Pay it Forward Parking Pilot Project
At the most recent Council meeting, Newmarket Council approved a seasonal “Pay it Forward” parking ticket pilot program to swap parking tickets for courtesy reminders, inviting recipients to pay it forward by donating to Newmarket's Creating Accessible Recreation for Everyone (CARE) fund.

The unique project will educate residents on where they can and can’t park, while still providing enforcement to keep our roadways safe and offer residents a chance to give back too. The pilot project will be rolled out soon and is subject to review in 18 months.

Recognizing Indigenous Land
Council directed staff to work with Indigenous community organizations and members living in Newmarket to create a land recognition statement to be permanently installed on the front of the Town Offices on National Indigenous Peoples Day 2020.

Santa Claus Parade
Kick-off the holiday spirit and welcome Santa Claus to Newmarket at our annual Santa Claus Parade! 

Bundle up and bring your family and friends to see the festive holiday floats, followed by our special guest - Jolly Old St. Nick.

Canada Post will be collecting letters to Santa Claus and sending them to the North Pole, and non-perishable food items will be accepted to help stock the shelves of the Newmarket Food Pantry.

When: Saturday, November 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Eagle Street and Main Street
Information: newmarket.ca/santa
Sponsors: Newmarket Hydro, Newmarket Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Newmarket BIA, Darcy Toombs Broker

Gallery of Festive Heritage Trees
The Elman W. Campbell Museum presents the Gallery of Festive Heritage Trees to celebrate the holiday season. Whether your style is Victorian, Edwardian, or Retro, there's something to inspire everyone!  Free admission (monetary donations are greatly appreciated).

When: November 16 to December 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: Elman W. Campbell Museum (134 Main Street South)

For all other events taking place at the Elman W. Campbell Museum, visit newmarket.ca/museum

Gift Shop Sale Fundraiser at the Museum
Get a jump on your holiday shopping! Find unique gifts, antiques, glassware, holiday decorations, home décor and much more all on sale at the Elman W. Campbell Museum.

Cash only. All proceeds benefit the Elman W. Campbell Museum.

When: November 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Elman W. Campbell Museum (134 Main Street South)
Information: newmarket.ca/museum



Town Hall Tonight with Mayor John Taylor

Join Mayor John Taylor for the first-ever live/virtual Town Hall Meeting where you will get an opportunity to learn more about topics that matter to you and the community. No questions will go unanswered. 

• Opening Reception at 6 p.m. Learn about the Mulock Property, 2020 Budget and more!
• Presentation and Q & A session at 7 p.m. 
  Can’t make it to the event? Town Hall Tonight will be streamed live on the Town’s Facebook page @TownofNewmarket 

When: Thursday, November 21. Reception at 6 p.m. Presentation and Q & A at 7 p.m. 
Where: Old Town Hall (460 Botsford Street) 
Information: newmarket.ca/events

Holiday Craft Workshop
Get into the festive spirit and have fun sewing gingerbread stuffed toys and holly bell decorations (parental assistance required). Try playing with old-fashioned toys and check out our Gallery of Festive Trees! 

When: November 23, from 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Elman W. Campbell Museum (134 Main Street South)
Cost: $5/child (cash at the door)

Pre-register by November 22 at museum@newmarket.ca or call 905-953-5314
*Suitable for ages 3 to 10. Light refreshments and gingerbread treats will be served.*

Newmarket is Committed to Providing High Quality and Safe Drinking Water to our Residents

Due to the recent news about levels of lead found in municipal water systems, the Town of Newmarket would like to remind residents that Newmarket DOES NOT have any lead pipes in the Town’s water distribution system.
 
The Town regularly conducts water tests, including samples for lead, annually as required by the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) to ensure that we continue to provide safe and high-quality water to our residents. 

In 2019, our samples for lead displayed concentrations of less than or equal to 0.0005mg/L (the lowest detectable limit), which is well below the standard set out by the Province of Ontario (0.01mg/L) and Health Canada’s maximum acceptable concentration (0.005mg/L). 
 
When conducting repairs and replacements to the municipal water distribution system, there have been no records of lead pipe having been discovered within the Town’s infrastructure. Lead pipes on private property were banned for use in 1975. Residents who are concerned about lead pipes on their private property, can contact the Town of Newmarket by calling 905-895-5193.
 
For more information on lead sample testing and requirements set out by the Province of Ontario and the Safe Drinking Water Act 2002, please visit the Town’s frequently asked questions webpage about lead in water.
 

Newmarket Introduces the NewRoads Performing Arts Centre (Formerly Newmarket Theatre)

The Town of Newmarket is thrilled to announce a multi-year partnership with The NewRoads Automotive Group which will help drive the Town’s arts and culture community forward in 2020 and beyond. Recognizing its sponsorship commitment, the Newmarket Theatre will be renamed the NewRoads Performing Arts Centre.

Significant renovations are focused on transforming the lobby into a modern reception space that will welcome theatre-goers and provide a destination for special events.

The newly renovated NewRoads Performing Arts Centre will be unveiled at a Grand Re-opening in early 2020.  In addition to its modern aesthetic and function, residents can look forward to more great acts.

Information: newmarket.ca/theatre

The Perfect Gift for Art Lovers
This year you can give the gift of art and support our local art community at once. In the name of his mentor and notable Newmarket artist, Frederick Hagan, multi-disciplinary artist, Ted Fullerton, has donated original lithograph prints of Sun Rise to the Town.

The one-of-a-kind pieces are hand-printed, signed and valued at $1,800 per print unframed. In time for the holidays, a limited quantity is available for sale at a price of $475 plus tax with 100 per cent of sales benefiting gallery programs at Old Town Hall.

To purchase a print, learn more about lithography printing and watch a video with Ted Fullerton on how Sun Rise was created, visit newmarket.ca/tedfullerton.