never leave your cooking unattended, it takes only seconds for a fire to start • K eep a proper-fitting pot lid near the stove when cooking. If a pot catches fire, slide the lid over the pot and turn off the stove. Never use water on a cooking fire—it will make it worse • W ear tight-fitting clothing when cooking to prevent your clothes from catching fire (if it does catch fire: stop, drop and roll – never run!)

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services • Keep all combustible items, such as tea-towels, a safe distance away from your stove

Avoid Nuisance Alarms

• Thoroughly clean your stove on a regular basis to prevent food build-up

Here are a few simple steps that could help in eliminating false smoke alarm activations:

• Ensure you have an ABC type fire extinguisher in your home

• Consider moving your smoke alarm if it activates every time the stove is on or if someone is having a shower

• If a fire is getting out of control – leave the house immediately and dial 9-1-1 from a neighbor’s house.

Candle Safety

• Purchase a smoke alarm with a hush button feature on it – this will temporarily silence the alarm, and it will reset itself after several minutes.

• When you go out, blow out! Always blow out candles before leaving the room.

• Keep ovens and stovetop burners clean, use the fan on the range hood when cooking

• Burn all candles in sturdy candle holders or purchase battery operated candles. They look (and even smell) like real candles!

• Clean out crumbs from the bottom of toasters and try turning down the timer setting

• Avoid using candles during power outages, as flashlights are much safer • Keep candles away from combustible materials.

• Consider purchasing a photoelectric smoke alarm – they are less prone to nuisance alarms caused by cooking activities.

Carbon Monoxide Alarms

• Keep candles, matches and lighters out of the reach of children.

Working smoke alarms save lives Most fatal fires happen at night when people are asleep. A working smoke alarm will detect smoke and sound an alarm to alert you, giving you and your family precious time to escape. It is the law that every home must have a working smoke alarm on every level of the home and outside all sleeping areas. If you have children, install smoke alarms in their bedrooms as well. Studies show that almost half of children under the age of 12 will sleep through the sound of a smoke alarm.

Smoke Alarm Maintenance

You cannot see, smell or taste carbon monoxide, but it may be in your home. Carbon Monoxide is produced by gas furnaces, gas dryers, gas stoves, wood or gas fireplaces, automobiles and other fuel-burning appliances. It will make you very sick and can be fatal. You are required to install at least one working carbon monoxide detector in your home. • Install carbon monoxide alarms according to manufacturer’s instructions outside all sleeping areas to ensure that all family members hear it. For added protection, install one on every level of your home. • Replace all carbon monoxide alarms according to manufacturer’s instructions. Detectors older than 7 years need to be replaced. • Test on a monthly basis

• Install and replace smoke alarms according to manufacturer’s instructions • Smoke alarms older than 10 years need to be replaced, even hard-wired ones

• If your detector operates on batteries, or has a battery back-up, replace them at least once a year – when you change your clocks, change your batteries

• Test alarms on a monthly basis

• Treat a carbon monoxide alarm as you would a smoke alarm – get out quickly and then dial 9-1-1

• Replace the batteries twice a year – when you change your clocks, change your batteries, or whenever the low battery warning sounds.

Plan to Escape

• Gently vacuum smoke alarms every six months to prevent build-up of dust and other materials in the detection chamber. For electrically-connected smoke alarms, first shut off the power to the unit, and then gently vacuum the outside vents of the alarm only.

Every second counts in a fire and it is important that you and your family be prepared for the unthinkable in your home: • Draw a floor plan of your house and indicate two ways out of each room; escape routes can be cut off in a fire, so you always need two exits.

Schools Secondary Schools

Elementary Schools cont’d

Alexander Mackenzie H.S. 300 Major Mackenzie Dr. W., ..................................................... 905-884-0554 Bayview S.S. 10077 Bayview Ave., ................................................................................................. 905-884-4453

Silver Pines P.S. 112 Stave Cres. ..................................................................................................... 905-508-7303

Langstaff S.S. 106 Garden Ave., ...................................................................................................... 905-889-6266

Silver Stream P.S. 180 Farmstead Rd. . ......................................................................................... 905-508-5696

Richmond Green S.S. 1 William F. Bell Parkway ....................................................................... 905-780-7858

Sixteenth Avenue P.S. 400 16th Ave. . .......................................................................................... 905-884-5598

Richmond Hill H.S. 201 Yorkland St. ............................................................................................. 905-884-2131

Trillium Woods P.S. 18 Alamo Heights Dr. .................................................................................. 905-508-5215 Walter Scott P.S. 500 Major Mackenzie Dr. E. ........................................................................... 905-884-2693

Elementary Schools Adrienne Clarkson 68 Queens College Dr. ................................................................................. 905-709-3554 Bayview Hill E.S. 81 Strathearn Ave. ............................................................................................. 905-508-0806

Windham Ridge P.S. 32 Red Cardinal Trail ................................................................................. 905-773-5443

Catholic elementary schools

Beverley Acres P.S. 283 Neal Dr. .................................................................................................... 905-884-5059

Blessed John Paul II 155 Red Maple Rd. ...................................................................................... 905-709-3134

Bond Lake P. S. 245 Old Colony Rd. .............................................................................................. 905-313-8693

Christ the King 329 Valleymede Dr. .............................................................................................. 905-771-6036

Charles Howitt P.S. 30 Pearson Ave. ............................................................................................. 905-889-2522

Corpus Christi 35 Squire Dr. ............................................................................................................ 905-770-8713

Crosby Heights P.S. 190 Neal Dr. .................................................................................................. 905-884-5281

Father Frederick McGinn 61 Brockdale St. ................................................................................ 905-223-8767

Doncrest P.S. 124 Blackmore Ave. .................................................................................................. 905-882-4480

