NEWS RELEASE
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK
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When you think of the country or natural green spaces, what comes to mind?
Is it tree-lined roads with rolling hills, animals grazing or big farm fields? Or is it the place you go to hike in the woods or take a stroll through a conservation area?
Whatever it may be, we want to see what you love about York Region!
The theme of this month’s photo contest is favourite countryside activities and agricultural areas.
Show us your photo of your favourite countryside activities and agricultural area in York Region on Instagram using the hashtag #itsyourpicYR for a chance to win a pre-paid Visa Card!
In order to qualify, be sure to make your account public for the duration of the contest. Photos will be highlighted on this page.
The contest runs until Tuesday, July 9, 2019.
View full contest rules and regulations. If a person is featured in your picture, be sure to complete and submit a Photo Release Form.
About the countryside and agricultural area locations:
With increased population and employment growth, we recognize the need to protect natural areas and agricultural lands for future generations. York Region has a wealth of opportunities in the countryside and natural areas for adventure, exploring, learning and family fun.
Forests in York Region include over 29 million trees, 2,100 hectares of the York Regional Forest resulting in $8 million in annual energy savings from reduced building heating and cooling requirements, removal of 3,200 tonnes of air pollution and the equivalent to removing 66,000 vehicles off the road annually or 10 per cent of vehicles in York Region alone.
Agriculture plays a significant role in York Region’s economy, with approximately 700 farms located in the Region. Agriculture in York Region consists of not just farms, but also a thriving agri-food sector, from primary production to food processing and retail, accounting for 11 per cent of total employment in York Region
York Region is one of Canada’s largest municipalities and the second largest business centre in Canada.
The Region is forecast to reach 1,790,000 residents and 900,000 jobs by 2041. We need to manage and direct this growth to build strong, safe and complete communities, while at the same time protecting natural areas and agricultural lands.
Regional staff is currently updating the York Region Official Plan, which will guide the Region’s population and employment growth in accordance with recent provincial direction.
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