Scarborough is the Toronto 'East District' since amalgamation in 1998, though it retains its original name for most local residents. Its borders are Victoria Park Ave. to the west, the Rouge River to the east, Steeles Ave. to the north, and Lake Ontario to the south.
With a population of 588,730, Scarborough is a city that is extremely multicultural which allows for great diversity in everything from stores restaurants and entertainment. Scarborough covers a large area and is home to numerous apartment complexes and housing rentals.