11 Best Places to Retire in Canada (2017)
7) Orillia, Ontario
Located on Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching, Orillia boasts miles of public beaches and waterfront parks. The thriving downtown area is always changing with additions like the recently constructed public library and state-of-the-art recreation complex. Orillia retains its small-town charm with its famous opera house and local museums. One of the best regional hospitals in the province calls Orillia home. The Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is the second largest employer in the city. The hospital has reached prestigious heights with a growth of 50% after its recent $83-million expansion and redevelopment. Orillia is also a well-connected city. Its convenient central location and public transit system allows access to major hubs in both Canada and the U.S. Toronto is just 93 miles south with buses scheduled 5 times a day. The U.S. border is also within reach at only 140 miles out of town.
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