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Woodbridge, Ontario

Woodbridge is a large suburban community in the city of Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, along Vaughan’s border with Toronto.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Woodbridge is a large suburban community in the city of Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, along Vaughan’s border with Toronto. It was once an independent village and was amalgamated into Vaughan in 1971. As of the 2021 census, its population was 106,810.

Geography

Woodbridge is located in southern Vaughan, in York Region, and forms part of the Greater Toronto Area. It lies along Vaughan’s border with Toronto and is commonly described by its highway boundaries and Humber River valley setting.

History

Woodbridge began as a settlement in the 19th century and was once an independent village. It was amalgamated with nearby communities into the City of Vaughan in 1971.

Population and community

Woodbridge is one of Vaughan’s largest communities by population. Census figures show continued growth, and the area is widely known for its residential neighbourhoods and suburban development.

Local character

The community’s traditional centre is Woodbridge Avenue, and historical development around the Humber River shaped its early growth. The area is also known for its significant Italian-Canadian presence.

Key facts

  • Woodbridge is a suburban community in Vaughan, Ontario, near Toronto.
  • It was once an independent village before Vaughan’s 1971 amalgamation.
  • Its traditional downtown core is along Woodbridge Avenue north of Highway 7.
  • The 2021 census recorded a population of 106,810.
  • Woodbridge developed historically around the Humber River and nearby farming land.
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Canadian context

Woodbridge is a major suburban community in Ontario’s York Region and part of the Greater Toronto Area, making it relevant to Canadian urban development, immigration history, and regional growth around Toronto.

Frequently asked questions

What is Woodbridge?
Woodbridge is a large suburban community in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada.
Is Woodbridge a city?
No. It is a community within the City of Vaughan.
When did Woodbridge become part of Vaughan?
Woodbridge was amalgamated into Vaughan in 1971.
What is the population of Woodbridge?
The 2021 census recorded a population of 106,810.
Where is Woodbridge located?
It is in southern Vaughan, west of Highway 400 and near Toronto.
What is Woodbridge known for historically?
It developed around the Humber River and grew from an agricultural settlement into a suburban community.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woodbridge,_Ontario
    Supports: Community location, former village status, amalgamation into Vaughan, traditional downtown core, and 2021 population.
  2. City of Vaughan — https://www.vaughan.ca/explore-vaughan/communities/woodbridge
    Supports: Historical development around the Humber River, early settlement origins, and community background.
  3. YorkRegion.com — https://www.yorkregion.com/news/boomtown-a-look-back-at-woodbridge-150-years-ago/article_b39068dc-ae2e-5e0c-be4b-8ce8b22296a1.html
    Supports: Historical naming and early village development context.