6 Most Affordable Cities in Canada in 2024

[@carollewis5468]

When I lost my job and my husband was retired we decided to leave Ontario and moved to Fredericton NB. and we love it. Found a home on 4 acres for 30% of the cost of the house we sold in Ontario and now have a very affordable retirement.

[@ginyuforx9632]

I wish all the rest of the old farts move out of Ontario. I'm sick and tired of slow geriatric drivers on 401 hogging all the lanes

[@dfunckt]

Sadly, people leaving Ontario for the better parts of the country are driving prices up in those regions.

[@thomaskamdoum552]

You're 100% right

[@sohalvr]

Thanks for sharing! My wife and I are in our 30s living in Calgary AB and are seriously looking at moving to Fredericton next year. We're fed up with the growth and noise of Calgary and are looking for a quieter life and Fredericton is really speaking to us to buy our first home. We are going to come visit next spring to suss it out. If you've got any advice in the meantime about daily living, prices, healthcare etc, that would be much appreciated!

[@juniperdog5523]

@@dfunckt. Well there is a give and take. Yes property values go up but these “city people” also bring a vibrancy and a demand fir good restaurants that maybe were lacking before. I live in a small town in BC where this is happening and there is good and bad.

[@manbtm1]

Great video, I agree totally about Windsor, it’s always been a hidden gem. There’s so much to do in the area and with Detroit across, five minutes away, you’re basically living in a large metropolitan area like Toronto without having to deal with the day-to-day hassle , you have pro sports, first rate cultural entertainment, world-class museums and symphony shopping and many other things to do literally five minutes away, The weather also is very temperate being so far south for Canada, actually the most southern point.Windsor itself is a nice town that offers a great restaurant scene and lovely parks and plenty of shopping also. Nice people too by the way, and some really interesting housing areas, the riverfront is absolutely beautiful. Check it out

[@BoondockSaintRyan]

I've lived in Windsor my whole life. I've given up on it. I'm looking to transfer out as soon as I can. I used to love it, but it's full of selfish, greedy, miserable people. Worth drivers, too many investors ruining the housing market. A mayor and council who don't care. It's really too bad. Potential.....yes. A healthy, vibrant future...... absolutely not.

[@NadiaDakroub]

I agree. My family moved from London to Windsor in 2019. I live in a suburb of Detroit now. Hope to retire in Windsor soon to join my extended family. Love the waterfront, parks and Canadian way of life with still being close to Detroit for sports, shopping and shows.

[@zartan-1975]

Windsor is a hole! It is dying at a uncontrolled rate! It is FULL of meth heads and massive amounts of other drugs! The bike gang’s literally own areas of windsor. The other areas are full of elderly dying people who have never kept up their houses! The costs of windsor are skyrocketing because of the people investing in houses and condominiums to rent at unreal prices!

[@babakoryani7913]

@@BoondockSaintRyan really?

[@John-pt5sr]

Planning to move there next summer

[@cyrillemrad4950]

I came across ur channel while applying for my citizenship application 1 week ago. I immigrated here 3 years ago under FSW and i live with my husband in windsor, ON. I chose windsor for its affordability, weather, proximity to Detroit. I just want to say that u ladies provide a VERY realistic content in ur videos! My 2 bedroom rental is 1300$ and u can even find cheaper than that. Windsor is a hidden gem. Absolutely no traffic, u can drive around the city in 20 mins stress free. If u miss the hussle and bussle u can cross to Detroit and if u like a more relaxing atmosphere u can drive the opposite way (to the county). Keep on the great content. Sending love ❤️

[@MakeThatChange]

Thank you Cyrille - it’s great to hear we’ve hit the spot! Do you plan on staying in Windsor?

[@cyrillemrad4950]

@@MakeThatChange for now yes! I like the weather here, we barely get any snow! My husband might be looking for a job in detroit 🤑 and get the usd flowing lol we still haven't crossed the border yet but we should be getting our visa soon. In addition , as u mentioned flying from Detroit is way more convenient than Toronto : cost wise and proximity too 😃 any more infos about windsor, i would be so happy to share 😊

[@lilik5694]

Hi Cirylle, How about job opportunities there ? Im coming under fsw program and im still confused. Im in the economic domain. Thank you in advance

[@lilik5694]

@@cyrillemrad4950 🙏

[@cyrillemrad4950]

@@lilik5694 the way i look at it is that: wage for every occupation is the same across ontario. When coming to Canada u might need to wait a bit until u get a job in ur field, so u might end up landing on a job with minimum wage 1st until u start getting the "canadian experience ". I started a 17$/hr customer service job and i was able to afford rent + living expenses which can not be achievable in places like Toronto with that kind of pay. Just like the ladies said : what's the point of having a higher paying job if u will spend most of it on rent.

