Niagara Region

Welcome to Niagara Immigration

Niagara Region, located between Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, is known for its fertile soil and unique climate contributing to some of the best farmland to be found anywhere and its acclaimed wine industry. The Niagara region is made up of 12 municipalities (cities, towns and townships) a short drive from one another and is home to over 430,000 people.

Located on the border with New York State, is a popular stopover for many visitors to Canada and benefits from a thriving tourism industry. Celebrated as the honeymoon capital of the world, the romance of the falls and the lush Niagara Region capture 12 million tourists a year.

Visitors from around the world travel to the Niagara Region to see the many attractions, from the breathtaking Horseshoe Falls to world-class theatre performances and historic Fort George. The wine route boasts some of the best wineries in the province and provides a picturesque welcome for visitors to the area.

Niagara region benefits from a spectacular natural setting with an abundance of walking and cycling trails making iit a desirable place to live. Visit the Niagara Region municipal immigration portal to find information about living and working in the great region.

Overview

Niagara's 12 distinct and vibrant communities each offer its own unique choice of recreational and educational opportunities.

District	Fort Erie	Grimbsy	Lincoln	Niagara Falls	Niagara-on-the-lake	Pelham
Proximity to Toronto	153 km	82 km	91.5 km	128.3 km	128 km	127.7 km
Average house price*	$184,884	$312,345	$298,011	$204,736	$371,298	$315,538

District	Port Colbourne	St. Catharines	Thorold	Wainfleet	Welland	West Lincoln
Proximity to Toronto	147 km	111 km	118 km	127 km	133 km	97.5 km
Average house price*	$168,000	$216,503	$207,906	not available	$182,354	$274,287

*Single detached dwelling

Niagara vineyard

Population

430,000 residents

Key industries

Agriculture
Manufacturing
Services sector
Tourism

Average temperatures	January	July
1971-2000	-4.5C	22.3C

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Cost of living

Information Niagara - directory of community services

Map of Niagara region and population

Places of worship

Settlement services

Weather and climate

Your Niagara - Access to municipal sites

The Niagara Region municipal immigration portal is funded and administered through the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration and Citizenship and Immigration Canada, as part of the Municipal Immigration Information Online (MIIO) Program. Visit the Cities and Towns section of OntarioImmigration.ca for other municipal immigration portals.

Will there be anyone to assist me when I arrive?

Make sure you prepare well before you arrive and that you have all of the documents you need. Try to arrange for a friend or a family member to meet you at the airport so that you get all of the help you need. Know that you can always use the Services Near Me directory to locate services and programs available in your community.
Where can I find information about my new community?

Visit our Cities and Towns section for municipal information or use the Services Near Me directory to locate services and programs available in your community. You can also contact your municipality for information on recreational activities in your area.
How do I apply for a Social Insurance Number?

Your Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number required for temporary and permanent residents to work legally in Canada and to access government programs and benefits. You can apply for a SIN at a Service Canada office. Make sure you bring with you the required documents and a completed application form.
Where can I get a health card?

If you are eligible, you can obtain a health card from a Service Ontario centre. You will need to fill out an application form and take it with you along with additional documents when you apply for a health card.
How can I find a doctor?

You can find a doctor by searching the directory of doctors in Ontario. You may also use you local telephone directory to find a doctor in your community.
Where can I find a hospital?

You can find a listing of hospitals in Ontario on the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.
Does the Ontario Government offer health insurance to immigrants?

Permanent residents, temporary workers, convention refugees and other specific groups may receive coverage under the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) three months after arriving in Ontario. Apply for public health insurance as soon as you arrive in order to ensure you are covered after your first three months. Find more information on OHIP eligibility and health care in Canada.
Where can I learn about Ontario's education system?

Find information about the school system and academic programs in Ontario.
Where can I go to improve my English?

Basic English language assessment and instruction for adults is available in Ontario. School boards also deliver English as a Second Language (ESL) programs for children and non-credit programs for adults. Use our language class wizard to find an English language training program near you.
How do I become a Canadian citizen?

The requirements and applications are available from the Government of Canada.