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August 27, 2009 Free Green Bin compostable bags coming soon to your mailbox
October 21, 2009 Celebrate Character Community Week, October 25th to 31st
January 5, 2010 Northbound lanes of Highway 427 north of Highway 7 to remain closed for pavement repair
December 23, 2009 York Regional Council adopts new Regional Official Plan
Backgrounder Regional Official Plan
December 23, 2009 Increased mumps activity within York Region
December 22, 2009 York Region Emergency Medical Services deliver
December 21, 2009 YRT,Viva has your free ride covered this New Year’s Eve
December 17, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York donates two decommissioned ambulances to St. John Ambulance York Region branch
December 18, 2009 Smart and creative ways to reduce holiday waste
December 17, 2009 York Works highlights safe winter drivingDecember 17, 2009 York Works highlights safe winter driving
December 16, 2009 Check your route: YRT, Viva holiday changes on the way
December 16, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York wins gold in three categories at 2009 Ontario Waste Minimization Awards
December 16, 2009 Mandatory use of compostable bags in Green Bin program by 2011
December 16, 2009 York Region tobacco prohibition order issued to local vendor
December 16, 2009 York Regional Council approves $4.9 billion 2010 Business Plan with no tax increase for York Region taxpayer
December 16, 2009 York Regional Council Approves 2010 Police Budget
December 16, 2009 Where your 2010 tax dollar goes
December 16, 2009 York Regional Council approves $1.44 billion 2010 Operating Plan
December 16, 2009 GTA Pooling
December 16, 2009 York Regional Council approves $3.5 billion 2010 Capital Plan
December 16, 20092010 Water and Wastewater Rates
December 15, 2009 Lane restrictions on Keele Street north of Steeles Avenue due to broken watermain
December 14, 2009 Lane restrictions in effect for Rutherford Road between Islington Avenue and Pine Valley Drive in City of Vaughan
December 10, 2009 York Region diversion ranks No. 1 among Large Urban Municipalities
Dec 10 2009 New CHS Commissioner
December 9, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York H1N1 to close community flu vaccination clinics at 5 p.m. Sunday, December 13th
December 7, 2009 York Region Community Environmental Centre public meeting to be held December 9th in the Town of Richmond Hill
December 3, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York encourages all adults and children to get their H1N1 flu vaccine
December 2, 2009 York Region Emergency Medical Services paramedics recognized for providing highest standard of pre-hospital patient care
November 26, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York, the Town of Georgina and the Heart and Stroke Foundation team up and save a mans life
November 26, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York prepared for winter weather on our roads this season
November 20, 2009 myRide Travel Training now a permanent program
November 20, 2009 York Region H1N1 community flu immunization clinics open this weekend and available to everyone
November 20, 2009 York Region to close both Community Flu Assessment Centres
November 20, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York to hold 15th Annual Craft and Gift Sale
November 20, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York continues to strongly promote water efficiency through education
November 20, 2009 York Region charters a new Human Services Planning Board
November 20, 2009 York Regional Council endorses final Transportation Master Plan Update
November 20, 2009 York Regional Council endorses final Water and Wastewater Master Plan Update
November 12, 2009 Town of Newmarket H1N1 flu immunization clinic closed today for building maintenance
November 17 2009 H1N1 shots for all residents
November 13, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York expands eligibility for H1N1 flu vaccine
November 12, 2009 Town of Newmarket H1N1 flu immunization clinic closed today for building maintenance
November 4, 2009 York Region to wrap-up 2009 United Way staff campaign
November 11, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York expands eligibility for H1N1 flu shot
Nov 10 2009 Second flu assessment centre opens
November 10, 2009 King Road from Jane Street to Weston Road to close for weekend construction on Highway 400 interchange
November 10, 2009 York Region launches long term tourism development strategy
November 9, 2009 YRT, Viva sheds some winter warmth this holiday season
November 9, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York to hold Remembrance Day Ceremony
November 9, 2009 Veterans ride YRT, Viva free on Remembrance Day
Nov 9, 2009 York Region employees raise more than $252,500 for the United Way of York Region
November 9, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York to release long term destination development plan at tourism conference
November 6, 2009 Unadjuvanted H1N1 flu vaccine available to pregnant women
November 5, 2009 Four H1N1 Clinics open from Thursday to Sunday in York Region
November 5, 2009 Town of Markham H1N1 flu immunization clinic at capacity
November 3, 2009 York Region opens its first Community Flu Assessment Centre
November 3, 2009 York Region opens its first Community Flu Assessment Centre
November 3, 2009 Four H1N1 immunization clinics operating in York Region today
