18
retirement homes compared
4.6★
average Google rating
10
rated 4.5 stars or higher
799
verified resident reviews
As of October 2026, Senior Care Path compares 18 retirement homes in North York. They're ranked by the SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, and no listing can pay for its place. See the top 10
Rated 4.6 on average across 799 Google reviews
Toronto, ON1955 Steeles Ave E, North York, ON M2H 3P1Licensed by RHRA
4.9(142 reviews)
A smaller retirement residence in North York's Leslie-Steeles area, offering independent living with care that can be added as…
From$3,861–$4,861/mo
Toronto, ON10 Senlac Rd, North York, ON M2N 6P8Licensed by RHRA
4.6(54 reviews)
A warm, close-knit retirement residence on a quiet street near Yonge and Sheppard in North York, offering independent living…
From $3,187/mo
Toronto, ON718 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M3H 2S6Licensed by RHRA
5.0(12 reviews)
A small Jewish retirement home in Toronto's North York, on Sheppard Avenue West, caring for people living with…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
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Toronto, ON1 Canterbury Pl, North York, ON M2N 0G7Licensed by RHRA
4.8(72 reviews)
In central North York, offering independent living and independent supportive living for seniors who want a…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
Toronto, ON1340 York Mills Rd, North York, ON M3A 3R1Licensed by RHRA
4.9(49 reviews)
Rayoak Place is a bungalow-style seniors residence offering independent living in North York, Toronto, set in a welcoming neighbourhood with a mature…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
Toronto, ON5351 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 7L5Licensed by RHRA
4.9(40 reviews)
A retirement residence in North York, Toronto offering independent and supportive living options with chef-prepared meals,…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
Toronto, ON537 Finch Ave W, North York, ON M2R 0A8Licensed by RHRA
4.7(50 reviews)
A retirement home in North York, Toronto offering independent living, assisted living, and respite care for…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
Toronto, ON1 Kenton Dr, North York, ON M2R 2H6Licensed by RHRA
4.7(25 reviews)
Personalized care for those with Alzheimer's disease and dementia in Toronto, Ontario. The facility emphasizes…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
Toronto, ON187 Wynford Dr, North York, ON M3C 0C7Licensed by RHRA
4.6(57 reviews)
A retirement home in Don Mills, Toronto offering independent and supportive living in a variety of suite types with full-service…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
Toronto, ON880 Lawrence Ave E, North York, ON M3C 1P6Licensed by RHRA
4.6(47 reviews)
An assisted living and memory care retirement home in North York, Toronto, offering assisted living, enhanced care,…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
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The 10 highest-rated retirement homes in North York on our SCP Confidence Score, as of October 2026. Tap a name to jump to its card above. No listing can pay for a place on this list.
Senior Care Path tracks 18 retirement homes in North York, updated October 2026. Few publish a rate online, but across Ontario published rates for retirement homes typically fall in the $2,990–$7,195 per month range, so use the listings below to ask each one for a current quote. The average Google rating is 4.6/5 across 799 resident reviews, and we rank them by the SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating.
18 of the 18 communities we list in North York hold an active licence from the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA), checked October 2026.
Source: Senior Care Path first-party listing data, updated October 2026. How we score and rank · How much does a retirement home cost in Ontario?.
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Step 1 of 5Retirement homes in North York cluster along the Yonge Street corridor and near Sheppard and Finch, with quieter residential options in Willowdale, Bayview Village, and out toward Don Mills. Many sit close to North York General or within reach of rapid transit, so parents stay near their doctors, familiar shops, and the family who visits. In North York, retirement homes are also called retirement residences or senior homes.
North York is part of Toronto. To see every option across the city, visit our Toronto retirement homes hub.
By Jonathan Kennedy · Last reviewed October 2026
Start with care level, not the lobby. A retirement home suits a parent who's largely independent but wants meals, housekeeping, social life, and help on call. If your parent already needs daily hands-on support with bathing, dressing, or medications, look hard at Assisted Living or Memory Care instead, since moving twice is harder on everyone than choosing the right fit once. Our advisors' default here: be honest about where your parent will be in a year, not just today.
In North York, options concentrate along Yonge from Sheppard up through Willowdale and Finch, with well-served pockets in Bayview Village and Don Mills. Homes near North York General tend to fill quickly because families value the hospital proximity, so if a specific building matters to you, get on its list early and keep touring backups. Buildings right on the subway line are convenient for visiting but often carry a premium; a home a short drive off Yonge can offer more space and value while staying close to the same amenities.
