Newmarket

History of Stonehaven-Wyndham Estates-Copper Hills Many of the street names, in this neighbourhood pay tribute to racehorses like Broughton, Crest Rider, Damascus, Exceller, Foxcroft, Highland Blade, Norsan, Quantra, the renowned Canadian champion Northern Prospect and the legendary Secretariat. ... Continue Reading » about Stonehaven-Wyndham Estates-Copper Hills Newmarket

History of Armitage Newmarket The neighbourhood we now know as Armitage was named after a man named Amos Armitage. Amos along, with a group of Quaker families migrated from Catawissa, Pennsylvania to Upper Canada around 1804. He settled in what was part of Whitchurch Township on the half of Lot ... Continue Reading » about Armitage Newmarket

History of Summerhill Estates Since 1880 the known landmark, in this neighborhood has been the Mulock Farm, located on the prominent northwest corner of Yonge and Mulock Streets. Sir William Mulock established this farm in 1880 having had a career as Canadas Postmaster General, Chief Justice of ... Continue Reading » about Summerhill Estates Newmarket

History of Newmarket Industrial Park The Newmarket Industrial Park has an fascinating history that is deeply intertwined with the progress of the town. It was established to cater to the increasing demands of Newmarket. Has transformed over time into a vital hub, for trade and industry. Its ... Continue Reading » about Newmarket Industrial Park

History of Gorham-College Manor Gorham College Manor got its name from Eli Gorham, who settled in this area during the 1800s and established the Gorham Woollen Mills along the banks of Bogart Creek. Eli Gorham was also responsible, for building the brick house, in Newmarket, which still stands ... Continue Reading » about Gorham-College Manor Newmarket

History of Downtown Newmarket The term "historic" is truly fitting when describing Downtown Newmarket. The story begins with Joseph Hill, who migrated to Newmarket in 1801 alongside a group of Quaker families led by Timothy Rogers all originating from the United States. Hill wasted no time. ... Continue Reading » about Downtown Newmarket