My fiancee grew up in the suburbs and I grew up in the city although I spent some refreshing years living in the rural-suburbs. We decided to move out to the suburbs and not the city for many reasons. This isn't to say one is "better" than the other, they just have different advantages and disadvantages.
1. There is always ongoing construction and noise in the city--it's turning into NYC...it never sleeps! The suburbs rarely has construction and is quiet and peaceful...perfect for hardworking mommies and napping babies!
2. There are more rental properties in the City--meaning your neighbours will likely change often and the demographics of a neighbourhood can change quickly too. In the suburbs, you can count on making friends with your neighbours since they'll likely stick around!
3. The schools in the inner city are lacking in funds and aren't up to par. The schools in the suburbs are safer and often have more green space. I can attest to this first hand since I attended both a rural-suburban school and a city one!
4. Living in the City can be pretty expensive--parking fees are exorbitant and rental\mortgage is much higher. In the suburbs, rent\mortgage is cheaper for the same size home and parking is cheaper or included in the price.
5. Living in the City is easier if you take public transit. Living in the suburbs is fit for having a vehicle--and we have a car.
6. There are more provincial parks and green space in the undeveloped suburbs, including more ravines, ponds and wildlife such as deer and rabbits. In the City, there is more infrastructure and less green space other than designated parks.
7. Cities are bustling and busy! Suburbs are serene and quiet. (Did I mention that already?)
8. There are less shootings and crime in the suburbs than the City--perfect for child rearing!
9. Life in the suburbs is more laidback and old fashioned, you can find farmer's markets and get to know your butcher. In the City, expect big corporations and a more avant-garde approach to life.
10. There are often a lot of City strikes. You can avoid this by not living there.
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