About Willowdale
Explore Our Neighborhood
The Heart of Willowdale
The center of Willowdale is Mel Lastman Square and the many important organizations, services and businesses surrounding it, such as the Meridian Arts Centre; North York Civic Centre; Empress Walk with its shops and movie theatre; and North York Central Library.
There are also a few community centers like Mitchell Field with its ice rink and outdoor pool, the Douglas Snow Aquatic Centre with its indoor pool or Edithvale with its outdoor park and recreational areas next to it.
Mel Lastman Square
Explore the events going on in this modern town square from cultural celebrations to concerts to various markets.
Meridian Arts Centre
Want to be mesmerized by entertaining shows from international performers skilled at the arts? Check out the Centre's season.
Finch Hydro Corridor
This 15 km trail is a lovely escape for biking, walking, rollerblading or any other ways you want to move while enjoying the fresh air and scenic views of the city.
A Little Reading
History of Willowdale
Did you know that Willowdale used to be the land of the Iroquois or Haudenosaunee?
Or did you know that one of the earliest settlers was Jacob Cummer, after whom one of the Willowdale streets is named?
And that Willowdale is now home to lots of Chinese, Korean, Farsi, and Russian speakers?
Read about the history of Willowdale and its time as a suburb after WWII.
Be in the Know
Events
Want to know what’s happening in Willowdale?
Then check out these links to discover some of the latest concerts, performances, festivals, markets, holiday celebrations and more.
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