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Jefferson Richmond Hill

History of Jefferson Richmond Hill

During the 1840s this particular neighbourhood gained recognition, as Jefferson. The Jefferson family played a role in establishing themselves as settlers in the area having arrived from Yorkshire, England in the 1830s.

The name “Jefferson” can be traced back to William Thomas Jefferson, who set up a store on his familys land at Lot 59 Concession 1 (west of Yonge Street). In terms of education the Jefferson Common School was built in 1840.

Served as one of Richmond Hills schools. In 1882 the Jefferson Post Office was established. Among the settlers in Jefferson were Royalists seeking refuge from the French Revolution; they were collectively referred to as the Windham settlers and led by Joseph Geneviève Compte de Puisaye.

Unfortunately due to conditions this community only lasted for a years and many of the royalists returned to France. However some Windham families. Left their mark on Richmond Hill. To commemorate their settlement an Ontario Heritage plaque can be found at 12025 12045 Yonge Street of Jefferson Sideroad.

Special thanks to Andrea Kulesh from the Richmond Hill Historical Society and Peter Wilson from the Richmond Hill Public Library for their assistance, with this research.

Lifestyle

You can find shopping centers along Bathurst Street and Yonge Street. The nearest mall is Hillcrest mall, which is situated on the side of Yonge Street, a north of 16th Avenue.

Richmond Hill Centre

Harrington Park stands as the neighbourhoods green area. It offers a walking trail along, with facilities such as a baseball diamond, a childrens playground and even a basketball court.

Edward Avenue is home, to both the National Training Rinks and the Core Gymnastics Centre. Additionally you can find the Richmond Hill Curling Club on 121 Elgin Mills Road East, which hosts leagues, bonspiels and events throughout the year.

Transit

This neighbourhood has a total of 139 transit stops. In Jefferson the majority of people who live here rely on vehicles, for their commute with many traveling to cities.

Destination of Residents Commute

  • Commute within the city – 19%
  • Commute to another city – 79%

Various Modes of Commuting

  • Vehicle – 81%
  • Transit – 16%
  • Walk/bike – 1%

Duration of Residents Commutes

  • 15 to 29 minutes – 19%
  • 30 to 44 minutes – 28%
  • 45 to 59 minutes – 16%
  • 60 minutes and over – 27%
  • Less than 15 minutes – 7%

Jefferson Richmond Hill Elementary, Secondary High Schools

Jefferson boasts elementary and secondary schools, both of which offer a range of special programs. In total there are 9 schools, 8 Catholic schools and 1 private school serving the Jefferson area. The available special programs include International Baccalaureate, French Immersion, Advanced Placement and a Gifted/Talented Program.

  • Public Schools: 9
  • Catholic Schools: 8
  • Private Schools: 1

Public

  • Silver Pines PS
  • Académie de la Moraine
  • Beynon Fields PS
  • King City SS
  • ÉS Norval-Morrisseau
  • Moraine Hills PS
  • MacLeod’s Landing PS
  • Richmond Hill HS
  • Trillium Woods PS

Catholic

  • ÉÉC Le-Petit-Prince
  • Cardinal Carter Catholic SS
  • Father Frederick McGinn Catholic ES
  • ÉSC Renaissance
  • St Theresa of Lisieux Catholic HS
  • St Marguerite d’Youville Catholic ES
  • Our Lady Queen of the World Catholic Academy
  • Corpus Christi Catholic ES

Private

  • Richland Academy

Jefferson Richmond Hill Parks & Facilities

You can discover shopping plazas along Bathurst Street and Yonge Street. The nearest shopping mall is Hillcrest Mall, situated on the side of Yonge Street, a north of 16th Avenue.

  • Number of Parks: 14
  • Number of Recreation Facilities: 43

Recreation Facilities in Neighbourhood Parks

  • Playgrounds – 12
  • Tennis Courts – 9
  • Basketball Courts – 8
  • Sports Fields – 5
  • Splash Pad – 1
  • Sports Courts – 3
  • Trails – 5

Jefferson Richmond Hill Homes

The Macleod’s Landing and Inspiration neighbourhoods, located along Bathurst Street make the most of their environment on the outskirts of the Oak Ridges Moraine. In this area you’ll discover homes that draw inspiration from Georgian and Tudor architecture. These houses are nestled among hills, valleys and protected areas.

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