Burlington Waterfront In the mid-1800’s, Burlington was the third largest lumber port in the country. The 1800’s waterfront was an incredibly active and lively place, and the economic driver of the City. Engravings from the period show a waterfront where every available space was used for lumber storage, rail siding, and other commercial activities. Read more about the evolution of the Burlington Waterfront on burlingtonvt.gov #burlington #burlingtonwaterfront #torontofilmschool #waterfront #torontoobserver #ontario