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Smiths Falls

Welcome to Smiths Falls

Smiths Falls is a town located in Eastern Ontario. The Rideau Canal, Ontario's only UNESCO World Heritage site, flows through the middle of the town and connects Smiths Falls to the cities of Ottawa and Kingston by the historic waterway.

Commonly called the Heart of the Rideau Canal, there are a variety of lakes and waterways in the area that offer outdoor activities. The Rideau Trail runs parallel to the Rideau Canal and the Trans Canada (Cataraqui) Trail runs from Smiths Falls to Strathcona. In addition, a variety of arts & culture and sports & recreation programs are available all year long, as well as service clubs and other community organizations.

Life in Smiths Falls means affordable housing, beautiful scenery, friendly people, and remarkable attractions. Smiths Falls is an English-speaking community that welcomes people from all cultures. It is the desired place to call home for immigrants from all around the world.

Visit the Smiths Falls municipal immigration portal to find information about living and working in this charming city.

Overview

Smith Falls is a centrally located city that features numerous lakes and other waterways. A great choice for commuters who work in neighbouring cities like Ottawa, but want to live in a less urban setting.

Smiths Falls

Proximity to large centres Ottawa Kingston Toronto
Approximate distance 80 km 95 km 350 km
Population 8,777 residents
Key industries Advanced manufacturing
Health care
Services sector
Tourism
Average house price
(single family detached)
$149,257
Average temperatures January July
1971-2000 -7C 26C
 

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Airports

Ethno-cultural organizations

Historical background

Multilingual fact sheets

Museums, landmarks and theatres

Places of worship

Transportation

Weather and what to wear

The Smiths Falls municipal immigration potal 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.

 
 
 
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