Daniel, I agree that small towns have their challenges and that the car can be the default mode of transportation. Here is my case, though:

I walk or cycle to most places in town. We do own a car, but only have one, 8 year old vehicle. My next trip to Toronto will cost $388 return, including all taxes. I have purchased cheaper tickets in the past year.

I agree that the culture of a small town can feel closed. One of the advantages of Sackville is that we have a university, which brings in people from outside the area.

As I said, it will be a challenge for small towns to attract people like yourself. I'm doing my own bit to make our town more attractive :-)