Planning to Move Abroad? Canada Tops BHTP's World's Safest Countries List for 2027

Canada's rise is notable because it was ranked fifth in the previous year's list.

What Helped Canada Secure the First Position?

The ranking looks beyond crime rates. BHTP considered different aspects of travel safety, including:

• Safety for women, LGBTQIA+ travelers, and people of colour.
• Protection from violent crime.
• Safety from terrorism.
• Transportation safety.
• Health measures.

Canada secured first place in the category covering women, LGBTQIA+ travelers, and people of color. It also ranked second in health measures, safety from violent crime, and safety from terrorism.

BHTP mainly based its ranking on a survey of American travelers who rated countries they had visited in the previous five years. It also considered information from sources such as the Global Peace Index, the World Health Organization, Numbeo, GeoSure Global, the Equaldex Equality Index, and the Global Terrorism Index.

The ranking reflects travellers' experiences and selected external safety indicators. It is not a government-certified global safety ranking.

Montreal Also Takes the Top Spot Among the Safest Cities

Canada's recognition did not stop at the national level. Montreal was ranked the world's safest city for travelers in BHTP's separate city ranking.

The city made a significant jump from 16th place in the previous edition to first place in 2027, with a score of 82.18.

What Does This Mean for Indians Planning to Move to Canada?

Safety is an important consideration when choosing a country to study, work, or settle in. For Indian students, skilled professionals and families, Canada's latest ranking adds another positive point when comparing overseas destinations.

However, this ranking focuses on travel safety. It does not change Canada's PR eligibility rules, visa requirements, or immigration programs. It also does not mean that every Canadian city or region is free from safety risks.

Planning to make Canada your next destination? Understanding the right visa pathway is just as important as choosing the right country.

At World Visa Group, our team can help you explore suitable Canadian study, work, and permanent residency pathways based on your qualifications, experience, and future plans.

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