Child critically injured in Markham, Ont., house fire: police

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MARKHAM - Police in York Region say a child was critically injured in a residential fire in Markham, Ont.

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MARKHAM – Police in York Region say a child was critically injured in a residential fire in Markham, Ont.

They say first responders rushed to the scene in the area of 16 Avenue and 9 Line shortly after 12 p.m. Friday.

Police initially said the home was evacuated and no injuries were reported. 

A York Regional Police patch is shown Dec, 19, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Arlyn McAdorey
A York Regional Police patch is shown Dec, 19, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Arlyn McAdorey

But in an update on social media, police say firefighters who were clearing the home found a child inside.

Police say the child was taken to a hospital in life-threatening condition. 

They say roads will remain closed in the area as the fire investigation continues.  

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 2, 2026. 

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