Father Henri Nouwen 121 Larratt Lane....................................................................................... 905-884-8086

H.G. Bernard P.S. 245 Bernard Ave. ............................................................................................... 905-508-7009

Our Lady Help of Christians 275 Redstone Rd. ....................................................................... 905-884-4023

Kettle Lakes P.S. 62 Kingshill Rd. .................................................................................................... 905-313-8406

Our Lady of Hope 80 Red Cardinal Trail ..................................................................................... 905-773-1383

Lake Wilcox P.S. 80 Wildwood Ave. ............................................................................................... 905-773-5381

Our Lady of the Annunciation 30 Bayswater Ave. . ................................................................ 905-773-5592

MacLeod’s Landing P.S. 195 Silver Maple Rd. ............................................................................ 905-398-7945

St Anne 105 Don Head Village Blvd. ............................................................................................. 905-883-0311

Michaëlle Jean P.S. 320 Shirley Dr. ............................................................................................... 905-770-6507

St Charles Garnier 16 Castle Rock Dr. ......................................................................................... 905-884-0223

Moraine Hills P.S. 85 Rollinghill Rd. ............................................................................................... 905-292-0530

St Joseph (Richmond Hill) 301 Roney Ave. ................................................................................. 905-884-5077

O.M. MacKillop P.S. 206 Lucas St. ................................................................................................. 905-884-5711

St Marguerite d’Youville 121 Rollinghill Rd. .............................................................................. 905-883-5221

Oak Ridges P.S. 160 Coons Rd. . ...................................................................................................... 905-773-5572

St Mary Immaculate 161 Regent St. ............................................................................................ 905-884-5381

Pleasantville P.S. 400 Mill St. .......................................................................................................... 905-884-7431 Red Maple P.S. 155 Red Maple Rd. ................................................................................................. 905-771-6157 Redstone P.S. 235 Redstone Rd. ..................................................................................................... 905-508-1073

Catholic Secondary Schools

Richmond Rose P.S. 160 Frank Endean Rd. . ............................................................................... 905-737-4311

Jean Vanier 10475 Bayview Ave. .................................................................................................... 905-770-8656

Roselawn P.S. 422 Carrville Rd. ....................................................................................................... 905-884-5934

St Theresa of Lisieux 230 Shaftsbury Ave. ................................................................................. 905-787-1407

Ross Doan P.S. 101 Weldrick Rd. W. .............................................................................................. 905-884-4022

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• The second way out of your bedroom may be your window, if your first way out is blocked by smoke or fire. You may want to purchase a home escape ladder for each upper-level room to make it safer for you and your family to escape from a window.

Citizenship & Immigration Canada (Permanent Resident Card)..........................................................................................................1-888-242-2100

• Designate a meeting place in a safe area outside of your home and ensure your children know where it is and to meet you there in the event of an emergency.

DriveTest (Driver Examination)......................................................................................................1-800-489-8450 www.drivetest.ca

• Feel all closed doors before you open them. If they are hot, do not open them – use your second way out.

Employment Ontario .......................................................................................................................1-800-387-5514 www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/tcu

• If you are unable to escape, place towels or sheets at the foot of the door and wait at a window. Also, hang a distress signal out of your window, like a towel or flashlight, to draw attention. • Never re-enter a burning building for personal possessions. Fire and smoke spread very quickly and you will not have time to get your things.

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Landlord and Tenant Board..............................................................................................................1-888-332-3234 www.ltb.gov.on.ca

• Never call 9-1-1 from inside your home. Get out as quickly as you can and call from a neighbour’s house.

Legal Aid..................................................................................................................................................1-800-518-7901 www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca

• Decide in advance who will assist the very young, elderly or physically challenged members in your household. A few minutes of planning will save valuable seconds in a real emergency.

Municipal Property Assessment Corporation ...........................................................................1-866-296-6722 www.assessmentontario.com

• Teach your children the importance of getting out quickly and not hiding inside if there is a fire. Hiding under beds and in closets is a very common reaction by children that has devastating results.

Ontario Health Card Information System..................................................................................1-866-532-3161 www.health.gov.on.ca

Practise your plan at least twice a year. A plan is only effective if it is practised!

Ontario Human Rights Commission............................................................................................1-800-387-9080 www.ontario.ca/humanrights

Fireworks Safety Fireworks are used in many celebrations, but it is strongly recommended that you leave fireworks to the professionals. Every year there are thousands of visits to hospitals for injuries related to fireworks because few people understand the risks. For those who still choose to display them at home, please refer to Richmond Hill’s Fireworks By-law for more information on restricted dates and times for displays. We also ask that the following safety tips are observed: • Always read instructions and warnings. • Do not smoke while handling or displaying fireworks. • Ensure a stable base for set up in clear and open space. • Check for wind with respect to where spectators are situated. • Keep a bucket of sand, a fire extinguisher and water supply on hand. • Keep spectators at least 25 feet away from the display and ensure that children are supervised. • Handlers should be a minimum of 18 years of age, wearing protective glasses and gloves. • Never attempt to re-light a dud. • Dispose of used fireworks safely using sand and water.

