The search for love takes people to some weird and wonderful places. Some are successful, others less so. You may have the feeling that you have tried all avenues, but it is likely that there are many more to explore. Canadian singles looking for love should find inspiration in the following places.
The great outdoors
Everyone loves being outside, and there are various activities that can increase your chances of finding a partner in the process. The Canadian Rockies are perfect for spending some time hiking, and meeting other people with the same idea. Banuff and Lake Louise are good places to be based – both provide easy access to the mountains and the opportunity for some downtime in the Banff Upper Hot Springs.
Learning how to horse ride is another way to meet like-minded souls. The historic Reesor Ranch in the Cypress Hills of Saskatchewan offer lessons for beginners and intermediates alike. If horse riding isn’t your thing, join in on an organised grizzly bear or bald eagle spotting trip.
Religion
For those who have spiritual leanings, Church-based events and other religious activities can be a pleasant way to meet prospective partners. Whether it’s taking part in organised Christian dating or finding kindred spirits on a Buddhist retreat, keep an open mind and you might be surprised what you discover.
Relocation
According to online retail giant Amazon, some cities are more romantic than others. How does it know? By looking at the buying habits of city inhabitants – some, it seems, buy far more romance-related products than others. It stands to reason then that those living in cities where the inhabitants are more romantically inclined will be quicker to find love.
The top ten cities with the most romantic citizens are Kingston, Ontario; Guelph, Ontario; Kelowna, British Columbia; Oakville, Ontario; Victoria, Saskatoon; Regina, Calgary; Kamloops, British Columbia; St. John’s, Newfoundland; Richmond Hill, Ontario; and Red Deer, Alberta. If relocating seems like too much bother, visiting a dating site like eHarmony Canada can put you in touch with people in every city in the country.
Learning a language
Taking a language course enables you to meet new people and learn something in the process. As you progress, course-related outings will further expand your social group. Those who decide on French will do particularly well in Quebec, parts of New Brunswick, Eastern and Northern Ontario, and southern Manitoba.
Changing careers
Some careers are more likely to lead to relationships than others. Someone working in a commercial fishery might struggle, while those based in a city office have plenty of opportunities. According to the Toronto Sun, 59% of Canadian respondents said romantic relationships between work colleagues do occur.
While for most people, a career change for the sake of meeting people is unrealistic, that doesn’t rule out finding weekend work or even volunteering for a local charity. Anything that increases the number of people you meet is a positive step.
