Top 50 Best Places to Live in Ontario in 2024- (From a local Canadian)

Last Updated on July 27, 2024 by William Alexander

Everyone will worry when they shift their home so you need to research completely about places where you are going.

Finding Best Places to Live in Ontario . No need to search further on google. Everything about the best places of  Ontario is given below. 

I am Stephen, an old Canadian and researcher . As a local from Ontario  I will completely guide you about  the cheapest places in Ontario to live . Also best places for visit here .

In my guide i will discuss about  all that things like , Location, Population, Cost of Living, Safety Index, Quality of Life, Nearby Universities, Known For, Tourist Attractions, Indoor things to do with place names, Outdoor things to do with place names, Average Income, Health facilities – Big hospitals, Events and Festivals, Crime Rate, Average cost of rent for 1-bedroom apartment, Average cost of buying a property, Best restaurants for stay.

After reading the complete article I am sure you can easily conclude which is best for you .

So let’s get started.

Ontario is the most  populous province of Canada and major economic powerhouse.It hosts Canada’s capital city, Ottawa, and its largest city, Toronto. Ontario has a high quality of life . Known for its advanced technology, best opportunities in  education and health .   

It has more than 2.5 Lac lakes that are full of natural beauty. Inspecting Ontario cities, it also has small towns for living . Ontario offers the best quality of life.

Top 50 Best Places to Live in Ontario in 2024.

Here is the list of 50 Best places . After that I am going to discuss it all .

1. Ottawa
2. Toronto
3. Waterloo
4. Guelph
5. Thunder Bay
6. Windsor
7. London
8. Barrie
9. Kingston
10. Aurora
11. Cobourg
12. Sault Ste. Marie
13. Brantford
14. Ajax
15. Oshawa
16. Vaughan
17. Cambridge
18. Mississauga
19. Hamilton
20. Kitchener
21. Orangeville
22. St. Marys
23. LaSalle
24. Russell
25. Whitby
26. Arnprior
27. Carleton Place
28. Oakville
29. Markham
30. Brampton
31. St. Catharines
32. Cornwall & District
33. North Bay
34. Greater Sudbury
35. Keswick
36. Collingwood
37. Newmarket
38. Stratford
39. New Tecumseth (Alliston)
40. Huntsville
41. Goderich
42. Bracebridge
43. Parry Sound
44. Woodstock
45. Perth
46. Peterborough
47. Burlington
48. Owen Sound
49. Centre Wellington
50. Sault Ste. Marie
51. Militon
52. Vaughan
53. Barrie

Ottawa.

Ottawa is included in Canada’s 100 largest cities.

Location:

It  is the capital city of Canada, located in eastern Ontario near the city of Montréal and the U.S. border. It is situated on the south bank of the Ottawa River, bordering Gatineau, Quebec. It is one of the larger cities of Canada.

Population

Ottawa has a population of approximately 1 million people.

Cost of Living in Ottawa.

• Monthly Cost for a Single Person excluding home rent  = CAD 1,100 – CAD 1,400
  
• Monthly Cost  for a Family of Four members excluding home  rent  = CAD 3,800 – CAD 4,500
  
• Average Monthly Rent for a 1-Bedroom Apartment near to city centre  = CAD 1,600 – CAD 2,000
  
• Average Monthly Rent for a 1-Bedroom Apartment outside from the city centre = CAD 1,200 – CAD 1,600.
  

Safety Index in Figures

Ottawa has a Safety Index of approximately 70 out of 100.

Quality of Life

Ottawa has high  ranks in quality because  of its clean environment, low crime rates, best  healthcare and education systems, and   green  scenery . It is known for its multicultural population.

 Universities in Ottawa 

• University of Ottawa
• Carleton University
• Saint Paul University
• Dominican University College

Known For

Being the capital city of Canada , important government institutions like  Parliament Hill , Rich history and natural green scenery ,Live music. Valley of Canada

Tourist Attractions

1. Parliament Hill
   
2. Rideau Canal
   
3. National Gallery of Canada
   
4. Canadian Museums
   
5. ByWard Market
   

Average Income

Average household income in Ottawa is approximately CAD 100,000 per year.

Health Facilities – Big Hospitals in Ottawa

1. The Ottawa Hospital .
   
2. Queensway Carleton Hospital.
   
3. Montfort Hospital.
   

Events and Festivals

1. Winterlude
   
2. Canada Day Celebrations
   
3. Tulip Festival
   
4. Bluesfest
   

Average Cost of Buying a Property

According to a new report Average Price of a  House in Ottawa  is approximately CAD 700,000 – CAD 900,000. 

