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The Unionville Markham: How This Revolutionary 10-Storey Luxury Condominium Redefines Family- Oriented Living in Canada's Most Coveted Educational Hub

  • inCAN
  • Jan 1
  • 15 min read

Updated: Sep 23

The Unionville by inCAN Developments introduces a groundbreaking 10-storey luxury condominium at 16th Avenue and Kennedy Road in Angus Glen, Markham's most prestigious neighbourhood. Withaccess to over 20 top-rated schools (including 10/10 Fraser Institute rankings), unique amenities likeSTEAM Kids Club, virtual golf simulator, and soundproof music studio, plus the innovative LifestylePlus program, this 270-unit development creates the perfect fusion of educational excellence, family amenities, and luxury condominium convenience.


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Key Takeaways


Premier Location: Situated in Angus Glen, Markham's most coveted neighbourhood with 100 acresof York Downs nature preserve

Educational Excellence: Access to 20+ schools including top-rated institutions scoring 10/10,9.4/10, and 9/10 on Fraser Institute rankings

Innovative Amenities: STEAM Kids Club, Tee Time Virtual Golf Simulator, and Soundproof MusicStudio with professional instruction

Lifestyle Plus Program: Unique resident service offering CPGA-certified golf instruction andprofessional music teachers

Family Focus: 270 designer suites designed specifically for family-oriented community living with educational enrichment



The Unionville: Revolutionizing Family-Centric Luxury Living in Markham

The introduction of The Unionville Condominium represents a paradigm shift in luxury residentialdevelopment, moving beyond traditional amenity-focused approaches to create comprehensive family ecosystems that support educational excellence, personal development, and communitybuilding. This innovative approach recognizes that modern families seek more than simply luxurious living spaces; they demand environments that actively contribute to their children's growth, theirown personal enrichment, and their community connections.

The strategic positioning of The Unionville within Angus Glen reflects sophisticated understanding ofwhat drives residential satisfaction and long-term property values in today's competitive luxurymarket. By combining exceptional educational access with innovative amenities and comprehensive lifestyle programming, The Unionville creates value propositions that extend far beyond traditionalsquare footage and finish quality to encompass the complete family living experience.

Understanding The Unionville's revolutionary approach requires recognizing how the development integrates multiple aspects of family life into a cohesive residential environment that supports bothimmediate lifestyle needs and long-term family goals. This integration creates synergies that enhance both individual unit value and community-wide appeal while establishing new standards for family-oriented luxury residential development.

The success of The Unionville's approach demonstrates how thoughtful development can createenvironments that serve as catalysts for family success while providing the luxury amenities andcommunity connections that define premium residential living. This catalyst effect creates value thatextends far beyond simple accommodation to encompass lifestyle enhancement and familydevelopment opportunities.

 

Strategic Location Analysis: Angus Glen's Unmatched Advantages

The selection of Angus Glen as the location for The Unionville reflects careful analysis of factors thatcontribute to both immediate residential satisfaction and long-term property value appreciation.This analysis encompasses educational access, natural amenities, transportation connectivity, andcommunity character while ensuring that


residents benefit from the accumulated advantages that make Angus Glen Markham's most prestigious neighbourhood.

Proximity to Main Street Unionville provides residents with access to historic charm, boutiqueshopping, and cultural amenities while maintaining the peaceful residential character that defines luxury suburban living. This proximity creates lifestyle value while providing convenient access toservices and entertainment that enhance daily living without requiring extensive travel or timecommitments.

Major highway access including Highway 404 and Highway 407 provides residents with efficientconnectivity to employment centers, cultural attractions, and recreational opportunities throughoutthe Greater Toronto Area while maintaining the residential tranquility that makes Angus Glen appealing. This connectivity creates both convenience and flexibility while supporting the diverse lifestyle needs of modern families.

