Canada offers Muslim travelers excellent halal infrastructure in multicultural cities. Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver have thriving Muslim communities and stunning natural wonders. See our halal food guides for dining options. Explore halal food in Canada for more information. Explore Muslim travelers for more information.
Why Visit Canada?
- 1.4 million Muslims: Strong communities
- Multicultural: Welcoming society
- Excellent halal: Major cities
- Natural wonders: Niagara, Rockies
- Safe travel: Very secure
Must-See Destinations
Toronto & Area
- Best halal: Extensive options
- Niagara Falls (day trip)
- CN Tower
- Scarborough halal hub
- Mississauga Muslim community
Montreal
- Old Montreal charm
- Notre-Dame Basilica
- Côte-des-Neiges halal area
- French Canadian culture
- Poutine (vegetarian available)
Vancouver
- Stanley Park
- Mountains meet ocean
- Surrey halal hub
- Whistler (day trip)
Canadian Rockies
- Banff National Park
- Lake Louise
- Limited halal—pack food
- Stunning scenery
Halal Hubs
Toronto:
- Scarborough: Middle Eastern, South Asian
- Thorncliffe Park: Diverse halal
- Mississauga: Large Muslim community
- Downtown: Various options
Montreal:
- Côte-des-Neiges: Halal concentration
- Downtown: Some options
- Halal poutine available
Vancouver:
- Surrey: Muslim community
- Downtown: Some restaurants
- Richmond: Some Asian halal
Major Mosques
- Toronto: Jami Masjid, ISNA
- Montreal: Islamic Centre of Quebec
- Vancouver: BC Muslim Association
- Many neighborhood mosques
Practical Tips
- Toronto best: Most halal variety
- Major cities easy: Good infrastructure
- Rockies plan ahead: Limited halal
- Supermarket halal: Widely available
- Tim Hortons: Verify menu items
- Winter cold: November-March severe
Best Time to Visit
- June-September: Summer, best weather
- Fall colors: September-October
- Winter: Ski season, very cold
- Spring: April-May, variable