Neighbourhoods

The Flower City - Brampton

Mon, 9 May 2011 22:31:31 +0100

From a settlement in the early 1800s to an officially designated City in 1974, today, Brampton is a diverse, cosmopolitan, and vibrant place to be. From a population of 500 in 1853 to 450,000-plus in 2009, Brampton is Canada’s second fastest growing and the 11th largest city. The Province of Ontario has designated Brampton as an urban growth area and by 2031, the City’s population is expected to grow to 725,000.
Located immediately north of Lester B. Pearson International Airport, Brampton has positioned itself as a global economic contender. Home to more than 8,000 businesses, Brampton enjoys a Triple ‘A’ credit rating by Standard & Poor’s. The City’s major business clusters include manufacturing, retail and wholesale trade. The manufacturing industry remains the largest employer.
In addition to a well-developed economic base, Brampton residents enjoy a high quality lifestyle. It combines big city conveniences with traditional quality of life. It is the first city in the GTA and one of only 10 in North America to be designated an International Safe Community by the World Health Organisation in 2007. Over the years, Brampton has successfully revitalized its flower town heritage to claim the title of Canada’s Flower City. Competing with the likes of Aberdeen, Scotland; Prince George, British Columbia; Stockton-on-Tees, England; Strathcona, Alberta; and Toronto, in 2008, Brampton earned the title of International Communities in Bloom.
Offering more than 6,000 acres of parkland, Brampton provides access to a wide variety of outdoor activities. The City also enjoys a vast inventory of libraries, hospital services, educational facilities, shopping centres and places of worship. People from around the world have come together to live, work, play and pray in this City. Brampton residents represent more than 170 different cultures and speak more than 70 languages.
Brampton is the youngest community in the Toronto census metropolitan area (CMA) with a median age at 33.7 according to the 2006 Census.
The information taken above was taken from the City of Brampton website which has an exhaustive amount of current and archived information which will be a treasure for anyone curious to explore the city of Brampton. The link http://www.brampton.ca/en/Pages/Welcome.aspx should take you to the welcome page the City of brampton website.
Happy Discovering!
Vinod Sharma

The Town of Oakville

Mon, 9 May 2011 22:12:32 +0100

A vibrant and impressive community within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), the Town of Oakville is a beautiful lakeside town with a strong heritage, preserved and celebrated by residents and visitors alike. Founded in 1857, this striking town has become one of the most coveted residential and business centres in Ontario, and for good reason:
■ Great neighbourhoods
■ Great places to do business
■ Quality schools
■ A full-service acute care community hospital
■ Proximity to Lake Ontario and recreational areas
■ Easy access via QEW, 403, 407 and GO Transit
■ Charming shopping districts in the downtown core

This thriving municipality of about 165,000 residents provides all the advantages of a well-serviced urban centre, while also maintaining its small-town ambiance. Along historical downtown streets, Oakville offers a mix of converted 19th century buildings which accommodate over 400 fine shops, services and restaurants.
■ Citizen survey results
■ Information Oakville
■ Your Town 2009 guide
■ Oakville demographics (pdf, 193 kB)
■ Population history (pdf, 43 kB)
■ Population projections (pdf, 36 kB)
■ Population statistics (pdf, 317 kB)
■ Housing statistics (pdf, 26 kB)
■ Frequently asked questions

Destination for both visitors and residents A 30-minute drive from downtown Toronto, and an hour’s drive from the U.S. border, Oakville boasts an $88 million tourism industry, with over 1.4 million visitors annually.
Residents and visitors enjoy theatre, dance, music and comedy performances at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts. They can visit the museum at Erchless Estate, located in the home of the Chisolms, Oakville’s founding family. Other points of interest include galleries, historical societies and local architecture, especially in heritage neighbourhoods.
Among the many special attractions and activities for the whole family, Oakville’s annual Waterfront Festival and Jazz Festival draw crowds from around the GTA. The community also provides plenty of recreational opportunities. Golfers can play at one of seven golf courses, including PGA-recognized Glen Abbey Golf Course, which has hosted the Canadian Open for many years.
Enjoy over 2,400 acres of park space, many with groomed hiking trails, or join a recreation centre which provides programs for all ages. For boaters, Oakville features two picturesque harbours with docks and slips for sail and powerboats.
A place to do business Oakville’s strong and diversified economic base offers an excellent location for both new and expanding businesses. Currently, over 260 national and international corporate headquarters represent automotive, technology, business service, aerospace, pharmaceutical and tourism sectors.
It’s all about quality of life The average household income in Oakville is estimated at $89,000, about $25,000 more than comparable GTA figures. People who live here are proud of the quality of life this great community has to offer. In a recent survey of residents, 86 per cent said Oakville is a better place to live than anywhere else in the GTA. Ideally located in a beautiful natural setting, Oakville offers first-rate facilities and amenities. The outstanding range of lifestyle choices will continue to make this growing community one in which residents and businesses feel a sense of pride and connection.
The information above was taken from http://www.oakville.ca/aboutoakville.htm a page within the City of Oakville website. The website has a lot more information to offer and is a good read for anyone curious about the Town of Oakville. This link http://www.oakville.ca/index.asp will take you to the homepage of the website. And from their click Discover Oakville to see their drop down menu and information about several different aspects of Oakville culture.
Happy Discovering!
Vinod Sharma

Mississauga

Mon, 9 May 2011 21:47:45 +0100

Formed in 1974, Mississauga is now recognized as Canada’s 6th largest and fastest growing major city with a population of 729,000 residents representing cultures from around the world.
Mississauga Is Canada’s Gateway Home to Toronto Pearson International, Canada’s largest airport servicing 32 million passengers on more than 70 airlines with non-stop service to 180 destinations in 60 countries around the globe. Mississauga is also within a day’s drive of North America’s richest markets with access to 164 million consumers.
Mississauga Is Safe Recognized as the safest city in Canada 8 years in a row. Mississauga offers family-oriented sports, leisure & arts facilities with 11 community centres and a vibrant downtown city centre with major retail, office, entertainment and condo living.
Mississauga Is A Corporate Capital With close to 55,000 registered businesses employing more than 425,000, Mississauga is home to 61 Fortune 500 Canadian or major divisional head offices and 50 Fortune Global 500 Canadian headquarters.
Mississauga Is Green We have more than 480 parks & 23 major trail systems including part of a 485 mile (780 km) waterfront trail running from Niagara-on-the-Lake to the Quebec border.
There’s plenty more to discover on the Mississauga.ca website. A great website to any curious minds looking to really research Mississauga before you move in. The link that takes you to the “Discover Mississauga” section is http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/discover
Happy Discovering!
Vinod Sharma