The 100-acre York Downs nature preserve provides residents with immediate access to natural beauty,recreational opportunities, and environmental amenities that enhance both physical and mental well-being while providing educational opportunities for children and families. This natural access createslifestyle value while supporting the health and wellness priorities that many families prioritize in their residential decisions.

Community infrastructure including shopping, healthcare, and professional services within convenient distances ensures that residents can meet their daily needs efficiently while maintaining connection to the broader Markham community. This infrastructure access creates convenience while supporting the community connections that make residential neighborhoods feel like home rather than simply places to live.

The established character and reputation of Angus Glen provide residents with immediate community prestige while ensuring that their residential investment benefits from the accumulatedgoodwill and market recognition that support property values and social connections. This established reputation creates both immediate benefits and long-term investment security while providingresidents with confidence in their community choice.


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Educational Excellence: Canada's Premier School Access

The exceptional educational opportunities surrounding The Unionville create one of thedevelopment's most compelling value propositions while providing families with access to academicexcellence that supports their children's development and future success. This educational access encompasses both immediate school options and long-term educational pathways that preparestudents for university admission and career success.

Elementary school excellence through institutions like St. Justin Martyr Catholic School (10/10 Fraser Institute rating), William Berczy Public School (9.4/10), and Buttonville Public School (9/10)provides families with multiple high-quality options while ensuring that children receive exceptionalfoundational education regardless of their specific learning needs or family preferences. This choice and quality combination creates both immediate educational benefits and long-term academic preparation.

Secondary school diversity including Pierre Elliott Trudeau High School's specialized programs inbusiness, computer technology, and arts and culture provides students with opportunities to explore their interests while developing specialized skills that prepare them for post-secondary success. Thisprogram diversity creates educational value while supporting the individual development pathways that help students discover and develop their unique talents and interests.

Advanced learning opportunities through Markville Secondary School's gifted program (9.4/10 FraserInstitute rating) and Unionville High School's esteemed arts program provide exceptional studentswith challenging academic environments while ensuring that high achievers receive the intellectual stimulation and academic preparation necessary for competitive university admission and scholarshipopportunities.

Specialized program access including French immersion, International Baccalaureate, AdvancedPlacement, and STEAM programs provides families with educational options that match their values and aspirations while ensuring that children receive the specialized preparation that enhances their competitiveness for selective post- secondary programs and career opportunities.

Educational support infrastructure including 19 additional institutions offering pre- school, tutoring,and music and cultural education creates comprehensive educational ecosystems that supportchildren's development across multiple domains while


providing families with convenient access to enrichment opportunities that enhance academic performance and personal development.

The concentration of educational excellence within convenient distances of The Unionville createstime and transportation efficiencies that enhance family quality of life while ensuring that educationalpriorities can be pursued without compromising other family activities and commitments. Thisefficiency creates both practical benefits and lifestyle enhancement while supporting the balanced family living that many parents seek for their children.

 


Innovative Amenity Programming: Beyond Traditional Luxury Features


The Unionville's approach to amenity design transcends traditional luxury residential offerings by creating educational and developmental opportunities that actively contribute to resident growth and family success. This approach recognizes that modern luxury extends beyond passive enjoymentto encompass active engagement and personal development opportunities that create lasting valueand satisfaction.

 

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STEAM Kids Club: Educational Innovation in Residential Living

The integration of a STEAM-inspired children's playroom within The Unionville's amenity programrepresents groundbreaking innovation in family-oriented residential development while providingchildren with access to educational methodologies that prepare them for success in technology-driven careers and creative problem-solving challenges. This integration creates immediate educational value while supporting long-term academic and career preparation.

STEAM education methodology combining Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematicscreates interdisciplinary learning experiences that mirror real-world problem-solving whileencouraging creative thinking and technical skill development. This methodology has provenparticularly effective in preparing students for careers in technology, engineering, and creativeindustries while developing the critical thinking skills that enhance performance across all academicsubjects.

Montessori-based learning systems within the STEAM Kids Club provide children with hands-oneducational experiences that support individual learning styles while


encouraging self-directed exploration and discovery. This approach creates educational value while supporting the confidence and independence that enhance both academic performance and personal development throughout children's educational journeys.