[@susantrott3338]

Excellent breakdown! Thank you. I moved from Montreal to Ottawa in 1996, and we find it extremely expensive -- especially since COVID.

[@MarieAqua.c]

I moved to kitchener from Vancouver BC in 2017 then in late 2021 I moved from kitchener with my 2 year old to Windsor Ontario. Windsor has been a blessing, I can afford to live here with working just 1 job as a single mom. The people of Windsor are kind, very friendly and welcoming, I'm glad I made the decision to move to Windsor Ontario. Before I moved to Windsor, I had to chose between Calgary, Moncton new Brunswick and Windsor Ontario. The other 2 places are super cold and I was not really done with Ontario so I chose Windsor.

[@joywebster2678]

Kitchener has lost its unique history based on German settlers, its now India. And like Brampton, bursting at its seams.

[@BoondockSaintRyan]

​@@joywebster2678 So is Windsor. It's completely changed....for the worse. The figures in the video are lower than what it really is, too. They also didn't mention unemployment or median incomes. Investors have ruined the market here.

[@joywebster2678]

@BoondockSaintRyan I looked at the rents after the video, I saw like everywhere else in Ontario the rental prices are high. Windsor sucks and has for a long time.

[@charzanboo9940]

@Joy Webster Caucasians did it to themselves by accepting wokeism leading to falling birthrates. Don't blame Indians.

[@matthewsemenuk8953]

Two of my favorite Russian Canadians. Great videos with lots of great advice. I appreciate all the hard work and great content that all Canadians can enjoy.

[@MakeThatChange]

Thank you Matthew - it means a lot to us! Please do share feedback on how we could improve as well 🙏

[@333halfangel3]

They both are under cover KGB agents.

[@lytesamuel4004]

Hi there, I am so exited to get connected with you guys. You ladies are so amazing and inspiring. I was attracted to your topic here in KZbin while searching for Content guidelines in my quest of possible getting a sponsored job in Canada. Thank you, for this and many other of your tips. They are very helpful.🥰

[@truthseeker7685]

I’m Canadian born and raised. Edmonton should be on this list, it’s affordable for now. Secondly, Trois rivière will be hard to live in if you don’t speak French, even if you don’t have to work out of your home you need to speak the language. Thunder Bay is fine but it is very remote from many places- it is 18 hours from Toronto by driving.

[@ktowniecity7269]

agreed after living in edmonton, vancouver and montreal. edmonton is the best choice to get in the market. much less tax and much room to build in the prairies. global warming and the dry climate has really been a boon for the oil fields and the city of edmonton

[@samli369]

is it possible to live in Edmonton without a car?

[@ktowniecity7269]

@@samli369 nope

[@johanakitchenstyle8254]

I love the city trois-rivières I can speak French fluently and the rent is quite cheap. Merci beaucoup

[@Joy-ym3mx]

I am from Thunder Bay & so glad I "finally" left there 10 years ago. It use to be a beautiful city, with interesting activities & fun places to go, but all has gone 20+ years ago. High drug & alcohol use & has been deemed the highest crime/murder rate per capita.

[@davidkendall1614]

Yep. And the Police force was the subject of a not-too-good report in the last year or two.

[@alysbackincanada]

Medicine Hat, Alberta! Small city but affordable and beautiful. Sometimes it's better to go small than live in big city

[@MakeThatChange]

💯💯💯 great city!

[@your_average_traveler9166]

Great vid. Production, videography, and editing were great.

[@MsRenaissance]

Thank you for this video ladies. I am hoping to move to Windsor this year to do my MBA, so I really appreciate the information you provided about the city. It reinforced that that city was a good choice for me.

[@MakeThatChange]

Glad it was helpful! Good luck with the move and with MBA!

[@BoondockSaintRyan]

Please do your homework. Rent has skyrocketed in Windsor since 2017. The figures in this video are very low. Units in my building (which I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy) are $1800 for a 1BR, and $2200 for a 2BR. 2BR houses are renting for $2400-2800/month. Unemployment is very high and wages are low. If you're happy working in fast food or retail, there are lots of jobs, but those won't cover rent. House prices have nearly tripled since 2017.