Where you can stay in Ottawa 

It is considered one of the best cities of Ontario therefore too many options on stay and dining are available in Ottawa . Some of them are given below. These all are best according to my Recommendations. 

1. Fairmont Château Laurier
   
2. The Westin Ottawa
   
3. Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market
   
4. Beckta Dining & Wine .

Toronto.

This is the largest city in Canada.  This is the capital city and heart of Ontario.

Location

Toronto  is located  on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario, Toronto is part of the larger Golden Horseshoe region in Southern Ontario.  it is one of the best cities in Ontario. 

Population

According to the  counting of 2021 its population is Approximately 2.93 million.

Cost of Living.

Toronto is an ideal place to live, therefore its cost of living is very high as compared  to other Ontario cities . Here you can face issues of high housing costs, transportation, and dining.

• Single Person: Estimated  average monthly costs excluding house rents  are around CAD 1,200-1,500.
• Family of Four: Estimated  average monthly costs excluding house rents are around CAD 4,000-5,000.

Safety Index

 Approximately 60.92.  It  is considered  a moderately safe city , with low rates of violent crime as compared to other larger cities.

Quality of Life

 Toronto gives the best quality of life because of its  diverse culture, strong economy, Best  public services, and numerous  entertaining opportunities. 

Known For

• Its diverse culture .
• CN tower is the tallest freestanding structure in the world. And it’s a place to visit
• For sport teams like Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), Toronto Blue Jays (MLB), Toronto FC (MLS).
• Toronto, the capital of the province of Ontario.

Big Universities in Toronto .

Toronto is an educational city and the heart of Ontario. List of some big institutes are given below . 

• University of Toronto
• Ryerson University 
• York University
• OCAD University.

Tourist Attractions 

• CN Tower
• Royal Ontario Museum (ROM)
• Toronto Islands
• Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
• Distillery District
• Casa Loma
• Hockey Hall of Fame
• Toronto Zoo
• Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
• St. Lawrence Market
• High Park
• Ontario Science Centre
• Scarborough Bluffs
• Nathan Phillips Square
• Kensington Market
• Toronto Eaton Centre
• Rogers Centre
• Toronto Botanical Garden
• Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre
• Bata Shoe Museum.

Average Income

 In terms of Average Income Toronto ranked in the top here average income is Around CAD 55,000 per year, with significant variation depending on industry and occupation.

Health Facilities – Big Hospitals

• Toronto General Hospital
• Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
• Mount Sinai Hospital
• St. Michael’s Hospital
• The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
• North York General Hospital
• Toronto Western Hospital
• Women’s College Hospital
• Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
• Humber River Hospital.

Events and Festivals

• Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)
• Caribana (Toronto Caribbean Carnival)
• Nuit Blanche
• Toronto Pride Parade
• CNE (Canadian National Exhibition)
• Luminato Festival
• Toronto Christmas Market
• Taste of the Danforth
• Toronto Jazz Festival
• Toronto Fringe Festival
• Doors Open Toronto
• Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF)
• Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival
• Beaches International Jazz Festival.

Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment

• Downtown Toronto : Approximately CAD 2,000 – CAD 2,500 per month
• Outside to  Downtown Toronto  : Approximately CAD 1,600 – CAD 2,000 per month

Average Cost of Buying a Property.

Around CAD 1.08 million for a house.

Places to stay in Toronto 

According to my recommendations  

• Alo Restaurant 
• Canoe Restaurant & Bar 
• Scaramouche Restaurant 
• Richmond Station 
• Pai Northern Thai Kitchen 
• George Restaurant.

Waterloo.

It’s the best place to live in Canada according to me . People who live there are very kind.

It is also considered in affordable cities in Ontario.

Location

Waterloo  is  situated  in Southern Ontario, Canada, part of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo, near the cities of Kitchener and Cambridge. But it is not considered to be a part of the Greater Toronto Area. 

Population

 According to the counting of 2021 Population of Waterloo is Approximately 121,000.

Cost of Living

Overall cost of living in Waterloo is less than  other big cities like Toronto and its perfect place to live.

• Single Person:  Average Estimated monthly costs of living  excluding rent are around CAD 1,000-1,300.
• Family of Four: Average  Estimated monthly  costs of living  excluding rent  are around CAD 3,500-4,500.

Safety Index

 Approximately 70 . Waterloo is considered a safe city with low crime rates.