Educational tool integration including age-appropriate technology, building materials, and creativesupplies provides children with access to learning resources that might otherwise require separate investments while ensuring that educational activities remain engaging and developmentallyappropriate. This resource access creates both educational value and cost savings while providing children with diverse learning opportunities that support their individual interests and talents.

Professional supervision and programming ensure that STEAM activities are educationally soundwhile maintaining safety and engagement standards that provide parents with confidence in their children's experiences. This professional oversight creates both educational effectiveness andparental peace of mind while ensuring that amenity use contributes positively to children'sdevelopment and family satisfaction.

Community building through shared educational experiences creates opportunities for children todevelop friendships while learning collaborative problem-solving skills that enhance both socialdevelopment and academic performance. This community building creates social value while supporting the neighborhood connections that make residential communities feel like extended families rather than collections of individual units.

The long-term impact of early STEAM exposure on children's academic performance and career preparation creates lasting value that extends far beyond immediate amenity enjoyment to encompass educational advantages that benefit families for years to come. This long-term valuecreation demonstrates how innovative amenity programming can create investment returns that extend beyond simple property appreciation to encompass family development and success.

 

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Tee Time Virtual Golf Simulator: Professional Athletic Development

The inclusion of a cutting-edge virtual golf simulator with CPGA-certified instruction represents a unique amenity offering that provides residents with access to professional athletic development while creating recreational opportunities that appeal to multiple generations and skill levels. Thisamenity demonstrates how luxury


residential development can provide experiences that would otherwise require expensive clubmemberships or specialized facility access.

CPGA certification ensures that golf instruction meets professional standards while providing residents with access to qualified teaching that can significantly improve their golf performance and enjoyment. This professional instruction creates both immediate skill development and long-term recreational value while providing residents with expertise that would otherwise require separateinvestments and time commitments.

Cutting-edge technology integration including advanced simulation software, professional-grade equipment, and performance analysis capabilities provides residents with training experiences thatrival those available at premier golf facilities while maintaining the convenience and privacy of residential amenity access. This technology integration creates both performance benefits and convenience value while providing residents with year-round golf access regardless of weather conditions.

Multi-generational appeal through adjustable difficulty levels and diverse course options ensures thatfamily members of various ages and skill levels can enjoy the golf simulator while creating opportunities for shared recreational experiences that strengthen family bonds and create lastingmemories. This multi-generational design creates family value while supporting the intergenerationalconnections that enhance residential community satisfaction.

Skill development programming through structured lessons and practice sessions provides residents with systematic approaches to golf improvement while creating social opportunities through group lessons and friendly competitions. This programming creates both individual development and community building while providing residents with recreational activities that enhance their overallquality of life and residential satisfaction.

Health and fitness benefits from regular golf practice including improved coordination, strength, and cardiovascular fitness provide residents with recreational exercise opportunities while supporting the health and wellness goals that many families prioritize. These health benefits create bothimmediate wellness value and long-term health cost savings while providing residents with enjoyable approaches to maintaining physical fitness.


Social networking opportunities through shared golf interests and activities create connections among residents while providing common ground for relationship building and communityengagement. These networking opportunities create social value while supporting the community connections that make residential environments feel like neighborhoods rather than simply collections of individual living spaces.

 

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Soundproof Music Studio: Creative Expression and Cultural Enrichment

The professionally designed music studio with comprehensive instrument access and professional instruction opportunities represents a unique residential amenity that supports creative expression while providing cultural enrichment opportunities for residents of all ages and musical backgrounds.This amenity creates both immediate recreational value and long-term personal development opportunities while supporting the cultural interests that enhance quality of life.

Professional acoustic design including sound-absorbent walls and specialized acoustic technologyensures that music practice and instruction can occur without disturbing other residents while creating optimal sound quality for both practice and performance. This acoustic design creates both practical functionality and professional-quality experiences while ensuring that the amenity enhances rather than compromises residential living quality.

