Living


Welcome to Cornwall! This section provides you with the information you need to live happily in this beautiful, safe and friendly community. In Cornwall, you’ll find everything you need to enjoy an exceptional quality of life.

 

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Location

Before You Arrive

Moving to Cornwall is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Once you…

After You Arrive

Now that you have arrived, there are many things to do and it may seem…

Arts & Culture

The City of Cornwall is home to a thriving arts and culture sector filled with…

Housing

Housing is an essential need when you are in a new community. One of the…

Climate

Cornwall, nestled in Eastern Ontario, embraces a unique and captivating climate. This charming region experiences…

Environment

Visitors to Cornwall often comment on how green the City is. Residents take pride in…

Transportation

Cornwall is a very easy and safe city to get around in. The city has…

Pets

Cornwall is home to many pet owners, with many households having one or more pets…

Finance

You probably brought some savings with you to Canada to support yourself and your family…

History

The City of Cornwall is steeped in a rich and diverse history. Originally named New…

Social Media

Connect with Cornwall Online You can follow Cornwall on a variety of social networking and…

Services

Language

Cornwall is a bilingual city, with half of its residents able to converse in both…

Health Care

Residents in Cornwall have access to a wide range of healthcare services. This section provides…

Legal

The Canadian legal system protects you in many different areas of your life. Some newcomers…

Citizenship

To be eligible to become a Canadian citizen, you must meet the conditions in all…

Recreation

Cornwall presents countless opportunities for recreation all year round — be it an organized sport or…

Maps

Maps of Cornwall are readily available, both online and in printed form. Interactive Online Map…

Child Care

If you are working and have young children, you may need to make arrangements for…

Senior Services

Cornwall has a growing population of senior citizens and retired people, many of whom chose…

Permanent Resident Status

A permanent resident is someone who has been given permanent resident status by immigrating to Canada,…

Diversity

Cultural Organizations