By Irene Wong- yorkregion.com
September 12, 2022
The debatable massive development of Shouldice Hospital lands in Thornhill has taken a sudden turn.
The City of Markham announced it has pursued and agreed to purchase 7750 Bayview Ave., also known as the Shouldice Property, in Thornhill. Markham will use the nine-hectare (22-acre) site for a variety of purposes, including:
• As a new public park and open space
Conservation of the former McCullagh Estate
• Other public/municipal community uses
• The existing lease with the Shouldice Hospital, specializing in hernia care since 1945
By purchasing this coveted site, Markham is advancing the goals of its Integrated Leisure Master Plan in this part of the city. The natural beauty of the site makes it one of Markham’s crown jewels and we are delighted to bring it into public ownership for use by the entire Markham community,” said Mayor Frank Scarpitti.
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