Oshawa
Located at the eastern end of the Greater Toronto Area, Oshawa is a vibrant community, full of opportunity. Oshawa is home to one of the finest colleges in Ontario, an airport, a well-equipped harbor on the Great Lake system, a state-of-the-art hospital, attractive shopping centers, and new sports, recreational and cultural complexes. The city has developed to meet the needs of its growing and prosperous population.
Oshawa is home to the Canadian headquarters and Regional Engineering center of General Motors of Canada Limited. There is much industrial success to the city of Oshawa, and is an ideal destination for business and commercial interests.
Despite the industrial strength of the city, there is serenity about it, as it has many parks and rural areas. One does not need to travel far to take a breather from the bustling city life. Residents are able to enjoy the benefits of "big city life" while avoiding the normally associated high costs and congestion.
Oshawa is merely a 50 kilometer trip to Toronto, therefore residents are able to enjoy all that Downtown Toronto has to offer. Oshawa's location is also convenient for those who wish to venture into the rural, and vacationing areas of Haliburton, and the Kawartha's.
Recreational activities in the city are abundant, and the city has its own OHL team; the Oshawa Generals. There is an annual Waterfront Festival, which kicks off the city's week long Fiesta. The festival attracts more than 100,000 people each year.
There is a full range of housing available in Oshawa. Established neighborhoods in the city core have been handsomely renewed and upgraded over the years. Low density single family homes are the most common housing developments one would find in Oshawa, and the prices are attractive as well, being 40% less than housing costs in neighboring Toronto.
Oshawa is an all-in-one city - it has something for everyone.
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The city of Pickering offers a unique blend of rural and urban Ontario, lying 40 kilometers east of downtown Toronto. The historically designated village of Whitevale, as well as other quaint villages that lie north of the city offer a look a the pastoral qualities of the area, that are still only minutes away from wide variety of shopping, and entertainment.
Pickering is located along the shores of Lake Ontario, which offers not only scenic views but a wide range of recreational and business opportunities as well. Pickering's waterfront is home to Frenchman's Bay; a unique asset to the Great Lakes system, and a designated Environmentally Significant Area. In the Bay there is a rich diversity of vegetation and wildlife that spreads across 85 hectares, for you to discover. The city boasts over 220 hectares of groomed parkland, and has two conservation areas within its borders. For those who enjoy the outdoors, there is not a shortage of areas to explore.
Pickering is a city that is also very involved in arts and culture, and encourages the efforts of local artists. The city has an annual event called "Experience Art", where local artists can display their work at the Pickering Civic Complex. If dramatic arts are more to your liking, Pickering's parks are put to good use when the sun goes down as local theatre groups present many productions under the stars. The city also has the Pine Ridge Art Council which is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to enhancing the quality if life within the community, through the development of the arts.
Pickering also has an advisory committee on Race Relations and Equity, made of municipal leaders, cultural associations, students, and various representatives from all areas of the city. The committee works together to promote racial and ethnic harmony throughout the city.
The housing market in Pickering is much like any other larger city. There is a variety of dwellings, from waterfront condos and apartments, and starter homes to larger executives.
No matter how large or small your family or business, Pickering has something to meet all of your needs.
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Scarborough was incorporated as a township in 1850 and then included as part of Metropolitan Toronto when it was formed in 1953. It was named after Scarborough, England by Elizabeth Simcoe, the wife of John Graves Simcoe, the first lieutenant governor of Upper Canada. Much of the area of Scarborough was settled by suburban housing developments in the last third of the 20th century. Scarborough residents have developed their own unique culture and sense of humor as evidenced by such native "Scarberians" as Mike Myers, and The Barenaked Ladies.
Scarborough is a major city center and is part of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Downtown Toronto is only 30 minutes away, and is easily accessible through the area's transit system. Scarborough is the home of Ontario's only elevated rapid transit line; the Scarborough RT is a light rail public transit system that uses linear induction technology.
It is home to the University of Toronto at Scarborough, it is the only UofT campus to offer a Bachelor of Business Administration. The campus has also begun to offer joint programs with Centennial College in journalism, new media, and paramedicine. All co-op programs for the university are run out of the Scarborough campus. Scarborough also boats numerous public, private, and Catholic schools.