10 best job opportunities in Waterloo 

• Software Developer
• Data Scientist
• Mechanical Engineer
• Project Manager
• Cybersecurity Specialist
• UX/UI Designer
• Financial Analyst
• Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Engineer
• Marketing Manager
• Electrical Engineer.

Quality of Life

 It gives High Quality of life  because of the strong education sector, tech industry presence, and  energetic community life.  This Gives Excellent city life.

Big Universities.

• University of Waterloo
• Wilfrid Laurier University
• Conestoga College.

Tourist Attractions

• Waterloo Park
• Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery
• St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market
• Laurel Creek Conservation Area
• The Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics
• Earth Sciences Museum
• RIM Park
• Victoria Park (in nearby Kitchener)

Average Income

Around CAD 50,000 per year

Health Facilities – Big Hospitals

• Grand River Hospital (Kitchener-Waterloo)
• St. Mary’s General Hospital
• Cambridge Memorial Hospital 
• University of Waterloo Health Services.

Events and Festivals

• Oktoberfest (Kitchener-Waterloo)
• Waterloo Busker Carnival
• Winterloo Festival
• Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival
• Kultrún World Music Festival
• Open Streets Uptown Waterloo
• Elmira Maple Syrup Festival 
• Royal Medieval Faire

Average Cost of Buying a Property

 Around CAD 600,000 – CAD 700,000 for a house

Best Restaurants for Stay

Waterloo city offers many options in dining and stay while the following best options are given below .

• The Bauer Kitchen
• Beertown Public House
• Wildcraft Grill 
• Proof Kitchen 
• Solé Restaurant and Wine Bar
• Nick & Nat’s Uptown 21
• TWH Social Bar & Bistro
• Bhima’s Warung
• Copper Branch
• Red House.

Guelph

Guelph is considered as a royal city and one of the Best Places to Live in Ontario.

Location

Guelph is a city in Southwestern Ontario, it  is situated About 100 kilometres west of Toronto, close to cities like Kitchener and Cambridge. 

Population

Its Estimated Population according to the counting of 2021 is Approximately 140,000 .

Cost of Living

Overall Cost of living in Guelph is Slightly higher than the national average but lower than major cities like Toronto and Ottawa.

• Estimated  Monthly Costs for a single person  exclude rent of house  around CAD 3,000
  • Groceries: CAD 300-500 per month
  • Transportation: CAD 100-150 per month
  • Utilities: CAD 150-200 per month.

Safety Index

Safety Index score in Guelph is 72/100 and is considered one of the safer cities in Ontario with relatively low crime rates.

Quality of Life

Quality of Life in  Guelph is high due to  factors like low unemployment rate, high education levels . Best opportunities in jobs and technology sector. It is famous due to its  parks and rivers,

Parks and rivers

Parks

1. Riverside Park
2. Royal City Park
3. Exhibition Park
4. York Road Park
5. Centennial Park
6. Eramosa River Park
7. Hanlon Creek Park
8. Goldie Mill Park
9. Guelph Lake Conservation Area
10. Silvercreek Park

Rivers

1. Speed River
2. Eramosa River.

Nearby Big Universities  

• University of Guelph that is Located in Guelph
• Conestoga College . One  Campus nearby in Kitchener 
• Wilfrid Laurier University 
• University of Waterloo  30 km from Guelph 
• McMaster University   50 km from Guelph .

Tourist Attractions

• Guelph Civic Museum
• Riverside Park
• The Sleeman Centre
• The Arboretum at the University of Guelph
• Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate
• McCrae House
• Guelph Lake Conservation Area
• Royal City Park
• Guelph Farmers’ Market
• Guelph Public Library.

Average Income

Average income in Guelph is  Approximately CAD 80,000 per year.

Health Facilities – Big Hospitals

• Guelph General Hospital
• St. Joseph’s Health Centre
• Homewood Health Centre

Events and Festivals

• Guelph Jazz Festival 
• Hillside Festival 
• Multicultural Festival.

Average Cost of Buying a Property

Per Square Metre  price  near to the City Center is  Around CAD 6,000

Per Square Metre  price  outside  to the City Center is  Around CAD 4,000

Best Restaurants for Stay

• The Wooly Pub 
• Miijidaa Cafe 
• Borealis Grille  
• Earth to Table 
• The Bread Bar

Best Restaurants for Stay

• The Wooly Pub 
• Miijidaa Cafe  
• Borealis Grille  
• Earth to Table 
• The Bread Bar.

