Enjoy Life in Kingston, Ontario, Canada
- History and innovation thrive in our dynamic city located along the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario, an easy drive from Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal, in the heart of eastern Ontario
- Selected as the #1 best city for students in 2023
- Striving to be one of the most sustainable cities in Canada
- Ranked in the top 3 Best Small Cities to live and work in Canada in 2022
Here's what else makes Kingston a great place to live and work:
- A comfortable size (147,000 residents in the region, 123,363 in the city)
- Most walkable/cyclable city in Ontario
- Location on Lake Ontario, by the scenic Thousand Islands, the St. Lawrence River, and the Rideau Canal. Also featuring Fort Henry, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Frontenac Arch Biosphere, one of Canada's UNESCO biosphere regions.
- A historic downtown with diverse and eclectic cultural offerings, entertainment and festivals year-round.
- Independent merchants offer interesting specialty and boutique shopping.
- Lots of dining choices to explore and taste farm-to-table cooking
- Farmers markets around the city that provide local food, home-grown goods and a strong sense of community
- Exceptional outdoor recreational experiences within minutes of the Queen's campus
- Assorted housing choices in safe, attractive neighbourhoods
- An excellent public school system with many choices for students to follow their interests
- The advantages of much larger cities with the lifestyle of a small city. Twenty minutes is considered a long commute.
What's happening LIVE
See Kingston's historic downtown and beautiful waterfront via webcam.
- Springer Market Square
- Breakwater Park
- Richardson Beach
- Confederation Basin
- Portsmouth Olympic Harbour
Visit City Hall and find out everything you need to know about being a resident of Kingston.
Community Event Calendars
- Downtown Kingston events calendar is your one-stop-shop for finding upcoming events, festivals, and concerts in the downtown area
- Tourism Kingston event calendar
- City of Kingston Feature Events
- YGK Events, a community-driven website with information about anything going on in Kingston
- Tune into Kingston Live to find out about upcoming concerts and performances
- Kingston Frontenac Public Library runs events for all ages throughout the year at their various library branches
Welcome to Kingston App
Discover the Welcome to Kingston App, your guide to your new community.
Key Features:
- Find essential local resources, from healthcare to housing
- Connect with community organizations ready to assist you
- Stay informed about cultural events, festivals, and activities
- Access support in over 15 different languages