Comprehensive instrument selection including guitars, keyboards, percussion, and other instruments provides residents with access to diverse musical expression opportunities while eliminating the need for individual instrument purchases and storage. This instrument access creates both cost savings and convenience while providing residents with opportunities to explorevarious musical interests and talents without significant upfront investments.

Professional instruction availability through the Lifestyle Plus program provides residents with access to qualified music teachers who can help develop technique, explore new instruments, and provide structured learning experiences. This professional instruction creates both skill development and educational value while providing residents with expertise that would otherwiserequire separate investments and scheduling commitments.


Multi-age programming ensures that both children and adults can benefit from music studio accesswhile creating opportunities for intergenerational musical experiences that strengthen family bonds and create shared interests. This multi-age design creates family value while supporting the diversemusical interests and development needs of different family members.

Performance opportunities through resident recitals and musical events create venues for residents to share their musical development while building community connections through shared culturalexperiences. These performance opportunities create both personal satisfaction and community building while providing residents with motivation for continued musical development and practice.

Creative expression benefits including stress relief, cognitive development, and emotional well-being provide residents with therapeutic recreational opportunities while supporting mental health and personal satisfaction. These creative benefits create both immediate wellness value and long-term personal development while providing residents with healthy approaches to stress management and self- expression.

 

The Lifestyle Plus Program: Redefining Residential ServiceExcellence


The innovative Lifestyle Plus program represents a revolutionary approach to residential amenityprogramming that transforms passive facility access into active lifestyle enhancement through professional instruction and personalized service delivery. This program demonstrates how luxuryresidential development can create value that extends far beyond traditional amenity provision to encompass comprehensive lifestyle support and personal development opportunities.

 

Professional Instruction Integration and Service Excellence

The integration of professional instruction across multiple amenity categories creates comprehensivelifestyle programming that provides residents with access to expertise and guidance that enhances their amenity experiences while supporting skill development and personal growth. This integration represents a fundamental shift from amenity provision to lifestyle enhancement that creates lasting value for residents and their families.


CPGA-certified golf instruction provides residents with professional-quality golf education while ensuring that instruction meets industry standards for safety, effectiveness, and skill development. This certification creates both immediate learning benefits and long-term golf enjoyment while providing residents with confidence in the quality and value of their instructional experiences.

Professional music instruction through qualified teachers provides residents with structured learning opportunities while supporting both beginner development and advanced skill refinement. This instruction creates both educational value and personal satisfaction while providing residents withexpert guidance that accelerates their musical development and enjoyment.

Personalized programming approaches ensure that instruction and services are tailored to individual resident needs and preferences while maintaining professional standards and safety requirements.This personalization creates both effectiveness and satisfaction while ensuring that residents receive maximum value from their amenity experiences and lifestyle programming participation.

Convenient scheduling systems allow residents to book instruction and services at times that fit their schedules while maintaining program quality and instructor availability. This conveniencecreates both accessibility and flexibility while ensuring that lifestyle programming enhances ratherthan complicates residents' daily routines and family commitments.

Quality assurance protocols ensure that instruction and services consistently meet high standards while providing residents with reliable experiences that justify their residential investment andlifestyle expectations. This quality assurance creates both immediate satisfaction and long-termconfidence while ensuring that the Lifestyle Plus program continues to provide value throughoutresidents' tenure in the community.

Continuous program development and enhancement ensure that lifestyle programming evolves to meet changing resident needs while incorporating new opportunities and innovations that maintain program relevance and appeal. This continuous development creates both immediate program improvement and long- term value enhancement while ensuring that The Unionville remains competitive in the luxury residential market.


Community Building Through Shared Experiences

The Lifestyle Plus program's emphasis on shared experiences and group activities createscommunity building opportunities that transform individual amenity use into social connections and neighborhood relationships. This community building approach recognizes that residentialsatisfaction depends not only on individual unit quality but also on the social connections and community relationships that make residential environments feel like home.

