Quality health care is a priority in the Rainy River District. Local residents and visitors are assured of personal and conscientious care at the modern and well-equipped hospitals. The District is served by excellent education providers and facilities. There are 14 public elementary schools, three separate elementary schools, and two high schools. Day care and preschool programs are availabe at various locations.
Affordable housing is available to meet all budgets.
Housing costs in this area are some of the most reasonable in Northwestern Ontario. New subdivisions have been developed across the District in addition to the numerous lakeshore, riverside and country properties. It is located on the shores of Rainy Lake and Rainy River, and along the Ontario-Minnesota border, making it the gateway to Northwestern Ontario. EMO, situated on the banks of beautiful Rainy River, is a vigorous resort community with a developed waterfront. The waterfront features a park and boat launch facilities, as well as excellent walking and bike trails.