You need to make an informed decision about where to live in Ontario. It is a good idea to know what a particular community can offer you and what you can offer it.
You might choose a community for many different reasons. Here are just a few things to consider:
Size and cultural makeup of local population
Urban or rural Job opportunities
Social and recreational activities
Services for newcomers
Public transportation/mobility
Weather
Community Profiles
Some websites have useful information about communities in Ontario. Many of these sites are created and maintained by municipal/city governments. Here are some useful sites;
Cities and Towns - Certain cities have developed websites for newcomers who are already living there or who are thinking of moving there.
Municipal websites - Information about communities to see if you want to live there.
Economic community profiles - Information from the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade. It focuses on the labour market, including population, labour force, wage rates, and more.
Statistical community profiles - Statistics Canada has a statistical profile of all communities in Canada from the 2006 Census data. It has information such as population size, the average number of people living in a home, and languages spoken.
Services Near Me - Go to "Search by Region" and select a region or city to find some basic information, such as geography, population, percentage of immigrants, and useful links.
For More Information
Canada's Best Places to Live - MoneySense magazine analyzes data for 100+ communities to discover the very best places to live in Canada. This is updated once a year.
Choosing a Safe Place to Live - Tips to help you choose a safe neighbourhood and building to live in.
Child-Friendly Neighbourhoods - Information about how to choose a healthy neighbourhood for children.
Settling in Canada - Profiles of some of Canada's major cities and regions.
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