Scarborough, Ontario Career Training and Degree Programs

ARTICLE: Scarborough In-Depth

For a diverse population and majestic beauty, Scarborough, Ontario is a hidden treasure. The city of Scarborough makes up the eastern area of the City of Toronto. It has a total population of 593,297 and a population density of 3,160.9 per kilometer. The city is slated for growth and expansion in the coming decade, including several high-rise condominium projects in the Scarborough City Centre.

Scarborough is a former borough of Toronto and is an integral component of Toronto's economy. The Scarborough labor force is centered primarily in manufacturing, professional, scientific and technical services. And with a 6% rise in population per year, competition for positions in these fields will strengthen.

Major employers in Scarborough include:

• Honda Canada, Inc.
• City of Scarborough

Students looking to start a career in Scarborough, Ontario should enter degree programs in finance, technology and business applications, and administration.

Quality of life in Scarborough is high across the board. The Scarborough Town Centre is a thriving area that features such fixtures as Scarborough Civic Centre, Albert Campbell Square, Consilium Place and the Scarborough Centre. Residents have access to a complex transportation network, including subway, train, buses and streetcars, taxi services, major provincial highways, and Lester Pearson International Airport. Nike Canada recently donated $500,000 to build the Nike Malvern Sports Complex, featuring a basketball court, a practice soccer pitch, and a running track.

Sources:

• Scarborough Direct

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