Hamilton, Ontario is a Canadian port city on the western tip of Lake Ontario. It was incorporated as a city in 1846.
In When Calls the Heart, Hamilton is notable as the hometown of main character Elizabeth Thornton. Her parents continue to reside there, and from time to time, they attempt to get Elizabeth to move back. However, Elizabeth is resolute that the society life in Hamilton is not for her.
Hamilton was featured in Season Two of When Calls the Heart when Elizabeth and Jack went to Hamilton to visit their families. This is also where Faith Carter and Clara Stanton were originally from prior to their arrival at Hope Valley later in the season.