On a list of the 100 best Canadian cities for renters, St. Albert comes in dead last.
The report from online real estate marketplace company Point2 used data from Statistics Canada and other sources to compare the country’s largest cities on 24 different metrics in three categories: economy and housing, quality of life, and community. The metrics were weighted to determine the final score.
St. John’s, NL tops the list, owing to its strong economy, housing affordability, vibrant arts and culture scene, and a shared sense of community among residents.
Two other east coast cities — Saint John, NB and Fredericton, NB — ranked in the top 10, alongside St. John’s and seven cities in Québec.
“St. Albert ranked lower on the list mainly due to its lower rentership rate and limited rental options compared to …