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May 2024 |
Markham-Unionville
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Pleased to announce that our government is investing $30 million in the York Region District School Board to build a new Angus Glen South Elementary School. The school will provide local families with 638 elementary student spaces and 48 licenced child care spaces.
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Grateful to join the St. Maurice and St. Verena Coptic Orthodox Church community for Orthodox Easter Eve Liturgy. May the blessings of the Resurrection fill your hearts and homes with joy, hope, and renewed strength.
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Thanks to all the staff and patrons of the McDonald’s for your support at McHappy Day. Part of the proceeds sold from all food and beverages will be donated to the Ronald McDonald Room at Markham Stouffville Hospital.
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Celebrated Toronto Chung Wah Chinese School’s 40th Anniversary at their Outstanding Chinese Education Contribution Award Gala. Kudos for their commitment and passion to carry forward the Chinese culture and education to the younger generations for the past 40 years.
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Congratulations to the Knights’ Tai-Chi Class on their 10th anniversary. Their dedication and leadership in nurturing a culture of well-being as part of our heritage are truly commendable.
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I am glad to have Victoria from Markham-Unionville to serve as a Page in the legislature recently. Thank you Victoria for your outstanding service and her teachers and parents for their support.
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Stakeholders
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Had a meaningful meeting with Ms Lavallee, CEO of Evergreen Hospice. Evergreen offers invaluable support services to individuals and families in Markham-Unionville and beyond who are facing life-threatening illnesses, caregiving challenges, or the loss of loved ones. Their compassionate work truly makes a difference in our community.
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Incredible performance by the Aurora Music and Performing Arts Group at their “Mother’s Love Warms the Land of Markham” event! This show was a beautiful tribute for Mother’s Day.
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Queen’s Park
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In my Member’s Statement, I was delighted to share with the House a heartwarming celebration of Mother’s Day this year with a Special Certificate to recognize the outstanding mothers in Markham-Unionville
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Provincial Updates
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Delivering on our promise to parents to get students Back To Basics & focused on skills that will lead to good-paying jobs, our Government is restricting cell phones usage during instructional time & banning vapes from schools.
Click here for more information
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Our government is strengthening penalties for drivers convicted of stunt driving.
We are introducing legislation that would ensure anyone convicted of stunt driving receives a minimum mandatory licence suspension – one year for a first conviction, three years for a second conviction and a lifetime suspension for a third conviction.
Click here for more information
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Ontario government is investing up to $1.5 million in the EnAbling Change Program this year to support not-for-profits, municipalities, and other organizations across the province that are developing and implementing innovative initiatives to make Ontario accessible to people of all abilities. Applications are open now until June 27, 2024.
Click here for more information and application.
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Upcoming Events
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Exciting Events Ahead!
June – Senior Volunteers Award
June – Father’s Day
June – Canada Day Lawn Signs
June – Summer Queen’s Park Tour
July / August – Landscaping Award
October – MPAC Workshop: Understanding How Properties are Assessed
November – Fall Queen’s Park Tour
December – Christmas Meet & Greet Booth
December – Holiday Spirits Award
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Learn about other funding opportunities available from the Government of Ontario HERE.
For Provincial Updates, please visit: https://www.billypangmpp.ca/
Let’s stay connected! My community office is here to serve you and the residents of Markham-Unionville, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
Billy Pang, MPP
Markham-Unionville
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