In recent years, Vaughan has captured the number one spot in a myriad of rankings that showcase it’s excellence in livability and job creation. What started out as a small town with few inhabitants turned into a flourishing city through continuous inflow of people from all walks of life. Diversity is evident everywhere; only 19 thousand businesses exist here but they employ an astounding 227 thousand people! And if you want to own property or land, there will always be availability due to the skyrocketing housing developments these past few years.
Vaughan has something special to offer every person who lives there. It’s got schools, hospitals, parks and some beautiful neighbourhoods. It also has plenty of entertainment options if you’re looking for things to do when you’re not working or going to school.
Healthcare & Education.
One of the latest additions to the City of Vaughan’s Healthcare Network is the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital. Opened in 2021, this will be the first public hospital in town and only part of one of Canada’s 2 Mackenzie Healthcare Hospitals – marking it as Canada’s First Smart Hospital. This new technology isn’t restricted to just patient care – it also includes a new smart tech system that has been integrated into every single aspect of medical treatment, including diagnostic tools and pharmaceuticals which will allow doctors to provide creative treatments for patients while keeping them connected at all times.
There are many great school options in Vaughan. For instance, there are over 100 public and 50 private elementary and high schools (Check out our recent blog post Vaughan: A Great Place to Raise a Family for more info). To find comprehensive lists of each type of school you can go to either the York Region Catholic District School Board or the Ministry of Education – Private school contact information.
Greenspace.
Local greenspace is plentiful in Vaughan. You’ll find all sorts of things to do while lounging or playing-even hiking! There are 273 playgrounds, 18 splash pads, 73 basketball courts, 58 baseball diamonds, 150 soccer fields and 130 tennis courts. Head on over to the City of Vaughan’s website for a complete list of park amenities.
There’s even three awesome parks;
- Boyd Conservation Park
- Bindertwine Park
- Sonoma Heights Community Park!
Hikers who love exploring new trails will love the Great Walks of Vaughan. Not only does this area offer information about hiking but also other activities you might enjoy when visiting such as events or eating at local restaurants. For those who would like to hike but aren’t sure which path they’d like to take, check out the guide we created detailing all possible hikes!
Vibrant residential communities
Vaughan offers residents a great work/life balance. It’s no surprise that so many people have moved to the area. It makes sense that this vibrant community would also have a vibrant residential strand.
Vaughan is home to five communities: Woodbridge, Maple and Thornhill. Vaughan, home to nearly 341,000 people, is the fifth largest city in the Greater Toronto Area and 17th in Canada. It has a growing trend that shows no sign of slowing down. It is home to an extremely diverse population that contributes to the unique cultural mosaic that makes this region so special.
Get inspired by The Best Neighborhoods in Vaughan to Buy a Home for some insights into popular communities. We’ve looked at East Woodbridge, Kleinburg and Sonoma Heights as well as Mackenzie Ridge Ambassador Hills, Columbus Trail, and Mackenzie Ridge Ambassador Hills.
The award-winning business climate here has been recognized by various publications.
In 2016, Canadian Business gave Vaughan the top spot on its rankings of Canada’s Most Lucrative Places for Business, highlighting that the diverse, rapidly-growing city provides plenty of opportunities for companies seeking a new market.
That same year, an article by York Region noted Vaughan had placed eighth nationwide and second in Ontario, in the Best Places for Business in Canada, a ranking of the country’s top 25 communities, according to surveys done by Canadian Business and PROFIT magazines.
These beautiful properties are available for purchase in Vaughan. Be sure to check out our most recent blog post 5 Things you Should Know Before You Move to Vaughan.
