Four Canadian cities have secured positions in the prestigious QS Best Student Cities 2026 ranking, affirming Canada’s status as a premier destination for international education. Montreal leads the pack at 18th position, followed by Toronto (22nd), Vancouver (29th), and Ottawa (80th). While all four cities excelled in Student View and Student Mix categories, they consistently scored lower in Affordability metrics. This ranking comes amid a general decline for North American cities compared to previous years, with Canadian destinations experiencing drops in Student Mix and Desirability indicators.