Tony Van Bynen

Lets celebrate some of Newmarket's Local Talent.

I am proud to say that my good friend and one of Newmarket's well known historians, Robert Terrance (Terry) Carter will be launching his second book "Stories of Newmarket" at Starlight Books in Newmarket on May 18, 2011 @ 7:30 PM

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2011-05-05 Tony Van Bynen

Just the Facts About Your Community

I am pleased to introduce the next product in the "Just the Facts About Your Community" series. The new fact sheet provides an overview of the projected changes in the diversity of York Region residents between 2006 and 2031.

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2011-04-27 Tony Van Bynen's Speaking Notes to York Region Council April 21, 2011

Building a Sustainable Future

We are at an important crossroad for Newmarket. The world around us is changing and how we respond will determine the future we leave for our children & grandchildren.

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2010-10-21 Tony Van Bynen

Remembrance Day - What does it mean for you?

It's a good time to reflect back on the week we commemorated Remembrance Day, each in our own very personal way. I had an opportunity to speak to the students of Sir William Mulock High School. What follows are my comments:

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2009-11-16 Tony Van Bynen

Our Sense of Community. What Does That Mean?

We officially dedicated the naming of Philmore Hamilton Park today. A quiet neighbourhood turnout on an overcast misty Saturday morning said more about our "Sense of Community" than meets the eye. It was more about how people got involved.

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2009-08-28 Tony Van Bynen

The Arts - Alive and Well in Newmarket

Friday May 01, 2009 "Newmarket Celebrates The Arts" marked our very first gala for the arts. I congratulate and thank council for their support in going forward with this initiative. It is an initiative whose time has come.

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2009-05-03 Tony Van Bynen

Turning The Corner In The Budget Process

Here is the distilled version of what has kept me away from my blog. What's ironic is that these issues are all the more reason for me to post updates to keep ypu informed.

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2009-04-20 Tony Van Bynen

The "New Newmarket"

In my annual address the members of the Newmarket Chamber of Commerce, I had the opportunity to discuss Newmarket's Transformation and how it is critical to building the sustainable future we want for our families. I have highlighted some excerpts of my p

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2009-02-22 Tony Van Bynen

The Changing Fabric of York Region

I had the opportunity to speak about how much Newmarket and York Region have changed and continue to change. I have highlighted some excerpts of my presentation and I invite your comments.

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2009-02-15 Tony Van Bynen

Highlights of Council Discussions on Community Issues

On Monday, February 02, 2009 Newmarket Council met as a Committee of the Whole of Council to review and deliberate a number of issues. Highlights of town wide issues have been summarized. I invite your comments.

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2009-02-08 Tony Van Bynen

In My Discussions With Residents I Hear Health Care Is Their Number One Priority

York Region's hospital funding workshop on January 29, 2009 highlighted a number of community needs, concerns and solutions.

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2009-02-01 Tony Van Bynen

Highlights Of Council Discussions On Community Issues

On Monday January 19, 2009 Newmarket Council met as a Committee of the Whole of Council to review and deliberate a number of issues. Highlights of town wide issues have been summarized and I invite your comments

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2009-01-25 Tony Van Bynen

Our Community Is Changing And We Continue To Build Our Sense Of Community

As promised in my inaugural address we are moving forward with our Inclusivity Advisory Committee to continue to build on our sense of community as we grow.

This week's updates are also posted here.

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2009-01-18 Tony Van Bynen