November 2, 2009 Five H1N1 immunization clinics operating in York Region today; Markham, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Newmarket and Georgina
November 1, 2009 City of Vaughan H1N1 flu immunization clinic at capacity
October 31, 2009 Two H1N1 Clinics operating in York Region today and tomorrow
October 31, 2009 City of Vaughan H1N1 flu immunization clinic at capacity
October 29, 2009 Fourth flu clinic open
October 30, 2009 City of Vaughan H1N1 flu immunization clinic at capacity
October 30, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York schedules opening of fifth H1N1 flu immunization clinic
October 30, 2009 Town of Newmarket H1N1 flu immunization clinic at capacity
October 30, 2009 York Region paramedics treat kids to a safe Halloween
October 29, 2009 York Region H1N1 flu immunization clinics at full capacity no further patients will be accepted today
October 29, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York schedules opening of fourth H1N1 flu immunization clinic
October 28, 2009 York Region H1N1 Clinics not accepting further patients today
October 27, 2009 York Region begins H1N1 flu vaccination clinics
October 23, 2009 Youth urged to complete online career survey
October 22, 2009 York Regional Council approves municipal pedestrian and cycling project funding in 2010
October 22, 2009 York Region plans 2010 tourism marketing and development
Oct 20, 2009 Local business professionals come together to learn how to build a resilient workforce at the 9th Annual Workplace Wellness Conference
Oct 20, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York presents The Environment First Symposium: The First "R" - The First Discussion
October 19, 2009 What’s in your lunchbox is an important as how you pack it
October 19, 2009 York Region offers prenatal classes to teens and single women
October 16, 2009 Queensville Sideroad east of Bathurst Street in East Gwillimbury to close this weekend for repairs
October 9, 2009 YRT, Viva Customer Appreciation Day Wednesday, October 14th
October 9, 2009 Reduce the risk of food borne illness this Thanksgiving
October 9, 2009 Reminder to participate in Thanksgiving food drive
October 6, 2009 York Region celebrates Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month
October 5, 2009 York Region Chairmans Dinner for the Arts will showcase an impressive array of established and up-and-coming talent
October 5, 2009 Put your well to the test this fall!
October 2, 2009 October 3rd marks 9th Annual Breastfeeding Challenge
October 1, 2009 Breastfeeding protects!
September 29, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York launches Thanksgiving food drive
September 28, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York launches Thanksgiving food drive
September 24, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York encourages developers to build sustainable homes
September 18, 2009 New underpass extends Tom Taylor Trail south of Mulock Drive
September 18, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York hosts official opening of newly reconstructed Teston Road and new Highway 400 interchange
September 17, 2009 Weekend festivals to close portions of Major Mackenzie Drive and Yonge Street on September 19th
September 17, 2009 Official opening of Teston Road reconstruction and Highway 400 interchange
September 16, 2009 York Region Transit Viva encourages you to go car free on Tuesday, September 22nd
September 15, 2009 Surviving to thriving: Making stress work for you and your team
September 14, 2009 Tour de Greenbelt: A fresh air bicycle tour of our Greenbelt
September 14, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York launches 2009 staff campaign in support of United Way of York Region
September 14, 2009 York Region and the Pefferlaw Association of Ratepayers offer low-cost rabies clinic to dog and cat owners
September 11, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York to launch United Way employee Campaign
September 11, 2009 Rejuvenate your mind and body this fall in York Region
September 1, 2009 York Region reports first positive West Nile virus mosquitoes
August 21, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York extends hours at waste facilities to assist with clean-up efforts in City of Vaughan
August 17, 2009 Free YRTViva service for Veterans on Warriors' Day, August 22nd
August 17, 2009 More shelter spaces now available for families in immediate need
August 12, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York celebrates opening of expanded Leeder Place Blue Door Shelter in the Town of East Gwillimbury
August 11, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York supports young entrepreneurs
July 30, 2009 Be smart, safe and healthy at the beach this summer
July 28, 2009 York Region tobacco prohibition order issued to local vendor
July 22, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York hosts Southeast Collector Public Information Centre
July 2, 2009 CEC opens
June 29, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York to celebrate opening of new Community Environmental Centre in the City of Vaughan
June 25, 2009 Draft of Official Plan released for public consultation
June 25, 2009 York Region approves new transit street furniture guidelines
June 25, 2009 York Regional Council approves EA submission for the proposed Durham York energy from waste facility
June 25, 2009 Draft of Official Plan released for public consultation
June 25, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York releases 2008 Annual Report
June 24, 2009 What are the signs telling you?