[@roshanpoudel2594]

You can consider Edmonton in the list. Rent is around 800-1100 in downtown and public transportation is easily accessible and affordable.

[@MakeThatChange]

🙌🙌

[@ArdannaL]

Transit is also riddled with druggies, horrible at being on time with no officers around and generally unsafe. The city is also generally filthy, you get what you pay for.

[@romeoandjuliet6522]

​@@ArdannaLreally

[@ArdannaL]

@@romeoandjuliet6522 I've lived there since November and I really don't like it here. I've seen people shooting up with drugs at like 10am at random bus stops and I've been told point blank to never use Churchill station.

[@ktowniecity7269]

edmonton is great but the city is stretched out about 6x the size of vancouver city limits. you absolutely need a car in edmonton

[@stelia-ladye7090]

Thanks for sharing I am a new subscriber you guys are amazing powerful content

[@MakeThatChange]

Thank you for the kind words! Welcome 🤗

[@Vil_tron]

Halifax is crazy expensive, rent is usually 2000+ dollars per month.

[@jasdeep57]

Yes,plus not lot of jobs there and if u get job than wage rate is low as compare to other provinces.

[@marcgallant5270]

Agreed, High rent, low wages make it one of the most unaffordable cities in the Country.

[@sblsbl7600]

I am still undecided so this channel helps. I retire in 4 years and don't want to stay in Ottawa. I've considered Windsor, Chatham, Welland and London. I am leaning towards a rural London town like Strathroy. Windsor has 1.81 percent property tax which is high. I am also concerned about flooding.

[@dragapro]

not welland

[@123abc3900]

new brunswick has three cities an hour apart from each other, friendly people, and cheaper to live and close to Halifax

[@titoronoh6966]

Good video Anna and Anastasia

[@MakeThatChange]

Thank you Tito 🤗

[@sheribellagee9998]

Huge flies that bite in ThunderBay.

[@jkinnear81]

I think Saint John NB would be another great place to consider when looking for a city with a more affordable cost of living.

[@ImperialPiecesOfInformation]

greetings, Anna! Your video is useful and excellent.

[@MakeThatChange]

Thank you! 😃

[@Baubette]

I was born and raised just by Trois-Rivières and I wasn't expecting it to be on there. Cheap housing might also make it a good place to go to university to since it'll be so much cheaper than Montréal or Québec.

[@domenicdapice7218]

😄😄 I never thought someone from polonaise where I live in Trois Rivieres would post here . But I moved from Montreal to find here cheap rent in a Mile end looking appartment at the polonaise area. I speak french like everyone here. Only been here a year , you notice many people with mentl issues , or drugs but I find them quite friendly. I'm happy here retired and spend 6 months a year in South America.

[@pierretanguay2527]

Trois-Rivières is probably the cheapest city where to buy a house in a Canada but it’s not close to Mont-Tremblant. According to Google Maps Tremblant is 240 km and 2h37 away from Trois-Rivières. And French is mandatory if you want to make friends and be happy there.

[@Harmony_Playlist.]

Very great advises !

[@MakeThatChange]

Glad they’re helpful!

[@melvioandre8697]

Keep up the good work, it's great video

[@rockomontana2863]

Edmonton is the most Under Rated 1 million + population city in Canada. Most affordable than ALL Big cities 1 million +. 😊

[@MakeThatChange]

❤️

[@margyeoman3564]

Totally Agree!!! Wonderful city.

[@modestacattaruzza7400]

I know that. I live here, and love my home.

[@blessingomoraka1389]

Absolutely a helpful video.

[@ryanm776]

I might be the only one on here, but I Love Toronto and the GTA!!!

[@isaiascaetano5888]

Good afternoon! I am brazilian, I love Canada and I study english 6 days on week. His channel is amazing, I am beginner in english, but I hope see you in Canada. Thanks a lot. Canada is my big dream.

[@biffmcgraw]

Canada sucks dude. Brazil is a way better country.

[@Mario-wg9fv]

As a French and English speaker ,I will choose Quebec City or Montreal

[@MakeThatChange]

🙌

[@progeniesofthetoiletpaperh6433]

can you guys make a video like this but with rural/small towns instead. i love all your videos

[@MakeThatChange]

Soon to come!

[@howardtheduck780]

American tourist never made Windsor feel dirty. It’s the high level of homelessness. The American tourist were part of what helped maintain what used to be a higher level of services to the residents.