Thunder Bay

This is the cheapest place to live in Ontario .

Location.

It is a city in northern Ontario . Thunder bay is situated  on the northwestern shore of Lake Superior, approximately 700 km from Winnipeg and 1,400 kilometres from Toronto.

Population

Its Estimated Population according to the counting of 2021  Approximately 110,000 .

Cost of Living.

Cost of living in Thunder Bay is easily affordable . Its best city for those seeking budget friendly 

Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment

• Near the City Center: Approximately CAD 1,000 per month.
• Outside to the  City Center: Around CAD 800 per month.

Average Cost of Buying a Property

• Per Square Meter near to City Center : Around CAD 2,500
• Per Square Meter Outside  to City Center: Approximately CAD 2,000.

Safety Index

Safety Index Score  60/100 and considered as a safe city .

Nearby Universities 

Lakehead University (Located in Thunder Bay)

Confederation College (Located in Thunder Bay)

Tourist Attractions

1. Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
2. Terry Fox Monument
3. Fort William Historical Park
4. Mount McKay
5. Marina Park
6. Centennial Botanical Conservatory
7. Thunder Bay Art Gallery
8. Hillcrest Park
9. Ouimet Canyon
10. Kakabeka Falls

Average Income

Average  Income: Approximately CAD 70,000 per year.

Health Facilities – Big Hospitals

• Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
• St. Joseph’s Care Group

Events and Festivals

• Thunder Bay Blues Festival
• Canadian Lakehead Exhibition (CLE)
• Thunder Bay Folklore Festival
• Bay Street Film Festival

Best Restaurants for Stay

1. The Silver Birch.
2. Caribou Restaurant 
3. Bight Restaurant & Bar
4. Nook
5. Tomlin Restaurant.

Windsor

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 233,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	62.53
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	University of Windsor, St. Clair College
Known For	Automotive industry, multicultural community
Tourist Attractions	Caesars Windsor, Detroit Riverfront, Windsor Sculpture Park
Average Income	CAD 40,000 – 50,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Windsor Regional Hospital, Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare
Events and Festivals	Windsor-Detroit International Freedom Festival, Windsor International Film Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 300,000 – 400,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Neros Steakhouse, The Cook’s Shop Restaurant

London

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 383,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	58.76
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Western University, Fanshawe College
Known For	Education, medical research
Tourist Attractions	Budweiser Gardens, Victoria Park, Museum London
Average Income	CAD 45,000 – 55,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	London Health Sciences Centre, St. Joseph’s Health Care
Events and Festivals	Sunfest, London Ribfest, Western Fair
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,200 – 1,400/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The Tasting Room, Abruzzi Ristorante

Barrie

Situated in central Ontario.

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 153,000
Cost of Living	high like larger cities like Toronto
Safety Index	64.21
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Georgian College
Known For	Waterfront, skiing, and Barrie is also city is also known for recreational activities
Tourist Attractions	Kempenfelt Bay, Centennial Park, MacLaren Art Centre
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
Events and Festivals	Barrie Winterfest, Kempenfest, Barrie Film Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,100 – 1,300/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 450,000 – 550,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Michael & Marion’s, The Farmhouse Restaurant

Kingston

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 136,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	69.02
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Queen’s University, Royal military college of canada
Known For	Historic sites, higher education, Affordable city to live in Ontario, Best limestone buildings
Tourist Attractions	Fort Henry, Kingston Penitentiary, Wolfe Island
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Kingston General Hospital, Hotel Dieu Hospital
Events and Festivals	Kingston Buskers Rendezvous, Limestone City Blues Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,100 – 1,300/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Chez Piggy, AquaTerra

Aurora

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 60,000
Cost of Living	High
Safety Index	72.15
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Seneca College (King Campus)
Known For	Residential community, parks
Tourist Attractions	Aurora Arboretum, Hillary House National Historic Site
Average Income	CAD 60,000 – 70,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	South lake Regional Health Centre
Events and Festivals	Aurora Winter Blues Festival, Aurora Farmers’ Market
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,400 – 1,600/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 700,000 – 900,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Joia Ristorante, Fishbone Kitchen + Bar

Cobourg

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 19,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	78.34
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Fleming College (Cobourg Campus)
Known For	Beaches, heritage sites
Tourist Attractions	Cobourg Beach, Victoria Hall, Cobourg Marina
Average Income	CAD 45,000 – 55,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Northumberland Hills Hospital
Events and Festivals	Cobourg Waterfront Festival, Sandcastle Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 350,000 – 450,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The Buttermilk Café, Cucina Urbana

