Burlington Ontario Map

About Burlington, Ontario

Burlington is a city in Halton, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as a city. Burlington is located at 43.3701°N, 79.8140°W.

Burlington rests upon the land near the Burlington Heights, where the earth holds the memory of ancient shifts and the quiet persistence of the horizon. It lies 14.1 km north of Hamilton, ON (from Hamilton, ON: bearing 9°T), and is situated 12.6 km south-west of Oakville. The air here often carries a crisp clarity, particularly as the light softens against the rise of the landscape, casting long, deliberate shadows that define the terrain. While the Welland River runs about 23 km away, the local horizon is punctuated by the presence of Lake Medad, situated about 6 km from the heart of Burlington, and the distant, cooling influence of Borer's Falls, found about 13 km away. These features offer a subtle orientation to the land, grounding the visitor in a geography that feels both expansive and intimately held. Early settlement in Burlington grew from the necessity of transit and the promise of fertile soil, evolving from a modest collection of homesteads into a centre of commerce. The local economy has shifted over generations, moving from its agricultural roots toward a diverse professional and industrial base that supports the modern needs of the region. Today, Burlington maintains an industrious character, with businesses and services that reflect a steady, practical ambition. The pace of life here values the balance between purposeful work and the quiet intervals found at the end of a long day, when the sun dips low and the cooling atmosphere settles over the streets. Cultural life in Burlington finds expression in its public spaces and the gatherings that mark the passing seasons, reflecting the sensibilities of those who call the place home. Landmarks and community events provide anchor points for residents, ensuring that the character of Burlington remains distinct and well-defined. Among those who have emerged from this backdrop, the actor Jim Carrey is perhaps the most widely recognized individual associated with the region, having spent significant formative years here. Whether through the arts or the daily habits of its people, Burlington sustains a quiet identity, defined by a grounded sense of belonging that persists regardless of the changing world beyond its borders.

About This Burlington Map Page

Explore Burlington, Ontario, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 43.37006, -79.81403. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Burlington includes the postal code (L7R), telephone area code (226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Burlington is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.