Kingston, ON strikes a beautiful balance – big-city perks with small-town warmth. Whether raising kids, working remotely, or building community ties, it is no surprise that Kingston tops relocation lists for families.

1. Education

Kingston offers a wide range of top schools from elementary to post-secondary. There are great public schools, a variety of private schools, and programs focusing on French Immersion, Technology, or the Arts for students in elementary and high school. We are home to Queen’s University, St. Lawrence College and the Royal Military College of Canada.

2. Excellent Healthcare

We have Hotel Dieu Hospital, Kingston General Hospital and Providence Care all right in the downtown core. They are teaching hospitals; research driven and allow Kingston to have a high number of specialists.

3. Location & Connectivity

Enjoy living in a smaller town with ability to be in Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal in less than 3 hours. We have an airport, train station and bus station which allow for easy transportation. Kingston is also 30 minutes to the border to the USA which makes for an easy day trip.

4. Affordable Living & Variety of Housing

Compared to larger cities, the cost of living and housing is lower in Kingston. There are many housing options for renters and buyers – condos, historic buildings, new builds, waterfront homes, expanding neighbourhoods.

5. Vibrant Outdoors & Recreation

There is an abundance of outdoor activities including Lake Ontario Park, Lemoine Point Conservation Area, Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area. Summer activities include Gord Downie Pier, Breakwater Park, Culligan Water Park, and Patry Aquatic Park; winter activities include the skating rink at Springer Market Square.