The Old Markham directory.

A staple of Main Street Unionville since 1989 — classic pub fare with fusion touches in the heart of the historic village.

Local pick: A pint on the heritage strip

Fine dining set in a beautifully restored historic schoolhouse on Main Street Unionville — contemporary Canadian cooking with global influences.

Local pick: Contemporary Canadian in an old schoolhouse

Traditional Indian cuisine in a contemporary setting on Main Street Unionville, bringing cultural richness to the village's dining scene.

Local pick: Traditional Indian in a heritage room

A welcoming pub on the historic Main Street of Markham Village — British and pub classics, a patio and a local-hangout feel.

Local pick: A friendly pub on Markham's Main St

The plazas around Cornell Centre and Highway 7 offer a range of casual restaurants and cafés — the everyday dining hub for the Cornell community.

Local pick: A quick family dinner near home

Markham's most charming retail strip — boutiques like Tucci Armadio and Susannah Consignment, galleries and gift shops in preserved 19th-century storefronts.

Local pick: Boutique browsing in old Unionville

The historic Main Street of Markham Village — independent shops, cafés and the setting for the community's beloved seasonal festivals.

Local pick: The old Main Street and its festivals

The retail heart of the new-urbanist Cornell community — grocery, pharmacy, cafés and services along its walkable main streets.

Local pick: Errands in a walkable centre

The plazas along Markham Road serve the established Markham Village neighbourhood with groceries, pharmacy and everyday services.

Local pick: Everyday shopping in the east end

A unique York Region DSB sports-focused secondary school in Unionville, combining academic study with elite athletic development.

Local pick: Elite athletics plus academics

A top-ranked York Region DSB secondary school near Unionville, known for its Regional Arts program and strong academic results.

Local pick: Renowned arts and academic record

A long-established York Region DSB public high school serving Markham Village and the historic east end of the city.

Local pick: The village's historic high school

A York Region DSB JK–8 public elementary at the heart of the walkable Cornell community.

Local pick: A walkable Cornell catchment

A York Region DSB JK–8 public elementary serving the growing Cornell community near the Rouge.

Local pick: A newer east-end elementary

A York Region DSB JK–8 public elementary serving the historic core of Markham Village, within walking distance of Main Street.

Local pick: A neighbourhood school in the old core

A serene pond and park behind Main Street Unionville — walking trails, a boardwalk, picnic spots and the postcard view of the village.

Local pick: A loop around the pond at golden hour

Unionville's public art gallery on Main Street, named for Group of Seven painter F.H. Varley, with a permanent collection and rotating exhibitions.

Local pick: Group of Seven and changing shows

A 25-acre open-air heritage museum on Markham Road — restored historic buildings, a working blacksmith, and seasonal events that bring the area's history to life.

Local pick: The heritage village and steam barn

A large conservation park on the Rouge River in Markham Village — a reservoir, forest and meadow trails, and rich birdwatching close to the old town.

Local pick: Trails along the Rouge

A 129,000-square-foot community centre and library at the heart of Cornell (opened 2012) — aquatics, gyms, fitness and program space for the east end.

Local pick: Pools, gym and the library in one stop

The historic Main Street of Markham Village hosts the community's signature events through the year — music festivals, street fairs and the holiday season.

Local pick: Markham-ville Music Festival in summer