Every retirement home in Ontario is licensed by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA), which sets care and safety standards you can verify. Ask each residence what's included in the base rate and what's billed as add-ons, because care packages and suite sizes drive most of the cost difference. If your parent's needs are climbing, ask directly whether the home can scale support in place or whether a future move is likely.
Prioritize in this order: the right care level, then location your family will actually visit, then budget, then availability. Tour more than one, ideally at a mealtime, and bring your parent. In our experience, the building that feels warm on a weekday afternoon usually stays that way. The trade-off with our advice to plan for future needs: you may pay for a bit more care capacity than your parent uses on day one, which many families find worth the peace of mind.
A 4.6 star average across 799 Google reviews of 18 retirement homes. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.
“My Mom has lived at Chartwell Gibson for 3 years now. What I appreciate most about Gibson is their heart for the elderly. That's not something that can be taught. The building is older. You can find fancier retirement homes. But I value...”
“My company has assisted a few moves into Canterbury. Simone is absolutely wonderful. She is quick to answer questions, she's compassionate and understanding. All the staff say hello to you and will help you in an instant. The food is...”
“I recently visited Amica Bayview Gardens and was truly impressed. From the moment you walk in, there’s a warm, calm feeling that makes it feel like home. Donna and Jodie, the Community Relations Directors, are exceptional — kind,...”
“Wonderful place, welcoming atmosphere. Was offered complimentary lunch when we asked about having a tour. Highly recommended”
“My husband and I moved into Del Manor Wynford just over a year ago and I can say without hesitation that it's the best thing we could have done. The units are lovely and the entire building is beautifully maintained. And the food!!! It's...”
“I just wanted to express that Sindy was so helpful to me and other residents. She had creative ideas and often approached us directly to encourage us to participate, sometimes coming right up to the tables right before the activity to...”
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Google star ratings across 18 retirement homes.
How the 18 North York retirement homes fall across our trust tiers.
Few North York retirement homes publish a rate online, but across Ontario published rates for retirement homes typically fall in the $2,990–$7,195 per month range. Call any community below for a current, itemised quote, since the final number depends on suite size and the level of care needed.
Most retirement homes in Ontario are private-pay, funded from a blend of pensions, retirement savings, and home equity. Government pensions form the floor: the Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, and the income-tested Guaranteed Income Supplement for lower-income seniors. Provincial benefits and Veterans Affairs Canada may offset part of the cost. For a full breakdown, see our guide: How much does a retirement home cost in Ontario?
In Ontario, retirement homes are almost entirely private-pay; there's no direct provincial subsidy for the retirement-home rate itself. Publicly funded support flows through income-tested long-term care and through home care via Ontario Health atHome, which is based on assessed need rather than income, and federal Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) can offset a parent's overall living costs.
What North York communities actually offer, drawn from the details each one publishes. A good way to see what is standard locally and what is a genuine differentiator.
Share of the 15 communities that publish amenities.
Share of the 15 communities that publish services.
Share of the 12 communities that list suite types.
Too few retirement homes in North York publish a rate to give a city figure, but across Ontario published starting rates run roughly $2,990 to $7,195 per month, depending on suite size and the level of care needed. Ask each community for an all-in quote.
In our directory, Ontario retirement homes start at a median of about $3,999 a month before care, with the middle half between $3,370 and $4,532 (September 2026). Once personal care is added, most families pay about $3,000 to $8,000 a month all in, and full-service or luxury homes in Toronto and Ottawa can run higher.
No. Retirement homes in Ontario are private-pay, and the province does not pay the rent. Ontario funds long-term care homes instead, where residents pay a regulated accommodation fee. Ontario Health atHome may still provide some care services to a retirement home resident, and pensions such as OAS, GIS and CPP, plus the care portion of fees claimed as a medical expense, can help cover the cost.
Yes. Besides retirement homes, North York has independent living communities and 55+ rental apartments for active seniors who don't need daily care. They cost less than a retirement home because care and most meals aren't included. Compare independent living in North York on our directory.
Retirement homes suit largely independent seniors who want meals, housekeeping, and help on call. Assisted living adds regular hands-on support with bathing, dressing, and medications. In practice many North York residences blend both, so ask exactly what care each building includes.
Contact the homes on this page directly to book a tour and ask about current openings and waitlists. Popular buildings near North York General fill fast, so tour a couple of options and get on lists early. Visiting at mealtime tells you the most.
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