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The City of Peterborough offers safe neighbourhoods with community centres, parks, trails and other activities for the whole family. Here you can experience the advantages of city living, while enjoying the benefits of country living.
Vibrant Community
The city of Peterborough boasts a dynamic downtown community teeming with small businesses and restaurants, a beautiful natural urban setting perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and those who love nature, and a thriving real estate market with options for living ranging from historic century homes to luxury condos.
Low Cost of Living
The Peterborough area is an ideal place to relocate. With a 44% lower cost of living than Toronto, you can live in an affordable area while still enjoying a luxurious lifestyle supported by the local economy.
Shorter Commute Times
Because the Peterborough area is smaller, commute times are too. You can traverse the entire city in a matter of minutes, and access popular destinations without sitting in traffic. The longest you’ll ever be stuck in traffic is while waiting in the Starbucks drive-thru.
Diverse Academic Community
The city of Peterborough has an impressive selection of academic institutions. With a large selection of public schools, catholic schools, including a French Immersion K-12 Catholic school, as well as 4 post-secondary institutions – including a college and university. You can feel confident that you’ll find a school that is the perfect fit for your children, no matter what grade they’re in.
Childcare Options
The city of Peterborough has a variety of childcare options depending on needs. Whether you need full-time, part-time, or occasional care, there’s childcare for you.
