Lifestyle

The most telling sign that Antigonish is unique among small communities? A vibrant town and county. There aren’t many small towns left in North America with a healthy downtown area but take a stroll down Main Street, Antigonish and you’ll find shops and services bordered by sidewalks of people who greet each other as they pass. Take a drive anywhere in the county and stop in one of the many lively communities filled with history and cultural diversity. With a population of 18,000, Antigonish is one of those rare places that have managed to maintain all the charm and simplicity of small community living while still growing and evolving.

While the tranquility of Antigonish’s beautifully idyllic surroundings can be restorative, don’t be fooled into thinking this is a sleepy rural community. Sports, recreation and cultural activities for residents of all ages keep life here active and fulfilled. Combined with a healthy economy and competitive business climate, Antigonish offers families the perfect balanced lifestyle.

As the proud home of Canada’s #1 ranked undergraduate university, St Francis Xavier, Antigonish welcomes 4,000 new residents every year, giving the town a fresh, young energy and an international flavour. The benefits of having a top university as a vital part of the community are many and Antigonish is famous for being an oasis of culture, innovation and academics without the pretension of big city living.