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Located a short 45-minute drive north of metropolitan Toronto, the Simcoe County region invites you to experience a nurturing educational environment, with a perfect blend of urban living and easy access to the great outdoors, arts and culture, shopping, recreation, and dining—all with that trademark Canadian friendliness.

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Education

Known as an education destination for international students, Simcoe County gives you the opportunity to study at any level—from elementary, secondary or post-secondary—at the Simcoe County District School Board secondary schools, Georgian College, and Lakehead University.

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Arts & Culture

The Simcoe County communities of Barrie and Orillia are home to 50+ festivals celebrating music, film, and more, attracting tourists from the Greater Toronto Area and beyond.

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Lifestyle & Recreation

Experience the full four seasons of Canada in Simcoe County. In summer, enjoy swimming at the downtown beaches, canoeing or boating on the pristine lakes of the region, or explore the network of urban and wooded trails by foot, bike or rollerblade.

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Sports & Entertainment

Just a Go Train ride away from Simcoe County are major attractions such as the CN Tower and the trendiest shopping districts of downtown Toronto—Yorkville, Dundas & Yonge, Queen West, China Town, Kensington Market, Church and Wellesley Village.

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About Simcoe County

Known as the vacation area for Toronto, Simcoe County is comprised of the cities of Barrie and Orillia in the safe and scenic Lake Country. With direct access to downtown Toronto via Hwy 400 and the train, Simcoe County is a relaxed place to live, learn and work, while being on the doorstep of Canada’s largest city.

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