💸 Average prices in 2025 for a room in a shared apartment:

• Toronto : CAD 850 to 1,100/month

• Vancouver : 900 to 1,200 CAD/month

• Montreal : 600 to 800 CAD/month

• Calgary : 550 to 750 CAD/month

• Quebec : 500 to 700 CAD/month

🏡 Studio/1-bedroom apartment :

• Toronto, Vancouver: often more than CAD 1,600/month

• Montreal, Calgary: between 1,100 and 1,400 CAD/month

Note : The cost of living in Canada remains high in major cities, especially in terms of housing. Sharing an apartment is often the best option for Working Holiday Visa holders.

🏨 An ideal solution for the first few weeks , hostels allow you to:

• Find accommodation quickly without a long-term commitment

• Meet other travelers

• Explore the city before looking for a flatshare

💸 Average price in 2025:

• 30 to 50 CAD/night in a shared dormitory.

Our packages include the first few nights in a youth hostel.

After a few weeks, most Working Holiday Visa holders opt for a shared apartment .

✅ Advantages:

• More affordable rents

• Living with other young people (often backpackers or students)

• Flexibility to relocate if needed

💬 Useful sites : Kijiji, Marketplace, Craigslist, and local Facebook groups.

🔹 VVT Service : Our partner helps you find safe accommodation and avoid common scams during online searches.

🌲 For road trip travellers or nature lovers, camping is an economical and refreshing solution.

Private land

Private campsites equipped with showers, electricity, sometimes a swimming pool.

Price: 20 to 50 CAD/night depending on the facilities.

Provincial and federal lands

Managed by the provinces or the Canadian government.

Cheaper and often located in exceptional natural settings.

Price: 10 to 30 CAD/night on average.

Cottages, B&Bs, Guesthouses

A cozier solution, especially in rural areas.

Price: between 70 and 150 CAD/night depending on location.

Others

Airbnb (price varies by city)

Couchsurfing (free, but less developed than in Europe)

To maximize your chances of quickly finding reliable accommodation, prioritize these reputable platforms:

🔎 Research sites:

• Kijiji (the most used in Canada)

• Facebook Marketplace

• PadMapper (ad aggregator)

• Craigslist

• Roomies.ca (specializing in shared accommodation)

🎯 Working Holiday Visa Tip : Always visit a property before paying anything. Get help from job assistance to find safe accommodation.

Your choice of arrival city will greatly influence your Working Holiday Visa experience. Here's a quick overview:

🏙️ Montreal : vibrant cultural scene, more affordable cost of living, numerous jobs in restaurants and events, bilingual French/English city.
🏙️ Toronto : major international city, diverse career opportunities but high rents.
🏙️ Vancouver : stunning natural beauty, mild climate, highly competitive job market.
🏙️ Calgary : lower cost of living, many opportunities in industry and construction.
🏙️ Quebec : European charm, good quality of life, dynamic job market in the service sector.

🎯 For more details on each destination and to plan your trip, we invite you to consult our dedicated pages for each destination

🔹 Working Holiday Visa Service : we help you choose the city best suited to your profile and objectives when planning to go to Canada on a Working Holiday Visa .