So what do you think, which city is better FOR YOU? If people enjoy this kind of video, I can compare more places I've lived or travelled to... let me know :)

"BC stands for Bring Cash" 😂😂😂😂😂 I grew up in Vancouver, and moved to Toronto then now living in Montreal. I get it!

Vancouver is expensive, gorgeous and soulless. Montreal is dirty, cultured, fun and cheap. There ya go.

I think when people mention that Montreal has a LOT of snow, they forget to mention an important fact about that. It's that Montreal is EQUIPED to deal with that snow. During pretty much any size snow storm, by the time you wake up to go to work, most of all the streets are already cleared of snow by snow removal crews. It's an important distinction. Most people who live in places with little snow, when they do get the occasional snow (1 inch) the entire city closes down in panic. Here it's not the case. It's just business as usual. Also, you can plan activities outdoors in the snow. Rain... not so much. I'll take the snowy weather over the constant rain any day!

I am originally from Vancouver, lived there for 30 years. When I moved to Montreal, I realized all the things I have missed, like if I was never exposed to so much cultural events, festivals, the friendliest people even if I didn't speak French (I'm getting there...), open-minded people, authenticity in relation, less business, more human. I also thought that Vancouver was a great place for food, but I wasn't aware about Montreal real foodies paradise, in terms of high-class restaurants, but also in terms of diversity!!!!!!! The food here is just CRAZY delicious, from ethnic options to vegan (which I am not into) to steak houses, smoked-meat (the best in the world!!!!), the bagels, the poutine and the sugar shacks, a yearly tradition that you can't find anywhere else. It seems that here in Montreal, everything is elevated in terms of quality, freshness, innovation, mouth experience and so on. The bars are also not comparable with Vancouver, as here there is hundreds of microbrewery beers, most refined cocktails, wine and everything that concerns drinks. It is truly a world-class epicurien destination. No surprise that all the food TV shows (Anthony Bourdain, Somebody Feeds Phil and many others) always feature Montreal and not Toronto or Vancouver). It takes a lot of honesty for me to admit it, being a west coast person, but Montreal has so much more to offer at every levels. Yes, we have Stanley Park, but they have Mont-Royal and many, many outdoor areas 30 minutes outside the city. Plus, there is a multitude of parks and public squares everywhere here, in every boroughs, so you always have a green space close to where you live. Not in Vancouver. For me, I will say it bluntly, I feel more comfortable to live in Montreal, as the diversity is broader than the one in Vancouver. The amount of Asian people is out of proportion in Vancouver, while in Montreal, the multiculturalism is more integrated, more naturally balanced and blended. I am teaching at McGill University and I can see how everyone seems to be so proud to live in a student-friendly city like Montreal, and I think that I have students that are from every corners of the world. Also, the diversity of boroughs is just overwhelming, so many gorgeous neighborhoods with different and strong personality, whether you are in NDG, Côte-des-Neiges, Le Plateau, Little Italy, Villeray, Westmount, Outremont, Verdun (the coolest city in the world according to a recent global survey) and so on. Fascinating museums, international exhibitions, vibrant music scene, tons of festivals, Montreal is definitely the cultural center of Canada, no question about that. I have been living here for almost 5 years now, and I have to admit that real winter and the snow that comes with it is much more enjoyable than constant rain. When a snowstorm is coming up, people get excited, you can feel it, and without being conscious about it, people get frenzied. There is nothing more beautiful than Montreal under a snowstorm, everything turning into winter wonderland, everything is pure white and it's like a fairytale. There is truly four seasons here, not like in Vancouver (only one, rainy season...). Also, the proximity with New York, Ottawa, Toronto and Quebec City is a big plus for weekend getaways or business travels. One last thing: although politicians and journalists always try to fuel up antagonistic values and rivalries between Montreal and the rest of Canada, in reality (by that I mean citizens, real people), there is no such thing. Montrealers are fully aware of their differences and their culture, but they love all Canadians. Each time I meet new people, they are always curious to know more about the West Coast, they have a very high perception of Vancouver, and the ones that have been there are always quick to mention how much they love my city. I think that «Quebecois» don't have inferiority complexes towards the «roc», and therefore, they just love everyone! I feel much more competition between Vancouver and Toronto, than between Montreal towards any other Canadian cities. It actually only exists on the ice, between the Maple Leaf and the Canadiens. I am not saying that I will never go back to my hometown, as I am sometimes missing Vancouver, but for the moment, I feel my life is fuller with experiences, friends, discoveries and opportunities in Montreal. Their «joie de vivre» is not a slogan, you can feel it immediately when arriving here, and it's authentic. Vive Montreal, Vive Vancouver!!!! (Toronto is also awesome and I have been there 5 times since I am living on the east Coast). We are privileged to be Canadians, from one coast to the other. Living south of the boarder is a different thing...

