Unionville

Unionville is a perfect blend of the past and the present, with a wonderful selection of shops, restaurants and galleries. The historical storefronts and residential properties of historical significance also make Unionville an excellent place to spend the day. The appeal of Unionville also continues to be a popular venue for filmshoots. Whether you decide to stroll through the park and sit by the stream while you watch the water fountain or stroll down Main Street as you browse through shops, you will always find lots to do in Unionville.

The origins of the village the back to 1794 when a group of settlers of German origin settled along the banks of the Rouge River in Markham.

In 1854, the village was officially named Unionville, possibly in honour of the Act of Union of 1841 uniting Upper and Lower Canada.