Sault Ste. Marie

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 73,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	60.45
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Algoma University, Sault College
Known For	Steel industry, natural beauty
Tourist Attractions	Sault Ste. Marie Canal, Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site
Average Income	CAD 40,000 – 50,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Sault Area Hospital
Events and Festivals	Rotaryfest, Shadows of the Mind Film Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 900 – 1,100/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 200,000 – 300,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The Mill Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Giovanni’s Restaurant

Brantford

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 100,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	62.30
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Wilfrid Laurier University (Brantford Campus)
Known For	Telephone City, historical figures
Tourist Attractions	Bell Homestead, Glenhyrst Art Gallery, Brant Conservation Area
Average Income	CAD 45,000 – 55,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Brantford General Hospital
Events and Festivals	Brantford International Jazz Festival, Scare in the Square
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The Olde School Restaurant, Sociable Kitchen + Tavern

Ajax

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 120,000
Cost of Living	High
Safety Index	65.50
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Ontario Tech University
Known For	Suburban community, green spaces
Tourist Attractions	Ajax Waterfront Park, Rotary Park, Greenwood Conservation Area
Average Income	CAD 55,000 – 65,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Ajax Pickering Hospital
Events and Festivals	Ajax Home Week, Rotary Ribfest
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,200 – 1,400/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 600,000 – 700,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Magwyers Pub, Ajax Convention Centre

Oshawa

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 170,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	57.60
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Ontario Tech University, Durham College
Known For	Automotive industry, education
Tourist Attractions	Parkwood Estate, Canadian Automotive Museum, Lakeview Park
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Events and Festivals	Peony Festival, Oshawa Fiesta Week
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,100 – 1,300/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 450,000 – 550,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Avanti Trattoria, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar

Vaughan

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 330,000
Cost of Living	High
Safety Index	68.74
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	York University (nearby in Toronto)
Known For	Canada’s Wonderland, corporate headquarters
Tourist Attractions	Canada’s Wonderland, Vaughan Mills, Kortright Centre for Conservation
Average Income	CAD 70,000 – 80,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital
Events and Festivals	Winterfest, Woodbridge Fair
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,500 – 1,700/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 800,000 – 1,000,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Terroni, The Captain’s Boil

Cambridge

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 140,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	62.12
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	University of Waterloo, Conestoga College
Known For	Cambridge city offers a unique Historic architecture, manufacturing
Tourist Attractions	Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory, Riverside Park
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Cambridge Memorial Hospital
Events and Festivals	Cambridge Arts Festival, Rock the Mill
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,100 – 1,300/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Langdon Hall, The Black Badger

Mississauga

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 720,000
Cost of Living	High
Safety Index	63.80
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	University of Toronto Mississauga, Sheridan College
Known For	Diverse culture, corporate offices
Tourist Attractions	Square One Shopping Centre, Port Credit, Lakefront Promenade Park
Average Income	CAD 60,000 – 70,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Trillium Health Partners
Events and Festivals	Carassauga, Southside Shuffle
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,500 – 1,700/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 700,000 – 900,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Rogues Restaurant, Michael’s Back Door

Hamilton

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 550,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	55.10
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	McMaster University, Mohawk College
Known For	Steel industry, waterfalls
Tourist Attractions	Royal Botanical Gardens, Dundurn Castle, Bayfront Park
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Hamilton Health Sciences
Events and Festivals	Supercrawl, Festival of Friends
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,200 – 1,400/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 450,000 – 550,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The French, Quatrefoil

Kitchener

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 242,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	59.75
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University
Known For	Technology hub, Oktoberfest
Tourist Attractions	Victoria Park, TheMuseum, Kitchener Market
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Grand River Hospital, St. Mary’s General Hospital
Events and Festivals	Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest, Blues Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,200 – 1,400/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 450,000 – 550,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Charcoal Steakhouse, Langdon Hall

Orangeville

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 30,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	70.25
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Georgian College (Orangeville Campus)
Known For	Historic downtown, cultural events
Tourist Attractions	Island Lake Conservation Area, Theatre Orangeville
Average Income	CAD 45,000 – 55,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Headwaters Health Care Centre
Events and Festivals	Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival, Founders’ Day
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Rustik Local Bistro, Soulyve Caribbean Kitchen

