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Rural Whitchurch Stouffville

History of Rural Whitchurch-Stouffville

After the ice age the massive glaciers moved back leaving behind waterways and kettle lakes. These natural features played a role, in shaping the settlement patterns of the First Nations tribes who originally inhabited this area. In the 1800s Quaker and Mennonite families migrated here from the United States.

By the mid 1800s Rural Whitchurch Stouffville consisted of farming communities that revolved around sawmills, gristmills and flour mills. These knit hamlets often included a store, a cooper (barrel maker) a blacksmith shop and occasionally a post office. Many communities also had their church and one room schoolhouse.

Over time as these mills ceased operations these thriving communities gradually faded into history. However their influence lives on through concession roads with their names and through blue roadside markers that bear place names such, as Bethesda, Bloomington, Gormley Lemonville Pine Orchard Preston Lake Vandorf.

Rural Whitchurch-Stouffville Lifestyle

The downtown area of Stouffville offers residents a shopping experience, on Main Street. Additionally there are shopping plazas located just a short distance from Main Street.

The majority of Rural Whitchurch Stouffville is covered by conservation forests and farmlands that extend far as the eye can see. Additionally there are kettle lakes, small creeks and streams, in the area. As you travel along the crossroads you’ll encounter hamlets of sizes ranging from a handful of homes to a few hundred residences.

These communities include Bethesda, Bloomington, Gormley, Lemonville, Musselman Lake, Pine Orchard, Pleasantville, Preston Lake, Ringwood, Vandorf and Wesleys Corners.

Transit

Please note that the commuting times provided are approximations. The duration of your commute may vary depending on your location, within the neighbourhood and the time of day such as rush hour versus, off peak hours. The estimated time to reach transportation is based on either walking distance or the quickest bus line connection available. All other commuting times mentioned below are based on driving durations.

Commute Times

  • Time to Closest Shopping Mall: 20 Minutes
  • Time to GO Bus or Train Station: 15 Minutes
  • Time To Hospital: 15 Minutes
  • Time to Toronto Pearson International Airport: 45 Minutes
  • Time to Closest Highway: 15 Minutes

Rural Whitchurch-Stouffville Elementary, Secondary High Schools

This community boasts elementary and secondary schools, both of which offer special programs. In total there are 10 schools, 14 Catholic schools and 1 private school catering, to the residents. The specialized programs available, in the schools cover a range, including French Immersion, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and Christian education.

  • Public Schools: 10
  • Catholic Schools: 14
  • Private Schools: 1

Public

  • Académie de la Moraine
  • Stouffville District SS
  • Lester B. Pearson PS
  • Whitchurch Highlands PS
  • Glad Park PS
  • Sir Wilfrid Laurier PS
  • Newmarket HS
  • Dr. G.W. Williams SS
  • Ballantrae PS
  • ÉS Norval-Morrisseau

Catholic

  • St. Katharine Drexel CES & CHS
  • École catholique Pape-François
  • Blessed Chiara Badano CES
  • St. Joseph Catholic ES
  • St. Maximilian Kolbe HS
  • Cardinal Carter Catholic SS
  • Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic ES
  • St Monica Catholic ES
  • Sacred Heart Catholic HS
  • St Mark Catholic ES
  • Holy Spirit Catholic ES
  • Notre Dame Catholic ES
  • St Brother André Catholic HS
  • St Augustine Catholic HS

Private

  • Stouffville Christian School

Rural Whitchurch-Stouffville Park & Facilities

Nestled among the countryside you’ll find a community centres that cater to the local population. One of them is the Lemonville Community Centre, conveniently situated at 13453 McCowan Road. This facility offers meeting and event rooms, for the community along with a playground for children.

Another notable centre is The Whitchurch Stouffville Museum & Community Centre located at 14732 Woodbine Avenue, where you can explore exhibits and attend events.. Lets not forget about Stouffville Arena at 12483 Ninth Line, which boasts two ice pads and is a hub for recreational skating programs.

In addition, to these community centres rural Whitchurch Stouffville also boasts conservation areas that provide residents with year round recreational opportunities.

Rural Whitchurch-Stouffville Homes

In the area of Whitchurch Stouffville you’ll find a mix of types of neighbourhoods. There are some subdivisions, with gated homes, as well as larger estates and smaller homesteads that have been around for a while.

Additionally there are estate homes on lots that are tucked away from the main roads. You’ll notice winding driveways leading up, to these homes which are situated on elevated land with plenty of trees ensuring privacy.

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