FOOD BANK 905-508-4761 The Richmond Hill Community Food Bank provides food on an emergency basis to local residents. 55 Newkirk Road, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3G4 Hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

GOVERNMENT SERVICES – FEDERAL & PROVINCIAL ServiceOntario helps you access information, services and resources, such as changing your home address, obtaining birth, marriage or death certificates, searching, registering or renewing a business, driver and vehicle online services, obtaining forms and finding a ServiceOntario kiosk. Canada Revenue Agency Business Information Services (Income Tax Inquiries, Tax Inquiries for Business and Self-Employed)..........................1-800-959-5525 Canada Revenue Agency Canada Child Tax Benefit and Universal Child Care Benefit...............................................................................................1-800-387-1193 www.cra.gc.ca Canada Revenue Agency GST/HST Credit Service..................................................................1-800-959-1953 www.cra.gc.ca

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Ontario Ministry of Labour (Employment Standards, Workplace Health & Safety)........................................................................................................1-800-531-5551 www.labour.gov.on.ca Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)...........................................................................1-866-330-3331 http://osap.gov.on.ca Passport Canada .................................................................................................................................1-800-567-6868 www.servicecanada.gc.ca Service Canada (Employment Insurance, Social Insurance, Social Insurance Number)............................................................................................................1-800-206-7218 www.servicecanada.gc.ca Service Canada (Old Age Security & Canada Pension Plan)................................................1-800-277-9914 www.servicecanada.gc.ca Service Canada Richmond Hill (Pleasure Craft Licences)......................................................1-800-267-6687 www.tcigc.ca/marinesafety ServiceOntario, The Office of the Registrar General (Birth, Death and Marriage Certificates) . ............................................1-800-461-2156 / 416-325-8305 www.serviceontario.ca ServiceOntario, Driver & Vehicle Information Hotline (Driver and Vehicle Licensing).....................................................................................................1-800-387-3445 www.mto.gov.on.ca Veterans Affairs Canada.....................................................................................................................1-866-522-2122 www.vac-acc.gc.ca York Region Community and Health Services Department – Richmond Hill Office, Employment and Financial Services Branch (Welfare)........ 905-762-2095 www.mcss.gov.on.ca York Region Land Registry Office....................................................................................................... 905-713-7798 www.serviceontario.ca

Health Services and Organizations Hospitals Mackenzie Health (Emergency Dept is open 24-7) .................................................................. 905-883-1212 www.yorkcentral.com Southlake Regional Health Centre.................................................................................................... 905-895-4521 www.southlakeregional.org

services Markham Stouffville Hospital............................................................................................................. 905-472-7000 www.msh.on.ca

Drug and Alcohol Registry of Treatment (DART)......................................................................1-800-565-8603 Kids Help Phone...................................................................................................................................1-800-668-6868

North York General Hospital............................................................................................................... 416-756-6000 www.nygh.on.ca

Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline............................................................................................1-888-230-3505

Hospital for Sick Children..................................................................................................................... 416-813-1500 www.sickkids.on.ca

Sexual Assault Care and Resource Centre, York Region..........................................................1-800-521-6004

Poison Information Centre...............................................................................................................1-800-268-9017

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre ............................................................................................. 416-480-6100 www.sunnybrook.ca

Sexual Health Clinics..........................................................................................................................1-800-361-5653

Women’s College Hospital ................................................................................................................ 416-323-6400 www.womenscollegehospital.ca

Street Outreach Van, York Region..................................................................................................1-866-553-4053

Services

Transitional and Supportive Housing, York Region...................................................................... 905-898-1658

Canadian Blood Services (Blood donations)..............................................................................1-888-236-6283

Victim Services of York Region............................................................................................................ 905-953-5363

Canadian Mental Health Association, York Region...................................................................... 905-477-5564

Women’s Support Network of York Region...............................................................................1-800-263-6734

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Toronto....................................................................... 416-595-6111

Yellow Brick House Emergency Women’s Shelter...................................................................1-800-263-3247

Smokers Helpline.................................................................................................................................1-877-513-5333 Telehealth...............................................................................................................................................1-866-797-0000

College of Physicians & Surgeons of Ontario............................................................................... 416-967-2603

Hydro

Community Care Access Centre (CCAC).....................................................................................1-888-470-2222 Health Connection, York Region.....................................................................................................1-800-361-5653 Mental Health Services of York Region........................................................................................1-866-208-5509 Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care.....................................................................1-866-532-3161 www.health.gov.on.ca

1-877-963-6900 Email: info@powerstream.ca www.powerstream.ca

St. Elizabeth Health Care.......................................................................................................................905 940-9655

PowerStream Inc. delivers electricity to residents and businesses in the municipalities of Markham, Aurora, Richmond Hill and Vaughan. It is an incorporated entity, jointly owned by the Town of Markham and the City of Vaughan.

Telehealth Ontario..............................................................................................................................1-866-797-0000

Electrical Emergencies

Victorian Order of Nurses (VON)..................................................................................................... 647-788-3180

24-Hours: 1-877-777-3810

Organizations/Support Groups

PowerStream’s System Control Department is on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to respond to electrical emergencies and power interruptions affecting the local electricity distribution system. In the event of a life-threatening emergency, please call 9-1-1.

OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan)........................................................................................1-866-532-3161

ALS Society of Toronto and Area................................................................... 905-248-2052/1-800-267-4257 Alzheimer Society of York Region, South York Region................................................................ 905-731-6611 Arthritis Society, Ontario Chapter.................................................................................................... 416-979-7228 Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation................................................................................................ 416-932-3900 Canadian Diabetes Association, York Region................................................................................. 416-363-3373 Canadian Red Cross, York Region...................................................................................................1-800-418-1111 Cancer Information Service.............................................................................................................1-800-422-6237 Childhood Cancer Foundation Canada............................................................................................ 416-489-6440 Circle of Care............................................................................................................................................. 416-635-2860 Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.......................................................................................................... 416-920-5035 Down Syndrome Association of York Region.............................................................................1-800-649-3696

Causes for power interruptions can include animal contact with distribution equipment, a vehicle hitting a hydro pole or pad mounted transformer (green boxes on road allowances in some neighbourhoods) or someone digging into an underground cable. If you have information about the cause of a power interruption that would assist with power restoration efforts, please call the electrical emergency number.

