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America/Toronto |
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UTC-5 |
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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.
Rawlins is the county seat of Carbon County in the U.S. state of Wyoming, located in the south-central part of the state about 180 miles from the state capital, Cheyenne. Located along the North American Continental Divide, the city has an average elevation of about 2,100 meters above sea level and has a semi-arid climate with cold, snowy winters and mild, dry summers.
Founded in the 1880s, Rawlins sprang up as a result of the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad, which took its name from early railroad engineer John Rawlins. Today, it remains an important transportation node, straddling Interstate 80 and U.S. Highway 30, connecting major cities such as Denver and Salt Lake City.
The economy is dominated by the energy industry, and the surrounding area is rich in oil, natural gas and coal resources. The nearby Wyoming Frontier Prison opens as a history museum, attracting visitors to explore Old West history. Outdoor enthusiasts can experience the natural beauty of the eastern foothills of the Rocky Mountains by fishing or hiking at Seminole State Park.
As a small city with a population of about 8,000, Rawlins retains a quintessential small-town American West atmosphere, with community events including an annual rodeo and the Wyoming State Fair. Education is handled by the Carbon County School District, which provides public services from elementary through high school.