Is Canada Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Canada
Safety rating
Women living in Canada consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Canada consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 13.6% percentage of women in Canada have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
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Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 401 experiences
Safety rating: | 4.3/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.9/5 | Safe |
Safety using public transport: | 4.2/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2.1/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.8/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.4/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried |
How safe is Canada?
Dorotéa
Kelowna
As a white cis straight passing woman, I feel safe walking in the dark, and taking public transit. There have been occurrences of violence against women and people of colour, so I will not say that Kelowna is completely safe, but Kelowna is generally ok for tourists.
Posted: April 24, 2025Downtown
It’s okay. Depends on the area if you are alone and how familiar you are. Be careful and stay aware! Lots of homelessness mostly harmless but some are angry. Have been followed before. Be street smart!
Posted: April 21, 2025Chicoutimi
Safe place, kind people but not that open minded. You go if you like a lot nature and outdoors activities. Old people as a population, a very calm city, not a lot to do but beautiful landscapes. Enjoy!
Posted: April 21, 2025Ottawa
I live in the downtown area on the more sketchy side. Walking at night you should be vigilant as always but I never feel threatened. I have had men approach me to hit on me but it’s never been menacing or anything I haven’t encountered in other cities.
Posted: April 21, 2025Montreal
Montreal is very safe in most part! Would recommend for solo female traveler and LGBTQ+. People are really kind and crime is low. Just be aware of your surroundings during night as everywhere else! Stay in touristy areas for even more safety precautions
Posted: April 20, 2025Toronto–Danforth
You might see some substance abusers but not a lot. Pretty safe overall. Just keep your wits about you. The same goes for sexual harassment. I don't really worry about being catcalled Just stay where people are and you'll be fine
Posted: April 18, 2025Toronto
It’s pretty safe overall, it’s a first world city and has infrastructure and a good safety system and human rights for women and minorities. There are a lot of homeless people though who are mentally ill so that could be a bit uncomfortable or disturbing at times but they mostly leave you alone
Posted: April 18, 2025Regina
About as safe as any other large city. It of course comes with risks. As long as you are aware And watch your surroundings, things will be okay. Downtown is definitely more sketchier than other parts of the city.
Posted: April 16, 2025
Sarah-Jeanne
Montreal
Montréal is a safe city overall. There aren’t many violent crimes committed randomly in the streets. Even petty theft is not common. Sometimes women will get comments, but it has only happened to me twice in the 24 years I’ve lived here. Certain areas like Montreal Nord are a bit less inviting but not dangerous per see. You can wear what you want and have your phone out in public without any worry.
Posted: April 14, 2025Toronto
The TTC after dark would be the only thing im worried about so you should be careful when doing so. Other than that its generally safe, just avoid walking at night and neighborhoods that look or feel unsafe
Posted: April 13, 2025Safety in Canada
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