St. Marys

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 7,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	75.60
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	None within the town, but close to University of Western Ontario
Known For	Historic limestone buildings, baseball heritage
Tourist Attractions	Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame, St. Marys Museum
Average Income	CAD 40,000 – 50,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	St. Marys Memorial Hospital
Events and Festivals	Stonetown Heritage Festival, Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 900 – 1,100/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 300,000 – 400,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Little Red’s Pub & Eatery, Jennies Restaurant

LaSalle

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 30,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	74.30
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	University of Windsor (nearby)
Known For	Residential community, parks
Tourist Attractions	LaSalle Trail, Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex
Average Income	CAD 55,000 – 65,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Windsor Regional Hospital (nearby)
Events and Festivals	LaSalle Strawberry Festival, LaSalle Craft Beer Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,100 – 1,300/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 450,000 – 550,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The Cook’s Shop Restaurant, Gilligan’s Fire Grill House

Russell

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 16,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	79.80
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	University of Ottawa (nearby)
Known For	Rural charm, community events
Tourist Attractions	J. Henry Tweed Conservation Area, Russell Heritage Trail
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Winchester District Memorial Hospital (nearby)
Events and Festivals	Russell Fair, Canada Day Celebrations
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 350,000 – 450,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Russell Restaurant, P’tit Bar

Whitby

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 130,000
Cost of Living	Moderate to High
Safety Index	67.00
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Ontario Tech University (nearby in Oshawa)
Known For	Historic downtown, waterfront parks
Tourist Attractions	Whitby Waterfront, Lynde House Museum, Heber Down Conservation Area
Average Income	CAD 60,000 – 70,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Lakeridge Health Whitby
Events and Festivals	Whitby Ribfest, Brooklin Spring Fair
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,300 – 1,500/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 600,000 – 700,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Chatter Paul’s, Bella Notte Ristorante

Arnprior

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 9,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	75.45
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Algonquin College (nearby)
Known For	Small-town charm, outdoor activities
Tourist Attractions	Arnprior & District Museum, Gillies Grove and House National Historic Site
Average Income	CAD 45,000 – 55,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Arnprior Regional Health
Events and Festivals	Prior Palooza, Arnprior Fair
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 900 – 1,100/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 300,000 – 400,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Lumbertown Ale House, Danny Mac’s Pub & Eatery

Carleton Place

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 11,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	77.60
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Carleton University (nearby in Ottawa)
Known For	Historic charm, riverside parks
Tourist Attractions	Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum, Riverside Park
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital
Events and Festivals	Lambs Down Park Festival, Canadian Big Band Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 350,000 – 450,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Black Tartan Kitchen, St. James Gate Restaurant

Oakville

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 210,000
Cost of Living	High
Safety Index	73.40
Quality of Life	Very High
Nearby Universities	Sheridan College, University of Toronto (Mississauga Campus)
Known For	Wealthy neighbourhoods, lakeside parks
Tourist Attractions	Bronte Creek Provincial Park, Oakville Harbour, Oakville Museum
Average Income	CAD 80,000 – 90,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
Events and Festivals	Oakville Waterfront Festival, Midnight Madness
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,600 – 1,800/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 900,000 – 1,200,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Oliver’s Steakhouse, Cucci

Markham

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 330,000
Cost of Living	High
Safety Index	65.30
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Seneca College, York University
Known For	High-tech industry, diverse community
Tourist Attractions	Markham Museum, Toogood Pond Park, Pacific Mall
Average Income	CAD 70,000 – 80,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Markham Stouffville Hospital
Events and Festivals	Markham Festival of Lights, Night It Up!
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,500 – 1,700/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 800,000 – 1,000,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Smash Kitchen and Bar, Folco’s Ristorante

Brampton

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 650,000
Cost of Living	High
Safety Index	53.70
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Sheridan College, Algoma University (Brampton Campus)
Known For	Flower City, multicultural community
Tourist Attractions	Gage Park, Rose Theatre, Heart Lake Conservation Area
Average Income	CAD 60,000 – 70,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Brampton Civic Hospital, Peel Memorial Centre
Events and Festivals	Carabram, Brampton Fall Fair
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,400 – 1,600/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 600,000 – 700,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Toshi Japanese Restaurant, Canelli’s Italian Eatery

St. Catharines

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 140,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	60.20
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Brock University, Niagara College
Known For	Vineyards, Niagara Wine Festival
Tourist Attractions	Montebello Park, St. Catharines Museum, Lakeside Park
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	St. Catharines General Hospital
Events and Festivals	Niagara Wine Festival, Folk Arts Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,100 – 1,300/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Wellington Court Restaurant, The Yellow Pear

