The town of Markham is recognized as one of the best locations in Canada in which to live, work, play and raise a family. Markham is a blend of four communities – Markham Village, Unionville, Milliken and Thornhill with a population of approximately
268,500 (2005).
Markham has a competitive advantage with its economic strategy called "
Markham 2020" . This is a 10 year economic blueprint what will shape Markham's future as one of Canada's leading communities in the knowledge economy. With this initiative in place, Markham is well-positioned to further define its economic and social prosperity.
Located just north of Toronto, Markham is a growing community with new housing developments and businesses, quality schools, parks and recreational areas. Markham is also known as “Canada’s HIGH-TECH Capital” for its technology companies.
Residents of Markham have superior access to Highways 7 and 407 and are just minutes away from Markville Shopping Centre, four GO train stations, Markham Theatre for Performing Arts, libraries, museums, galleries, the quaint boutiques and restaurants of Old Unionville and Markham Village and numerous golf courses including top-rated Angus Glen public golf course.
