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Central Business District

Central Business District in Cootes Paradise, ON — shopping, food, parks.

T-33 Jet Trainer · 7 parks & green spaces · 21 places to eat

— open now 79 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is Central Business District a good place to live?

Central Business District has 24 parks and green spaces, 21 places to eat, and 41 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 26 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Central Business District?

There are 26 homes for sale in and around Central Business District, priced from $346,900 to $2,099,000 (median about $664,900). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Central Business District known for?

Central Business District is known locally for landmarks like T-33 Jet Trainer, its 21-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Central Business District this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Central Business District, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Central Business District best for?

Based on what's here, Central Business District suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

Choose your own adventure - Central Business District

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    Three hand-picked days through Central Business District, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Cafe Domestique Cafe
    2. Stroll Dundas Driving Park Park
    3. Lunch Bangkok Spoon Thai
    4. Treat Emilio's Eatery Quick bite
    5. Browse Metro Supermarket
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Spencer Creek Trail 2.1 km
    2. Picnic Centennial Park Park
    3. Grab a bite Subway Sandwich
    4. Run around Chegwin Park Park
    5. Casual dinner Indian Village Resturant Indian
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History T-33 Jet Trainer Archaeological Site
    2. Coffee Starbucks Coffee Shop
    3. Local shop Discount Emporium Variety Store
    4. Dinner out Red Door Cucina Italian
    5. Tonight Opportunity Bridal - Wedding Dress Sale - Hamilton 2026-06-20
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

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    Could you live here?

    Falling for Central Business District? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

    Around town this week

    Fresh from local news covering Central Business District and the surrounding area.

    Cootes Paradise showing signs of recovery, despite lingering challenges - The SpecCootes Paradise Ontario News · Jun 18New Report Finds Ontario Will Need More Than One Million University-Educated Workers Over the Next Decade - Ontario's UniversitiesOntario News · Jun 18Ontario needs 60,000 more university grads in these key areas over next decade - Toronto StarOntario News · Jun 18Ontario's legislature is set for its shortest sitting in decades. Here's what it means for the Ford government - CBCOntario News · Jun 18Dangerous thunderstorms possible for most of eastern Ontario Thursday - CBCOntario News · Jun 18Severe storms shift into eastern Ontario, Quebec, risk of heavy rain and winds - The Weather NetworkOntario News · Jun 18
    Get directions Parking · 54 lots Where to stay — of 10 open now

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    Good to know

    What is there to do in Central Business District?

    Central Business District has 7 parks and green spaces, 21 places to eat, and landmarks like T-33 Jet Trainer. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Central Business District?

    Most of Central Business District is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Central Business District?

    Central Business District sits in Cootes Paradise, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Central Business District?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Central Business District, and can connect you with a local agent.