Archaeology is a historical science used to discover and understand past human settlement and behaviour through the investigation of material remains.

Origins and early history

Woodbridge had its origins with the British Crown granting the west half of Lots 6 and 7 and Concession 7 of Vaughan Township to Jacob Philips and Hugh Cameron in 1802. Woodbridge proper, however, did not begin to take the form of a settlement or village until the arrival of Rowland Burr in 1837.

Yonge Street

Later, Dr. Rupert, who lived in Maple, was such a respected member of the community that the town’s name was changed to Rupertsville. The town’s present name is said to originate from the numerous maple trees once found in the village along Keele Street.

Community growth

The first settlers in Maple during the latter part of the 18th century were German Lutherans from Pennsylvania. By 1825, British immigrants began joining them.

Early settlement

Kleinburg developed around numerous mills like many other riverside villages. In 1848, John Nicholas Kline bought 33 hectares (83 acres) of Lot 24 in Concession 8 west of Islington Avenue. On this land, Kline built a sawmill and gristmill.

Pioneers and early businesses

The Northern Railway was built in 1853 and ran from Toronto to Collingwood. For many years, the station located in Concord was called the Thornhill Railway Station. In 1854, the Concord Post Office was established and John Duncan served as the first postmaster for 17 years until 1871.

The Vaughan Super Trail

The Vaughan Super Trail is a bold initiative to create a world-class, identifiable trail that connects a variety of off-road pathways and on-road pedestrian and cycling paths. A key goal of the Vaughan Super Trail is to link communities and people with local nature, cultural heritage, communities and special destinations throughout the city of Vaughan.

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