Let's get real: The possibility of Donald Trump becoming President grows larger every day. The fear of the outspoken business mogul's ascent to power has many Americans considering a move to Canada, searches on how to move to Canada spiked upwards of 500 percent after Trump's sweep of seven out of 11 Super Tuesday primaries. So, in the event of a Trump presidency, here are some top-notch options on where to move in the Great White North.
The Maritime Provinces
1. Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
Population: 157, 451
Closest State(s): Maine
Average Housing Price: $98,338 CAD ($73,363 USD)
Cape Breton Island forms a part of Nova Scotia and is renowned for its breathtaking ocean views and plentiful outdoor activities. While tourism still plays an important part in the island's economy, Cape Breton has been facing a population decrease for quite some time. The island has been in the news, as of late, for a local radio host creating a website entitled "Cape Breton if Trump Wins," which gives information to Americans on how to move to the island. Started as a joke, many serious inquiries have been asked, and some Americans have even looked on the island for potential property to buy.
2. Saint John, New Brunswick
Population: 70, 063
Closest State(s): Maine
Average Housing Price: $168,048 CAD ($125,369 USD)
Saint John is the largest city in the Maritime province of New Brunswick and is one of the oldest cities on Canada's Atlantic coast. As a result, the city is home to numerous museums, beautiful parks and cultural attractions. Saint John is also within an hour's drive to Maine, making it one of the closest cities to the U.S. to make the list.
Québec
1.Québec City, QC
Population: 765,706
Closest State(s): Maine, New Hampshire
Average Housing Price: $272,266 CAD ($203,119 USD)
Stepped in its French colonial past, Québec City is arguably the most European city outside of Europe. The city's Old Port features cobblestone streets, French architecture and quaint sidewalk cafés that will make you feel like you are walking down the streets of a medieval French city. The city is also home to Université Laval, the oldest French-language university in North America. A fair warning to Americans the city (and entire province) has one official language: French.
2. Montréal, QC
Population: 1,649,519
Closest State(s): Vermont, New York
Average Housing Cost: $341,000 CAD ($254,397 USD)
Canada's second-largest city is a modern metropolis that, like the rest of Québec, holds tightly to its French roots. While the city's official language is French, both English and French are widely spoken throughout the city. Montréal is home to a robust, globalized economy that is based in technology, finance and education. The city is also home to McGill University, which is consistently ranked as one of the world's top educational institutions.
Ontario
1. Ottawa, ON
Population: 883,391
Closest State(s): New York
Average Housing Cost: $401,626 CAD ($299,626 USD)
Ottawa is Canada's capital. Situated on the Ottawa River opposite Gatineau, Québec, greater Ottawa is home to nearly 1 million people, making it the fourth largest city in Canada. The city is home to the Rideau Canal, which connects the Great Lakes to the St. Lawrence River. In the winter, hundreds of people skate down the frozen canal. Ottawa is consistently ranked as one of the world's most livable cities.
2. Toronto, ON
Population: 2,615,060
Closest State(s): New York, Michigan
Average Housing Cost: $639,000 CAD ($476,716 USD)
Toronto is the largest city in Canada and the fourth largest in North America. It is also one of the most diverse cities in the world, with nearly 50 percent of its residents being foreign-born. As a result, Toronto is the primary cultural, economic and transportation hub of Canada. For those who love big-city living, Toronto is definitely the place to be.
The Plains
1. Winnipeg, Manitoba
Population: 663,617
Nearest State(s): Minnesota, North Dakota
Average Housing Cost: $427,853 CAD ($319,193)
Winnipeg is the largest city in Manitoba and is the hub of the Eastern Plains. The city was named the Cultural Capital of Canada in 2010, owing mostly to the 26 national historic sites of Canada that can be found within the city limits. Sports are huge in Winnipeg, with the Winnipeg Jets representing the city in the NHL.
2. Calgary, Alberta
Population: 1,096,833
Nearest State(s): Montana, Washington
Average Housing Price: $467,500 CAD ($348,771 USD)
Calgary is on the western edge of the plains, bordering the Canadian Rockies. The city is known for its high-paying jobs in the energy, healthcare and aerospace industries. Calgary is also home to numerous cultural institutions and Calgary Flames, the city's NHL team.
The West
1. Vancouver, British Columbia
Population: 603,502
Nearest State(s): Washington
Average Housing Cost: $816,705 CAD ($609,290 USD)
Vancouver is Canada's rapidly-growing Pacific metropolis. Home to much warmer weather than the rest of the country, Vancouver sees little snow and mild winters. The city has experienced a massive population growth in recent decades, especially in the form of Asian immigration. Such growth makes Vancouver the most expensive place on the list to buy a home and to do a lot of other things, as well. However, the city's natural beauty, hugging the Pacific Ocean with the Canadian Rockies as a backdrop, can't fail to be noticed.
2. Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Population: 19,234
Nearest State(s): Montana, Washington
Average Housing Price: $345,000 CAD ($257,382 USD)
If none of the cities mentioned above are far enough away from Trump for you, Yellowknife is the place for you. The city is the farthest north on this list. However, the Northwest Territories are renowned for their natural beauty, outdoor activities and diverse First Nations population. For the outdoorsman, Yellowknife offers year-round enjoyment.