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Markham goes back to nature for flood protection

Markham.ca
July 5, 2019

From nature to industrial, and now back to nature. Join Mayor Frank Scarpitti and the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business & Export Promotion and Member of Parliament for Markham-Thornhill to find out about Markham’s unique approach to flood protection and to building resilient communities.

As part of the Government of Canada’s Disaster Mitigation and Adaption Fund (DMAF), the City of Markham has been awarded a grant for Markham’s Stormwater Management Strategy and Flood Control Program, which includes the Don Mills Channel, West Thornhill and Thornhill Community Centre & Library projects.

The Don Mills Channel industrial area is particularly vulnerable to floods. This project involves reclaiming the flood plain and will help restore it to its natural state.

Past floods in 2005, 2014 and 2017 in Markham have caused significant damage. These infrastructure improvements will help protect vulnerable communities and businesses.

Learn more about Markham’s Stormwater Management Strategy & Flood Control Program: https://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/home/about/city-hall/city-projects-initiatives/current/stormwater-management?utm_source=BenchmarkEmail&utm_campaign=MEDIA_ADVISORY%3a_Markham_to_Announce_Key_Projects_T&utm_medium=email

What:
Markham Flood Control Program -- Federal Funding Announcement & Demonstration

When:
Monday, July 8, 2019, 11:00 a.m. to Noon. Rain or shine

Where:
135 Torbay Road (Woodbine Avenue & Steelcase Road) , Markham, Ontario

Who: