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In the southeastern part of Canada, on the Eastern Channel, in the Ontario Province, lies the city of St. Cattarias. It is located near the U.S. border, 51 kilometers from the center of Ontario and the largest city in Canada, Tortonto. The settlement was founded by loyalists in 1790. It was first noted on geographical maps in 1808. Many freed slaves joined the loyalists in St. Catharines. St. Catherines became a city in 1876. Thanks to its advantageous geographic location, the city is growing rapidly. The economy of St. Catherines is very important. It is home to a number of industries, including the metal industry, iron and paper, and machinery.
Because of its abundance of parks and gardens, St. Catherine is officially known as «Garden City» the city is a garden city. One of them – the park of Monte Montefeltro, which is a real rose garden. In 1964, the University of Brooks opened. St. Catharines is home to a balneological resort. In 1963, it opened a 40-meter-long bridge, the largest in the country.
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- Air quality: 25 US AQI Good. Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
- Tap water: Yes, safe to drink
- Religious government: Non-religious
- Population: 130,000 people
- GDP: $42,154 / year
- Foreigners can own real estate: Yes
- Power outlets: 115V60Hz
- Internet: 24 Mbps
- Best wireless: Wind
- Pay without cash: Yes, cards OK almost everywhere
- Tipping: In Canada, tipping is expected, and is meant to keep encouraging good service. A gratuity of between 15% and 20% of the bill before tax, depending on the level of service. Tip 15% for normal service, 20% for exceptional service.
- Apartment listings: Kijiji
- Apartments: Airbnb
- Hotels: Booking.com
- More hotels: Hotels.com
- Best coffee 24/7: Starbucks
- Best taxi: Uber
- Best coworking space: Fueled Minds
- Online electronics shop: Best Buy
- Best hospital: St Catherines Site
- Best short-haul air carrier: West Jet
- Best intl air carrier: Air Canada
- Monthly costs for expat: $2100
- Monthly costs for family: $4900
- Monthly costs for local: $1400
- Meal: $6
- Small Cola: $1.7
- Beer 1 Pint: $4
- Coffee: $3.5
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