Monitor Markham Traffic in Real-Time
Access 600+ live traffic cameras throughout Markham and York Region. Our interactive map provides real-time views of Highway 404, Highway 407 ETR, Highway 7, and city streets across one of Canada's fastest-growing tech corridors. Whether you're commuting south to Toronto on the 404, navigating congestion along the Highway 7 corridor, or heading through Unionville and Downtown Markham, our live feeds give you the visibility you need. No account required — just click and start watching live traffic instantly.
VIEW MARKHAM CAMERAS →Markham Coverage Areas
Markham sits at the intersection of several critical GTA highways, serving as a gateway between Toronto's urban core and the northern suburbs of York Region. Our camera network covers the highways and arterials that carry hundreds of thousands of commuters through this tech hub every day.
Highway 404 Corridor
180+ Live Cameras
Comprehensive monitoring of Markham's primary north-south highway, from the 401 interchange through Steeles Avenue, 16th Avenue, and Major Mackenzie Drive up to Newmarket. Track conditions at every major on-ramp and off-ramp.
Highway 407 ETR
130+ Live Cameras
Real-time feeds along Ontario's electronic toll highway as it cuts east-west through central Markham. Monitor the 404/407 interchange — one of the GTA's busiest junctions — and traffic flow toward Pickering and Vaughan.
Highway 7 & Major Mackenzie
150+ Live Cameras
Live views of Markham's most congested east-west arterials. Highway 7 between Warden Avenue and McCowan Road is notorious for gridlock during peak hours, and our cameras capture every intersection along this critical stretch.
Downtown Markham & Unionville
140+ Live Cameras
Street-level coverage of Markham's two urban centres. Monitor traffic around the Downtown Markham development, the historic Unionville Main Street district, and key intersections along Kennedy Road and Woodbine Avenue.
Features
Interactive Map
View all Markham cameras on an interactive map with real-time clustering
Grid View
Browse cameras in a filterable grid with search and sort options
Save Favorites
Bookmark frequently-used cameras for quick access
Live Updates
Real-time feeds from MTO (511 Ontario) and York Region systems
24/7 Access
Monitor traffic conditions any time of day or night
Mobile Friendly
Fully responsive design works on all devices
About Markham Traffic Cameras
TrafficVision.Live provides free access to 600+ live traffic cameras throughout Markham and the surrounding York Region. Our platform aggregates feeds from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) 511 system and York Region municipal cameras, delivering comprehensive coverage of one of the GTA's most important suburban centres. Markham is home to over 350,000 residents and serves as Canada's high-tech capital; according to 2021 Census data, local workers face an average one-way commute of 29.7 minutes, highlighting the significant daily pressure on the region's transportation network.
According to the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), the implementation of the COMPASS freeway traffic management system—which relies on high-density traffic camera networks—has been shown to decrease average incident durations on major highways from 86 minutes down to just 30 minutes.
The density of employers creates intense rush-hour traffic patterns, making real-time camera access essential for daily commuters. Safety remains a top priority for York Regional Police; historical data indicates that a motor vehicle collision occurs in the region approximately every 55 minutes, with the city experiencing an average of 25 traffic fatalities annually. In addition to highway monitoring, our platform provides live street-level views of major intersections along Kennedy Road, Woodbine Avenue, McCowan Road, and Warden Avenue, giving you full visibility into surface street conditions across the city.
For broader coverage, explore our Ontario traffic cameras page for province-wide feeds, or check Toronto traffic cameras for coverage of the 401, DVP, and Gardiner Expressway. You can also view cameras across Canada traffic cameras from coast to coast.
Build Your Markham Commute Route
Monitor every camera along your daily commute through Markham and into Toronto. Save your Highway 404 route for instant access during morning rush hour or winter storms. Learn how to check traffic before your commute and cut your travel time.
CREATE YOUR ROUTE →Markham's Traffic Challenges
Markham's position as a major employment hub within the GTA creates predictable but intense traffic patterns that demand real-time monitoring throughout the day.
Key Congestion Points & Seasonal Alerts
- Highway 404 Southbound Morning Crush: The 404 between Major Mackenzie and Highway 401 experiences severe congestion from 7:00–9:30 AM as tens of thousands of commuters head toward downtown Toronto. A single accident can add 30–45 minutes to a typical commute.
- Highway 7 Bottleneck: The stretch of Highway 7 between Warden Avenue and the 404 is one of York Region's most congested corridors. The planned Yonge North subway extension will eventually help, but current surface-level traffic remains gridlocked during peak hours.
- Tech Sector Rush Hour: Markham's dense cluster of technology employers along Highway 7 and Commerce Valley Drive creates concentrated traffic surges between 5:00–7:00 PM that ripple across the local road network.
- Winter Lake-Effect Conditions: Snow squalls moving across the GTA can create sudden whiteout conditions on the 404 and 407. Visual confirmation via live cameras is the best way to assess actual road conditions before heading out.
Watch Markham Highway Traffic Live
Check the Highway 404 and Highway 407 ETR interchanges in real-time. Monitor conditions at the 404/407 junction and avoid York Region gridlock by timing your departure.
VIEW HIGHWAY CAMERAS →Using TrafficVision.Live in Ontario
TrafficVision.Live aggregates feeds from 600+ official sources, including MTO (511 Ontario) and York Region, into one seamless interface. Our platform provides access to 135,000+ live feeds across 130+ countries.
Use our interactive map to find cameras at specific Markham intersections, or switch to grid view for side-by-side monitoring of Highway 404 conditions at multiple points along your route. Whether you're commuting from Unionville to the Financial District or checking conditions before a trip on the 407 ETR, our system works 24/7 on any device. Save your most-used cameras as favorites and build custom routes for one-click commute monitoring.
How many traffic cameras are available in Markham?
Markham has over 600 live traffic cameras available through our platform, combining provincial MTO highway feeds from Highway 404, 407, and 7 with York Region municipal street cameras.
Can I monitor Highway 404 commuter traffic to Toronto?
Yes, we provide comprehensive camera coverage of the entire Highway 404 corridor from Newmarket through Markham to the 401 interchange, allowing you to check southbound conditions before starting your commute.
Are Markham traffic cameras free to use?
Yes, all Markham and York Region traffic camera feeds on TrafficVision.Live are completely free to access and are available 24/7 with no account required.
Does TrafficVision.Live show Highway 407 ETR cameras?
Yes, our platform includes 130+ cameras along the Highway 407 ETR through Markham, covering the toll highway and its interchanges with the 404, Kennedy Road, and Woodbine Avenue.
Do these cameras help during Markham winter storms?
Absolutely. Live camera feeds provide visual confirmation of actual snow accumulation, road plowing status, and visibility conditions on Markham highways and streets during winter weather events — far more reliable than text-based forecasts.
Ready to View Markham Cameras?
Stop guessing about conditions on the 404 and Highway 7. Live traffic cameras show you real-time road conditions across Markham and York Region before you leave home.
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