[@matthewsemenuk8953]

An honorable mention could be my home town of London Ontario, mostly known for Western University and nick named "Forest City". Every direction within a 2hr drive or less from London offers a unique destination such as amazing beaches (Port Stanly south, Grand Bend North) , the USA at many different boarder crossings, and the GTA plus skiing, camping and other adventure destinations also) I've lived in Windsor also, but currently live in the ridiculously overpriced city of Toronto. Great thing about Toronto is a vehicle isn't required where most other cities/towns, require a vehicle for most work and day to day life.

[@MakeThatChange]

We love London, and Western University is gorgeous! But unfortunately London didn't make the list, as it's not as affordable anymore. Rent is pretty high compared to other cities in the list. Renting 1br apartment in London would cost $1820 these days vs. $1355 in Windsor for example

[@matthewsemenuk8953]

@@MakeThatChange WOW. When I lived in London about 10 years ago, a 2 bedroom main floor rental without utilities was less than $1000 near downtown and the university. Prices sure have sky rocketed in the last few years. Yikes.

[@MakeThatChange]

Oh, Canada!

[@albatrose1001]

Damn, that was my plan back in 2018 to move to London once I finished my studies in Ottawa. Things changed in 2019 and 2020. All of Ontario is unaffordable now. London has been the worse. Search homes in London for sale and you’ll see eye-watering prices for little homes. Pre-sales for townhomes are touching a million mark. Same story in Ottawa, GTA, Kitchener-Waterloo, Kingston, and everywhere. Options are Timmins and North Bay but they are expensive too for their size and location. Homes in North Bay at $500k plus. It’s crazy. Calgary and Edmonton became sellers market for the time during that pandemic boom. Record number of people moving to Calgary and Ontario losing net number of people each year. Even worse in Vancouver and anywhere in BC. East hastings area in Vancouver is just third world now, becoming LA and San Francisco…working people living on the streets, I have no hopes anymore, I plan to move to US for higher salary and relatively affordable homes…Ontario has gone to shit…There was a little town in the news few months back which was seeing homes getting sold at a million dollars, away from any big city…Atlantic Canada is even worse…Halifax is becoming too unaffordable…home ownership among my generation is on a free fall…it’s demotivating :(

[@SirIntegrity]

London is pretty boring.

[@ecorevurbanfarms5366]

really informative and entertaining thanks :)

[@MakeThatChange]

🙏🙏

[@Mohamedelbehwashyy]

Great Video!

[@MakeThatChange]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@AL.BUNDY.]

Good video. Very insightful

[@MakeThatChange]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JoselynSalazar15]

Great Video 10/10 !!!

[@MakeThatChange]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@waynejones5635]

Winnipeg is an under rated city. With a strong technology, agriculture and transportation sectors, close to many beautiful lakeside beaches and professional sports teams, make it a very good and affordable city to consider.

[@MakeThatChange]

100% there's so much potential too!

[@ktowniecity7269]

the weather is the worst on canada. Edmonton is much better option in the high prairies. less tax and similar prices. much better weather. Crime is also a concern in BC, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Alberta and Quebec are the only reasonable options left in Canada.

[@ststephen5261]

The mosquitoes makes me dislike Winnipeg but it's cool

[@juniperdog5523]

I was wondering why Regina and Saskatoon made the list but Winnipeg didn’t. From the outside it looks like winnipeg has much more to offer culturally.

[@davidkendall1614]

WINTERpeg? Gotta love the -40 in the winter.

[@jasonjason7823]

Thunder Bay was 5 times the national average in homicides in 2022, 3rd highest I really enjoyed Windsor when I was there

[@mathewlee5712]

Trois-Rivières is your best bang for you buck. One factor that wasn't mentioned is that it has a very low crime rate as opposed to Thunder Bay, Regina, and Saskatoon. However, I definitely recommend you learn French if you live anywhere in Québec.

[@MakeThatChange]

💯🙏

[@JamesPickering-z5b]

The data released by Statistics Canada, which measures crime per 100,000 people, shows Winnipeg saw the largest jump in crime severity - 20 per cent - of any other Canadian city from 2021 to 2022.

[@jimbellingham3572]

$700/month, ELRL 2 br apt in Elliot Lake ON., utilities included (hydro subsidized), cable extra, on site laundry, $3/load, and 1 parking spot included with year round hydro included.

