Kingston is one of Canada's oldest cities. Currently the population is approximately 195,000. The City is renowned as the fresh-water sailing capital of North America and prides itself in being a major port for scenic entertainment, and for cruises of the breathtaking Thousand Islands. Lake Ontario provides recreation and helps to moderate our climate. Culture and the Arts abound, along with fabulous shopping, dining and outdoor recreational experiences. From dawn until dusk, you'll be amazed at what Kingston has to offer. Queen's University, the Royal Military College, St. Lawrence College, numerous museums, and Fort Henry, to name just a few.

Kingston has been shaped by a powerful sense of geography. The City's strategic location, where Lake Ontario feeds into the St. Lawrence River at the gateway to the Thousand Islands and the southernmost end of the Rideau Canal, provided prosperity through shipbuilding and national defence during the 1800s. Kingston was the first capital of Upper and Lower Canada before the National Seat of Government was moved to Ottawa.

A mix of vibrancy and tranquility may best describe Kingston. Heritage buildings blend with modern architecture. Restaurants and pubs offer a wide selection of cuisines in settings ranging from lively venues to quiet interior courtyards. Here in Kingston a solid Arts scene is nurtured by Queen's University, theatres and galleries. Many businesses (including tourism) thrive in this early Canadian city where Lake Ontario meets the St. Lawrence River. This is the city the Wilde, Treleaven & Chenier team is proud to introduce to you.

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