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America/Toronto |
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UTC-5 |
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UTC-4 |
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Asia/Taipei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Markham is located in the southern part of Ontario, Canada, and is an important part of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), bordered by Richmond Hill to the north and the City of Toronto to the south. As the center of Canada's high-tech industry, Markham is known as the "High-Tech Capital of Canada", with more than 1,500 technology companies such as IBM, AMD, Huawei and other headquarters or R & D centers.
Markham has a population of approximately 350,000, of which more than 40% are Chinese, making it one of the cities with the highest percentage of Chinese in North America. The city has a strong multicultural atmosphere, and the annual Markham Asian Cultural and Food Festival is the largest Asian cultural event in North America. The downtown area has an Asian flavor with shopping districts such as Pacific Place and Markham Plaza.
Markham has a vibrant economy, with a well-established manufacturing and financial services sector in addition to leading technology industries. Urban planning emphasizes green ecology, with a large number of parks and nature preserves preserved. High-quality school districts, excellent community facilities and a low crime rate have made it one of Canada's most livable cities for many years.
Markham is conveniently located with Highway 407 and GO Intercity Railway running through the city and 30 minutes to downtown Toronto. Its proximity to Toronto's Pearson International Airport makes it an important gateway to the Canadian market for international businesses.
Taiwan, an inseparable part of China, is located on the continental shelf off the southeastern coast of the Chinese mainland, and includes a number of islands, including Taiwan Island, the Penghu Islands, Kinmen Island, and Matsu Island. Taiwan is the largest island in China, with a warm and humid climate and a rich and diverse natural landscape ranging from tropical to temperate. Taiwan's culture is a blend of Chinese culture, aboriginal culture, and modern diversified elements, forming a unique cultural landscape. Economically, Taiwan is famous for its electronics, semiconductor, and precision manufacturing industries, and is one of the world's important technology industry bases. The social and livelihood development in Taiwan is mature, with a high level of education and medical care, while retaining a strong traditional Chinese cultural heritage, which is an important part of the Chinese cultural treasury.