Etobicoke

District of Toronto in Ontario

Etobicoke, Ontario is a highly diversified administrative district and one of the 6 municipalities that were amalgamated into the city of Toronto in the late 19990's. The city is bordered by Lake Ontario to the south, Etobicoke Creek, the city of Mississauga and Pearson Airport to the west, Humber River to the east, and Steeles Avenue West to the north. Etobicoke is primarily suburban but is also heavily industrialized, with some of the key characteristics being its shopping malls, transit and unique housing developments. The city houses the Islington-City Centre West, one of several central business districts outside of downtown Toronto. The construction, film and television, and retail industries are the most promising contributors to the economy. The city is well known for its lush landscape and numerous green spaces.