This executive centre is located at the north gateway of Metro Toronto on Columbia Way just north of Highway 7, which is the most recognised corporate location in Markham. As part of the Valleywood Business Park, the centre is among several acres of picturesque parkland. Known as 'Silicon Valley of the North', the area is surrounded by high-tech companies such as Compaq, Sun Microsystems and IBM. Buttonville airport is nearby making business travel convenient. Markville Shopping Centre offers excellent shopping facilities with a selection of over 230 stores.