ABOUT LONDON, ONTARIO London, as it is now known, was originally occupied by Native Americans and it is estimated that aboriginal people have lived there for at least the last 10,000 years. The village of London was founded in 1826 and was part of the Talbot Settlement. Over the years, London annexed many of the surrounding communities making it one of the largest urban municipalities in Ontario. With a metropolitan area population of 457,720, the largest Southwestern Ontario municipality, London connects to the cities of Toronto and Detroit and also provides access to Sarnia, Woodstock, Hamilton, Brantford, the Niagara Peninsula, the Golden Horseshoe area, Owen Sound, Port Stanley, and Goderich. London offers transportation via bus service and an international airport and train. London maintains a reputation toward research and cultural activity. The economy is geared strongly toward education, healthcare (including strong medical research), information technology, insurance, tourism, and manufacturing which includes locomotive production. Among the top ten employers in London are its universities and hospitals. London’s Small Business Centre offers entrepreneurs support services to assist them in starting and building their own business. The Centre provides a library, advisory assistance, paid and free seminars, a self employment benefit program and more. London’s community protects its trees and takes issue with unnecessary removal of them. Projects have been initiated to replant trees and put up varying colors of metal trees throughout downtown. Other initiatives being taken include the creation of the Old East Heritage Conservation District and financial incentives to revitalize and redevelop downtown and the Old East Village. EDUCATION IN LONDON If you are considering London homes for sale, and you are looking for good educational opportunities, you won’t be disappointed. Elementary and Secondary schools fall under two English language school boards and two French language school boards. English language school boards include Thames Valley District School Board and the London District Catholic School Board. French language school boards include Conseil scholaire de district du Centre-Sud-Quest and Conseil de district des ecoles catholiques du Sud-Quest. Further, London houses over 20 private schools and the Lester B. Pearson School for the Arts. Colleges include Fanshawe College (applied arts and technology) and the University of Western Ontario. The University of Western Ontario’s Richard Ivey School of Business was ranked amongst the best business schools in the country in 2009 by The Financial Times. Other colleges affiliated with the University of Western Ontario include Huron University College, King’s University College and Brescia University College which is Canada’s only university level women’s college.
THINGS TO DO IN LONDON, ONTARIO When you have settled into your London home, you’ll find that London offers something for everyone in terms of entertainment and activities. Learn more about things to do in London, Ontario and things for kids to do, too! LONDON ON HOMES FOR SALE London offers homes for every taste and lifestyle. If tradition is your style, you’ll want to look at the century homes that have been beautifully updated and maintained. Condominiums are plentiful for those looking for a low-maintenance lifestyle. And, you’ll find single family homes in long-established areas, new construction neighborhoods and gated communities. Full of life, festivities, sports, arts, parks, and more, London is an excellent community with much to offer to singles, couples, college students and families. |