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Cities & Living

Cities & Living in Canada

Explore Canadian cities and discover the best places to live. Get insider tips on neighborhoods, cost of living, and lifestyle in different regions.

Cities & Living in Canada

Explore Canadian Cities

Montreal
Quebec

Montreal

Vibrant culture, bilingual charm, and European flair

Affordable living & arts scene
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Vancouver
British Columbia

Vancouver

Stunning nature, mild climate, Pacific coast beauty

Mountains meet ocean
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Ottawa
Ontario

Ottawa

National capital with rich history and government jobs

Bilingual & politically central
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Winnipeg
Manitoba

Winnipeg

Cultural diversity, affordable housing, prairie charm

Gateway to the West
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Halifax
Nova Scotia

Halifax

Maritime beauty, friendly locals, coastal living

Ocean life & fresh seafood
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Kitchener
Ontario

Kitchener

Tech hub, growing economy, close to Toronto

Innovation corridor
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How we analyze the cities

01

Culture & Vibe

We try discover the unique energy, diversity, and lifestyle in each city to help you feel whether or not this city is right for your lifestyle.

02

Economy & Jobs

We explore key industries, job opportunities, and career prospects shaping the city, its economy and future potential.

03

History & Geography

We uncover the stories and unique geographical attributes to help you understand how the city came to be and how the climate affected it's evolution. Fun facts are mandatory!

04

Cost of Living

We get a clear picture of how much it would cost living in the city: housing, transportation, and daily life.

Toronto skyline

Most Affordable Cities in Canada

We've explored cities across Canada to help you find where your dollar goes the furthest — whether you're settling in the east, west, or somewhere in between.

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Most Affordable Cities

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Budget-Friendly Cities

Canada in numbers

Detached Homes In Major Cities Like Toronto And Vancouver

$1M

Average Rent In Canada, April 2025

CAD 2,127/month

Immigrants Lived In Toronto, Montreal, Or Vancouver

54%

How Canadians Rate Their Personal Happiness

69%

Recent Newcomers Who No Longer Live In Big Cities

50%

Best cities in Canada

A list of 50 most livable cities in Canada as per survey by Globe & Mail.

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Best Cities Ranked

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