June 22, 2009 Bat and rabies safety
June 22, 2009 Call 911
June 22, 2009 Major Mac lanes closed
June 22, 2009 Do you need emergency medical services? Call 911
June 19, 2009 King road lanes reduced
June 18, 2009 Passing of G Wright
June 18, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York offers condolences following the death of former York Region Chairman Garfield Wright
June 18, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York saddened by death of Markham Regional Councillor Tony Wong
June 15, 2009 Water conservation on tap in The Regional Municipality of York
June 15, 2009 YRT, Viva crowns Bus Roadeo Champion
June 10, 2009 Sustainable servicing for growth and preserving natural heritage are priorities for update to Water and Wastewater Master Plan
June 10, 2009 Master Plan update reflects commitment to sustainability
June 10, 2009 Master Plan draft reports reflect three rounds of public input
June 10, 2009 Market-fresh produce adds quality to your meals
June 10, 2009YRT, Viva operators to battle for Bus Roadeo Champion
June 9, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York screens Planet for Tomorrow film
June 5, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York holds public information meeting on proposed light rail transit project
June 4, 2009 Sun smart student wins a shady prize for school
June 4, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York receives $31,500 in funding from Invest Canada-Community Initiatives
June 2, 2009 Grill safely
June 1, 2009 Thanks for riding YRT Viva
May 27, 2009 Rail Barrel event
May 25, 2009 Summary of 2008 CDIF Projects
May 25, 2009 York Region launches vivanext.com for people to stay connected and informed about rapid transit projects
May 25, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York purchases 58 community projects through newly-enhanced community fund
May 25, 2009 Size, strings and surfaces – “3 S” Guide helps keep children safe
May 22, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York to hold annual emergency exercise on Monday, May 25th
May 21, 2009 Waste vendor
May 21, 2009 Make the Drop
May 21, 2009 YRT survey
May 21, 2009 Fun getaways
May 20, 2009 May is Rabies Awareness Month
May 20, 2009 York Region paramedics display sophisticated skills and training at mock emergency scenario
May 20, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York’s Toilet Rebate program encourages water efficiency in the home
May 19, 2009 Going somewhere? Go active!
May 19, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York to host free Family Fun Day Open House in Town of East Gwillimbury
May 19, 2009 York Region paramedics serve lunch at Trinity United Church
May 19, 2009 Young boy becomes paramedic for a day
May 14, 2009 York Region celebrates with local eating establishments that measure up and Eat Smart!
May 14, 2009 York Region restaurants measure up!
May 14, 2009 York Region restaurants measure up!
May 12, 2009 More person to person flu
May 12, 2009 York Children’s Water Festival makes waves at Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area
May 11, 2009 5,000 Grade 4 students to attend York Children’s Water Festival at Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area
Friday, May 8, 2009 5,000 Grade 4 students to attend York Children’s Water Festival at Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area
May 4, 2009 Ride YRT to Canadas Wonderland all season long
May 5, 2009 Mock emergency exercise
May 4, 2009 York Region completes Transit Project Assessment Process
April 27, 2009 Additional Hepatitis A clinic available tonight in York Region
May 1, 2009 Facts about H1N1 flu virus human swine flu
May 1, 2009 York Region continues H1N1 flu virus (human swine flu) efforts
Apr 30, 2009 Fish debate
Apr 30, 2009 Life is a long journey
Apr 30, 2009 Emerg Prep Week
April 29, 2009 York Region hosts Compost Awareness Week seminars and sale
April 28, 2009 Swine flu identified in York Region
April 27, 2009 York Region potential Hepatitus A exposure risk lowered
April 26, 2009 Potential Hepatitis A exposure within York Region
April 23, 2009 York Region celebrates with local eating establishments that measure up and Eat Smart
April 23, 2009 York Region restaurants measure up!
April 23, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York maintains economic stability
April 23, 2009 York Region approves $1.9 million in YRT, Viva improvements
April 23, 2009 York Works highlights new Sustainable Works! program
April 23, 2009 York Region restaurants measure up!
April 23, 2009 York Region endorses Nutrition Tools for Schools toolkit
April 20, 2009 Planet for Tomorrow Film Festival 2009 screenings continue at The Regional Municipality of York Administrative Centre
April 20, 2009 Seniors to Go! guide helps seniors and senior groups become better prepared for an emergency
April 20, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York celebrates Earth Week with local public school students
April 17, 2009 Go Green! How are you reducing your Ecological Footprint?
April 16, 2009 York Region celebrates with local eating establishments that measure up and Eat Smart!
