November marks the celebration of Hindu Heritage Month. Hindu Heritage Month was first declared in Ontario in 2016 and nationally in 2022. Throughout Hindu Heritage Month, we celebrate the richness of Hindu cultural traditions and the significant contributions of Hindu Canadians across industries such as science, art, medicine, business, education, politics, athletics and much more. Hindu Heritage Month…
Discovering the Richard A. Jarrell Memorial Garden at Thornhill Village Library
The Thornhill Village branch of Markham Public Library is located in a historic house that was first built in 1851. Since 1851, the building has acted as a stable, a grocery store, and a veterinary office before becoming the home of the library in the 1960s. While the Thornhill Village branch is home to many…
We are #GenerationRestoration! Celebrating World Environment Day
First declared by the United Nations Environment Programme in 1973, World Environment Day takes place each year on June 5. Since 1973, World Environment Day has become one of the largest platforms for environmental outreach in the world, with a goal of inspiring individuals, businesses, and governments to work together towards creating a more sustainable…
Celebrating International Trails Day!
The first Saturday in June is designated as International Trails Day – a day meant to celebrate trails and the healthy lifestyles they inspire. Spending time on trails can offer many benefits, both from the physical activity of hiking and from the opportunity to reduce your stress and improve your concentration, focus, and memory through…
Prevent Water Pollution with Young Environmentalist, Nicholas Wong
When eight-year-old Nicholas Wong was assigned a project in science class, he was excited for the chance to research a topic that he has been passionate about for a long time - water pollution. Nicholas first became concerned about water pollution when he was learning about marine animals and the impact of pollution on their…
Celebrating Earth Day 2024!
Earth Day is observed globally on April 22 every year to celebrate our planet and highlight the importance of protecting the environment around us. In 2024, the theme for Earth Day is Planet vs. Plastics. The goal of this theme is to call for a reduction in the consumption and production of plastics in order…
2024 Solar Eclipse
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be visible in parts of Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
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