Clarkson is a  village west of Toronto and just east of Oakville. With a new  state-of-the-art parking facility, the Go station at Clarkson is one of  the busiest for commuters west of Toronto.
 

Clarkson was settled in the early 1800’s, mainly by United Empire  Loyalists seeking a place to establish their roots. By the mid 19th  century, the Clarkson family operated a train station on the Great  Western Railway as well as a post office and general store. Like the  other neighbouring communities, Clarkson is a mix of housing with  historic homes and post-war suburban structures giving way to infill  custom homes.

Clarkson has some unique attractions.  Rattray Marsh is 90 acres of environmentally sensitive wetland habitat along the  shores of Lake Ontario. Originally designated as a mastland (ship masts  for the Royal Navy) by virtue of its tall, straight birch trees, the  marsh changed hands until the 70’s when it was acquired by the City of  Mississauga. Home to numerous birds and wildlife, Rattray Marsh is a  great place for a walk.

Clarkson is also home to two museums. Bradley House is an example of a pioneer farm, complete with Maple Sugar Festival in March. Benares is a Georgian Revival-style house built in the mid 19th century and  home to the wealthy Harris family who are thought to be the inspiration  behind Mazo de la Roche’s Whiteoaks family of “Jalna.”  Both museums are  home to many community events throughout the year.

The Clarkson family of schools includes Clarkson and Iona Secondary schools and Clarkson, Owenwood and Green Glade elementary schools.