Billing Inquiries 1-877-963-6900 Email: customerservice@powerstream.ca PowerStream is responsible for reading and billing electricity and water consumption within the Town of Richmond Hill. Residential customers receive one combined electricity and water billing every two months, while business customers are billed monthly.

Evergreen Hospice................................................................................................................................... 905-472-5014

Underground Electric Cable Locating

Gilda’s Club Greater Toronto............................................................................................................... 416-214-9898

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Heart and Stroke Foundation, York Region South........................................................................ 905-709-4899

Call PowerStream before you dig, excavate, landscape or build a fence. For your safety, PowerStream will locate and mark PowerStream underground electric cables for you at no cost. When requesting underground cable locating service, please provide as much advance notice as possible, especially during busy periods such as spring and summer long weekends. Don’t take chances with your safety.

Hospice Thornhill..................................................................................................................................... 905-764-0656 Kidney Foundation, Central Ontario Branch..............................................................................1-800-387-4474 Lance Krasman Memorial Centre for Community Mental Health.............................................................................................................. 905-780-0491 Living Room (New Directions, Canadian Mental Health Association)....................................................... 905-841-3977 Lupus Ontario........................................................................................................................................... 905-415-1099 Lung Association, York Region............................................................................................................. 416-864-9911 Multiple Sclerosis Society, York East Chapter................................................................................ 416-922-6065 National Eating Disorder Information Centre............................................................................... 416-340-4156 Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy.............................................................................................. 416-244-9686 Ontario March of Dimes, York Region.............................................................................................. 905-773-7758 Parkinson Foundation of Canada....................................................................................................... 416-227-9700 St. John Ambulance Brigade, York Region.................................................... 905-773-3394/1-800-268-1677 Schizophrenia Society of Ontario, York Region......................................... 416-449-6830/1-800-449-6367

Pad mounted transformers (green boxes on road allowances in some neighbourhoods) contain the aboveground portion of an underground electrical installation. They transform high voltage electricity (16,000 volts) to low voltage electricity (120/240 volts) for residential use. Help ensure the safety of both the public and utility workers – do not plant shrubs, build a fence or change the grade of land around a pad mounted transformer.

24-Hour Emergency Service 1-877-777-3810 Electricity and Water Account Inquiries .................................................................................... 1-877-963-6900 Moving In or Out .............................................................................................................................. 1-877-963-6900 Underground Electric Cable Locating ........................................................................................ 1-800-400-2255 All other inquiries ............................................................................................................................. 1-877-963-6900 Street Light Out ..................................................................................................................................... 905-477-5530 Electrical Safety Authority ..............................................................................................................1-877-372-7233 www.esasafe.com

Spinal Cord Injury Ontario................................................................................................................... 416-422-5644

LIBRARIES

Stroke Recovery Association............................................................................................................1-888-540-6666 Support for Depression.......................................................................................................................... 905-201-0432

www.rhpl.richmondhill.on.ca

York Durham Aphasia Centre...............................................................................................................905 642-2058 York Region Head Injury Support Group.....................................................................................1-800-263-5404

The Richmond Hill Public Library system offers a variety of resources and services to residents who live, work or attend school in Richmond Hill, including: books; Internet access; local history/genealogy databases; CD-ROMs; videos; DVDs; CDs; French language material and multilingual books; research databases; magazines; newspapers; government documents; and other reference materials.

HELP/DISTRESS CENTRES

Programs

310-COPE (Confidential Community Crisis and Distress Response Service – Toll Free)....................................................................................................310-2673

A variety of programs are offered at the Town’s libraries, such as computer classes, employment workshops, family story-time sessions, adult reading groups, educational programs and movie nights. For patrons with special needs, the library has talking books, large print books, literacy support and English

York Region Hepatitis C Society..................................................................... 905-940-1333/1-800-361-5653

AIDS Hotline.......................................................................................................... 416-392-2437/1-800-668-2437

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services as a Second Language materials. Meeting rooms, audiovisual equipment and exhibit spaces are available for rent for business events, networking, seminars and meetings by calling 905-884-9288, ext. 758. The Richmond Hill Public Library system is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors appointed by the Town of Richmond Hill. •C entral Library (Administration) 1 Atkinson Street............................................................................................................................... 905-884-9288 Monday - Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 5:00 p.m. •O ak Ridges Moraine Library 13085 Yonge Street, Unit #12..................................................................................................... 905-773-5533 Monday: 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday & Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Thursday & Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: CLOSED •R ichmond Green Library 1 William F. Bell Parkway................................................................................................................ 905-780-0711 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: CLOSED •R ichvale Library 40 Pearson Avenue........................................................................................................................... 905-889-2847 Monday: CLOSED Tuesday & Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Thursday & Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: CLOSED

MARRIAGE LICENCES 905-771-8800 The fee for a marriage licence is $130, payable by cash, cheque or debit card at the time your licence is issued. Credit cards are not accepted. It takes approximately 15 - 30 minutes to process your licence. Marriage licences are issued between the hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and no appointment is required. If you require more information on marriage licence procedures, please contact our Marriage Licensing Office.

MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT Contact your Federal Member of Parliament (M.P.), Government of Canada..................................................................................................................... 905-770-4440 • Costas Menegakis • Paul Calandra (Oak Ridges-Markham) www.canada.gc.ca Contact your Provincial Member of Parliament (M.P.P.), Legislative Assembly of Ontario..................................................................................................... 905-884-8080 • Reza Moridi • Dr. Helena Jaczek (Oak Ridges-Markham) www.ont.la.on.ca

Mobility Bus 905-762-2112 or 1-866-744-1119 Mobility Plus is York Region’s door-to-door shared ride accessible public transit service for people with disabilities. If you are unable to use regular public transit due to a physical or functional disability, Mobility Plus may be for you. To use this service, you must meet specific eligibility criteria. Eligibility is considered on a case-by-case basis and is not based on a particular disability, nor is it based on income level or lack of accessible public transit in an applicant’s area. To register for Mobility Plus, download an application form online at www.yrt.ca/mobilityplus or call our Customer Service Centre at 1-866-744-1119. There is no registration fee.

the peaceful enjoyment for other park users and their speed along trails poses a safety risk for pedestrians and cyclists. In addition, the constant traffic harasses wildlife, potentially driving them from their natural habitat. Off-trail riding also damages natural features and wildlife nesting areas. Due to the diversity of landscapes and species, it is essential that the Town preserve the ecological systems and protect these spaces for future generations to enjoy. Many opportunities exist for the legal use of off-road vehicles on designated trail networks that are outside of protected areas.

Water Play Parks: • Silver Stream Park Shirley Dr., north of Major Mackenzie, between Bayview and Leslie 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days per week. • Newberry Park Bernard Avenue, beside Bernard Public School 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days per week. * until end of school year, Monday - Friday 3:30 to 8:00 pm Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. • Bridgeview Park Located at the end of Marshall St. 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days per week. • Richmond Green Park 1300 Elgin Mills Rd., E. (Leslie St./Elgin Mills Rd.) 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days per week. • Langstaff Discovery Centre Located on Bantry Rd. 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days per week. • Oak Ridges Lions Park (formerly Humberland Park) Located on Red Cardinal Trail 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days per week. • Russell Tilt Park Located on Blackforest Dr. 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days per week. • Grovewood Park Located on Grovewood St. 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days per week. • William Neal Park Located on Tower Hill Rd. 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days per week. • Crosby Park (recycled system) Located on Newkirk Ave./Crosby Ave 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days per week. • Richvale Athletic Field (recycled system) Located at 160 Avenue Rd. 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days per week.

POOLS: Public Use The Town of Richmond Hill offers five indoor pool facilities, with a wide variety of activities like swimming lessons, aqua fit classes, recreation swimming and much more for the community to enjoy. • Bayview Hill Community Centre & Pool................................................................. (centre) 905-508-5995 or ..............................................................................................................................................(pool) 905-508-9394 114 Spadina Road, Richmond Hill • Centennial Pool & Fitness Studio............................................................................... (centre) 905-884-0755 or ..............................................................................................................................................(pool) 905-884-6651 161 Newkirk Road, Richmond Hill

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• Elgin West Community Centre & Pool................................................................... (general) 905-508-7012 or.......................................................................................................................................... (aquatic) 905-508-3036 11099 Bathurst Street, Richmond Hill

The Town of Richmond Hill is home to more than 170 parks. Throughout the parks system there are athletic fields, nature trails, walkways, playgrounds, picnic areas, tennis courts, open spaces, etc. Information regarding new parks and a full list of current parks (A-Z) can be found on the Town’s Website at RichmondHill.ca/Parks.

• Richvale Community Centre & Pool.......................................................................... (centre) 905-884-0855 or ..............................................................................................................................................(pool) 905-737-2956 160 Avenue Road, Richmond Hill

Trails

• The Wave Pool......................................................................................................................905-508-WAVE (9283) Lois Hancey Aquatic Centre, 5 Hopkins Street, Richmond Hill

Trails provide great recreation and leisure opportunities for people in the community. A copy of the Parks Trail Guide and the Trail Master Plan can be found on the Town’s Website at RichmondHill.ca/Trails.

• Oak Ridges Community Centre & Pool..................................................................................... 905-773-4630 12895 Bayview Avenue, Richmond Hill

Motorized Vehicles in Natural Areas

The Town’s Wave Pool is the only indoor wave pool in the Greater Toronto Area where you can play in the waves, lounge on water mats, ride the 160-foot water slide or relax in the on-deck sauna. The Wave Pool is available for group rentals to schools, community groups and businesses and also features aquafitness classes, lane swims,

The use of motorized vehicles is prohibited in parks and on trails. Motorized vehicles disturb

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services leisure swims and swimming lessons for all ages and levels.

Snow Information Line ........................................................................................................................ 905-771-2525

Wave Pool ........................................................................................................................................................905-508-WAVE (9283)

Operations Centre (24-hour automated service) ..................................................................... 905-884-8013

SCHOOLS

Transit Shelters Please contact York Region Transit for snow clearing or maintenance on transit shelters. York Region Transit ............................................................................................................................... 905-762-2100

Public Schools

Taxes

The York Region District School Board is comprised of 12 trustees, representative of all municipalities in York Region. Elected by ratepayers for a four-year term, trustees are empowered under the Education Act to set policy for the operation of all public schools in York Region. Trustees also have budget, personnel and committee responsibilities.

Separate Schools

The taxes you pay each year to the Town go towards the many services the Town provides, as well as a portion for regional services and education. The Town issues two tax bills per year. The interim bill is mailed in January with installments due in February and April. The interim bill is based on 50 per cent of the previous year’s taxes and is shown as a reduction on the final bill. The final bill is mailed in June based on approved tax rates from the Town, Region of York and the school boards. Installments are due in July and September. The full amounts of both the interim bill and the net balance on the final bill must be paid. A breakdown of where your tax dollars go, as well as an online tax calculator are available on the Town’s Website.

The York Catholic District School Board provides educational services for students at elementary and secondary school levels of the Catholic denomination.

