Brockville, Canada

The population of just under 22,000 makes Brockville a small city, and residents must contend with a bureaucratic headache as the politically independent city falls under the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville for census purposes. However, this riverside community offers an array of tourism draws, from the historic Brockville Tunnel to the Aquatarium discovery center. While winters can be brutally cold, Brockville has been named one of Canada's safest communities by the World Health Organization, making it an appealing option for those seeking a quieter pace of life in Eastern Ontario.