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
- 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 its various library branches
- Downtown Kingston events calendar is your one-stop-shop for finding upcoming events, festivals, and concerts in the downtown area
- Tourism Kingston event calendar
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