Cornwall & District

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 46,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	63.50
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	St. Lawrence College
Known For	Waterfront, historic sites
Tourist Attractions	Cornwall Community Museum, Lamoureux Park
Average Income	CAD 40,000 – 50,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Cornwall Community Hospital
Events and Festivals	Cornwall Ribfest, Lift-Off Hot Air Balloon Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 900 – 1,100/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 300,000 – 400,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Sheep’s Head Bistro, Esca Gourmet Pizza & Bar

North Bay

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 51,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	65.50
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Nipissing University, Canadore College
Known For	Gateway to the North, natural beauty
Tourist Attractions	Lake Nipissing, Chief Commanda II, North Bay Heritage Train and Carousel
Average Income	CAD 45,000 – 55,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	North Bay Regional Health Centre
Events and Festivals	Summer in the Park, Santa Claus Parade
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 900 – 1,100/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 300,000 – 400,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The White Owl Bistro, Churchill’s Prime Rib House

Greater Sudbury

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 160,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	61.20
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Laurentian University, Cambrian College
Known For	Mining industry, Science North
Tourist Attractions	Science North, Dynamic Earth, Bell Park
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Health Sciences North
Events and Festivals	Northern Lights Festival Boréal, Blueberry Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 350,000 – 450,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Respect is Burning Kitchen and Bar, Verdicchio Ristorante

Keswick

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 26,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	71.40
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Seneca College
Known For	Lakeside living, beaches
Tourist Attractions	Sibbald Point Provincial Park, Keswick Beach
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Southlake Regional Health Centre (nearby)
Events and Festivals	Keswick Ribfest, Georgina Pioneer Village Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The Corner House Bistro, Bailey’s Homestead

Newmarket

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 90,000
Cost of Living	Moderate to High
Safety Index	72.20
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Seneca College (King Campus nearby)
Known For	Historic downtown, Fairy Lake Park
Tourist Attractions	Fairy Lake Park, Upper Canada Mall, Elman W. Campbell Museum
Average Income	CAD 60,000 – 70,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Southlake Regional Health Centre
Events and Festivals	Newmarket Music Festival, Winter Wonderland
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,300 – 1,500/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 600,000 – 700,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The Goulash House, Cachet Supper Club

Stratford

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 32,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	74.60
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	University of Waterloo (Stratford Campus)
Known For	Stratford Festival, Victorian architecture
Tourist Attractions	Stratford Festival Theatre, Shakespeare Gardens
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Stratford General Hospital
Events and Festivals	Stratford Festival, Stratford Summer Music
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The Prune, Bijou Restaurant

New Tecumseth

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 34,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	71.80
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	None within the town, but close to Georgian College
Known For	Rural charm, Alliston Potato Festival
Tourist Attractions	Beattie Pinery, Museum on the Boyne
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Stevenson Memorial Hospital
Events and Festivals	Alliston Potato Festival, Tottenham Bluegrass Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Spring Basil Asian, Bistro Seven Seven

Huntsville

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 20,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	75.20
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	None within the town, but close to Georgian College
Known For	Lakeside living, natural beauty
Tourist Attractions	Algonquin Park, Arrowhead Provincial Park
Average Income	CAD 45,000 – 55,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Huntsville District Memorial Hospital
Events and Festivals	Muskoka Heritage Place, Huntsville Festival of the Arts
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 350,000 – 450,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Deerhurst Resort, 3 Guys And A Stove

Goderich

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 8,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	78.60
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	None within the town, but close to Western University
Known For	Port town, historic architecture
Tourist Attractions	Goderich Beach, Huron Historic Gaol, Goderich Lighthouse
Average Income	CAD 45,000 – 55,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Alexandra Marine and General Hospital
Events and Festivals	Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Goderich Festival of Lights
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 900 – 1,100/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 300,000 – 400,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Beach Street Station, West Street Willy’s Eatery

Bracebridge

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 16,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	75.10
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	None within the town, but close to Georgian College
Known For	Waterfalls, lakeside living
Tourist Attractions	Santa’s Village, Bracebridge Falls
Average Income	CAD 45,000 – 55,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	South Muskoka Memorial Hospital
Events and Festivals	Bracebridge Fire & Ice Festival, Muskoka Arts & Crafts Show
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 350,000 – 450,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Riverwalk Restaurant, El Pueblito

