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Burlington has a charm all its own. Situated on Lake Ontario between Toronto and Niagara, 193,000 call this home. We are fortunate to enjoy good weather, strong arts and sports communities, low crime, and active volunteers of all ages. Many communities and neighbourhoods contribute to the overall appeal of Burlington. Here are highlights of a few.

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Aldershot

Nestled between the Niagara Escarpment and the Burlington Bay, this urban village is one of the earliest established areas in Burlington. Modest to magnificent housing, fabulous parks, and the Royal Botanical Gardens combine with public transportation to make this a community offering everything you need.


Alton

Alton is located north of Dundas Street, between Walker’s Line and Appleby Line, with easy access to the 407 ETR.   This developing neighbourhood is home to the Haber Recreation Centre, the Alton Branch of the Burlington Public Library and Dr. Frank J. Hayden Secondary School. Norton Community Park is packed with amenities, making it an amazing place to take the family for some outdoor fun!


Brant Hills

This family-oriented community is full of meandering streets and convenient to Brant Street and Upper Middle Road. Home to Brant Hills Community Centre and Library, parks and open space are located throughout.


Downtown

A great walking community with a lovely mix of old and new housing. Home to City Hall and the Burlington Performing Arts Centre, downtown Burlington features unique shops and restaurants, and the beautiful Spencer Smith Park on Lake Ontario.


Elizabeth Gardens

Elizabeth Gardens is a unique community in southeast Burlington, east of Appleby Line, close to the lake and bordering Oakville. This community was mostly established in the 1960’s and 70’s and is home to a number of elementary schools-a great location to raise a family.


Headon Forest

The Headon Forest community began construction in the 1980’s, between Walker’s Line and Guelph Line. A hydro corridor multi-use path runs diagonally through the neighbourhood. Headon Forest is close to all amenities including parks and schools, making this community very convenient for families.


Kilbride

Kilbride is a beautiful rural community surrounded by rolling farmland and the escarpment. Travel north on Brant Street past Cedar Springs to enjoy the views, quiet and tranquility in this area of Burlington.


Lowville

Lowvillians are a unique collection of individuals, with homes and gardens as unique as we are. Our hamlet’s history is important to us. Twelve Mile Creek winds through the valley and Lowville Park. We are loyal …to who we are, the natural environment around us, and to each other. We take care of each other! Most people didn’t plan to live here…they stumbled upon it and fell in love with Lowville.


Maple

The Maple community runs along Maple Avenue, within walking distance of Spencer Smith Park, Beachway Park, and many of the gems in the downtown core. This community is home to Maple Park, the Mapleview Centre, and is close to Joseph Brant Hospital and the Joseph Brant Museum.


Millcroft

This active neighbourhood began in the late 1980s, known for its mix of large family homes and freehold or condo townhomes and bungalows. Built around the Millcroft Golf Course, this community is just north of the Tansley Woods Community Centre and Library.


Mountainside

This friendly neighbourhood is full of bungalows on meandering streets. Mountainside Outdoor Pool, Splash Park and Arena are convenient locations for year-round fun.


Orchard

The Orchard is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. This area enjoys many walking trails for the whole family due to their close proximity to Bronte Creek Provincial Park.


Palmer

Palmer is a family friendly neighbourhood centrally located between Upper Middle Road and the QEW. This community was mostly constructed in the late 1990’s. Enjoy easy access to all the great amenities Burlington provides!


Roseland

This beautiful neighbourhood was first developed in 1925. Full of stately homes and tree lined streets, it is a great area for walking and cycling and is home to the Roseland Tennis Club.


Shoreacres

The Shoreacres community is east of Walker’s Line and south of New Street, bounded by Appleby Line to the east. This walkable neighbourhood features mature trees and large private lots and homes. Shoreacres is home to the historic Paletta Lakefront Park and Mansion, located on the shore of Lake Ontario.


Tyandaga

Rolling tree-lined streets are great for walking and filled with two storey homes. Great parks and the city-owned Tyandaga Golf Course make this community one of the greenest in Burlington.