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11 Best Places to Live in Canada.
加拿大最适合宜居的十一大城市
Canada is the U.S.'s more peaceful, outdoorsy, and rugged cousin.
加拿大紧邻美国，这里的生活更为安静，这里的人们更喜欢户外出游，居民性格也更加粗犷。
Canada draws U.S. citizens, and foreigners from around the world, across its borders for several reasons.
加拿大吸引着包括美国公民在内的全球市民，其背后有几大原因。
Our northern neighbor provides universal healthcare (a hot topic right now in the States),
该国全民享受医疗保险，该问题如今成为了美国的热门话题，
competitive wages, and a relatively low cost of living.
以及较高的收入，相对低廉的生活成本。
Canada is home to more nature than even the most avid outdoorsman would know what to do with.
这里的自然景观可谓多种多样，这里有许多就连户外探险达人都不一定知道的地方。
Perhaps the great outdoors has a positive effect on people's mood,
或许外出游玩对人们的心理发展有益，
because when compared with the States, Canada has an extremely low crime rate.
相较于美国，加拿大的犯罪率极低。
Curious about the lifestyle that lies just beyond our northern border?
是不是对这个北方国家的生活方式感兴趣了呢？
Here are the best places to live in Canada.
接下来就让我们为您介绍一下加拿大的几座城市。
One: Ottawa, Ontario.
安大略省渥太华
The eastern Canadian capital is the fourth largest city in the country and considered one of the cleanest in the world.
渥太华位于加拿大东部，是安大略省首府，也是第四大城市，被誉为全球最清洁的城市之一。
Ottawa's population is just under one million people, most of who are gainfully employed.
人口不到一百万，工资水平很高。
Perhaps this is thanks to Kanata Park, Canada's largest research and technology hub, housed in Ottawa.
可能是因为卡娜塔公园，加拿大规模最大的研发中心就位于渥太华。
Kanata Park employs 21,000 people, and contributes 7.8 billion dollars to Canada's GDP (Gross Domestic Product).
卡娜塔公园拥有2.1万名员工，为加拿大的国内生产总值贡献了78亿美金。
Clearly, tech business is booming in Ottawa.
显然，渥太华的技术企业正在蓬勃发展。
The bilingual rate is 44% and the city has more engineers, scientists, and PhDs per capita than any other city in Canada.
人口双语率为44%，这里的人均工程师、科学家、博士学位拥有者超过了加拿大任何一座城市。
The median family income is around 100,000 dollars, making it the highest income city in Canada.
中等家庭收入大约为10万美金，也是加拿大收入最高的城市。
The average home costs around 374,000 dollars; not the cheapest on the list, but by no means the most expensive.
平均房价在37.4万美金左右，虽然不是最便宜的城市，但也绝不是最昂贵的。
Ottawa also claims low crime rates, rich culture, and plenty of sporting events, festivals, and other entertainment.
渥太华的犯罪率很低，文化遗产丰富，这里还会举办许多体育活动，精彩节日以及其它娱乐活动。
Two: Vancouver, British Columbia.
不列颠哥伦比亚省温哥华
The beautiful and livable city of Vancouver sits on the Pacific West coast of the country.
这座美丽的宜居城市位于西太平洋。
Vancouver houses the largest port for exporting Canadian goods.
它拥有加拿大规模最大的港口。
As a province, British Columbia's economy is on the rise and Vancouver has a lot to do with this.
作为省市，不列颠哥伦比亚省的经济发展向好，温哥华功不可没。
The biggest industries are exporting, biotechnology, alternative fuels, and software development.
这里最大的产业要数出口、生物技术、可替代能源以及软件。
As a city, the vibe here is more laid back when compared to more hectic Toronto.
作为一座城市，温哥华比起多伦多的快节奏要慢许多。
Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Rocky Mountains to the east,
西面是太平洋，东面是落基山脉。
Vancouver is an outdoor enthusiast's dream.
这里绝对是户外爱好者的天堂。
Winters are mild, with warm and sunny summers, ensuring this scenic city can be enjoyed in all seasons.
冬季气候温和，夏季阳光明媚，温暖和煦，人们可以一年四季欣赏这里的美丽景色。
The population is around 600,000 and very diverse.
人口约为60万，人口多样化显著。
The unemployed rate hovers around 5%. The only visible drawback?
失业率徘徊在5%，最明显的缺点？
The very high cost of real estate, about 1,000,000 dollars for the average home.
这里的房价较高，平均房价约为100万美金。
Three: Delta, British Columbia.
不列颠哥伦比亚省德尔塔
Included in Greater Vancouver, but functioning as an independent municipality, is Delta.
虽然属于大温哥华地区，但德尔塔算是一个直辖市。
If you love the sound of Vancouver, but can't stomach the exorbitant cost of housing, Delta is an excellent second choice.
如果你喜欢温哥华这个名字，但无法承受高昂房价，德尔塔绝对是您的第二选择。
True to its name, the city is located on the delta of the Fraser River.
地如其名，这座城市位于弗雷泽河的三角洲地区（delta）。
Nature lovers celebrate the many parks, bird sanctuaries, and beautiful Centennial Beach.
众多公园，飞禽保护区以及美丽的百年纪念公园海滩，这里一定是自然爱好者的天堂。
Hike or bike around Boundary Bay Park, with views of the bay on one side and mountains on the other.
人们可以在国境海湾公园徒步或骑车，一边是海湾美景，另一边是巍峨的群山。
Industry, agriculture, fishing, and commerce are the main businesses.
工业、农业、渔业以及贸易是这里的主要产业。
Delta's population is around 100,000 with an unemployment rate of under 5%.
德尔塔人口约在10万，失业率在5%左右。
Cost of living is more reasonable when compared to its' northern neighbors.
相比于北方其它城市，这里的生活费适中。
The average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment is just over 1,000 dollars.
二居室的平均房租为一千多美金。
Average cost to buy a small two-bedroom home is about 700,000 dollars.
两居室平均房价大约在70万美金。
Still pricey, but there is potential for high income in Delta.
虽然价格依然很高，但居民收入有很高的增长势头。
Four: Quebec City, Quebec.
魁北克省魁北克市
As the capital of Quebec Province, Quebec City is home to over 500,000 people.
作为魁北克省首府，魁北克市拥有50多万居民。
It's the second largest city in the province after Montreal and is predominantly French speaking.
它是该省继蒙特利尔之后的第二大城市，也是主要的法语区。
Located right on the Saint Lawrence River, this city is an important piece of the province's history.
位于圣劳伦斯河之上，该市是魁北克省历史的重要组成部分。
Due to centuries of French influence, many say the city has an old European feel and is rich in history and culture.
数百年来，这里受到法国影响较大，许多人称这座城市有古老的欧洲风味，历史悠久，文化底蕴丰厚。
The city walls of Old Quebec have been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
魁北克老城的城墙已被列入联合国教科文组织世界遗产名录。
QC loves its' festivals, the most famous being The Winter Carnival.
当地人喜欢过节，其中最著名的要数冬季狂欢节。
Major industries include transportation, tourism, and the service sector.
主要产业包括交通、旅游以及服务行业。
The unemployment rate is a low 3.5%. The median household income is about 60,000 dollars.
失业率仅为3.5%，中等家庭收入大约为6万美金。
The average cost of a home is 285,000 dollars, well below the national average,
平均房价为28.5万美金，远低于全国平均价格，
making QC a very affordable place to live compared to other major Canadian cities.
相较于加拿大其它主要城市，魁北克可谓是价格低廉的宜居城市。
Five: Burlington, Ontario.
安大略省伯灵顿
On the shores of Lake Ontario lies another festival-loving city.
安大略湖沿岸有一座钟爱狂欢节的城市。
Burlington is host to a number of fun celebrations including the Burlington Beer Festival, Ribfest, and Children's Festival.
伯灵顿拥有许多有趣的庆祝活动，包括伯灵顿啤酒节，“Ribfest”美食节以及儿童狂欢节。
The Burlington Downtown Waterfront is the place to dine out, people watch, or just get some daily exercise.
伯灵顿市中心的海滨地区可是享受美食的好地方，看人潮涌动，或是在海边做运动。
The location is ideal, making many places like Toronto, Niagara Falls, and the U.S. border very accessible.
地理位置优越，这里临近多伦多、尼加拉瓜大瀑布以及美国边境。
The Bruce Trail is popular in all seasons for hiking, cross-country skiing, and biking.
布鲁斯小径一年四季都受游客欢迎，人们可以选择徒步，越野滑雪或是骑车。
Downhill skiers will enjoy the slopes at Glen Eden Ski Centre.
格伦伊登滑雪中心的雪道一定受滑雪爱好者的喜爱。
There's a strong sense of community amongst the almost 200,000 residents, reflected in the low crime and unemployment rates.
人口近20万，人们的社区意识非常强，低犯罪率和失业率上就可以体现。
Burlington also scores point in the affordability category with a new home averaging about 340,000 dollars.
伯灵顿可谓是价格亲民，一手房平均房价约为34万美金。
The average salary in Burlington is higher than the national average,
平均工资待遇高出全国平均水平，
with a median household income of around 88,000 dollars.
中等家庭收入大约在8.8万美金。
