🇨🇦 Montreal vs 🇨🇦 Toronto
Canada vs Canada — relocation comparison
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Montreal vs Toronto: The Short Version
- •Rent is 50% cheaper in Montreal ($1230/mo vs $1850/mo for a 1BR city centre).
- •Summers are slightly warmer in Toronto (27°C vs 26°C).
Montreal vs Toronto — Common Questions
Is Montreal cheaper than Toronto?▾
Montreal is cheaper. A 1-bedroom apartment in city centre costs around $1230/month in Montreal vs $1850/month in the other city (Numbeo data).
Which is safer, Montreal or Toronto?▾
Toronto is statistically safer based on UNODC homicide data. Montreal has a rate of 2.27 per 100,000 and Toronto has 2.27 per 100,000.
Should I move to Montreal or Toronto?▾
Too close to call. Toronto has a slight edge, but Montreal might suit you better depending on your priorities. See the full comparison above for rent, safety, internet speed, climate, and democracy scores to decide which city fits your priorities.
Is it easier to get residency in Montreal or Toronto?▾
Montreal: Canada Express Entry (complex process, Permanent residence). Toronto: Canada Express Entry (complex process, Permanent residence). See each city's profile page for full requirements.
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