Markham, a municipality of more than 345,000 residents centrally located in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), is home to over 400 corporate head offices and more than 1,100 high tech and life science companies. Founded in the 1790s, today Markham is Canada’s most diverse community, enjoys a rich heritage, outstanding community planning and services, and a vibrant local economy. Markham has received the Excellence Canada Gold Award for Organizational Quality & Healthy Workplace, and multiple heritage and environmental awards. Old Markham Village and Unionville host numerous cultural events each year and has excellent shops and dining. For more information about Markham or homes for sale click trhe links www.markham.ca