Assisted Living in Canada
Assisted living pairs a private suite with hands-on daily help: bathing, dressing, medications, and meals, with staff on hand around the clock. It suits a parent who is managing less well alone but does not need full nursing care. Compare real communities across Canada below.
Compare assisted living by city
Winnipeg, MB
37 providers
Calgary, AB
57 providers
Edmonton, AB
49 providers
Vancouver, BC
35 providers
Victoria, BC
16 providers
Ottawa, ON
61 providers
Kelowna, BC
5 providers
Saskatoon, SK
44 providers
Windsor, ON
18 providers
Toronto, ON
38 providers
Surrey, BC
29 providers
Regina, SK
7 providers
Abbotsford, BC
5 providers
London, ON
25 providers
Nanaimo, BC
5 providers
Hamilton, ON
29 providers
Mississauga, ON
43 providers
Richmond, BC
5 providers
Oshawa, ON
14 providers
Oakville, ON
16 providers
St. Catharines, ON
7 providers
Kitchener, ON
13 providers
Halifax, NS
10 providers
Kingston, ON
12 providers
Barrie, ON
16 providers
Niagara Falls, ON
6 providers
Thunder Bay, ON
13 providers
Burlington, ON
17 providers
Brantford, ON
15 providers
Montreal, QC
47 providers
Brampton, ON
13 providers
Scarborough, ON
6 providers
Peterborough, ON
18 providers
Guelph, ON
10 providers
Newmarket, ON
4 providers
Waterloo, ON
10 providers
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
4 providers
Cornwall, ON
9 providers
Dartmouth, NS
9 providers
Cambridge, ON
18 providers
Sudbury, ON
15 providers
Belleville, ON
13 providers
New Westminster, BC
4 providers
West Vancouver, BC
4 providers
Pickering, ON
7 providers
Burnaby, BC
3 providers
Langley, BC
3 providers
Sherwood Park, AB
3 providers
How do you choose assisted living in Canada?
Match the care level first, then the place. Ask each community for a written, itemized fee schedule: a base accommodation rate plus care billed in levels or points, so you can see what today costs and what a heavier care need would add. Our assisted living guide and the what assisted living really costs breakdown show what to expect.
If you are still sorting out the setting itself, our care-type overview and the retirement homes vs assisted living comparison help you place your parent before you tour. Then compare on food, staffing, and the daily rhythm, not just the suite.
What does the Confidence Score on each listing mean?
Every community here carries our SCP Confidence Score, a 100-point rating built from verified details, licensing, reviews, and track record. It is editorial, not a paid placement, so it is a fair starting point for a shortlist.
Use the city pages below to compare pricing, availability, and reviews, then call directly or speak with an advisor, free and with no obligation.
Frequently asked questions
How much does assisted living cost in Canada?
Most of Canada runs private-pay, with the monthly cost driven by the city, the suite, and the assessed care level. See the pricing range on each city page below, and our cost guide for a full breakdown.
What is the difference between assisted living and a retirement home?
The line is care intensity. Retirement homes suit fairly independent seniors who want support on hand; assisted living is for those who need regular, hands-on help with daily tasks. Many communities offer both under one roof.
Is assisted living covered by the government in Canada?
It varies by province. Some offer subsidized assisted living through the regional health authority based on assessed need and income; much of the market is private-pay. Long-term care is the publicly funded option for heavy nursing needs.
How do I compare assisted living near me?
Pick your city below to see local communities ranked by Confidence Score, with pricing ranges and reviews. Call the ones that fit, or ask an advisor to gather options for you, free.