Re-Elect Ritch Lau for Ward 2 Markham
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Official page of Ritch Lau Re-Election Campaign (Ward 2 Markham) After completing high school in St. He also holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
Born in Hong Kong and immigrated to Canada in 2000 when he was 14, Ritch currently lives in Markham with his wife Loretta and his daughter Leia. Andrew's College and York Mills Collegiate Institute, he graduated from the University of Toronto Scarborough with an Honours Specialist Degree in Mental Health Studies. Ritch speaks English, Mandarin and his mother tongue Cantonese. Before running for co
It’s official! I’ve submitted my application and I’m excited to announce that I’m running for re-election!
Serving our community has been one of the greatest honours of my life, and I’m ready to keep working hard for the people of Ward 2.
This campaign is about our neighbourhoods, our families, and our shared future. I’d be grateful to have you on the team.
Join us by donating, volunteering, or helping spread the word. Let’s do this together! 💪
05/12/2026
Today, I officially submitted my application and registered as a candidate for re-election as Ward 2 Councillor for the City of Markham.
It has been an honour to serve our community, and I’m excited to continue working hard for residents, families, seniors, and local businesses across Ward 2. There is still more to do, and I’m ready to keep fighting for a stronger, safer, and more connected Markham.
A special thank you to my wife, Loretta, for her constant love, encouragement, and support throughout this journey. I couldn’t do this without you ❤️
I look forward to connecting with residents over the coming months and earning your continued trust and support.
What a day! 🍔💛
Spent McHappy Day volunteering at the McDonald’s on Highway 7 and Warden in Markham, serving burgers, coffee, and plenty of smiles — all for a cause that truly matters.
From the lunchtime rush to the laughs with residents and teammates (and yes… no dropped coffees ☕️😄), it was a full day of community spirit and good vibes.
Proud to support families through Ronald McDonald House Charities and the Family Room at Markham Stouffville Hospital. If you’d like to help too, you can donate here:
https://ronaldmcdonaldhousetoronto.ca/our-family-rooms/markham-stouffville-hospital
Happy McHappy Day — see you next year! 🍟✨
Great turnout at our Crime & Safety Townhall this past weekend 🙌
A big thank you to York Regional Police, Deputy Mayor Michael Chan, YRDSB Chair Ron Lynn, our Neighbourhood Watch groups, community leaders, and all the residents who came out to listen, ask questions, and be part of the conversation.
Crime rates are down, but we won’t stop here — let’s keep working together to stay proactive, support one another, and continue building a safer community for everyone.
🌎✨ Earth Month Recap + Youth Science Exhibition Highlights ✨🌱
What an inspiring month in the City of Markham! From celebrating our planet to showcasing the next generation of innovators, this Earth Month was full of energy, ideas, and community spirit 💚
A huge shoutout to Cliff from Vibrant Markham Foundation for his continued leadership and dedication to building a greener, more sustainable future for our city 👏
We were also blown away by the creativity and passion from our young scientists! Special recognition to Preston and Ocean for their outstanding project—your curiosity and commitment to making a difference give us so much hope for the future 🌟🔬
Moments like these remind us that real change starts locally—and together, we can build a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable Markham 🌿
04/20/2026
City of Markham Environmental Services will hold its annual compost giveaway over the first two weeks of May.
Registration is scheduled to open on April 22, 2026 (Earth Day) at https://cityofmarkham.perfectmind.com/
Residents will need to register online to pick up two free bags of compost at one of the events listed below:
Pick up location and date
-May 6 (Wednesday) Angus Glen Community Centre
-May 8 (Friday) R.J Clatworthy Arena
-May 9 (Saturday) East Markham Operations Yard
-May 13 (Wednesday) Angus Glen Community Centre
-May 15 (Friday) R.J Clatworthy Arena
-May 16 (Saturday)East Markham Operations Yard
One registration per household (two bags per registration), Spaces are limited on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents are able to cancel and re-register for a different day if spots are available, and events are rain or shine.
Register now: https://cityofmarkham.perfectmind.com
And apply on April 22, 2026!
04/18/2026
Councillor Ritch Lau, Deputy Mayor Michael Chan, and York Regional Police will co-host a Community Safety & Crime Prevention Town Hall on Sunday, April 26, from 2:00–3:30 PM at King Square Shopping Centre (3rd Floor, FCCM Centre).
Superintendent Chirag Bhatt will provide the latest updates on arrests and share insights into local crime trends. The YRP Community Services team will also present practical tips residents can use to improve home security and prevent crime.
The event will include a dedicated Q&A session, giving residents the opportunity to speak directly with police officers about the issues that matter most to them. You are encouraged to submit your questions in advance using the following Google Form: https://forms.gle/1FndBSxvezJUHTaq8.
04/18/2026
York Regional Police have concluded Project Fortis, a four-month investigation into residential break-and-enters across York Region, resulting in 33 individuals charged and over $2 million in stolen property recovered. If you experienced a break-in between November 2025 and March 2026, I encourage you to review the recovered items and see if any belong to you. Read more below.
https://www.yrp.ca/en/Modules/News/index.aspx?newsId=e3b02259-9cc3-4bec-a355-d723f88edc39
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