Montreal has SOUL. That's it.

I believe Montreal is the greatest city in the world (I live in NYC). Since the border closure, I've been living vicariously through your videos. Thank you and keep up the great work.

You forgot to mention how much friendlier and social people in Montreal are. Try starting a conversation with a stranger in public in Vancouver and you'll likely get a slightly shocked and uncomfortable look from the other person 🙄. The arts and nightlife is also infinitely better in Montreal

I've lived in montreal my entire life but it's always interesting seeing the perspective uo people who grew up outside of this city

Mtl definitely has more cultural things to do like festivals, shows, theatres, etc. (Before covid)

Vancouver has lots of nightlife: it got raccoons, skunks, coyotes, even black bears!

I love both cities but for me Montreal has more advantages in comparison, except no city in Canada or even in the world could beat the beautiful nature and sceneries of Vancouver.

I’m literally contemplating between Vancouver and Montreal. I love Van’s weather and its lush greenery, but the cheap rent, the Châteauesque charm, and Montreal’s proximity to other alpha cities is so tempting!

I grew up in the Philippines and experienced summer weather all my life and I hate it. Surprisingly, when I moved to Toronto, I fell in love with winter so I don’t mind a few less degrees in Montreal. And the architecture in MTL is just stunning. I keep complaining abour the cost of living here in Toronto, so it’s obvious that Vancouver wouldn’t be my choice.

"I don't know anyone who wants to go to Toronto" LMAO soo true

Your videos are always so cool, they give a lot of positivity. Greetings from Mexico!!!

Guy living in Montreal: "Montreal gets a lot of snow" Guy living in Quebec city: "Hold my shovel"

Great Video. I'm originally from Vancouver. Now live in Toronto and love going to Montreal on weekends. I think you described the difference between the cities well. It would have been nice if you mentioned the difference in the job markets of the two cities.

I've visited both cities though in both cases it was for a few days. It was also summer both times. I have cousins in Bellingham, Wa. which is just over the border from Vancouver. If I had to choose one of the two cities in which to live, cost of living would bring me to Montreal. Though both cities have depressing winters I know. After living in both NY and Chicago I've had it with snow. So I guess I'm glad I'm now in Mexico City.

Dan I just came across your channel the other day. I binged watch many vids like it was a Netflix documentary. Who you are so resonates through your channel. I come from Vancouver, lived in LA and NY for a long time. I'm now in Halifax. My dream all along was to live in Montreal. I'm taking the long route. Thank you for being you, and by the way, after seeing your mom we know where you get your good looks. Love your gift. Cheers!

Hey Dan From the guy that lived in Montreal for the first 20 years of his life than mother 18 in Toronto and now 26 in Vancouver. I think you nailed really well the difference between Montreal and Vancouver. Thanks so much for your insight, your humour and you’re very well done video. Keep it up

I stopped in Montreal from the USA 20+ years ago at the airport. It was amazing to me to see people who looked like and dressed like Americans speaking French. I would love to go back some day.