Parry Sound

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 6,400
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	76.80
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	None within the town, but close to Georgian College
Known For	Natural beauty, Georgian Bay
Tourist Attractions	Bobby Orr Hall of Fame, Killbear Provincial Park
Average Income	CAD 40,000 – 50,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	West Parry Sound Health Centre
Events and Festivals	Festival of the Sound, Dragon Boat Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 900 – 1,100/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 300,000 – 400,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Log Cabin Inn, Trestle Brewing Company

Woodstock

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 41,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	70.50
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Fanshawe College (Woodstock Campus)
Known For	Dairy Capital of Canada, historic buildings
Tourist Attractions	Woodstock Museum, Southside Park
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Woodstock Hospital
Events and Festivals	Woodstock Fair, Cowapolooza
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Charles Dickens Pub, Finkle Street Tap & Grill

Perth

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 6,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	77.40
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	None within the town, but close to Algonquin College
Known For	Historic town, architecture
Tourist Attractions	Stewart Park, Perth Museum
Average Income	CAD 45,000 – 55,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital
Events and Festivals	Stewart Park Festival, Perth Fair
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 900 – 1,100/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 350,000 – 450,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The Stone Cellar, Michael’s Table

Peterborough

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 82,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	68.50
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Trent University
Known For	Electric City, Trent-Severn Waterway
Tourist Attractions	Peterborough Lift Lock, Riverview Park and Zoo
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Peterborough Regional Health Centre
Events and Festivals	Peterborough Musicfest, Kawartha Craft Beer Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,200 – 1,400/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Rare, Ashburnham Ale House

Burlington

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 183,000
Cost of Living	High
Safety Index	73.40
Quality of Life	Very High
Nearby Universities	McMaster University (nearby)
Known For	Waterfront, Royal Botanical Gardens
Tourist Attractions	Spencer Smith Park, Mount Nemo Conservation Area
Average Income	CAD 70,000 – 80,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Joseph Brant Hospital
Events and Festivals	Burlington Sound of Music Festival, Canada’s Largest Ribfest
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,500 – 1,800/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 700,000 – 800,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Spencer’s at the Waterfront, Paradiso Restaurant

Owen Sound

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 21,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	74.50
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	None within the town, but close to Georgian College
Known For	Scenic beauty, waterfalls
Tourist Attractions	Inglis Falls, Grey Roots Museum
Average Income	CAD 45,000 – 55,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Grey Bruce Health Services – Owen Sound Hospital
Events and Festivals	Summerfolk Music and Crafts Festival, Owen Sound Salmon Spectacular
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 350,000 – 450,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The Curry House, Nathaniel’s Restaurant

Centre Wellington

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 28,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	73.80
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	University of Guelph
Known For	Elora Gorge, historic architecture
Tourist Attractions	Elora Gorge Conservation Area, Elora Quarry
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Groves Memorial Community Hospital
Events and Festivals	Fergus Scottish Festival, Elora Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 400,000 – 500,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Elora Mill, The Friendly Society

Sault Ste. Marie

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 73,000
Cost of Living	Moderate
Safety Index	70.80
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Algoma University
Known For	Soo Locks, Agawa Canyon
Tourist Attractions	Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre, Agawa Canyon Tour Train
Average Income	CAD 50,000 – 60,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Sault Area Hospital
Events and Festivals	Rotaryfest, Algoma Fall Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,000 – 1,200/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 300,000 – 400,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	Arturo’s Ristorante, The Mill Steakhouse and Wine Bar

Collingwood

Attribute	Details
Population	Approximately 25,000
Cost of Living	Moderate to High
Safety Index	74.00
Quality of Life	High
Nearby Universities	Georgian College (Collingwood Campus)
Known For	Skiing, Blue Mountain Resort
Tourist Attractions	Blue Mountain Resort, Scenic Caves Nature Adventures, Collingwood Harbour
Average Income	CAD 55,000 – 65,000
Health Facilities – Big Hospitals	Collingwood General and Marine Hospital
Events and Festivals	Collingwood Elvis Festival, Collingwood Craft Beer and Cider Festival
Average Cost of Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment	CAD 1,200 – 1,500/month
Average Cost of Buying a Property	CAD 600,000 – 700,000
Best Restaurants for Stay	The Tremont Cafe, Northwinds Brewhouse & Kitchen

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Final Words.

After reading the comprehensive guide about  Best Places to Live in Ontario in 2024 I hope you have complete knowledge to decide which place is best for you.

Simply  we  can conclude that if you are looking for a cheap and affordable city then Thunder Bay and Windsor is the best option for you while if you want to live in the most advanced places then Toronto and Ottawa is the best option .