Access Richmond Hill .......................................................................................................................... 905-771-8800 RichmondHill.ca/Budget

York Catholic District School Board................................................................................................ 905-713-1211 www.ycdsb.edu.on.ca

Newly Constructed Homes

General inquiries.................................................................................................................................... 416-969-8131 Trustee Services – ext. 2327 and 2262 www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca

Montessori and Private Schools There are many private elementary and secondary schools within Richmond Hill and York Region. Helpmate Community Information & Volunteer Bureau......................................................... 905-836-2000 www.inforichmondhill.org helpmate@inforichmondhill.org

Post Secondary Education In Ontario there is a wide range of post secondary options for those wanting to continue their studies. For more information on post secondary education pursuits and the Ontario Education System, call the Ontario Ministry of Education at 1-800-387-5514 or visit www.edu.gov.on.ca.

SENIORS’ SERVICES Assistance for Seniors and the Disabled Seniors and disabled residents may be eligible to participate in the snow windrow removal program. A windrow is the pile of snow left at the foot of the driveway after the street is plowed. This free service is available to residents who meet program criteria. For more information or to download the application form, visit RichmondHill.ca/SnowWindrow Access Richmond Hill............................................................................................................................. 905-771-8800

Seniors’ Centre

If you recently purchased a newly constructed home, your property may not be fully assessed yet. If this is the case, your property tax bill will be based on the value of the land only. A separate billing, called a supplementary bill, will be issued for taxes relating to the structure portion of the property and the bill will be retroactive to the date of occupancy. It is recommended that you plan for this billing as it will be issued six to 12 months following occupancy and may overlap with the regular billing schedule.

Payment Options There are a variety of ways to pay your property tax bill including: electronically through your bank, in person at the bank, pre-authorized payment programs, by mail, in person at the Town’s Municipal Offices, or by using one of the drop boxes at the Municipal Offices and the Operations Centre. Contact Revenue Branch for more information on payment options, overdue notices, supplementary billings and what to do if you are moving.

Assessment Rolls Assessment rolls contain information about every property within the Town. They contain the owners’ names and addresses, legal descriptions of the properties, lot sizes (frontage and square footage), assessed values and the property classes (for taxation purposes).

Budget Preparing and approving the Town’s annual budget is an extensive process involving many members of staff, the Budget Committee of the Whole and Council. The Town publishes its budget annually. Copies of the budget reports are available for viewing at the Town’s Municipal Offices. Copies of the Town’s audited statements for the previous year are available from the Corporate & Financial Services Department and on the Town’s Website.

The McConaghy Centre, operated by the Community Services Department, offers activities and events for residents who are 55 years of age or older. Drop by and become a member to receive many benefits, including: • free workshops; • priority registration for all Seniors’ Centre programs and special events; • free seasonal brochures; and • free admission to daily drop-in programs. Other activities and programs available include badminton, bingo, bridge, euchre, cribbage, fitness programs, dance classes, snooker and candlelight dinners. An extra fee is required in order to participate in most of these activities.

York Regional Police For all emergencies, call 9-1-1 For non-emergency inquiries (24 hrs) ....................................................... 905-881-1221/ 1-866-876-5423 www.yrp.ca

York Regional Police Headquarters 1-866-876-5423 17250 Yonge St, Newmarket L3Y 4W5

McConaghy Centre.........................................................................................................................................................905-737-1818 10100 Yonge Street RichmondHill.ca/McConaghy

Frequently called numbers:

Volunteering

Crime Prevention .............................................................................................................................................. ext. 6705

The McConaghy Centre offers many different volunteer opportunities for friendly, energetic people. Volunteer opportunities include lunch programs; Bingo programs; office assistance; Welcoming Committee; games room coordination; Dance Committee; and fundraising initiatives.

Richmond hill District Headquarters

McConaghy Centre................................................................................................................................. 905-737-1818 10100 Yonge Street RichmondHill.ca/McConaghy

905-881-1221 171 Major MacKenzie Drive West, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 5J1

Placement into Long-Term Care Homes, In-Home Services (Nursing, Meals) and Transportation

YRP is responsible for:

Community Care Access Centre, York Region ....................................................................... 1-888-470-2222 www.ccac-ont.ca

• crime prevention

York Region Transit’s Mobility Plus, for disabled riders.............................................................. 905-762-2112

• assistance to victims of crime

Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care ........................................................................ www.health.gov.on.ca

• public order maintenance

Snow removal Snow Removal Concerns regarding snow removal on regional roads should contact York Region’s 24-hour dispatch service......................................................................................................................................................1-877-464-9675 During the winter months, snow removal services, including plowing and sanding, are conducted on all Town roads and sidewalks.

Community Services ........................................................................................................................................ ext. 6709 Victim Assistance .............................................................................................................................................. ext. 6649

• law enforcement

• emergency response • programs related to Personal Safety including those targeting seniors, women and victims of crime • programs related to Crime Prevention including preventing residential and commercial break-ins, car and bike thefts and Neighbourhood Watch • programs for youth including the classes and summer camps at the Community Safety Village, Anti-Gang Programs and programs relating to Internet Safety

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(905) 508-5995 (centre) or (905) 508-9394 (pool)

1 5300 sq ft. Suitable for functions of up to: 400

6 Suitable for functions of up to: 35, 30, 35, 35, 80, 35

1 gymnasium (5300 sq. ft.) lined for various sports

(905) 773-4571

1 3498 sq. ft. Suitable for functions of up to: 246

1 (252 sq. ft.) Suitable for functions of up to: 20

1 ice pad No Seating Capacity: 250

(905) 737-1236

2, with art gallery lighting Suitable for functions of up to: 40, 12

Centennial Pool & Fitness (905) 884-6651 Studio

1 (620 sq. ft.) Suitable for functions of up to: 35

1 Fitness Studio Aerobic Studio (1120 sq. ft.) Suitable for fitness activities

1 25 metres, six lane pool equipped with a diving board and slide

1 large meeting room 1 outdoor bocce suitable for functions facility (1 lane) up to: 60

