There are plenty of great places to live in North America. If you're in the mood to switch from one city to the next, or even from one country to the next (move to Canada from America, anyone?), then there are a few cities you should have on your shortlist. Halifax is one of them.

Halifax is part of Nova Scotia, easily one of the most beautiful locations in Canada, if not the world. Nova Scotia is close to the US State of Maine, and Nova Scotia is prized for its lighthouses, views, cool ocean majesty, and, of course, fresh seafood. It's also close to Prince Edward Island, arguably one of the most beautiful islands in the world, which is also the setting of Lucy Maud Montgomery's beloved Anne of Green Gables series.

So why should you move to Halifax in particular? If you can answer, “Yes,” to each of the following questions, it could be the perfect destination for you.

• Do you love craft beer and pubs? Halifax is home to numerous pubs, most of which are proud of their craft beer selection. You might stick to a favorite pub or enjoy the variety that you and friend could find on a weekly basis.

• Do you love great cuisine? Halifax is proud of its culinary options. If you're allergic to shellfish, you might not have as good a time, but anyone who loves food, especially seafood, will have the time of their life eating out in Halifax. Fresh lobsters and oysters are only a few of the delicacies the city offers.

• Do you hate hectic cities? If New York sounds like a nightmare to you, with its crowds, crazy driving, and over-stimulation, then you might find Halifax the perfect place to put down roots. It is a city, but it's on the quiet, peaceful side. Essentially, you get the best of both worlds: peace, beauty, and nature, along with the opportunities of the city.

• Do you want the advantages of city life? Despite being a relatively calm city, Halifax still offers the peace of mind that being in a city brings. If you experience a personal injury, for instance, law firms Halifax will be right there to assist with insurance claims. If you need special medical attention, you’ll be closer to emergency facilities and hospitals. Life out in the middle of nowhere comes with certain risks, especially after a motorcycle or car accident, and the amenities of city life help protect you.

• Do you love fine arts? Halifax is home to plenty of great theater and art. The Neptune Theater has been around since 1915, and it continues to offer great entertainment, like family-friendly musicals like Cinderella and moving adult dramas like The Color Purple. If you're worried that the peacefulness of Halifax would have sapped the culture, you needn't be. There are plenty of tourists keeping the arts and entertainment industries alive.

There are lots of great reasons to move to Halifax, even more than will fit on one list. If you regularly find yourself hankering for some fresh lobster, wish you lived near great live theater, want the peace and beauty of the ocean, but you don't want to feel like you're living in the middle of nowhere, then Halifax is right for you. Of course, you can always start by taking a vacation in Halifax: but once you've stayed for a week, you might want to enjoy the beauty of this Atlantic city on a regular basis. Fall in love with a pub, the lighthouse views, and the proximity to Prince Edward Island. Once you see it up close, you may want to call Halifax home.