ABOUT THE CITY
The city was incorporated in 1872 and achieved city status in 2019
Richmond Hill is the third-largest city in the York Region and the 27th largest city in Canada. Richmond Hill has seen significant growth since the 1990s, thanks to its strong economy, job opportunities, and the quality of life it provides. The city has a population of 202,000 people, which is an increase of 3.6% since 2016. Over 60% of the population are visible minorities, with over 100,000 residents belonging to this group.