(905) 771-8333

1 (289 sq. ft) Suitable for functions of up to: 30

1 ice pad 1 fitness studio Seating Capacity: 300 1 Aerobic Studio (1160 sq. ft.) Suitable for fitness activities for functions of up to: 28 guests

(905) 884-1368

2 Suitable for functions of up to: 60 and 145

2 ice pads No Seating capacity: 528 and 200

(905) 508-7012

1 (1643 Sq. ft.) Suitable for functions of up to: 200

5 Suitable for functions of up to: 35, 60, 35, 70, 35

1 gymnasium No (5400 sq. ft.) Lined for various sports

5-lane pool with waterslide

(905) 884-6776

1 Suitable for functions of up to: 96

1 Ice pad

(905) 737-9210

1 Capacity: 40

High/low ropes No challenge course

(905) 787-1441 ext. 223

3 small meeting rooms

(905) 773-5381

1 1400 sq. ft. Suitable for functions of up to 100

Bayview Hill community centre Pool / Fitness Studio 114 Spadina Road Richmond Hill L4B 2Y9

bond lake arena & recreation centre 70 Old Colony Road Richmond Hill L4E 3G4

Boynton House 1300 Elgin Mills Road Richmond Hill L4S 1M5

161 Newkirk Road Richmond Hill L4C 3G6

Connor Room 39 King Road L4E 2W1

Ed Sackfield Arena & Fitness Studio 311 Valleymede Drive Richmond Hill L4B 2E1

ELGIN BARROW ARENA 43 Church Street South Richmond Hill L4C 1W1

ELGIN WEST COMMUNITY CENTRE & POOL 11099 Bathurst Street Richmond Hill L4C 0N2

Elvis Stojko Arena 350 Sixteenth Avenue Richmond Hill L4C 7A9

Eyer Homestead 1045 Elgin Mills Road Richmond HIll L4S 1M7

George Forster House and Barns (at Phyllis Rawlinson Park)

1 fitness studio

2 Main Pool: 5 lane pool with water slide, 25 metres long Tot Pool: maximum depth 2.5 ft.

11715 Leslie Street Richmond Hill L4E 3R7

Lake Wilcox Community Centre 81 Wildwood Avenue Richmond Hill L4E 3B6

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5 1 gymnasium No Suitable for (3000 sq. ft.) with staging functions of up to: 35, 35, 40, 20, 40

(905) 773-4630

1 7250 sq. ft. Suitable for functions of up to: 450

1 gymnasium (7000 sq. ft.)

1 fitness centre 1 aerobics room

6-lane pool with waterslide

1 Suitable for functions of up to: 66

• 26,000 square foot indoor sports complex • 1 indoor soccer facility • 3 outdoor soccer fields (1 junior, 2 senior) • indoor lawn bowling league activities • open picnic areas and shelters • 7 ball diamonds (3 baseball, 4 softball) • 1 outdoor basketball court • skate park • waterplay park

(905) 737- 1236 No

1300 Elgin Mills Road Richmond Hill L4S 1M5

3 gymnasiums (11872 sq. ft.) Lined for various sports Suitable for functions with up to 1200 guests

(905) 787-8811

1 auditorium Capacity: 631 1 hall Capacity: 271

1 Capacity: 200

(905) 780-3802

1 Suitable for functions of up to: 15

(905) 787-1441 ext. 223

1 small meeting room Suitable for functions of up to: 12

Rouge woods Community (905) 787-1441 Centre

2 Suitable for functions of up to: 120, 80

1 gymnasium (5200 sq. ft.) Capacity: 475 1 indoor bocce facility (4 lanes)

(905) 883-4710

1 Suitable for functions of up to: 30

2 ice pads Seating Capacity: 300, 300

1 Aerobics Room

(905) 508-9283

2 No Suitable for functions of up to: 35, 35

Wave action pool with 160 ft. water slide and warm water swirl pool

Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts 10268 Yonge Street Richmond Hill L4C 3B7

Richmond Hill Heritage Centre 19 Church Street North Richmond Hill L4C 3E6

Robert Holland Interpretive Centre 11715 Leslie Street Richmond Hill L4E 3R7

110 Shirley Drive Richmond Hill L4S 1Y7

Tom Graham Arena 1300 Elgin Mills Road East Richmond Hill L4S 1M5

Wave Pool 5 Hopkins Street Richmond Hill L4C 0C1

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12895 Bayview Ave. Richmond Hill L4E 3G2

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Call Box office: 905-787-8811 for ticket details

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services York Region Transit (YRT) 905-762-2100 or 1-866-668-3978 York Region Transit. VIVA. York, connected.

YOUTH & TEENS Youth Programs and Services

Over 100 routes including conventional services, GO Shuttles, Express services, community buses and high school, college and university services.

The Town is committed to providing quality programs and services to residents of all ages, including youths. Each season, new activities that cater to teens (13 to 19 years of age) are offered such as dances, sports, clubs, art and instructional programs. Check the latest edition of the Leisure Guide and the Town’s Website at RichmondHill.ca/ Youth, for a complete list of programs and activities.

VIVA

Youth Action Committee

YRT

York Region’s rapid transit service. Five colourful routes - blue, purple, orange, green and pink.

MOBILITY PLUS York Region’s door-to-door shared-ride accessible public transit service for people with disabilities.

50¢ TO GO A 50¢ fare lets you ride YRT, Viva and YRT’s special GO Shuttle services to many GO Train stations.

