11 Best Places to Live in Canada

10) Guelph, Ontario

This city has the charm of a small town with the conveniences of a large city. There is always a way to stay busy in Guelph. Plenty of nature trails, golf courses, and entertainment venues like the River Run Centre compose the city grounds. The Guelph Lake Conservation Area is a popular place for boating and camping. The unemployment and crime rate is among the lowest in the country. Guelph has a very high quality of life and is one of the best places to find full-time employment. Weather here is generally cold winters with mild, humid summers. Median household income is on the higher end of $80,000, however the average home price is around $450,000. Major industries are manufacturing, agriculture-food, and technology. Linamar Corporation employs the most residents in its production of automobile parts. Clearly, this city of 132,000 has a lot going for it.