Nestled between the greenbelt and the Ottawa River, families and seniors here enjoy a simple but vibrant lifestyle. Rich in cultural diversity, a high standard of living, and easy access to a variety of sporting activities, this bilingual city is just a four-hour drive from Toronto, two hours from Montreal, and minutes away from the best skiing and hiking in Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec. Home to 12 national museums, dozens of international festivals, a thriving high technology sector and an extensive network of biking and walking paths, there's no wonder Ottawa is home to people of all ages.

We are witnessing a fundamental shift in demographics that is having an enormous impact on the Canadian economy. Never before have we seen such explosive growth in the 50 plus market – and the heart of this growth is right here in Ottawa. But Ottawa isn't just about seniors. Chatelaine magazine recently ranked Ottawa as the best city in Canada in terms of low crime rate, air quality, job prospects and green space.