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      History:

      This community was previously known as Wildfield, a cross-roads hamlet that was situated in what was then part of the Toronto-Gore Township. The spiritual focal point of the community was St. Patrick’s Church located on The Gore Road. Situated on a rise of land the church spire could be seen from farmsteads from miles around and the church bell would ring out in the West Humber River valley. The church cemetery is the resting place for many of this areas first settlers, many of whom came from Ireland. St. Patrick’s is the second oldest parish in the Toronto Archdiocese. The original frame church built in 1834 was replaced by the current brick church in 1894 which is still serving the community.

      Overview:

      Vales of Humber is situated in the northeast corner of Brampton. The Town of Caledon is situated at the north boundary of the neighbourhood. The Humber River Valley is a large greenspace on the eastern periphery of the neighbourhood. The boundaries for this neighbourhood are: The Gore Road on the east, McVean Drive on the west, Mayfield Road on the north and the south boundary is Countryside Drive. Many of the areas bordering this neighbourhood are still largely rural.

      Vales of Humber is one of Brampton’s smallest neighbourhoods in terms of geography but what it may lack in size it makes up for in the stature of the homes which are large executive homes. This is a newer neighbourhood and not all the amenities have yet to be completed. However one amenity that has already become a landmark in the neighbourhood is The Shoppes of Wildfield located off The Gore Road. You cannot miss it with its distinctive clock tower. This boutique neighbourhood plaza has a nice mix of essential shops and services. Highway 407 is just a few minutes south of this neighbourhood affording commuters easy access to the GTA’s 400 series highways.

      Lifestyle:

      Shoppes of Wildfield on The Gore Road is a new urbanism style boutique shopping plaza with a dental office, optician, physio, child care and independent shops.

      Homes:

      The Vales of Humber consists of executive homes with stone, brick and stucco exteriors, and elaborate architectural features such as turrets and juliette balconies. These homes also feature neatly manicured landscaping and two or three car garages.

      Recreation:

      The ultra modern Gore Meadows Community Centre and library located at 10150 The Gore Road has a gymnasium, fitness centre, walking track, lap pool swimming pool, auditorium and lounge. Outdoor amenities include a skateboard park, basketball court, playground, outdoor spray pad and outdoor ice rink.

      Arts:

      Rose Theatre located in downtown Brampton at 1 Theatre Lane is a popular performing arts venue with a busy year-round events calendar. The Garden Square adjacent to the theatre hosts: a local concert series, as well as movie nights, and a popular farmers’ market  Some of the annual signature events held at Garden Square include National Indigenous Peoples Day, Pride in the Square, and a New Year’s Eve Concert.

          Vales of Humber Stats

          Walkability:

          Low

          Bikeability:

          Medium

          Public Transit:

          Low

          Affordability:

          Low

          Greenspace:

          High

          Recreation:

          Medium

           

          Legend: Low, Medium, High

          Commute Times

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

          * All commuting times provided are approximate times only. Commute times may increase or decrease depending on where you live within the neighbourhood and the time of day i.e rush hour versus off hour commutes. Time estimates to public transit are based on walking distance or bus line connection whichever is quicker. All other commute times on the chart above are based on drive times.