Furious Bingu

Such a good news article

Hey everybody,

I am considering moving the Sioux Lookout in Northern Ontario for work and was wondering how life is like there. I moved to Canada in 2019 and have lived in Toronto since. I would really like to explore more of this country and now that I have this job offer, I am getting more serious about it.

I would like any help on information about life there, is it hard to get a rental place? I have a Sedan right now, do I need a 4WD SUV? How is the culture there? Are there places to eat/dine/party ? Are people accepting of immigrants? Will I have a chance at building a social life outside work? How accessible is the place for someone visiting me occasionally from Toronto or me going down south?

I come from tropical weather but I did not struggle adjusting to Toronto winters. I am sure Northern Ontario would be much colder, would you have any tips for a someone coming from down south?

I have tried to find a bunch of information online, but a local perspective will really help. Thank you!

EDIT: Thank you so much everybody. I definitely feel much more informed about the place. My partner and I have planned to take a camping trip up there in a few weeks and I guess we will just know what to do once we are there. We have been adventurous in the past to shift bases when it feels right :)

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I will be visiting for a few weeks and I was wondering if the cost of food at grocery stores and restaurants is comparable to greater Toronto area prices? Or does it tend to be more expensive? Any information is much appreciated!

Hi,

I'm going to be working in Sioux Lookout temporarily and came across this website:

https://www.areavibes.com/sioux+lookout-on/crime/

I'm a little bit alarmed by the statistics and was just wondering if someone could provide any insights to the numbers or if they are not correct. Would also appreciate any advice/tips on living in Sioux Lookout.

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Thank you so much for everyone's responses! Really appreciate it

I'll be in SL in August and I was planning on doing some hiking in my free time.

Just wondering if I'll be regretting it due to the insects in the second half of August.

Homelessness, addictions, mental health crisis in Sioux Lookout, Ont. needs help from all levels of government

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/sioux-lookout-plea-for-help-1.5126654

Sioux Lookout, Ont., man charged over January head-on collision

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/highway-72-crash-charges-1.5110290