A full, safe life

Although the cities in the region are bustling with vibrant life, many of the problems of big cities are noticeably absent. North Savo is an ideal place to live and enjoy a safe and stable quality of life.

Welcome to a haven of peace

According to the Talent City Index North Savo survey (2024), North Savo is seen as an attractive place to live, especially because of safety. The survey asked which city or municipality respondents would feel safest in and Kuopio received the most mentions right after Tampere and Jyväskylä. In terms of smaller towns, Iisalmi was considered the fourth safest in the survey.

So what makes North Savo a particularly safe place to live and work?

The basic elements of living are in good shape in North Savo. Everything is close by and accessible. The high-quality health care system in the region guarantees fast access to reliable treatment. The schools and educational institutions in North Savo provide safe learning environments that focus on well-being and the prevention of bullying. Peaceful and communal neighbourhoods increase the sense of security, and neighbours look out for each other.

The stunning natural areas and outdoor recreation areas in North Savo provide safe places to spend your free time. The forests, lakes and parks are well maintained and easily accessible. There is a strong sense of community in the region, and the wide range of cultural and recreational opportunities enhance social well-being and safety.

Work in Finland has listed the general factors underlying safety and security in Finland, which also reflect the atmosphere in North Savo:

• A unique mix of social stability, individual freedoms, and equality for all makes Finland the happiest country in the world, while also providing a foundation for safety and security. Here, the media is truly free, and the judicial system is the most independent in the world. Finland is also one of the least corrupt countries in the world, and the ethos of fairness is deeply rooted in the Finnish mindset.
• Finland ranks fifth in the EU’s Gender Equality Index, and almost half of the members of Parliament are female. The low poverty rate and income differences are also reflected in low crime rates.
• Major natural disasters are practically non-existent in Finland. The country is well prepared for unexpected situations. The four distinct seasons and cold winters are part of Finland’s charm, and the country is designed to run smoothly, no matter what the weather.

Finnish society is based on honesty, openness and mutual trust. Children walk to school on their own, and lost wallets are returned to their owners. This also reflects the values and lifestyle in North Savo. Welcome to North Savo to feel truly at peace and experience an overwhelming sense of safety!

Facts

• In North Savo, you can also train to become a safety and security expert yourself. The region is home to a wide range of security-related expertise. The Emergency Services Academy Finland is a specialist in civil defence training, preparedness training and international civil protection operations. The Emergency Services Academy has an excellent training area and other safety and security learning environments in Kuopio.
• In addition, the Karelia Air Wing, a unit of the Finnish Air Force in Siilinjärvi, trains conscripts, reservists and active duty personnel, monitors the airspace, prevents intrusions into the airspace and develops the readiness and capabilities of the unit.
• The region is also a hub of safety and security authorities, and the universities and research institutes in the region have a wealth of safety expertise related to water and nutrition.