BY THE NUMBERS

Markham Stouffville Hospital is located in the City of Markham and also serves the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, two of nine communities in York Region. As such, they constitute some of Canada’s fastest growing municipalities.

• Population: 400,000

• Area served: 418 square kilometres

• Demographics: 45% are born outside of Canada

• Largest countries of origin: China, India, Iran

• Languages spoken: 122 distinct mother tongues

• Religions and spiritual practices: Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Muslim