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Markham: Growing Up in the GTA |
Imagine! Markham, the little town, has grown into a hive of activity. Planned development has expanded Markham to one of the Canada’s fastest growing multicultural communities with a uniquely large Chinese and South Asian population. Markham offers the diversity of city and rural living, which is reflected in its many commercial, residential, multicultural and recreational attractions. Geographically, Markham is located in the northeast quadrant of the Greater Toronto Area. Transportation and commuter travel to downtown Toronto is readily accessible by public transit or several highways such as #7, #48 and the toll-based 407. Back during the 19th century, Markham was home to a number of lucrative and active distilleries and breweries. A noted vibrant, successful entrepreneur and world exporter was The Speight Wagon Works. So, it is not surprising that Markham has kept business in the forefront of its expansion and development. This business-minded community has attracted such companies as Apple, Lucent, Motorola, IBM and ATI and is often referred to as “The High Tech Capital of Canada.” While you are investigating this area we encourage you to tour through the beautiful, vibrant smaller distinctive communities that help make up the Markham community. Unionville, Thornhill, Mount Joy, Milliken and Markham Village are just a few of the attractive residential centres. A sizeable Chinese community allows Markam to offer a unique shopping experience at the Chinese theme mall. Your visit is sure to include an opportunity to explore the cuisine of Asian dining making for a day of international intrigue. Comfortable footware will be a necessity to keep you on your feet for a daylong shopping excursion to the Markville Mall, with its 250 stores. The heritgage streets of Main Street Markham and Unionville come complete with that “old town” feeling. Here you will find the quaint shops of days gone by, preserving the past for those who remember as well as providing insight into the past for young families of today. Whether raising a family, retired, looking for community involvment or just looking for a spirit of community, annual events like the Darknights Nationals, Markham Rib Fest, Old Tyme Christmastime in Unionville, and the Milliken Mills Childrens Festival, await your ideas, enthusiasm and time to support their ongoing success. If you are interested in history and culture, then opportunity unfolds at the Markham Museum, Frederick Horsman Varley Art Gallery and the York Symphony Orchestra. Of special note, the Markham Youth Theatre is completely operated and organized by the youth in the area. Green space in this growing urban centre can be found in upwards of 40 recreational parks, and 11 area golf courses. Sports and leisure activites include teams and clubs for men, women, boys and girls: hockey and baseball, soccer, football, cricket, lawn bowling and aquatics. Come and enjoy Markham, the little town that grew!
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