April 16, 2009 Residents encouraged to discover local businesses and attractions
April 16, 2009 York Region restaurants measure up!
April 16, 2009 Local current events and activities
April 14, 2009 Celebrate Earth Week with York Region’s Spring Forest Festival
Apr 6, 2009 Food safety
Apr 8, 2009 Water surpasses Prov standards
Apr 8, 2008 York Region restaurants measure up - Media Advisory 2
Apr 8, 2009 York Region restaurants measure up - Media Advisory
April 2, 2009 York Region restaurants measure up
April 2, 2009 York Region restaurants measure up
April 2, 2009 York Region restaurants measure up
March 31, 2009 York Region has great successes in building green infrastructure
March 30, 2009 Make the switch: Green Bin compostable bag program coming soon
March 26, 2009 Ontario Budget provides good news for public transit
March 26, 2009 York Regional Council approves plan to commence work on a multi year Community and Health Services plan
March 26, 2009 For Immediate Release April and May are Sustainable Works! months in York Region
March 26, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York joins municipalities worldwide in turning off lights as part of Earth Hour Challenge
March 26, 2009 York Regional Council approves plan to commence work on a multi year Community and Health Services plan
March 26, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York helps housing providers create safer playgrounds and more accessible facilities
March 26, 2009 York Region strengthens commitment to affordable housing
Thursday, March 26, 2009 Fact sheets point to rising low-income family numbers, shifting unemployment rates and the need for a housing strategy
March 24, 2009 York Region recognizes World Tuberculosis Day
Wednesday, March 18, 2009 York Region celebrates with local eating establishments that measure up and Eat Smart!
March 18, 2009 Put your well to the test this spring!
March 18, 2009 York Region encourages residents to celebrate World Water Day by helping to preserve local drinking water
March 16, 2009 Planet for Tomorrow Film Festival screenings continue through 2009 at The Regional Municipality of York Administrative Centre
March 11, 2009 Southbound lane on Yonge Street re-opened near Industrial Parkway South in Town of Aurora
March 11, 2009 Southbound lane restriction on Yonge Street north of Industrial Parkway in Town of Aurora
March 10, 2009 Fuel your active lifestyle with better eating habits
March 6, 2009 York Region issues inspection warning to local restaurants
March 4, 2009 Watermain breaks repaired on Major Mackenzie Drive and Bathurst Street
March 4, 2009 Healthy Lunch Challenge pays off for York Region students
March 2, 2009 Watermain break forces lane reduction on Major Mackenzie Drive between Graham Street and Jackson Street in City of Vaughan
Feb 23. 09 Bathurst to remain closed
Friday, February 20, 2009 Aspiring lawyers compete at annual York Region Secondary School Mock Trial Competition
February 19, 2009 York Region Hospital Capital Funding
Thursday, February 19, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York expands child dental program
February 19,2009 How your 2009 York Region Tax Dollar is Spent
February 19, 2009 YORK REGIONAL COUNCIL APPROVES 2009 POLICE BUDGET
February 19, 2009 York Regional Council approves 2009 Operating Budget for
February 19, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York remains at forefront of protecting
February 19, 2009 2009 Operating Budget Highlights
February 19, 2009 Intersection of Dufferin Street and Wellington Street in Township of King closed through evening rush hour
February 12, 2009 Access restricted on York Region roads in Town of Markham Lane and road closures to affect evening rush hour
February 9, 2009 Dongara celebrates official opening in City of Vaughan
February 6, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York honoured to receive Community Fund Spirit Award from United Way
February 5, 2009 Dongara to celebrate official launch in City of Vaughan
February 4, 2009 Environmental Project Review completed for Yonge subway extension into York Region
February 3, 2009 Still on target to make 2009 the year you quit smoking?
January 30, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York to host consultations for Water and Wastewater Master Plan update in Richmond Hill and Whitchurch-Stouffville
Jan 16, 2009, WWW Mtr Plan consultations
Jan 16, 2009, Film Festival 2009
January 28, 2009 York Region to purchase 3.6 million in social services
January 28, 2009 York Region diversion ranks number 1 among large Ontario municipalities
January 23, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York to develop new tourism strategy to bolster local economy and employment
Jan 22, 2009, Rabies transmission
Jan 22, 2009, WFT rebate program
Jan 19, 2009 - Green economy conference
Jan 15, 2009, Forest walks
Jan 15, 2009, National Env Health Week
January 12, 2009 The Regional Municipality of York to host consultations for Water and Wastewater Master Plan update
Jan 13, 2009, YRT Google maps
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