Amazing Video! Most of my family is from Montreal except my parents moved to B.C. so I grew up in Kamloops and then lived in Calgary before finally moved to Vancouver. I have been to Montreal so many times visiting family and I love it there. If I were ever to move it would be to Montreal. The city is a bit dirty lol but it does have a lot of charm and feels very unique compared to other cities in North America. The culture is really great there and the city is very fun! Vancouver is great too tho, when I decided to move from Calgary to Vancouver I was kinda bracing for the worst cuz I heard all the time that it rained too much and people were judgy and it was extremely expensive. I ended up finding Vancouver very laid back and people were friendly they just mind their own business but if you approach them they are usually really nice. In Montreal I find the people very passionate which is great but also meant they can be really rude to you. I do find that you will get approached more in Montreal by strangers in both good and bad ways. I also enjoyed the winters in Vancouver so much better then Calgary's and Montreal's just because the rain is more like a mist it is pretty light (apart from winter storms with heavier rain) and easy to go out with wearing just a light hoodie. Calgary was great, I just was tired of scraping the car windows in -45c weather and in the summer taking the car in every year to fix hail damage. I was very thankful to live in Vancouver this summer during COVID-19 because I was able to go to the beach surrounded by Trees, Mountains and Ocean and just relax and enjoy margaritas and I felt like I was on vacation every weekend as it was a great place to escape with your friends. The great thing about Vancouver is that you can literally ski and then go swimming in the same day. There is incredible vibes in Vancouver if you know where to go. If you can afford to live in Vancouver I think it is worth it. Both cities are really great in my opinion but very different. I am proud that we have both of these cities in Canada and I would be happy to live in either one.

Montreal is home to me. I am 20 and I lived in Paris, Jacmel, and Quebec City and I never felt home until we moved to Montreal

I like that video everything was right on point. I grew up in Montreal and lived in Vancouver for 2 years now. But you forget to mentioned that summer in Montréal is amazing. Yes winter is hard because of the snow and the cold (mostly the cold) but after that, the few months of summer makes you forget everything about the winter time.

Wow, just came across your comparison of both city...since I lived in Montreal until 35 and then moved around and lived everywhere in Canada, the USA and BC ( Vancouver city and now, Vancouver Island ) I would say, you are so perfectly right with all of your comments. :) Don't be shy to say that Vancouver is full of Asians, it is; just as Montreal is now very multicultural and has a lot of Haitian people and other nationality too. When I lived in Montreal , it was mostly multicultural, you know, from Eastern European countries ( people that came after world war 2) I was in Montreal 15 years ago, and I saw a lot of people from Morocco , but Asian too, Jewish too, Italian, etc etc but a lot of cool French speaking Quebecois. ;) Definitely, women in Quebec are beautiful...let's just say it ! :) The whole world is changing, nothing stays the same, but Montreal is always in my heart. I am happy you like it, it happens to suit you well too. Take care !

Montreal is definitely one of my global favorites, love it!

You've seen nothing of the Montreal winter so far, last year was baby level winter :^)

The two cities can't really be compared.... completely different; they're both fabulous in their own ways. Vancouver is best for outdoor adventures and Montreal is best for history, culture, older architecture. As far as the people, Vancouverites are self-conscious and people think they need to 'police' others. In Montreal, people mind their own business, it's the idea of live and let live. People in Montreal leave each other alone, however, they are very helpful and friendly if you engage them in conversation and they're very helpful if you need some assistance. Montreal is much more laid back.... much more chill!! However, Vancouver is King for nature, nature, nature. Also, if you move to Vancouver, make sure you have lots and lots of money!! It will suck your finances!

It doesn't make any sense to live in Vancouver if you're not in the 1%. I've lived here for 7 years and am planning a move to Montreal because I'm just so sick of BC, its ridiculous cost of life and dark, extremely gloomy winters... it's not worth it.

You are a very good young men , and it`s showed in your eyes , your voice , and your attitude ! You`r welcome in Montréal P.Qc .

Thats an amazing video. Love to see your vlog. Keep inspiring us to make awesome video.

New subscriber here! J’adore tes vidéos! Keep up the good work!

