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Markham
ℹ️Practical info — Markham
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- A car is the most practical way to get around, though York Region Transit (YRT) connects major hubs.
- Unionville's Main Street preserves a historic 19th-century feel; park outside the main strip as spots fill up fast.
- Traffic on Highway 7 can be very congested during rush hour; use toll route 407 if you are in a hurry and willing to pay.
- The city has a huge Asian population, meaning you will find bilingual signs in English and Chinese in many commercial areas.
🍽 Food
Markham has arguably the best authentic Chinese food in Canada; find massive dim sum halls along Highway 7.
Stop by First Markham Place or Pacific Mall for freshly baked pineapple buns and egg tarts.
Enjoy traditional Canadian and British pub food in the historic brick buildings of Main Street Unionville.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
North America's largest indoor Asian mall, packed with small vendor booths selling electronics, cosmetics, and snacks.
Stroll down this scenic street for boutique clothing, local crafts, and artisanal candies.
A recently renovated major shopping center featuring popular fashion and lifestyle brands.
A 33-hectare park in Unionville with a scenic pond, wetlands, and peaceful walking trails.
Head to the Markham sections of this massive park for hiking and birdwatching in a protected natural setting.
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Markham, located in York Region just north of Toronto, is regarded as 'Canada's High-Tech Capital' and hosts the highest concentration of high-technology companies in the country. The city was founded in 1794 by William Berczy and was originally an agricultural settlement of German immigrants. Geographically, Markham spans fertile farmland within the watersheds of the Rouge River and the Don River. Historically, the village of Unionville, now a part of Markham, is famous for its well-preserved 19th-century architecture. Today, over 1,500 high-tech and life science companies, including IBM, AMD, and Honda Canada, maintain their headquarters or significant operations in Markham. The city is also known for its vast ethnic diversity, particularly its large Asian-Canadian community. With the Markham Museum and the annual Markham Fair, the city preserves its historical agricultural roots despite rapid urbanization.
- Location: Canada
- Top sights: Milne Dam Conservation Park · Milliken Park · Rouge Valley Trail
- Nearby: St. Catharines (15 km)
- Population: ~338.503 (2025)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -6 | -6 | -1 | 5 | 12 | 18 | 22 | 21 | 17 | 10 | 3 | -3 |
| Rain mm | 52 | 47 | 52 | 66 | 67 | 66 | 65 | 56 | 59 | 70 | 64 | 60 |
Geography
Facts
- Markham was established in 1794 by William Berczy.
- Over 1,500 tech companies are headquartered in the city.
- The city has Canada's highest concentration of Asian residents.
- The Markham Fair has been held annually since 1844.
- Historic Unionville is a popular filming location for movies.
- IBM Canada maintains its largest campus in the country here.
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Sights in the town Markham (10)
Twiga Zoomo
A zoo in Markham, suitable for families and children to see animals.
Discovery Zone🎡 recreation
Discovery Zone is an indoor theme park in Markham, offering play areas and activities for children.
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