Burlington, Lower-tier municipality in Halton Region, Ontario, Canada.
Burlington is a large city in the Regional Municipality of Halton in Ontario, Canada, that stretches along the western shore of Lake Ontario. Its location halfway between Toronto and Niagara Falls makes it a natural waypoint between two major destinations.
French explorer Sieur de La Salle landed at what is now LaSalle Park in 1669, marking the first European contact in this First Nations area. The transformation from native settlement to European community reshaped the character of this lakeside region over the following centuries.
The Burlington Teen Tour Band, founded in 1947, performs at international events as Canada's Musical Ambassadors and represents the nation around the globe. This tradition underscores the city's role as a cultural ambassador beyond its borders.
An online portal provides access to municipal services and allows visitors to learn about city initiatives and download datasets. This system makes it easier for travelers to orient themselves and learn about local projects and public resources.
Spencer Smith Park along the waterfront serves as a venue for major events such as the Sound of Music Festival and Ribfest, which draw crowds annually. These events transform the park into a lively gathering place with music, food stands, and audiences from across the region.
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Glen Abbey Golf Course
15.7 km
Burlington Bay James N. Allan Skyway
2.9 km
Rattlesnake Point
18.3 km
Bronte Creek Provincial Park
10.3 km
Royal Botanical Gardens
7.2 km
Crawford Lake Conservation Area
20.1 kmMount Nemo Conservation Area
12.7 km
Burlington Canal Lift Bridge
2.9 kmCanadian Golf Hall of Fame
15.6 kmBrant Street Pier
524 m
Art Gallery of Burlington
457 m
Great Falls
7.1 km
Nelson Stadium
4.7 kmBoundary Falls
7.2 kmLower Hopkins Cascade
10.9 kmGrindstone Cascade
7 kmThe Marshalling Room
138 mThe Family Lobby
138 mNaval Memorial Monument
339 m
Joseph Brant Museum
716 mBurlington Cenotaph
162 mBurlington Beach
912 m
Burlington Canal Main Lighthouse
3 kmCarlisle Golf And Country Club
10 kmBurlington Mall Cinemas
2.3 kmShowcase 6 Cinemas
3.6 kmBurlington Canal Front Range Lighthouse
2.8 kmRock Garden
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