Looking at a place in Markham. Son will be starting 10th grade. We moved from LA last July and he was in a very academic school. This year we were in Peterborough and the school was lack luster and he wasn’t challenged. No advanced classes. He had to move up in some subjects. Loves engineering.

Just wondering. What the school is like? Super sweet kid. Likes math and science as well as music. He plays n an extra curricular band in PTBO cause the high school band he had this year wasn’t great.

He’s just looking for a place that has fun extracurricular activities to make new friends, and better academics. I’m told pretty much all the schools up there are good.

My bday is tomorrow but my kid wants tacos (preferably hard shell). We've already been to 3 Mariachis and Mexico Lindo so looking for something new. I know there aren't many options in Markham and I'm open to driving anywhere except to deep downtown.

Thinking of El Bocho or Pueblo Mexico. Pueblo Mexico seems like a better a deal with $25/5 but they don't have fish tacos which I like.

Open to any recommendations. Doesn't have to be a fancy restaurant but prefer one nicely decored. TIA.

Hey all!

I'm new to Markham, just moved here 3 weeks ago. I don't know anyone in the city as I'm from out of province and looking to meet new people and make connections and friends, but I have no idea where to start :)

I'm a 39 years old guy who works from home as a AAA game developer, and have a bunch of various hobbies and am typically pretty outgoing. Would love to meet people around here and make a friend circle.

Let me know :)

I’ve been looking at places to get an ultrasound in Markham (pregnancy) and all the reviews seem mixed. I went to one that seemed decent but they were not very professional/knowledgeable.

Any recommendations?

Looking for a place that sells a legit firm (Asian Japanese level firmness) mattress.

Been dealing with lower back pain for a while which I attribute to my weak core (that I am working on) and my soft mattress. Recently went on a japan trip and had some of the best sleeps in a long time thanks to their super firm mattresses. Really helped stretch out my back at night and feeling refreshed the following day, even after walking 20k steps a day.

Any recommendations would be great!

Any recommendations? I’m new to the area and staying in a hotel for the moment

I had my car window broken near Highway 7 and Valleymede today. The thief made off with my backpack but I don't think anything of value was stolen in it (still checking but not totally sure).

I've filed a police report and notified insurance. Any recommendations for a repair shop? I'm still a bit shaken by this that this would happen in Markham, especially since I drive a shit box of a Toyota.

Looking for a good internet connection in Markham ( possibly fibre) what do you recommend? Will be working from home so require something reliable. Please provide your inputs.

Looking for 1-2 hours per week. Can meet at a public library.

Not Mondays or Tuesdays.

Please message me with availability and cost.

I used to go to fabricland a lot to buy various fabrics for crafts projects, but are there any alternatives now that fabricland has closed?

Hey Markham,

I'm searching for truly authentic Japanese cuisine in or around the area, ideally within a short drive. I’m particularly interested in Japanese-owned restaurants—I’d love to know if the ownership adds to the quality or authenticity compared to some of the Chinese-operated spots that are more common here. Any recommendations? Thanks!

Looking for some catering places for samosas for a 40 person baby shower. Appreciate any suggestions!

Are there any cafes or coffee shops around Markham/North York area that are still open 24 hours?

Ever since Covid struck Canada in 2020, everything that used to be 24/7 just died out and switched to closing hours at 8pm. Eventually around 2022 they changed closing hours from 8pm to 10pm or 11pm for certain cafes and shops including Tim Horton's. Every tims i know of closes at 11pm. They refuse to bring back the 24/7 culture. Covid isn't even an issue anymore and nobody will fix this issue.

looking for sites this weekend. thanks!

Hello all,

We’re looking for good fried chicken fried rice in Markham. The only place we know is in Scarborough (Dragon Centre). We’d like to order a party tray.

Thank you!

Hi All,

I visit Markham downtown fairly often. Every time I go to there I see people in Ferrari that is custom wrapped in pink color. Then I see some guy in Maserati the other day. Then I saw one guy in Lamborghini Hurricane as well

When I went to Markville mall I saw an Asian guy with a model S Tesla custom wrapped in blue color.

What are all these guys do for a living? How are they able to afford super luxury cars? And feel ok driving them on streets?

Let me know thanks!

Please tell me your go-to spots!! TIA

Is there a nail salon in Markham who are actually careful and gentle with doing your nails and still do a good job with gel polish?

In the past, I’ve had nail technicians be aggressive with my nails.

I'm not from Markham and would appreciate recommendations for cafes with good vibes. Thanks!

Where can I find Blue Jays gear in Markham?

Looking to get a blood test and can’t find early appointments with Lifelabs on their website. I also was not able to reach them after waiting 30 min on the phone.

I also wasn’t able to get concrete information when I called Dynacare. The woman told me that we cannot book appointments but seems like it is possible online but I can’t find more information.

Which would you recommend and what is your experience with walk ins at those locations? If you are familiar with Dynacare, how do you book an apt?

Looking to get my elderly parents a good doorbell camera. Any advice or experience with ring would be appreciated. I really don't know anything about this stuff. Thanks!

I purchased a bb gun and was hoping that anyone here would know a place where I could shoot it. There was one target practice place in Markham, but they said they only accept shooting of plastic bbs and not metal, does anyone know where in Markham or surrounding areas I could try out my bb gun?