Group instruction opportunities in both golf and music create natural social interactions while providing residents with shared learning experiences that build relationships and community connections. These group experiences create both educational value and social benefits whileproviding residents with opportunities to develop friendships and support networks within theirresidential community.

Community events and programming including recitals, tournaments, and social gatherings provide residents with opportunities to celebrate achievements while building community pride and connection. These events create both individual recognition and community building while providingresidents with reasons to engage with neighbors and participate in community life.

Intergenerational programming opportunities ensure that residents of different ages can participate in shared activities while creating connections across generational lines that strengthen communitybonds and provide mutual support networks. This intergenerational design creates both individual benefits and community cohesion while supporting the diverse needs and interests of multi-generational residential communities.

Skill-sharing opportunities allow residents to share their expertise and interests with neighbors while creating informal educational experiences that build community knowledge and connection. These skill-sharing opportunities create both individual contribution and community enrichment whileproviding residents with ways to give back to their community while developing new relationshipsand interests.

Community recognition programs celebrate resident achievements and contributions while building community pride and encouraging continued participation in community activities and programming. This recognition creates both individual satisfaction and community motivation while ensuring thatresident contributions are acknowledged and appreciated within the community context.


Long-term relationship building through sustained programming and community activities createslasting social connections that enhance residential satisfaction while providing residents with support networks that extend beyond immediate family relationships. These long-term relationships createboth social value and community stability while ensuring that residents develop the connections thatmake residential communities feel like extended families.

 

Market Impact and Competitive Positioning in Luxury Family Housing


The Unionville's innovative approach to family-oriented luxury residential development creates significant competitive advantages while establishing new market standards for developments that seek to attract and retain sophisticated families who prioritize both luxury amenities and educationalexcellence. This market positioning reflects both immediate competitive benefits and long-term market leadership that influences industry development patterns and buyer expectations.

 

Differentiation Through Educational Integration

The seamless integration of educational excellence with luxury residential amenities creates uniquemarket positioning that distinguishes The Unionville from conventional luxury developments whileappealing to families who refuse to compromise between residential luxury and educational quality.This differentiation creates both immediate marketing advantages and long-term market positioning benefits that support premium pricing and buyer loyalty.

Educational proximity marketing emphasizes convenient access to top-rated schools whilehighlighting the time and transportation savings that enhance family quality of life and reduce dailystress. This proximity marketing creates both practical benefits and lifestyle enhancement while appealing to families who prioritize educational access in their residential decisions.

Amenity innovation through STEAM programming and professional instruction creates unique value propositions that cannot be easily replicated by competitors while providing families with educational and developmental opportunities that justify premium  residential  investment.  This  innovation  creates  both  immediate


differentiation and sustainable competitive advantages while establishing The Unionville as a marketleader in family-oriented luxury development.

Community programming integration ensures that educational and developmental opportunities extend beyond individual amenities to encompass comprehensive lifestyle programming thatsupports family success and satisfaction. This integration creates both individual benefits andcommunity value while providing residents with comprehensive support for their family goals andaspirations.

Market education initiatives help prospective buyers understand the value and benefits of educational integration while demonstrating how The Unionville's approach creates superior familyliving experiences compared to conventional luxury residential options. This education creates both buyer awareness and purchase motivation while supporting premium pricing through value demonstration and competitive comparison.

Long-term value proposition communication emphasizes how educational integration and innovativeprogramming create lasting benefits that extend beyond immediate residential satisfaction toencompass family development and success over time. This long-term focus creates both immediatepurchase motivation and resident retention while supporting property values through demonstrated value creation and family satisfaction.

 

Investment Performance and Property Value Enhancement

The combination of luxury amenities, educational access, and innovative programming creates multiple value drivers that support both immediate property values and long-term appreciation whileproviding residents with investment security and wealth building opportunities. This value creationreflects both immediate market recognition and sustained demand from sophisticated buyers who recognize and value comprehensive family living environments.

