Best Places to Live in Ontario 2018
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Ottawa took the no. 2 spot, after spending two years in a row as the Best Places to Live reigning champion. This year, Ottawa was named the best place to retire, thanks to its ease of getting around and excellent access to health care. Toronto broke the top 20 this year, taking the 16th spot overall. Yes, it’s expensive, but housing prices are actually going up faster in the surrounding suburbs now, as buyers finally abandon the dream of owning a downtown home. Torontonians love to complain about the transit system, but the city still boasts the second highest percentage of its population that commutes to work by bus, streetcar or subway. And of course, you can’t beat the amenities the city has to offer — in that category, Toronto is no. 1. The Best Places to Live ranks 415 cities across the country based on 10 categories: Wealth and economy, affordability, population growth, taxes, commute, crime, weather, access to health care, amenities and culture. For more information, please see the methodology page.
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We Torontonians think, we are the best in everything although we complain a lot. Here’s a suggestion. Stay away from TO for 3 months in another country and you’ll be dying to get back home.