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Singles in Markham

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Markham at a glance

  • Markham is among the 20 largest cities in Canada, with a population of about 340,000.
  • It lies in Ontario.
  • It's about 21 km to Toronto, the country's largest city.
  • Close by: Stouffville (11 km), Pickering (11 km) and Whitchurch-Stouffville (15 km).

Where to meet in Markham

A weekday evening works well in Markham: places are quieter, you can actually hear each other, and there is no pressure to make it a long night.

Staying safe

  • Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
  • Never send money to people you met online.
  • Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.

Questions about dating in Markham

How far around Markham can I search?

More than 5.4 million people live within 50 km of Markham, in 21 towns and cities including Toronto, Mississauga and Brampton. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Markham free on YADate?

Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Markham or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.

Are the profiles near Markham real?

YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.

Can I date someone from outside Markham?

Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Canada or abroad.

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