As the gateway city to the east GTA, Pickering (population 94,000) is strategically located where Toronto, York and Durham Regions meet. Pickering is an affluent community that boasts 200 years of history, along with unrivalled natural beauty, and small town charm with all the amenities and services that a big city has to offer. The City of Pickering is a municipal leader in fiscal management, service delivery, sustainability and the environment; and offers a wealth of cultural, sports, leisure and recreation opportunities to its residents. Pickering's $23-million pedestrian bridge connects directly to the GO train station and serves as an icon of infrastructure, sustainability and downtown revitalization.