[@MakeThatChange]

that sounds like quite a steal!

[@leolopez_0728]

You are two very lovely Russian young ladies, nice work. I live in Halifax since 2016, it's not great but it provides a stable economy and so-so weather. But NO concerts or professional sports, barley that is, this city doesn't even have a stadium! Most young people leave due to low job opportunities, there's too many old people left behind but Nova Scotians are nice and welcoming. Taxes are horrendous as anywhere in Canada sadly.

[@jwong4842]

I like Vancouver because it is the warmest Province in Canada 😊

[@MakeThatChange]

🥰

[@YanjuL-y5n]

@@MakeThatChange yes but its expensive so whats the point

[@sharptoothtrex4486]

Windsor is an affordable city as if it is close to Detroit Michigan. However I think I should stick to Niagara Falls Ontario as my alternative.

[@MakeThatChange]

That’s a wonderful alternative!

[@GEnright-c9h]

Niagara falls isnt as cheap as it used to be

[@sharptoothtrex4486]

@@GEnright-c9h Well, at least is less expensive than Toronto and Brampton.

[@harrydon8917]

Good thoughtful pickings that actually spot on 👍

[@MakeThatChange]

Thanks!

[@tillonchow3586]

Thnxs for the information.. my choice Windsor👍

[@MakeThatChange]

Great choice!

[@raks...]

Moved to Saskatoon from Toronto and it's Awesome city with lots of high paying jobs hence living is very much affordable, rents are just 900-1000$ in some of the areas for 2 bedrooms & you can buy own decent house for 200k to 300k, if you figure out to cover up your body in winters you wouldn't mind the winter here and that extreme winter goes only for a week or two. Lots of outdoor & indoor fun activities in winters within city. Biggest opportunity is coming to invest as world's top 2 Potash manufacturers are in Saskatoon and world is going on laid off employees but in Saskatoon companies are hiring a lot. Even if government changes and Pipeline projects starts again it will be boom like GTA

[@charzanboo9940]

Is there any need for electrical engineers in Saskatoon?

[@aokay2589]

​@@charzanboo9940oh I bet there is alot of opportunities for electrical engineers.. I'm not from Saskatoon.. but 4hrs away in Esterhazy which has a population of 2300ppl. BUT has 5 boom potash mines within a 65km radius. Same thing in Saskatoon, they have atleast 5-10 potash mines. Plus so many more industries.. I can't see you waiting long to find a job.

[@aokay2589]

​@@charzanboo9940search for companies like.. Mosaic, Nutrien, BHP, K+S. And some many contracting companies that serves these Mines!!

[@janavanbeelen8489]

Halifax here. It’s no longer affordable. We have the lowest wages and highest taxes, rent keeps skyrocketing, and the infrastructure cannot handle the amount of traffic it is now seeing. The wait list for a family dr is at 145,000. I miss the Halifax from a few years ago:(

[@davidkendall1614]

Yeah, I was shocked by real estate in Halifax recently. Before I retired I worked for a bank with my territory being Atlantic Canada. Surprising how much it has increased.

[@person-yu8cu]

These small city prices, while cheaper than the big cities, are still very high compared to 20 years ago even in the big cities!

[@MakeThatChange]

So sad and so true 🥲

[@Lonewolf12379]

Hi guys, please make a video regarding the situation , difficulties, reality in Canada for those future visitors or immigrants whether to choose Canada or another country thus helping them to make a good decision so that they become aware of it and plan their life as these immigration requires huge amount of money.

[@MakeThatChange]

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[@TheRevolutiongenesis]

I am moving to Halifax this summer

[@MakeThatChange]

🙌🙌

[@domenicdapice7218]

I live in Trois Rivieres. I'm paying 650 a month for a 3 1/2 in a rather low income area. There are many drug addicts, and people with mental issues but they seem friendly. From Trois Rivieres you can visit Quebec City for a change and enjoy historical scenery, I moved from Montreal and further away from my daughter in Ontario but it's just more travelling. As a newly retired I can afford the rent here and the the rent in South America for 380 a month spending 6 months a year. I came up with a great idea 😊😊

[@MakeThatChange]

Brilliant!

[@dcorman2350]

Great plan but I wouldn’t live anywhere else than Montreal because of its food and art scene. The 6m in South America us a great plan. I cant stand stray dogs barking all night and the same beat music, so I’d settle with Portugal or, cheaper, Thailand or Cambodia…

[@keithpalmer4547]

Lethbridge Alberta!!!! I live here very cheap many jobs.

