The City of Burlington is located in southern Ontario on the north shore of Lake Ontario between Hamilton and Toronto. It is a growing municipality with a population of approximately 156,900 located at the western end of the Greater Toronto Area. It is conveniently located within an hour of Toronto & Niagara Falls.
Enjoy a scenic drive along the historic Kings Highway from Burlington to Port Credit or take a stroll on the waterfront trail or the spectacular waterfront in Downtown Burlington. Explore Royal Botanical Gardens, one of North America's largest botanical gardens, and enjoy Bronte Creek Provincial Park. Hike on nature trails, and take in scenic landscapes along the Niagara Escarpment.
Participate in special events such as The Sound of Music Festival, Burlington’s Jazz n’Blues Festival, Art in the Park, Lakeside Festival of Lights and Rotary Ribfest. Experience the history in the Museum of Burlington and take a tour of the Burlington Art Centre.
The museum is a reconstruction of the home of one of Canada's colourful heroes, Captain Joseph Brant (Thayendanegea).
Ireland House offers tours of the property, living historical demonstrations, special events and educational programs.
The Burlington Art Centre (BAC) is a community art gallery with a difference.