Globe and Mail: 4 Vancouver Island Communities Rank in Canada’s Top 50 Livable Places
Four communities on Vancouver Island have been recognized in a recent ranking of Canada’s most livable cities, compiled by the Globe and Mail. This assessment evaluated 454 cities across the nation based on 58 variables organized into ten key categories.
Overview of the Ranking Criteria
The assessment covered various aspects of city life, including:
- Economy
- Housing
- Demographics
- Health Care
- Safety
- Education
- Community
- Amenities
- Transportation
- Climate
Vancouver Island’s Strong Performance
While no Vancouver Island community made the top 10, Oak Bay came in at 12th place, making it the highest-ranked city from the island. Other notable rankings included:
- Victoria – 27th place
- Parksville – 30th place
- Sidney – 41st place
Nanaimo, although it did not make the top 50, was ranked 52nd. It was noted for being the second top city for quality of life in a separate ranking by Numbeo.
Insights from the Rankings
The Globe and Mail highlighted that the rankings provide a comprehensive overview of each city’s livability by combining scores from all categories. This year’s top city, North Vancouver, received criticism for its housing situation, emphasizing that each community has its own strengths and challenges.
Top 10 Most Livable Cities in Canada for 2026
The full list released by the Globe and Mail features the following top-ranked cities:
- North Vancouver, B.C.
- West Vancouver, B.C.
- Pitt Meadows, B.C.
- Ottawa, Ont.
- New Westminster, B.C.
- Oakville, Ont.
- Regina, Sask.
- Quispamsis, N.B.
- Vancouver, B.C.
- White Rock, B.C.
For a comprehensive look at all rankings, visit Filmogaz.com.