[@MakeThatChange]

That’s great to know!

[@olybestolybest4868]

Pls tell me more about Lethbridge Alberta, I want to come there. If possible let's chat

[@thephoenix3155]

I like Anna’s accent it’s so soothing! Where is her accent from?

[@MakeThatChange]

Siberian! Thank you :)

[@thephoenix3155]

@@MakeThatChange so she’s Russian?

[@dazzritwik]

Rent in Halifax not that low anymore unfortunately. 1650 for one bedroom apartment is average anywhere in Halifax now. And near downtown it will cost more than 1800 dollars!

[@omarsoma8673]

I start love Canada because of your great job & informations girls thank you to help me make a choice

[@MakeThatChange]

So glad!🤗

[@Rancid-Jane]

4:54 I would say NOT mainly wheat for agriculture near Saskatoon. Mainly canola would be more accurate.

[@MakeThatChange]

thank you for making that correction!

[@Rancid-Jane]

@@MakeThatChange You are welcome.

[@JacquesPPage]

"Who needs french when you can work remotely?" This line is absolutely despicable1 So, if you can remotely work in English, you can conveniently ignore most of the people in the affordable city you want to live in! Keep up the good work!

[@MakeThatChange]

It’s a personal choice based in personal goals for anyone. All the options are out there.

[@evec2022]

Vive la loi 96 dans ces cas-là...

[@geordi-gabrielrenauddumoul449]

Anglos being Anglos. Me, myself and I, f*** your culture.

[@Fang_Of_Metsudo]

I agree you should try to learn, but on the same token how can you not know ANY English while living in Canada?

[@JacquesPPage]

@@Fang_Of_Metsudo The same way a person can live in English Canada without knowing ANY French, which, BTW is much more common in the ROC (Rest Of Canada) than in Québec.

[@joywebster2678]

Windsor used to be decent, but the health care has gone through some terrible leaders. Crime is high due to the border. And its hot and humid.

[@casebeth]

My grandparents hometowns both made the list 🥰 thunder bay and Trois Riviere :) Also I feel like a good strategy to get newcomers to settle outside the GTA would be to issue a SIN with COPR so that newcomers can look for a job anywhere in Canada before landing

[@MakeThatChange]

That’s a brilliant idea - why haven’t they figured it out?!

[@casebeth]

@@MakeThatChange I've no clue. I really do think it would help. The current situation of having to apply for a SIN post landing understandably leads newcomers to land where they have the highest probability of getting a job. The info they ask for at service Canada is the same info IRCC already has for each applicant, so I don't imagine it would be too hard to just include the SIN. It could.be a great opportunity for smaller cities to attract talent and fill some of their most acute labor shortages

[@casebeth]

@I Rojnica that's where I'm running from 😂

[@casebeth]

@@dobrenkijbog8805 have you ever lived in the US? If you have not, please kindly keep your uninformed opinion to yourself.

[@sexygeek8996]

@I Rojnica Not just newcomers, Canadians too if you want more money and lower expenses.

[@sanidjgombe]

Windsor is my choice because of its proximity to Detroits.

[@MakeThatChange]

🙌

[@pierreroberge1684]

Trois-Rivieres (my town) is only 1hr away Montreal ,not 2 hr

[@MakeThatChange]

👌👌even better!

[@baigani0]

Saskatoon and Regina forever

[@MugilBharathi-e1m]

How come no cities from Alberta? Edmonton is a strong candidate and should be in the top 3 anyday. Also it's the biggest city in terms of size, population, job opportunities than any cities discussed in the list

[@joywebster2678]

Thunder Bay is also always dealing with the indigenous homelessness. And its a long drive to anywhere, so flying is necessary.

[@davidkendall1614]

And a very damning recent report on it’s Police department.

[@kartikvaghela4285]

I am going to move to Regina As i am going to pursuing my studies in uofr. Thanks for the information ☺️ Appreciate it.

[@MakeThatChange]

Best of luck in your studies!

[@cipher2508]

If possible, plz include some cities in BC and Alberta in your future videos ladies Tnx

[@MakeThatChange]

Will do! Thanks for the request!

[@canada4life551]

bc is overpriced and alberta is a dirt polluted dumpster 🤣🤣🤣

[@peterkornelson4843]

Bc way to expensive lousy ndp government

[@max051472]

NS Taxes are the highest in the country which needs to be taken into consideration.

