The essence of Charlottetown is the quality of life it offers its citizens. Situated on beautiful Charlottetown Harbour with boardwalks that stretch almost the entire southern exposure of the city. Charlottetown is a tourism resort destination. A clean and safe family community which also happens to be the centre of activity, amenities, shopping, entertainment, and investment in the province, all at a very low cost of living. Charlottetown’s classic downtown draws tourists, residents out for a walk and cultural events. It is very simply, a great place to be with other people, and spend time. The quality of life here is simply second to none.

New to Charlottetown? Check out our Newcomers Guide

The City of Charlottetown has prepared this guide for you and your family so that you will become comfortable in your new surroundings as soon as possible. We sincerely want Charlottetown to be more than your place of work and residence, we truly want it to become home, a place where your family can settle
down, make roots, make friends and enjoy a full life. We believe that Charlottetown’s greatest asset is the quality of life we offer to our citizens, and as a new citizen, we want you to be happy, safe, and prosperous. Welcome home.