Peterborough
Home to approximately 80,000 residents, the City of Peterborough offers an ideal mix of country and city living. Listed in the 2009 top 10 ranking of “Canada’s Best Places to Live”, Peterborough features first-rate educational institutions, a thriving business sector and a welcoming environment for newcomers.
Within the city you will find a diverse range of neighbourhoods and housing options. Prices for renting or buying are lower than in large cities such as Toronto or Ottawa.
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Peterborough is an ideal place for entrepreneurial immigrants wanting to start a business. It has a skilled workforce, a great location and a diverse economy. There are also meaningful employment opportunities in many sectors for workers. New initiatives are helping employers attract, hire, and retain foreign-trained professionals.
The city’s many educational opportunities range from preschool for children to college or university for adults. For those looking to learn or improve their English, programs exist to meet all levels of proficiency.
In an area known for its beautiful rivers, lakes and forests, Peterborough is the gateway to “cottage country,” and an ideal place for new beginnings.
Development of the WelcomePeterborough.ca website has been funded by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration and Citizenship and Immigration Canada through the Municipal Immigration Information Online (MIIO) program. Visit the Cities and Towns section of OntarioImmigration.ca for more municipal newcomer sites.
