Hi, I'm Bel the Mexico Correspondent and I was in San Miguel de Allende a couple of months ago. Is this the San Miguel you are referring to? I live in San Miguel de Cozumel, and there are other San Miguel's throughout the country so I just want to check I give you the correct information.
Assuming it's this San Miguel, allow me to put your mind at ease. I went out to the popular expat neighbourhoods outside of the city and they were full of beautiful modern homes and good infrastructure for driving around, close to major shopping malls and quiet. But if mountains aren't your thing, then on both east and west coasts you'll fine lively, fun beach towns and cities with plenty to do and beautiful natural scenery. I would recommend checking out (scroll to the bottom of) our Mexico page which has 43 places listed an there are plenty to choose from depending on the area you'd like to live. You can find that here - https://internationalliving.com/countries/mexico/
Warmest regards, Bel - Mexico Correspondent.

Hi Keith,
I adore my island Cozumel and have been here for seven years now. I love everything about it. the culture, food, people, but especially the ocean. The water is gorgeous.
Bel Woodhouse - Mexico Correspondent.

Hi Sherryl, I'm Bel, the Mexico Correspondent and yes, there are expats living in Mazatlan. Here are a coupld of Facebook groups: Mazatlan Expats and Mazatlan Buy and Sell so you have contacts for those living there right now to answer your questions.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/421874412236301
https://www.facebook.com/groups/498042901476569

Hi Robert,

Citizens of Canada do not need a visa to enter Mexico. You only need two things:

The first is your Canadian Passport, which has to have at least six months validity (from your arrival date in Mexico) left on it to cover your maximum 180 day stay in the country.

The second is a Mexican tourist card. It’s called an FMM (Forma Migratoria Múltiple) and used to be issued on your flight (if flying into Mexico) before landing.

Recently, this has changed and now you must apply online and print the form, which you can get here.

The same applies if you’re entering Mexico via a land border.

The FMM form is mandatory for all travelers entering Mexico from all other countries, including Canada. It will allow you entry into Mexico and a stay of up to 180 days.

The FMM has two sections. Both with identical information: name, nationality, date of birth etc. Fill them both in. One section will be retained at the border crossing or customs, the other section you need to keep. You’ll need this second section to leave Mexico after your stay.

Once you get through customs or across the border, keep the second half of the FMM with your passport, so there is no problem when leaving the country at the end of your stay.