Vancouver was just named one of the very best cities in the world

The 2026 World’s Best Cities Report is officially out, and Vancouver was just named one of the best in the world. Among global giants like Singapore, London, Paris, New York City, Tokyo, and Madrid, this makes Vancouver’s ranking even sweeter.

The report identifies the top 100 “urban powerhouses” across over 270 cities worldwide based on Resonance Consultancy’s mix of data analysis and real-life perception of each location. The resulting list of cities highlights the most globally influential and economically sound places to live, visit, and invest in.

Coming in at #41 out of 100, Vancouver received special recognition for its superior air quality and educational attainment.

“Gorgeous and smart, Vancouver is embracing its global reputation as a coveted, livable destination,” reads the report. “Its talent magnetism keeps pulling them in, coaxing global talent and students with clean air (Top 5 globally) and seawall sunsets.”

UBC and SFU were highlighted as #19-ranked universities, and combined with the educational background and talent already in the city, Vancouver’s business ecosystem was ranked #40.

While we might refer to it as “No Fun City” from time to time, there’s definitely an increased demand for new city developments that are already in the works, as tourism in the area continues to rise. Replacing the Pattullo Bridge, opening Oakridge Park’s revived cultural district, the completion of the Broadway Subway in 2027, and the unlocking of new hotel rooms are just some of the ways City Hall is working to bring Vancouver up to par with other global destinations.

Let’s hope that residents and visitors alike can enjoy the results of these projects sooner rather than later!

Curious where Vancouver falls on the list? Here are the top 50 best cities in the world for 2026:

1. London
2. New York City
3. Paris
4. Tokyo
5. Madrid
6. Singapore
7. Rome
8. Dubai
9. Berlin
10. Barcelona
11. Sydney
12. Los Angeles
13. Seoul
14. Amsterdam
15. Beijing
16. Shanghai
17. Toronto
18. São Paulo
19. Hong Kong
20. Istanbul
21. Melbourne
22. Bangkok
23. Osaka
24. Oslo
25. Stockholm
26. Miami
27. Vienna
28. San Francisco
29. Bengaluru
30. Mexico City
31. Munich
32. Dublin
33. Copenhagen
34. Zürich
35. Chicago
36. Milan
37. Lisbon
38. Prague
39. Buenos Aires
40. Mumbai
41. Vancouver
42. Rio de Janeiro
43. Warsaw
44. Hamburg
45. Shenzhen
46. Montreal
47. Budapest
48. Brussels
49. Riyadh
50. Kuala Lumpur

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