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Canada🇨🇦
At a Glance
How Canada compares across key indices
Cost of Living
91 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
82/100
Healthcare
74/100
Quality of Life
174/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Canada
Cost of Living
91
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
68
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
91
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
95
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Canada - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
82/100
Crime Index
8/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Canada
Canada has 300 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,896 in Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie to $2,321 in Ottawa. Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension leads on safety, scoring 84/100. Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension ranks highest for quality of life at 172/200.
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Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie
$1,896/mo
Safest
Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension
84/100
Best Quality of Life
Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension
172/200
Best Healthcare
Ottawa
85/100
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Curated and popular cities first.
40 of 300 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa | $2,321 | 77/100 | 167/200 | 85/100 | 20 |
| Toronto | $2,177 | 77/100 | 167/200 | 83/100 | 21 |
| Montréal | $2,133 | 78/100 | 168/200 | 82/100 | 19 |
| Calgary | $2,105 | 79/100 | 169/200 | 81/100 | 18 |
| Edmonton | $2,081 | 80/100 | 169/200 | 80/100 | 17 |
| Winnipeg | $2,051 | 80/100 | 169/200 | 79/100 | 16 |
| Mississauga | $2,047 | 80/100 | 169/200 | 79/100 | 16 |
| Vancouver | $2,039 | 80/100 | 170/200 | 79/100 | 15 |
| Brampton | $2,039 | 80/100 | 170/200 | 79/100 | 15 |
| Hamilton | $2,026 | 81/100 | 170/200 | 78/100 | 15 |
| Surrey | $2,026 | 81/100 | 170/200 | 78/100 | 15 |
| Québec | $2,020 | 81/100 | 170/200 | 78/100 | 14 |
| Halifax | $2,008 | 81/100 | 170/200 | 78/100 | 14 |
| Laval | $2,002 | 81/100 | 170/200 | 77/100 | 14 |
| London | $1,998 | 81/100 | 170/200 | 77/100 | 14 |
| Etobicoke | $1,984 | 82/100 | 170/200 | 77/100 | 13 |
| Markham | $1,976 | 82/100 | 171/200 | 76/100 | 13 |
| Vaughan | $1,972 | 82/100 | 171/200 | 76/100 | 12 |
| Gatineau | $1,966 | 82/100 | 171/200 | 76/100 | 12 |
| Victoria | $1,962 | 82/100 | 171/200 | 76/100 | 12 |
| Saskatoon | $1,954 | 82/100 | 171/200 | 76/100 | 12 |
| Kitchener | $1,950 | 82/100 | 171/200 | 76/100 | 12 |
| Burnaby | $1,948 | 83/100 | 171/200 | 75/100 | 11 |
| Windsor | $1,940 | 83/100 | 171/200 | 75/100 | 11 |
| Longueuil | $1,940 | 83/100 | 171/200 | 75/100 | 11 |
| Regina | $1,938 | 83/100 | 171/200 | 75/100 | 11 |
| Oakville | $1,932 | 83/100 | 171/200 | 75/100 | 11 |
| Richmond | $1,932 | 83/100 | 171/200 | 75/100 | 11 |
| Richmond Hill | $1,928 | 83/100 | 171/200 | 75/100 | 11 |
| Burlington | $1,920 | 83/100 | 171/200 | 75/100 | 10 |
| Nepean | $1,916 | 83/100 | 172/200 | 74/100 | 10 |
| Oshawa | $1,914 | 83/100 | 172/200 | 74/100 | 10 |
| Greater Sudbury | $1,908 | 83/100 | 172/200 | 74/100 | 10 |
| Newton | $1,904 | 84/100 | 172/200 | 74/100 | 10 |
| Gloucester | $1,898 | 84/100 | 172/200 | 74/100 | 9 |
| Saguenay | $1,898 | 84/100 | 172/200 | 74/100 | 9 |
| Coquitlam | $1,898 | 84/100 | 172/200 | 74/100 | 9 |
| Barrie | $1,898 | 84/100 | 172/200 | 74/100 | 9 |
| Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie | $1,896 | 84/100 | 172/200 | 74/100 | 9 |
| Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension | $1,896 | 84/100 | 172/200 | 74/100 | 9 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
846 verified school profiles across 12 cities in Canada — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
A E Peacock Collegiate
Verified
Moose JawAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
A R Macneill Secondary School
Verified
RichmondAges varyContact school
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Ap Course Ledger
A Y Jackson Secondary School
Verified
North YorkAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
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Abbey Park High School
Verified
OakvilleAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
Abbotsford Christian School
Verified
AbbotsfordAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
822 more verified schools in Canada are available in the School Finder, with filters for city, age, language, credentials, and tuition.
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Canada
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Canada
Pollution Index
13/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
6.6ug/m3
Good
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Canada, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Canada?
Canada has a cost of living index of 91 relative to New York City (100). It is on par with or more expensive than major US cities. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,862 in Whalley and reach $2,321 in Ottawa.
What is the cheapest city in Canada for expats?
Whalley is the most affordable city in Canada in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $1,862 for a single person including rent. Delta is the next most affordable at $1,862/mo.
Is Canada safe for expats?
Canada has a safety index of 82/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Red Deer scores highest on safety at 85/100.
What is the best city in Canada for expats and digital nomads?
Sydney ranks highest for quality of life in Canada, scoring 172/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,866/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Whalley offers the lowest monthly costs at $1,862/mo.
How good is healthcare in Canada?
Canada scores 74/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Canada?
Canada has a pollution index of 13/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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