Is Canada Safe for Women?
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 465 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 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.5/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried |
How safe is Canada?
Jade
Granby
You have a lot of free activity to do, it’s a great city especially if you have kids. But at night or on certain street you have to be careful. If you stay in the good neighborhood you’ll be fine:))))
Posted: August 18, 2025
Sarah
Quebec City
Of course it can be dangerous in bars, there’s always malicious person, but I walked a thousand times alone, at 3am, summer and winter and I’ve never been arrassed or wte. Of course I’m scared because ✨I’m a girl✨, but nothing never happened to me.
Posted: August 16, 2025
Rain
Vancouver
Avoid the downtown east side especially at night. Otherwise the city is lovely and very safe! I have no issues being alone at night and I live right by downtown. People are willing to help and most people leave you alone. Use basic common sense and be aware of your surroundings, as you would anywhere.
Posted: August 15, 2025Ottawa
Ottawa is still relatively safe, but in recent years there’s been an increase in homelessness, especially downtown. Most areas are fine for walking during the day, but at night it’s better to stay in well-lit, busier streets and be aware of your surroundings
Posted: August 14, 2025
Pamela
Toronto
Downtown Toronto is pretty safe, except because sometimes could be a lot of crazy people out there. But in general, been on the street after hours, use the transport system is safe. The clue is, if you don't bother anyone, no one will bother you
Posted: August 12, 2025Is Canada worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 102 experiences from female travelers
Élaina
Canada
Gaspé, Family travel
Here's one of the Best trip I've done so far and would absolutely do it again! The landscapes are masterpiece! I recommand 100% this trip. But be ready cause it is $$$$ when we are talking about activities and food, depending on where you are. ❤️🏞⛰️
Posted: August 15, 2025Experienced: July, 2025Safety in Canada
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