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Are you thinking of immigrating to Canada or have recently arrived? This website contains information to help you choose Peterborough as your destination and settle here. Peterborough values newcomers and the skills, experience and knowledge you bring. Take time to explore this website and learn more about Peterborough. Make our community yours!
Why Choose Peterborough
Settler Stories
The Greater Peterborough Area
The Greater Peterborough area is home to approximately 140,000 residents. It offers an exceptional quality of life, affordable cost of living and access to first-rate educational institutions. We are one of Canada's most walkable cities.
A safe and clean city, Peterborough is a short drive from Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal. The area offers the ideal mix of city and country living. Close proximity to markets in Canada and the United States makes it a great place to start a business.
With so much to be proud of, no wonder people in Peterborough are the happiest in Ontario! Come and experience it for yourself. Make our community yours!
Weather in Peterborough, ON
The weather in Peterborough follows four distinct seasons: spring, summer, fall (autumn) and winter. January is the coldest month of the year, and July is the warmest. Temperature is measured in degrees Celsius.