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The Origin of Markham's Name
Markham was named after William Markham, a friend of John Graves Simcoe who was the Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada, as a sign of respect and admiration.

Markham's Status as a HighTech Hub
Markham is known as the hightech capital of Canada because it is home to more than 1,500 technology and life sciences companies.

The Diversity in Markham
Markham is one of the most culturally diverse cities in Canada, with over half the population being of visible minority and over 65 languages spoken in the city.

Renowned Markham Theatre
Markham has a renowned local theatre, the Flato Markham Theatre, which holds performances yearround in a variety of genres such as drama, dance, music, comedy, and family entertainment.

Miles of Parkland
The city has more than a hundred parks with ball diamonds, soccer pitches, and picnic areas, totaling over 2,000 acres of parkland.

World's Largest Indoor Carousel
The Pride of Canada Carousel, located in Downtown Markham, is the world's largest indoor carousel with 44 rideable sculptures, all uniquely Canadian.

Varied Architectural Styles
Markham showcases a variety of architectural styles, from heritage properties reflecting early 19th century styles to modern, chic condominiums.

Toronto Buttonville Municipal Airport
Markham is home to the Toronto Buttonville Municipal Airport, one of Canada’s top 10 busiest airports by aircraft movements.

Modern Markham Library
The Markham Public Library has over four million items in its collection, including books, DVDs, eBooks, and digital resources, serving the community's diverse linguistic and cultural needs.

Unique Public Art
Markham is enriched by more than 25 pieces of public art throughout the city, each one telling a story about Markham’s people, culture and history.

City’s Nickname
The city has fondly earned the nickname 'Silicon Valley North' due to the tremendous growth of its tech sector.

Ribfest
Every summer, Markham hosts Ribfest, a threeday event dedicated to barbecued ribs, featuring live music, craft beer, and local vendors.

Markham Museum
The Markham Museum offers exhibitions, events, and programs that tell the story of Markham's 200year history.

First Municipality in Canada to Ban Smoking
Markham was the first municipality in Canada to completely ban smoking in public places, implementing this rule in May 1998.

Markham Fair
Every fall, Markham hosts one of Canada's oldest and largest country fairs, the Markham Fair, dating back to 1844.

Highland Creek
The highland creek, a prominent watershed in Markham, stretches 38 kilometres and flows into Lake Ontario.

Markham's Green Initiatives
City of Markham has a number of environmental initiatives such as the Greenprint Sustainability Plan and is a part of the Partners for Climate Protection program committed to reducing greenhouse gases.

Education in Markham
Markham is home to the campus of Seneca College, which provides diverse educational programs for local and international students.

Markham’s Skyscrapers
Markham boasts a unique skyline with two of its tallest buildings, the Markham Centre and the Aviva Canada building stretching over 12 floors each.

Icewine in Markham
Gallucci Winery in Markham is a popular local winery, renowned for its awardwinning Icewine, a dessert wine made from grapes naturally frozen on the vine.

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