Do you love the hustle and bustle of a big city? Are you a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants and cuisines every week? Do you enjoy going on activities throughout the year? Then, Toronto is the right choice for you. One of Canada’s most populated cities, Toronto is a multicultural city bursting with career opportunities, entertainment, and good people. 

It offers a ton of green spaces balancing the tall skyscrapers and metropolitan life. Outdoorsy people would particularly enjoy Toronto because there are several activities you can do throughout the year including hiking, going on trails, bicycle riding, kayaking, and fishing. In winters, take the Go Train up north and enjoy skiing. Local favourites include Toronto Island, the Beaches,  Rouge National Urban Park, and Trinity Bellwoods. 

When it comes to career opportunities, the top performing industries include wholesale and retail trade, professional, scientific and technical services, finance, real estate, healthcare and social assistance, and manufacturing. Top employers in Toronto include Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (over 15,000 employees in GTA), Magna International, Rogers Communications, Bell Canada, and Toronto District School Board. 

The Toronto District School Board manages 583 elementary schools. The Conseil scolaire Viamonde and Conseil scolaire de district catholique Centre-Sud offer a few French schools as well. The city is also home to four public universities including OCAD University, Ryerson University, University of Toronto, and York University, which are known for their world-class education and facilities. They also offer short term courses to advance your skills. 

When living in Toronto, you don’t necessarily need a car because the public transit is consistent and most amenities are located within a walking distance. Major routes have buses running 24×7, while the TTC subway runs service 6 am to 1.30 am from Monday to Saturday and 8 am to 1.30 am on Sunday.

Best Family-Friendly Neighbourhoods in Toronto 

With a budget of $1.5 million, I can help you find a spacious, updated townhouse or semi-detached house in Toronto in a good school neighbourhood and close to everyday amenities.  

• Centennial (West Rouge)
• Port Union Village
• The Queensway
• Old East York
• Hillcrest Village
• York University Heights 

Excellent public transit facilities 

Rapid transit service – Toronto Transit Commission 

Go Transit options – Etobicoke North, Weston, Bloor, Union, Downsview Park, Danforth, and Scarborough   

Other train options –  VIA Rail

Highways – Don Valley Parkway, Gardiner Expressway, Queen Elizabeth Way, and 401