[@MakeThatChange]

great point!

[@Keekonuts]

We are looking to retire to Saskatoon from Vancouver.

[@MakeThatChange]

All the best with your transition!

[@TipsyTofuTravels]

Thanks for this video! I am hopefully moving to Canada on an IEC and just got back from Alberta. I absolutely loved it but wondered if I should choose a city or town in another province to settle in for a while and do more exploring!

[@MakeThatChange]

Exploring is always a good idea before settling down - if that's something you'd like to do!

[@spiegel3269]

How did you not mention anywhere in New Brunswick? It's the cheapest place in Canada for real estate. Look at St. John, Monton or Fredericton. They're WAY cheaper than Halifax

[@MakeThatChange]

There’s a v2 coming up soon!

[@shauncameron8390]

New Brunswick is a province people are moving out of, not into.

[@tenniswilliam]

​@@shauncameron8390 actually that has changed drastically in the past couple of years. Moncton in particular has a rapid population growth

[@dfunckt]

They also neglected Newfoundland. Here you can buy property at at prices other parts of Canada haven't seen in decades.

[@heatherann4390]

I've seen people charging $1200 just for a bedroom. That has to be illegal to charge that much, it's absolutely insane.

[@MakeThatChange]

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[@BoondockSaintRyan]

I watched this video to see what else was out there. I've lived in Windsor for 41 years. I've stayed here because of my family and what USED TO BE a low cost of living. However, since around 2015, people from everywhere else have moved here. Windsor, if studies were available, has to have one of the highest rates of investment properties. Because of this, rents are skyrocketing. We've historically had the highest unemployment rate, lowest median income and cheapest real estate. Not anymore!! Rents have more than doubled since 2017. One of the main reasons for this, is because people keep comparing that to Toronto. However, unemployment hasn't dropped and salaries haven't risen. Our crime rate and homelessness rate are also skyrocketing. If it wasn't for family and the proximity to Detroit, I'd be long gone. It's cheaper to live in cities like Guelph, Kitchener-Waterloo and London. I wouldn't wish living here on anyone. Also, your figures for rent are a bit off. 1-2BR units are going for $1800-2200/month. A 3BR apt or house is about $2400-2800/month.

[@MakeThatChange]

thank you for sharing your perspective - and sharing the more accurate rent numbers!

[@bigfootjuice8832]

Thunder Bay has one of the worst violent crime rates in Canada..

[@WhatAboutThemApples]

While Thunder Bay has a high murder rate and violent crime rate, it's generally by people who know the other person. It's not a case you will walk down the street and get beat up or shot. In general I lived here most my life and its a case you know stay away from this neighborhood and that one and you we'll be perfectly fine. Now that being said I am guessing an Indigenous person may have a slightly different perspective in that regard.

[@yogigohil63]

Please make video for calgary

[@yusufabdulrazaq8542]

I’m surprised Edmonton isn’t listed here, lived there for 4 years now living in Halifax. Can’t wait to get what I want here and move back to my favourite Canadian province. It’s way more cheaper than Halifax, low taxes, better healthcare and amenities overall.

[@Grimmiest]

Better Amenities lol what are you talking about

[@ktowniecity7269]

@@Grimmiest they dont have storms that knock off the power every year like the maritimes. everything is buried in edmonton

[@Grimmiest]

Been to both repeatedly; it isn't even close. Recommended visiting Halifax, it is a great vibrant city. The people are friendly and it is truly a community.

[@jaimecristalino]

Thunder Bay it's beautiful! I left after 2 years because is just too cold. -50C days during January is not unusual, and it snows 6 mounts/year.

[@PeterRuberto]

yes its cold in January but -50 days? The average high in January is -8c and low -20 and yes thats very cold and we can get wind chills in the minus 30s or so but days of -50 , its just not factual

[@FrmTBay]

It’s a typical Canadian climate. Colder than southern Ontario or lower mainland BC but look how far south it is! Thunder Bay is farther south than anyplace in western Canada, it’s not worse ( likely better) than any place on the prairies.

[@Marc.Google]

Thunder Bay, ON could have been a good recommendation in the past but in recent years has turned into gang land. Increasing violent crimes, murder, and shootings from big city gangs flooding the city. Also, located next to many Fist Nations reservations gives the city its own set of problems. The one thing going for the city and surrounding area is it’s stunning natural beauty all year round.

