The Gini coefficient is a measure of dispersion, in this case used to show the variation in income. A Gini coefficient of zero expresses perfect equality. A Gini coefficient of one expresses maximal inequality. Lower income inequalities indicate a more equal distribution of wealth and better opportunities for the average citizen. The standard value-added tax VAT rate.
Big Mac Index 4. The Big Mac PPP exchange rate between two countries is obtained by dividing the price of a Big Mac in one country in its currency by the price of a Big Mac in another country in its currency. Source: Economist, Murder rate expresses number of murders per , inhabitants. Lower murder rate indicates safer city and better quality of living.
Environment 1. Source: Wikipedia, ; city's official website, There are mountains at a distance of maximum kilometers 62 miles from the city. Mountains are considered to have an elevation of at least 1, m 3, ft.
Leisure 1. Source: worldstadiums. It indicates that the city is an important religious center. Transportation 1. Cost of the monthly public transport ticket indicates affordability of public transportation for an average inhabitant. Source: Wikipedia, ; city's public transport website, A cheaper single ticket will allow you to move through the city for less money.
Whether you are a visitor or a resident, it will help your economy. Source: Official city's public transport website, The presence and number of airports shows how good is connection of city with different international destinations and its international accessibility.
Commuter Pain Index Source: IBM, Others resonated more widely. Inaugurated in , the rivalry between fans of the Canadiens Habs and the Maple Leafs is one of the longest and most heated in Canadian sports history. Is this a case of tensions built up outside of sports in the streets, in politics finding safe expression on the ice? Or is hockey actually one of the roots of this metropolitan rivalry? Probably a bit of both. To some in both cities, Toronto the Good might have a big-city tax base, but it was still provincial, conservative, and above all, boring.
Local matters, but not in the parochial, oppositional way that boosters or anxious cultural critics once imagined. Friends at last? Only time will tell.
He blogs at historiandanielross. Pingback: Toronto vs. One reason for the dissipation of the rivalry between the two cities is the influence the more than quarter of a million displaced Montrealers has had on Toronto and environs, since the late s.
That fateful move by Sun Life was precipated by the passage of the language law by the Parti Quebec government. Sun Life did not leave without warning the P. Verdict: Toronto wins this round! Toronto: As the biggest city in Canada, Toronto also gets plenty of theater coming through town, which is a big bonus in my book!
They also have the famous sketch comedy club, The Second City. The city is also filled with festivals and events of every kind year-round. These include multiple film festivals, a car race, dance competitions, art festivals, a popular cycling race, dog sledding, and annual holiday events. Verdict: When compared to Montreal, Toronto is lacking in annual festivals and events.
Montreal wins this round. However, in the 4 years since that Census that Toronto is growing with diversity and catching up to Montreal. Montreal: Montreal is one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse cities in the world.
This is likely because it has a high number of immigrants moving there each year. Want to save money on your next trip? I easily save thousands of dollars a year using Airbnb instead of hotels. Plus, if you're anything like me, it'll make you feel like more of a local. Verdict: Toronto wins this one by a landslide! Toronto: I was pleasantly surprised when moving to Toronto to find out that they actually have a pretty solid ethnic food scene.
I still miss the Indian and Chinese food that my boyfriend and I would have delivered at least once a week.
Gastronomy focus on the relationship between food and culture. I was surprised to learn that Montreal is known for its bagels. Both cities have great food available, but they also have areas where they could improve. Verdict: I think Montreal wins this round. As someone who loves living in busy metropolitan areas, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I fell in love with the slightly slower Montreal. Check out my guide to the best things to do in Toronto. With this list, you'll discover both unique non-touristy options, as well as touristy spots in Toronto.
If you only have one day in Montreal, don't run around without a plan. This guide will tell you the best things to do during your 24 hours in the city.
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