2-HOUR TICKET By paying a single fare, customers can travel on YRT/Viva for up to two-hours in any direction. For more information: York Region Transit/VIVA 50 High Tech Rd, 5th floor, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 4N7 Local . .......................................................................................................................................................... 905-762-2100 Toll Free .......................................................................................................................1-866-MOVE YRT (668-3978) TTY Teletypewriters - Local ................................................................................................................ 905-881-5167 Toll Free .................................................................................................................................................1-866-276-7478 www.yrt.ca www.vivayork.com

In order to keep in touch with the concerns and interests of teens, Richmond Hill has a local Youth Action Committee. It is comprised of young members of the community who volunteer their time to assist the Town in providing quality programs for teens. The committee meets regularly, organizing events and discussing issues of importance and acting as a resource to Council. Community Services - Youth Coordinator.................................................................. 905-882-4295 ext. 3154

Special Services Pathways/Homebase provide special assistance to youth for shelter/housing, food and clothing, job searching, support groups and counselling. Pathways/Homebase............................................................................................................................. 905-884-3070

Skate Park In September 2004, the Town officially opened its new Skate Park with an area of more than 2,450 m2 for skateboarders and in-line skaters to ride for free. Located at the northwest corner of Richmond Green Park, it is ideal for all levels of skaters – beginner, intermediate or expert. The park features modular ramps, banks, stairs, ledges and rails, as well as a mini ramp with spine and pump bumps. Just bring your boards and blades! Please note that BMX bikes are not permitted. Richmond Green Park............................................................................................................................ 905-737-1236 RichmondHill.ca/SkatePark

Religious Organizations & Churches The Richmond Hill Country Shul 9225 Bathurst Street, Richmond Hill............................................................................................... 905-709-7485 Saint George Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church 9116 Bayview Ave., Richmond Hill.................................................................................................... 905-731-7210 Richmond Hill United Church 10201 Yonge St., Richmond Hill......................................................................................................... 905-884-1301 St Mary Immaculate Roman Catholic Church 10295 Yonge St., Richmond Hill......................................................................................................... 905-884-1784 Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church 10066 Yonge St., Richmond Hill......................................................................................................... 905-884-4211 Our Lady Queen of the World Roman Catholic Church 10411 Bayview Ave., Richmond Hill................................................................................................. 905-884-7006 Toronto United Church Council 30 Wertheim Court, Richmond Hill.................................................................................................. 905-771-5124 Richmond Hill Seventh Day Adventist Church 210 Elgin Mills Rd. W., Richmond Hill ............................................................................................. 905-884-5989 Bethel Canadian Reformed Church 11251 Bayview Ave., Richmond Hill................................................................................................. 905-884-3298 The Church in Richmond Hill 38 Berringer St., Richmond Hill ......................................................................................................... 905-763-2961 Our Lady of the Annuciation Church 97 King Rd., Richmond Hill ................................................................................................................. 905-773-5223 Community Church of Richmond Hill 45 Crosby Ave., Richmond Hill .......................................................................................................... 905-884-3005 Emmanuel Anglican Church 15 Mac Kay Dr., Richmond Hill ........................................................................................................ 905-881-8198 Gormley Missionary Church 120 Gormley Rd. W., Richmond Hill................................................................................................. 905-887-5846 Gospel Light Baptist Church 11570 Yonge St., Richmond Hill ....................................................................................................... 416-300-0735

11221 Bayview Ave., Richmond Hill ................................................................................................ 905-883-6773 North Toronto Chinese Baptist Church 531 Major Mackenzie Dr. E, Richmond Hill .................................................................................. 905-883-6978 Richmond Hill Free Methodist 212 Hillsview Dr., Richmond Hill ...................................................................................................... 905-884-5029 Richmond Hill Baptist Church 50 Wright St., Richmond Hill ............................................................................................................. 905-884-3091 Richmond Hill Chinese Baptist Church 136 Hillsview Dr., Richmond Hill....................................................................................................... 905-508-0901 Richmond Hill Christian Community Church 9670 Bayview Ave., Richmond Hill.................................................................................................... 905-884-3399 Richmond Hill Pentecostal Church 65 Baif Blvd., Richmond Hill . ............................................................................................................. 905-884-5149 Richvale Bible Chapel 24 Oak Ave., Richmond Hill ................................................................................................................ 905-889-7073 Salvation Army Richmond Hill Community Church 55 Newkirk Rd., Richmond Hill ......................................................................................................... 905-737-0496 St. Christopher’s Anglican Church 459 Crosby Ave., Richmond Hill ........................................................................................................ 905-918-2205 St. John’s Anglican Church 12125 Yonge St., Richmond Hill, ...................................................................................................... 289-809-1450 St. Mary & St. Joseph Coptic Orthodox Church 11308 Yonge St., Richmond Hill......................................................................................................... 416-800-3333 St. Mary’s Anglican Church 10030 Yonge St., Richmond Hill......................................................................................................... 905-884-2227 St. Matthew’s United Church 333 Crosby Ave., Richmond Hill......................................................................................................... 905-884-3606 St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 10131 Bayview Ave., Richmond Hill................................................................................................. 905-884-6915

Grace Baptist Church 270 Weldrick Rd. W, Richmond Hill ................................................................................................. 905-737-4737

Summit Community Church services in Richmond Green High School - Leslie & Elgin Mills, Richmond Hill .......................................................................................... 905-887-5193

Logos Baptist Church 75 Oxford St., Richmond Hill ............................................................................................................. 905-780-0507

Vishnu Mandir 8640 Yonge St., Richmond Hill.............................................................................................................905 886-1724

North Toronto Chinese Alliance Church

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RICHMOND HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY

Enriching Your Connections, Choices and Community Humans “She looks at the pictures and makes up her own stories.”

of the Library

"I have to keep them entertained at the same time so, the library is helpful."

“I’m a computer consultant, I work from home. But I’m more productive at the Library so I come to the Library to work”

Your Library. Your Knowledge Centre. #Central

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www.rhpl.richmondhill.on.ca

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Tel: 905-884-9288

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Elgin Mills Campus 500 Elgin Mills Rd. East

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