After 12 years in Vancouver....can’t wait to leave. It’s death to the soul and yes Bring Cash is certainly the truth in Vancouver. Montreal is the great city in Canada.

Insiteful video. Have you ever gone to the territories? I'm oddly interested with the territories and am a bit curious about the way of life there. Where I live its rare to see northern lights, but up there its quite prevalent, which is a huge win. Also, I have a fun suggestion for a video, which would be ranking the provinces and territories from least to most favorite.

This video is so amazing!!! Keep making amazing content 😍

People usually move west in Canada and there is a reason for that. As expensive as it is , one winter in Vancouver and you don’t want to go back to harsh snowy winter back east

Todo el país de Canadá es muy hermoso 😌🇨🇦

That's exactly what I needed. Am going to move to Montreal in December and then later on to Vancouver 🇨🇦😍😍😍

Great video man, just came across your channel. I'm a kiwi but like you have also lived in Vancouver and Montreal albeit over 10 years ago now when I was in my 20's. I loved Vancouver but would choose Montreal every time... however big disclaimer I was only there for the summer months which in Montreal was insanely fun. I went solo and fell in love with the city. I lived downtown so every night would just soak everything up and wander the streets. My biggest love was actually the festivals like Jazz fest and Just for laughs and also Tam- Tams every wknd in the park I thought was so special. I live in NYC now which is coming back and feeling great.

I love the way you handled the culture and race part. Nicely done

I lived twice in vancouver ( north van and langley) and i totally prefer vancouver to Montreal, but too expensive

This video confirmed my decision to move back to Toronto or Montreal from Vancouver as soon as I can bc you've described all the things I don't like about it here :)

Thanks for this video, I'm trying to pick between these 2 amazing cities :)

And that's exactly why I'm moving from Vancouver to Montreal lol KZfaq recommended this video and now I'm watching all of your videos, thank you!

I’ve lived in Vancouver for 4 years, Toronto for 10 and Montréal for a summer (although I pass thru regularly for skiing in winter). My winner is indeed either Montréal or Toronto. I agree Vancouver is stunning and beautiful but definitely not connected and very expensive. Claustrophobia is real. And rain is depressing. My next move will be Montréal while it is still cheap enough! Thanks for reminding me why I left Vancouver.

I lived in both cities too and I agree with what you said in your video. Personally overall I do prefer Montreal as I think its more cultural, more dynamic and more connected even within the city (I don't drive and the transit system in Mtl rocks compared to Vancouver's transit) but I hate snow, do enjoy rain, love the beach so Vancouver is a winner for the weather and location. And then there is politics. I'm a proud Canadian so some time living in QC isn't a piece of cake. But Montreal is a cosmopolitan city, very different from the rest of the province so there is that.

I grew up in Vancouver island (port Alberni and Nanaimo) and have been in Montreal almost 6 years. I like Montreal better but that’s comparing it to the island

Estevi ano passado em Toronto a estudos e quero ir a Montreal assim que possível. Amei!

I've been in Montreal for the past 7 years, your descriptions were pretty accurate! I'm considering moving out to other cities soon for better job opportunities, any comparisons between montreal and other bigger cities in Canada coming in the future?

One thing you forgot... the Quebecois are full of life, fun, optimistic and enjoy living... Vancouver is more timid, and not as outgoing.. Also, the politics in BC are awful and the province is always a big downer, never a can do place, always a, we cant do that place... too bad

Very informative and realistic comparison 👍👌

Amazing vid bro Subbed :)

You forgot to add how close Vancouver is to San Francisco and Los Angeles. I feel like those are pretty nice places to visit from Vancouver.

I'm born and raised in Montreal. I much prefer Vancouver. One of my fav memories is breathing in all that fresh air. I am more a cosmopolitan type. Loved San Francisco. But the cost of living in Vancouver is off the charts. Plus, I LOVE the Maritimes which is closer to Montreal, so it's tough in that regard. Plus I love the Eastern Canadian way. Just used to it.

