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>you're going to have a tough time convincing people to move somewhere with -40 degree winters.

But there's all that sweet, sweet Rideau Canal beer and poutine.

Aside from that, Ottawa is home to a [small, but] thriving startup and tech community. Prices as compared to SV or Vancouver or Toronto would be lower, while quality of life remains high. Even if it's less exciting. I don't think it's a terrible suggestion. (And I'm saying that from Toronto!)