There is no lack of specialty stores, and shopping outlets; The Scarborough Town Center is the areas premier shopping center, with over 220 stores, that has something for everyone. For those who enjoy the arts, the Scarborough musical theatre offers up performances of classical musicals, and new productions that are enjoyable for the whole family. Being so close to downtown Toronto, residents are able to take advantage of all of the events, arts, and fine dining that the downtown core has to offer. Scarborough is home to The Metro Toronto Zoo, where there is always much to see and do.
Housing in Scarborough is par with the Toronto market, and there are many options for those who would prefer apartment or condominium living.
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The capital of Ontario is the central hub for the entire province. It is also the centre of business as many corporations have their head offices in the province's capital. There is a wealth of services available for business meetings and travelers.
Toronto is a multicultural city made up of more than 80 ethnicities and 100 languages. Districts have been created by different multicultural groups, so taking a trip to China, Italy, or Greece is merely a "TTC" ride away.
Toronto boasts some of the best dining the world has to offer, there is something for every palate with an abundance of international cuisine, as well as a home grown flair. Toronto is also a shopping mecca with international flair, from specialty boutiques, to unique retailers to sprawling shopping centres. There is something for everyone's style and budget.
Fun for the family in Toronto is readily available. There is the Royal Ontario Museum, The Science Center, the CN Tower, SkyDome, Ontario Place, the Toronto Zoo, and numerous venues for entertainment. There are also miles of waterfront, beaches, boardwalks, and trails waiting to be explored or enjoyed with a leisurely walk.
Toronto is the undisputed entertainment capital of Canada - in large part due to the wealth of lavish Broadway-style musicals, homegrown productions, traveling road shows and classical concerts being staged at any given time. We encourage you to discover for yourself the quality of productions and talent in Toronto - it's nothing short of world-class. There are year round international film festivals, culture, music, and more.
One need not travel far for post secondary education while living in Toronto. The University of Toronto first opened its doors in 1843, followed by York University, Ryerson Polytechnic University and a number of community colleges.
Condo living in Toronto offers a simplistic lifestyle. Great views of the city, Lake Ontario, and inclusive recreational facilities are at your disposal. For new condominium developments pricing ranges anywhere from $130,000 to million dollar condos, that offer the most in luxurious living.
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Whitby
The town of Whitby is situated on the north shore of Lake Ontario in Durham Region, and is only 30 minutes from Downtown Toronto. Whitby is often referred to as Durham's Business Center, and it is no wonder as to why. The city has a strong and diverse industrial base that covers a range of industries. It is also home to many head offices for national and international companies.
Although Whitby is a town that is moving ahead to meet the needs of its residents, it also strives to keep the architectural history of the town in tact.
There is also a vast amount of park and recreational land for residents or visitors to explore and enjoy. Whitby's Rotary Park serves as a great venue for live musical performances, enjoy the music under a canopy of stars. The Civic Recreation Complex is a state of the art facility offering the best in cardio and fitness equipment, programming and fitness classes. The facility also features a 25 metre pool, water slide, jet training pool and sauna. On a grander scale, the Iroquois Park Sports Centre, Canada's largest municipal sports centre, is a year round facility where the whole family can participate in sports that include swimming, hockey, tennis, soccer, baseball, lacrosse and more. Sports teams and organizations host tournaments, special events, conferences or trade shows. Located adjacent to the Sports Centre is Port Whitby Marina, one of the finest recreational harbours on Lake Ontario.
Whitby is also home to Cullen Gardens and Miniature Village; a celebration of gardens, great food, and family fun. Cullen Gardens offer year round enjoyment for all ages.
First class living conditions add to the impressive lifestyle where residents can enjoy the natural beauty of lakeside settings and acres of open space. Well established communities offer all amenities; schools, shopping, recreational facilities, and public transit. Whitby has an excellent highly developed standardized public education system. In addition, private schools in Whitby offer the optimum in education. Durham College provides top quality programming within a modern applied learning environment.
The average cost of housing in Whitby ranges from $150,000 to $300,000, and are predominantly detached single family homes. There is also a variety of other properties available in Whitby; condos, apartments, and executive homes, offer something to meet everyone's budget and lifestyle.
The residents of the Town of Whitby enjoy a sense of community and a lifestyle characterized by a small-town atmosphere, yet with the sophistication and amenities of a large urban center.
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