Cool video man! Prepare yourself for a possible harsher winter this year....last year was pretty mild all things considered haha I love Montreal(borned and raised here), but since I lived in Auckland, New Zealand for a while (and I'd like to go back and live permanently), Vancouver is like my plan B if I can't move back to NZ for whatever reasons because I loved the mild weather so much (amongst other things of course). On the people segment, I thought that maybe you'd talk on how easy or uneasy it is to make friends. I always heard and read that people in Vancouver are not that friendy (not mistaken with polite...two different things haha) but then I read also that some people find Montrealers rude, which is weird to me since Quebecers like to talk...a lot lol It's be my main concern about moving to Vancouver actually...I play music though so it'd probably help to find a band ;)

K summed it up. Montreal is a great place to visit but wouldn't want to live there. Lived in both cities.

Leave Montréal and visit the province go North, Québec city, Charlevoix, Gaspé, les Iles de la Madeleine!!!1

Would you do a video on Quebec City, just as a city, and compare it to other Canadian cities?

Super helpful!

Thanks for this video ! I’m french and I really want to live in Vancouver but I’m a bit scared of the cost of living. I think that I should experiment by myself to see and choice but I like taking all the informations that I can to be prepared so thank a lot

I am from Costa Rica and live in Vancouver. I have not done a single friend here in this city.. People is just weird here. Dan you go to Costa Rica and tell me how many friends you can make in one single day. People down there is just super ultra very really excessively friendly.

I went to Toronto once I'll never make that mistake again.

Can you make a video about moving out of Canada the steps that are needed

If you're moving to Montreal (once this Covid thing has passed) I suggest allowing enough time to get yourself settled in before the end of May. That's when Festival Season starts. Starting with the Grand Prix (not technically a festival) there's festival upon festival overlapping with festival until about mid-September. Then you've got a few weeks before the Holiday Season starts ramping up. And all of that is within an hour's drive of the city. At rush hour. In fact, for most of it, public transportation is the much better option.

I have a similar story having lived in the Boston and Seattle areas. Seattle, Vancouver, and Portland have more in common with each other, I think, than with the other major cities in their respective countries. Boston is really old like Montreal, and has lots of historic and cultural significance, more so than the West Coast cities. Don't know how it is in Montreal, but Boston seemed a harder nut to crack if you were from somewhere else. Not unfriendly or condescending at all, in fact quite the opposite. I didn't get to live there long enough to assimilate before the Air Force shipped me off the Germany, where oddly, I felt more at home right away than in Boston. I have many fond memories and it was a long time ago. I wouldn't mind at all living there again.

montreal has cheaper rent , transit, grocery, 5 hour drive to Toronto is really not bad

Love your videos.

I live in Montréal and I like to go to Toronto at least once a year... but not in 2020. Thank you for the video! So even if I hate cold and snow, I think I'll stay here for the sun :)

It is so funny to read moat of the comments where people love more Montreal than Vancouver! I lived in Vancouver for a year and this is when I felt in love with 🇨🇦. I thought I wasn’t getting over Vancouver cuz I had to go Live in Montreal. Well, I don’t regret it! After 5 years living still here! Montreal is way better than Van, it has more of a light or soul and it is so damn cozy! All in all, love Montreal! I am home.

Haven’t been to Vancouver but this made me fall in love with Montreal even more (moving there in a couple of days). ALSO I love that Toronto x Montreal comparison - we are all here for it 😈

If you really love beautiful nature you need to visit Bruce Peninsula (better in summertime). It’s quite far from Montreal (8 hours), but it is definitely worth going. Also, if you like old architecture go to Québec City. It’s like a small Europe in Quebec and it’s not too far from Montréal.

In 2011 i went to Montreal 2 bedroom was 400$ can you believe it and insurance was 60$ what are rents and insurance now is it better than saskatoon ?

Im moving to Van in a month, after living in Calgary for 13 years. id choose MTL but i dont ever wanna see snow again in my Mexican Life lol. i can not stand snow, literally my body breaks down in many ways. sweet video hermano keep up the good work !

