Toronto has been rated the most diverse city on Earth by multiple publications, and for a good reason!  There are more cultures, ethnicities, and personality types in Toronto than in any other city. Because of the freedom to be themselves, people who live in Toronto have created vastly different neighborhoods from one another.

Each of these is a fantastic place to live and help build up the whole that is Toronto.

Downtown Toronto

When people think of Toronto, downtown is usually what comes to mind.  Full of skyscrapers, high-end restaurants, and endless attractions, downtown Toronto is a constantly moving and evolving city section.  The personality of this area can’t be pinned down, evolving every couple of years into something new and fantastic.  This is the place to live if you’re usually the type of person to move every couple of years.  You won’t have to, here!  The city will change for you instead.

Kensington Market

Known for its artsy and creative inhabitants, Kensington Market is a neighborhood that breathes art and inspiration.  Highly walkable, this area is full of boutiques, shops, and galleries that will amaze and intrigue you.  The homes and apartments are more expensive here because of it being an art center, but the streets are beautiful, and it’s more than worth the price.

The Beaches

Thinking of beaches in a city as inland as Toronto may seem strange, but The Beaches neighborhood will surprise you.  Sitting on the water, this neighborhood has a California feel to it.  The white sand is brought in, and the bright clear water makes it so that tourists can keep the area alive and well.  This area is where most people are drawn to when looking at homes for sale in Toronto, but this is the most expensive area to live in.  If you want to enjoy the beaches without the price, it’s a good idea to buy a little ways away and drive in for some sand and sun.

Yorkville

If shopping and cute eateries are more your speed, Yorkville has the flavor of NYC without all of the rats and litter.  Yorkville is known for its high-end boutiques, unique artisan shops, and expensive real estate.  The hotels in this area are so high-end that most movie execs stay in this area when flying in for the Toronto film festival.  Because of that, this is the most common area to spot celebrities going about their lives.

The Annex

Higher education doesn’t mean higher prices here!  Less expensive than The Beaches or Yorkville, The Annex is the neighborhood surrounding Toronto’s St. George campus and has some of the youngest population averages in the city.  You won’t want to leave once you visit since the beautiful older buildings and college team vibes take years off of anyone who visits.

This is a good option to consider for families who have children who will be in college soon and are looking for good but affordable places to move into.

One of the options that my husband and I are open to is moving abroad to enable our kids to get the best education we could provide for them. All our children are currently homeschooled. We might homeschool until high school. But, definitely, they would be studying in a college or university, eventually. That’s why I do my best to keep my eyes peeled for opportunities for our children to study and train abroad.

Trinity-Bellwoods

If getting fresh air and getting to be amongst your fellow city dwellers is essential to you, Trinity-Bellwoods may just be the neighborhood for you.  Smaller than the rest on this list, this neighborhood offers plenty of parks and outdoor space to beautify your living situation.  It’s ideal for anyone who wants to live in a city without having to look at it every day.

These options are worth considering for families who are planning to migrate to Canada, specifically in Toronto. I have a lot of friends who have migrated already even before the coronavirus pandemic happened. Now, with the current situation in the Philippines, more and more families are considering this option.

Are you open to this option, too? Feel free to share in the comments.