York University Heights

Canada

York University Heights, also known as Northwood Park, is a neighborhood located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Situated in the former city of North York, it stands as one of the northernmost neighborhoods in the city, bounded by Sheppard Avenue to the south and Steeles Avenue to the north, east of Black Creek.

The area derives its name from the presence of the main campus of York University within its boundaries. The neighborhood is characterized by established communities primarily composed of immigrants of Italian and Chinese descent.

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