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| Place | Richmond Hill |
| Type | Town |
| Province / Territory | Ontario (ON) |
| Location | York |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 43.874722 |
| Longitude | -79.439444 |
| Importance | City |
| CGN ID | FCKYR |
Richmond Hill is a town in York, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as a city. Richmond Hill is located at 43.8747°N, 79.4394°W.
Richmond Hill, nestled within the rolling topography of York Region, finds its roots in a landscape shaped by ancient glacial forces, leaving behind a gentle terrain marked by the subtle rise and fall of land that gives the area its name. It lies 8.1 km east-north-east of Vaughan, ON (from Vaughan, ON: bearing 72°T), and is situated 15.7 km north-north-west of Toronto. Historically, this place was a crossroads, first for Indigenous peoples and later for European settlers drawn to its fertile soil and abundant natural resources, evolving from a quiet agricultural hub into a vibrant, growing municipality. The economy of Richmond Hill today reflects this transformation, a dynamic blend of thriving retail centres, diverse service industries, and a growing technological sector, all contributing to a prosperous, modern setting where the echoes of its past still resonate in the quiet lanes and enduring natural beauty. The cultural character of Richmond Hill is one of a welcoming, multifaceted community, a place where diverse traditions intertwine, creating a lively mosaic of everyday life, perhaps best observed as the late afternoon sun casts long shadows across its parks. While Richmond Hill may not boast grand national landmarks, it possesses its own cherished spaces, like the serene Bond Lake and the verdant trails that invite contemplation. For those seeking higher learning, Seneca College offers accessible educational opportunities, nurturing the intellectual curiosity of its residents. The spirit of Richmond Hill is also found in the local sports teams that rally community pride, and in the annual events that bring neighbours together, celebrating the shared life of this place, a spirit perhaps personified by individuals who have found their voice and left their mark on the wider world.
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Location data for Richmond Hill 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.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |