With a population of approximately 80,000, Sault Ste. Marie is large enough to offer the amenities of a mid-sized city but still small enough to be personable. You can commute from the cottage into work in under an hour and ‘rush hour’ is an unknown reference of time. The Sault, as it is referred to by locals, is steeped in history. It’s geographical location has long made it a vital hub for transportation and commerce. For you, it means accessibility:
* located at the junction of the Great Lakes (between Lake Superior and Lake Huron)
* the most westerly port of call on the St. Lawrence Seaway system
* shares the border with Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan (population approximately 16,000) which is accessible via the International Bridge
* just over an hour’s flight to major southern Ontario cities
The Sault and surrounding area boasts cultural, recreational and sports attractions ranging from Arts to Zoos. Beaches, provincial parks, ski slopes, snowmobile trails and hiking trails are plentiful and most within an hour’s drive. The diversity of the Algoma landscape is evident with low, slightly rolling terrain eastward and rugged shorelines and rock outcrops north of the city. It’s no surprise that our local slogan is “Naturally Gifted.”
Visit Discover the Sault for information for people new to the Soo!
www.discoverthesault.ca