[@MakeThatChange]

Thanks for sharing this, Marc

[@navaneethv100]

im coming to thunderbay this august

[@MsSmj18]

Calgary, Edmonton, Regina.

[@shankererrolla8875]

By seeing the comments you get for your videos I have subscribed to your channel, more than having a channel for yourselves you are contributing in a great way for others by giving valuable information which leads to happiness, and I admire it. I am from India, I am planning to come to Canada, I run a Digital Marketing Agency, I know only English, and I want to start my services in Canada, Do the places you have spoken in this video have opportunities for me? If not can you tell me some good places where I can start, Thank You and Keep Going!!

[@mcmali79]

What about Moncton, Dieppe & Riverside in NB?

[@MakeThatChange]

There’s an episode on Atlantic provinces coming up soon!

[@mcmali79]

@@MakeThatChange You guys are the best 👍🏽

[@MakeThatChange]

thank you for your kind words

[@user-tq9bw3tv4n]

I grew up in Saskatchewan. Lived in regina and went to school in Saskatoon. Sask is boring, you don’t wanna leave there. There is nothing exciting to do if you’re not very country. It’s also not a diverse place. I moved after living there for 13yrs

[@MakeThatChange]

Where do you live now?

[@user-tq9bw3tv4n]

Ottawa

[@branii9201]

Wow but how is the rent and job opportunities like over there ,I live in Quebec

[@Nathan-iv1fz]

What is so boring about it? I have lived in sask for the past 15 years and it's so cheap to live compared to anywhere else , also we have more lakes than anywhere.

[@Rancid-Jane]

3:58 That video clip, of agriculture, is NOT from Canada.

[@MakeThatChange]

sometimes, it's tough to find the right stock video! we will look better next time.

[@Rancid-Jane]

@@MakeThatChange Ah. Yes, of course. Sorry.

[@jonatazb]

I was hoping to find Calgary on this list

[@inder4200]

No good jobs in Calgary, my Freind recently moved there.

[@sonnieprecious1971]

I'm interested in moving to Sherbrook

[@alexandersmith6231]

I'm a correctional officer here in jamaica and i would love to come to canada

[@AnatoliyDragan]

very interesting

[@legalprofessionals2677]

both of u charming and fascinating... lv u both

[@MakeThatChange]

💕

[@rvhtravels]

NS ... all the towns in it, including Halifax are very expensive to live in. Taxes are high, property tax, HST and provincial tax. Medical is terrible.... and so is the weather.

[@Mythos131]

I would say the hottest sector in Halifax is IT.

[@MakeThatChange]

Interesting! Can you share a little more about this?

[@BehruzTeshaboyev-tr2cd]

It would be great if you also add local universities meanwhile 😉

[@MakeThatChange]

thank you for your great suggestion.

[@InMyBrz]

Hi young ladies, welcome to Canada You must know of YULIA who used to live there but is now in Portugal I love your accents and have a great time in Canada, I am a US and Canadian citizen NOT living in either place !

[@magnanorris3530]

Perhaps Trois Rivieres, Quebec though I am currently in the GVA in BC.

[@davidgiles1589]

I get a kick of people talking highly of Edmonton. I lived in Edmonton…..it is a hole. Its like they had an industrial park and then put 1.5 million people in there. Its dirty, the winters are mid September to May most years with no chinooks. Plus its so cold. The river valley is nice though. Calgary is much cleaner. I live just outside Halifax and since Covid rent and housing has gotten quite expensive. Weather in Halifax is amongst the softest in Canada. I have no idea why these girls mention all the snow. That is a wives tale. I have grass most of the winter and its been like that for the last 15 years except one year. There is a snow line from Moncton NB to Truro NS.

[@dfunckt]

I drove through Edmonton once and that was exactly the impression I had of the place.

[@GraceMkhwanazi]

Thank you

[@MakeThatChange]

You're welcome!

[@LevelUpwithSandeep]

Please tell us about London, Ontario

[@mayukhganguly]

I will be moving to Calgary very soon. I wonder what would that like to be.

[@edmoroz4556]

A lot less cheaper and hectic than Vancouver or Toronto.

[@Matt-d8m]

I’m too close to Ottawa and it’s one of the worst for affordability.

[@jennifercaraan5641]

probably Windsor is the best for now,, it is close to USA,

[@MakeThatChange]

🙌

[@BoondockSaintRyan]

If you haven't been or lived here, I'd pick any other on the list. I'm trying to find a house elsewhere right now.