I also have lived in both Vancouver and Montreal. Currently living in Montreal. I do agree that Montreal is much more diverse in terms of ethnicity. I'm from Toronto and I would say Toronto is the most diverse city in Canada. But Montreal is pretty diverse.

You featured a house around 8 mins into the video that I really want to live in when I move in a couple of months !!

I lived in Montreal in the early 90s to attend McGill university (as an American). Rent was around $400 CAD for a 1-1/2 and landlords did not charge security deposits. Even in great neighborhoods the A Louer signs were everywhere.

Born and raised in Montreal. Lived in Vancouver for 20 years. The cities are as different as night and day. Fun fact. Stanley Park is bigger than Central Park. You did a good comparison. Although I will take rain and plus 5 in the winter any day.

I vote Montreal I been watching your videos and I love those back alleys, the parks and places around your home I live I Texas so the snow is going to be kinda new to me.

Excellent video!

living in Vancity now, winters out east are just not worth the lower rent unless u are travelling during those months then I think Montreal would be pretty decent hub

Hongcouver

I'm from Montreal. Have lived in Vancouver for 2 years and loved it living in the West End. Came back to Montreal because of circumstances but always thinking of moving back there.

Great video! I feel that you could have put your opinion on the locals attitude in each city.

I lived in Montreal for 2 years then we moved to Vancouver it has been 2 years we live here but now we want go back to Montreal bc much cheaper than here but I don't know now Montreal is still cheaper and I'm so worried about the winter I was looking to find some videos like this to make me make a right decision thanks for sharing this is kind of videos

I really enjoyed the video, but I think Montreal architecture is sublime compared with glass skyscrapers and condos in Vancouver. I think Vancouver is beautiful, but I had no idea North America had a city like Montreal. I thought had to cross an ocean to see architecture like that.

I live in Brandon, MB now (😢 because of a job) but lived in Ottawa, Calgary, Edmonton and Hamilton. I miss the Rockies for sure and I also love the cultural influence from French Canadians. I’m so torn. I haven’t found my “home” yet.

In Vancouver, it rains at least 8 hours a day, 8 days a week, and for 8 months (October to May).

OK let me ask a question with a twist. If vancouver and surrounding has severe cold like that of montreal but cheaper housing or montreal has mild weather as of vancouver but real estate as expensive as in Vancouver, then where would you prefer to live and why?

Surfing ? Do you know that there is a surfing spot to Montreal?

For the situation places I love Vancouver the most ! For the culture ... Montréal is the top in Canada ! But I choose `` for living `` Gaspésia `` , la Baie des Chaleurs , with mountains and the sea nearby ! And for the oldest city in Canada ... the best place is the city of Québec , the old part of Québec city , I mean .

As a native Canadian, What do you do for your living😅

Thank you!!!

You are leaving out an important argument: the fact that Montreal is predominantly a French speaking City (as with all cities in Quebec). That could be a game breaker for a few folks anyway.

I live in Ottawa. Been here all my life and I like the city. Before Covid I’d travel on average twice a year to Montreal over a weekend. I love the vibe of the city. I have never had the chance to visit Vancouver and am dying to do so. It looks so clean and beautiful. If I were to ever leave Ottawa, Montreal and Vancouver would be my two new cities of choice for sure!

Am from Mtl now living Vancouver. Ur main points are good but lack precision.

I am actually planning to move to Montreal for few months to try out, though I just can't get enough of Vancouver, it's so beautiful but I guess beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder. I work for myself so essentially anywhere in Canada works for me, maybe I can try some city hopping! Keep uploading such videos, these are helpful. Do you have a decent idea of the neighborhoods in Montreal by now? Thanks, Ankush

Having also lived in Montreal and Vancouver, I much prefer Montreal. Vancouver has only two pros, one natural beauty and two mild weather, everything else is a con.

Never been to Vancouver, would like to see it though ! But I'm a Montreal guy all the way. j'ai habité 10 ans à Montréal mais maintenant j'habite à 100km, parfait pour aller faire le plein de ville !

The hockey reference alone gets a like from me! Haha