Premium pricing justification through unique amenity combinations and educational access allows The Unionville to command higher per-square-foot values while providing buyers with tangiblebenefits that justify their investment decisions. This pricing premium creates both immediate developer returns and buyer value while establishing market recognition of The Unionville's superioroffering and competitive positioning.


Resale value protection through distinctive amenities and established community reputation ensures that owners benefit from sustained market demand while maintaining competitive advantages that support property values during various market conditions. This value protectioncreates both immediate investment security and long-term wealth building while providing owners with confidence in their residential investment decisions.

Market absorption advantages through unique positioning and family appeal provide sales velocitybenefits while reducing marketing costs and carrying expenses during the development and sales process. These absorption advantages create both immediate project success and market validation while demonstrating buyer recognition of The Unionville's value proposition andcompetitive advantages.

Buyer profile attraction through comprehensive family programming brings sophisticated purchasers who recognize and value educational excellence while having the financial capacity to supportpremium pricing and community standards. This buyer attraction creates both immediate salessuccess and long-term community quality while ensuring that The Unionville attracts residents whocontribute positively to community character and property values.

Competitive positioning strength through innovation and educational integration providessustainable market advantages while protecting against competitive pressure from new developments that lack similar comprehensive programming and educational access. This positioning strength creates both immediate market leadership and long-term competitive protection while ensuring that The Unionville maintains its market advantages and resident appeal over time.

 

Conclusion: The Future of Family-Oriented Luxury Residential Development


The Unionville Condominium represents a revolutionary approach to luxury residential development that recognizes and responds to the evolving needs of sophisticated families who seekcomprehensive living environments that support both immediate lifestyle goals and long-term familysuccess. This approach demonstrates how thoughtful development can create value that extends far beyond traditional luxury amenities to encompass educational excellence, personal development, and community building.


The integration of top-rated educational access with innovative amenity programming createssynergies that enhance both individual unit value and community-wide appeal while establishing newstandards for family-oriented luxury residential development. This integration provides bothimmediate lifestyle benefits and long-term investment advantages while creating environments thatactively contribute to family success and satisfaction.

The Lifestyle Plus program's emphasis on professional instruction and personalized service delivery demonstrates how residential amenities can be transformed from passive facilities into activelifestyle enhancement tools that create lasting value and resident satisfaction. This transformationrepresents the future of luxury residential amenity programming where service excellence and personal development opportunities distinguish exceptional communities from conventional luxury developments.

For prospective residents, The Unionville offers the unique opportunity to combine luxurycondominium living with comprehensive family support systems that enhance both immediate quality of life and long-term family success. This combination provides both lifestyle enhancement andinvestment value while creating residential environments that serve as catalysts for family achievement and community connection.

As The Unionville establishes new standards for family-oriented luxury residential development, itssuccess will influence industry approaches to amenity programming, educational integration, andcommunity building while demonstrating how innovative development can create lasting value for residents, investors, and the broader community. The future of luxury residential development lies in projects that understand and deliver the comprehensive lifestyle support that sophisticated familiesdemand and deserve.




 

References


[1]    Fraser Institute. (2024). "Ontario School Rankings and Performance Analysis." https://www.fraserinstitute.org/school-performance

[2]  Statistics Canada. (2024). "Educational Attainment and Community Development in the Greater Toronto Area." https://www12.statcan.gc.ca/census- recensement/2021/dp-pd/prof/index.cfm


[3]    Canadian Real Estate Association. (2024). "Educational Proximity and Property Values: ANational Study." https://crea.ca/educational-proximity-property-values

[4]      Urban Land Institute. (2024). "Innovation in Luxury Residential Amenity Programming."https://uli.org/luxury-residential-amenity-innovation

[5]    Markham Economic Development. (2024). "Angus Glen Community Profile and Investment Analysis." https://www.markham.ca/economic-development/community- profiles


 
 
 

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