Is Canada Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Canada generally has a high level of safety for solo female travelers. Its towns and cities are generally secure, and residents are often friendly and helpful. The crime rate is relatively low compared to other countries. Do note that, like anywhere, it's important to stay vigilant, avoid secluded places at night, and keep a close watch on your belongings.

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How safe is Canada?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Canada is generally known as a safe destination for travelers and that includes at night. However, like any other country, the security depends on the area. Some cities or regions can have less safe areas especially after dark. Always use common sense like avoiding deserted roads or parks, and be aware of your surroundings. Public transportation is typically safe, and taking a taxi is also usually a safe method of transportation. Stay in populated areas or streets with good lighting at night.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Canada is generally safe and reliable, even for solo female travelers. There's strict regulation, regular service and you can use various modes like buses, trains, and subways depending on the city. The stations are well-lit and security is generally high, particularly in major cities. However, as anywhere, always stay aware of your surroundings, especially during late hours.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Canada in general is a safe and respectful country with comparatively low occurrences of street harassment. Although instances of unwelcome remarks or behavior can transpire sporadically in some areas, they are not widespread occurrences. It's typically an exception than a norm. The authorities take such incidents seriously and the public too is encouraged to report any instances of harassment. It's always advisable, as anywhere in the world, to maintain standard precautions such as avoiding desolate places at night, and always staying aware of your surroundings.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

While Canada has a generally safe environment, it's not entirely free from petty crimes like pickpocketing and purse snatching, particularly in tourist areas and crowded public transport. However, these instances aren't a frequent occurrence and most visitors experience a crime-free stay. Just like anywhere, it's advised to always be aware of your surroundings and take basic safety precautions to minimize the risk.

Is Canada worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 102 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

4.3/5

Budget-friendly

3.7/5
Élaina

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, 2025
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Vancouver, Group travel

If you're seeking beautiful landscapes, Vancouver can be a good choice if you're ready to go further than Vancouver city. I would not recommend just staying in the city, I didn't really feel safe there because of all the drug consumption around the city. Also, i didn't find anything worth visiting.

Posted: August 12, 2025
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Vikki

Vikki

Canada

Prince Edward Island, Family travel

I’ve had a great time here. I went with my boyfriend’s family who own farmland here and everything they’ve shown me has been nothing but amazing! Very safe and community driven, definitely take a trip here

Posted: August 9, 2025
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Anaïs

Anaïs

Belgium

Gaspé, Solo travel

🌀🌀GASPESIAAA 🌀🌀 I would recommend anyone coming to Quebec to also go to Gaspésie if you have the time ! It’s sooo beautiful and the people are so nice too! There are some buses running along the coast and to the towns but otherwise hitchhiking is also a safe option (I met the most wonderful people this way) ! To sleep, auberge Carabobo in Cap-aux-Os is a very good place : the nicest people, close to the Forillon national park for hikes and to the beach for swims! The Bonaventure island in front of Percé was also a big favorite for me ! :) Hope you get to see this magnificent region 🏹🪸🪸

Posted: August 4, 2025
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Abigail

Abigail

United States

Vancouver, Group travel

I felt very safe in Vancouver! I went with my best friend in July 2024. We stayed in HI Hostels in downtown Vancouver in an all female dorm room. The hostel felt very safe and to get in you needed a keycard for both the front door and your room. The front desk always had at least two people there which also helped me feel safer. The hostel hosted a bar crawl one of the nights for anyone who paid $65. We were given wrist brands that said what event it was and not the hostel name which I thought was a smart move on the hostel’s part! We went to about three bars and three clubs and we all had a blast. Everyone in the group hung out, it was about 25-30 people. Everyone was kind, respectful and fun! It was a bit expensive as my friend and I had to Uber for anywhere more than twenty minutes from the hospital and the dinner places weren’t cheap either. Both services were good and the food was amazing but definitely budget a good amount. I spent probably $150 USD while there, I shopped a good bit and the hostel was $280 USD for two women in a 4 women dorm room.

Posted: August 4, 2025
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Is Canada safe for women?

Safety index

4.3 /5

Based on 464 local experiences

Crime index

2.1 /5

Based on 464 local experiences

Sarah

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
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Safety in Canada