Location Feature: town of AUrora
TOWN of Aurora
Aurora is considered one of the best communities to live in outside of Toronto. A family friendly town, Aurora is known for its excellent public and private schools, accessibility to the city, parks and recreation centres, specialty shops, restaurants and amenities.
Centrally Located and Commuter friendly
Aurora Go Station
Easy access to Highways 400, 404 and 407
45 minutes to Pearson International Airport
Near some of Ontario’s finest schools
St Anne’s School, Aurora
Sports and Outdoor Amenities
Aurora is home to many exceptional public and private golf courses including Magna, Beacon Hall, St. Andrew’s Valley, Westview and Lebovic.
The Sheppard’s Bush conservation area and the York Regional Forest provide hours of hiking trails which can also be enjoyed in the winter months by way of snowshoe or cross country skis.
For the sports enthusiasts, there is no shortage of fitness and athletic facilities. Boutique gyms and training centres, tennis facilities, hockey rinks and community centres offer residents many options to stay active.
Specialty Shops and Fine Dining
Aurora is home to some exceptional specialty shops and restaurants. You will never go hungry with all the options available. If you love Japanese food, look no further than Mi-Ne Japanese Restaurant, you won’t find fresher sushi anywhere. If you are looking for a Mediterranean meal, check out Fishbone Kitchen + Bar where they have a delicious Portuguese menu. Joia Ristaurante is always a treat with a wonderful menu and excellent service.
Culture and History
Beginning as a small farming village in the early 1800’s, the Town of Aurora has done a wonderful job of preserving some of its heritage and history. There are still signs of the 1800’s village most notably some of the original houses, the Trinity Anglican Church, The Aurora Armoury and the Aurora Town Park all of which are still used today. Aurora Town Park now hosts farmer’s markets with fresh products, summer concerts featuring local talents, and special events such as Canada Day celebrations and Christmas Markets. The Aurora Armoury is now home to Niagara College’s Canadian Food and Wine Institute and regularly host tasting dinners, cater events and offer culinary classes.
