Ontario

Canada has much to offer retirees! With its natural beauty and a variety of climates throughout the country depending on the time of year, there is a place for almost everyone!! Stretching from the Pacific Ocean in the west, to the Atlantic in the east Canada offers an array of different cities, landscapes and lifestyles!

Barrie, ON
Barrie is a vibrant and attractive city with sandy beaches for sunning and swimming as well as a busy downtown full of events to participate in throughout the year.
www.city.barrie.on.ca

Belleville, ON
Located on the shores of the lovely Bay of Quinte and the Moira River, residents are never more than just a few short minutes away from the waterfront.
www.city.belleville.on.ca

Brantford, ON
Interested in some hometown hospitality? How about natural beauty of landscape and waterways? All of this makes Brantford a choice destination.
www.city.brantford.on.ca
www.visitbrantford.ca

Brockville, ON
Brockville offers one of the most accessible waterfronts and many of Canada’s historical treasures. You will enjoy the small-town hospitality they have to offer!
www.brockville.com
www.brockvilletourism.com

Chatham-Kent, ON
Chatham-Kent is located in the southernmost region of both Ontario and Canada, on the shores of Lake St.Clair and Lake Erie. It is an area rich with history and much culture!
www.chatham-kent.ca/default.htm

Cobourg, ON
Wouldn’t you love to live somewhere rich with history and beauty? Retirees can celebrate the history, natural beauty and sense of community spirit that contribute to the charm of Cobourg.
www.town.cobourg.on.ca

Collingwood, ON
Collingwood is located in the heart of Ontario’s finest four-season destination area. Easy to reach, Collingwood offers a combination of old time charm and history with the best recreation in Southern Ontario.
www.town.collingwood.on.ca
www.collingwoodnow.com

Cornwall, ON
Here you will find a city taking pride in being able to combine small-town warmth and hospitality with big-city facilities and services.
www.city.cornwall.on.ca
www.visit.cornwall.on.ca

Guelph, ON
A vibrant community of over 100,000 people, Guelph is located in the heart of southern Ontario. It is one of the fastest growing economic regions in Canada.
www.guelph.ca

Hamilton, ON
Looking for a city for all seasons? Hamilton offers many natural and man-made diversions. It is one of Canada’s oldest cities and you will be surrounded by beautiful architecture and stunning waterfront landscapes.
www.myhamilton.ca/myhamilton/CityandGovernment

Kawartha Lakes, ON
A beautiful landscape filled with lakes and rivers. Linked by the scenic Trent-Severn Waterway, there are all kinds of recreational choices for boaters, paddlers and anglers.
www.city.kawarthalakes.on.ca
www.kawartha.net

Kingston, ON
With a beautiful landscape of both natural and manmade assets, Kingston is a favourite for many people. There is a high quality of life, low cost of living and excellent health care. With great transportation and community services Kingston should definitely be on your list of places to check out!
www.cityofKingston.ca
www.kingstoncanada.com

Kitchener, ON
Efforts aimed at recognizing the needs of all citizens, combined with both economic and cultural successes, helps Kitchener maintain a reputation of being one of the most livable cities in the country.
www.city.kitchener.on.ca

Leamington, ON
Although it’s the “Tomato Capital of Canada” this town offers a constant flow of events. Visitors and residents can always fill their itineraries with things to do and see here!
www.leamington.ca

London, ON
London boasts much strength thanks to excellent ratings in culture, education, community services and health care.
www.londontourism.ca
www.london.ca

Midland, ON
Midland offers residents and visitors a dynamic recreational waterfront, affordable and estate housing, and all the amenities. This town is considered to be very safety and environmentally conscious.
www.town.midland.on.ca

Norfolk, ON
Combining the best of urban and rural life, Norfolk County offers excellent recreation, shopping and investment opportunities
www.norfolkcounty.on.ca

North Bay, ON
North Bay is nestled between Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake. It is conveniently located just three and a half hours from centres such as Toronto and Ottawa.
www.city.north-bay.on.ca

Orillia, ON
Located on the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching, retirees can enjoy the peaceful waterfront as well as the architectural heritage and charm of the downtown district
www.city.orillia.on.ca
www.orillia.com/visit.html

Oshawa, ON
Oshawa offers the best of beautiful parklands, hiking trails, bike trails and the Waterfront Trail along the shores of Lake Ontario.
www.oshawa.ca

Ottawa-Gatineau
Whether you want to retire to an area that offers culture, history or simply natural outdoor attractions, Canada’s Capital region offers a unique combination of them all.
www.ottawa.com/main_e.shtml
www.city.ottawa.on.ca

Owen Sound, ON
Owen Sound is a near-perfect place for retirees seeking a relaxed lifestyle with an emphasis on the outdoors in a friendly, small city!
www.city.owen-sound.on.ca
www.owensound.ca

Pembroke, ON
From well-maintained sports and recreational facilities to programs and services aimed at health and wellness you’ll find resources that contribute to your well being.
www.pembrokeontario.com

Peterborough, ON
Peterborough is a diversified and active community with a population of approximately 70,000 people. The city is located in one of the loveliest lake areas in Canada.
www.city.peterborough.on.ca
www.peterboro.info

Sarnia, ON
Situated on the south shore of Lake Huron, Sarnia is a relatively small city in population. Sarnia is also one of Ontario's main access points to the United States and is located across the St. Clair River from the state of Michigan, just an hour northeast of Detroit
www.city.sarnia.on.ca
www.sarnia.com

Sault Ste. Marie
Located in the heart of the Great Lakes, "The Sault" is a culturally diverse community offering a variety of activities complimented by a thriving arts community.
www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca
www.sault-canada.com/flash/splash/flash.asp

St. Catharines – Niagara
Nicknamed "The Garden City" due to its 1,000 acres of groomed parks, gardens and trails, St. Catharines is the largest city in the Niagara region.
www.st.catharines.com
www.stcatharines.ca

Stratford, ON
Interested in exquisite landscapes? How about a world-class theater? Or perhaps you like the idea of excellent community services and volunteer opportunities. Stratford boasts all of these and so much more!
www.city.stratford.on.ca
www.stratfordfestival.ca

Thunder Bay, ON
Nature and history have formed many attractions in Thunder Bay and the residents take pride in being part of a place to enjoy through all the seasons.
www.thunderbay.ca
www.thunderbaytourism.com

Tillsonburg, ON
An active community full of heritage, Tillsonburg is located in Southwestern Ontario.
www.tillsonburg.com

Timmins, ON
What about living in the “city with a heart of gold”? That’s where you’ll be if you land in Timmins, Ontario.
www.timmins.ca/old/index.php

Toronto, ON
The capital city of Ontario is a sophisticated area with good residential neighborhoods. There is also a range of ethnic restaurants and entertainment to experience!
www.toronto.ca
www.toronto.com

Windsor, ON
Canada's southernmost town, Windsor, is located at the U.S. border near Detroit. With a population of over 300,000 it is a metropolitan area considered to be one of the most diverse locations in the country.
www.citywindsor.ca
www.windsorontario.worldweb.com