North York is culturally diverse and is one of the most affluent cities in the Greater Toronto Area. With excellent shopping and acres of parkland, this city provides a quiet lifestyle alongside all the conveniences of a larger city.
Yorkdale Shopping Centre and CF Fairview Mall are two of the city's major retail outlets. North York has many shops and boutiques as well as major retailers. Community interests include a YMCA, golf clubs, York University, and the North York Central Library.
City entertainment can be found at Black Creek Pioneer Village and the Ontario Science Centre. There are several golf courses, tennis courts, and a multi-court basketball facility within the city. Also, the Downsview Park Merchants Market is comprised of several venues where you can find everything from home décor and antiques to electronics and a farmer's market.
There are many ways to travel through the city with services including public transit, subway, GO train, and streetcar lines. There are 3 major highways and the Downsview Airport is located off Allen Road.
Nature lovers will enjoy over 4,000 acres of parkland throughout the city. The city's newest park, Lee Lifeson Art Park, is named after Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of the band Rush. This one of a kind park is located near Earl Haig Secondary School and is a great place for music and tranquil creativity.
North York's population exceeds 650,000 and is known as a city with low unemployment rates. Come make your home here in one of Greater Toronto Area's most valued cities.
