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| Measure | Revelstoke | Montréal | Canmore |
|---|---|---|---|
| Climate | |||
| January / July average | -7°C / 18°C | -9°C / 21°C | -7°C / 15°C |
| Sunny days a year | 210 | 200 | 230 |
| Snow a year | 400 cm | 200 cm | 130 cm |
| Money | |||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 120 | 95 | 125 |
| Typical home price | C$850,000 | C$600,000 | C$1,100,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | C$4,250 | C$4,800 | C$5,500 |
| Provincial or state income tax | Medium | High | Low |
| Life | |||
| Health care | Public plan, no premium | Public plan, no premium | Public plan, no premium |
| School rating | 7.4 / 10 | 7.6 / 10 | 7.6 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 5% | 6.3% | 4.4% |
| Main industries | Tourism, forestry, rail | AI, aerospace, gaming | Tourism, remote work |
| Getting around (typical drive) | |||
| Airport | 2h 20m | 25 min | 1h 30m |
| Ski hill | 10 min | 1h | 25 min |
| Beach or lake | 10 min | 30 min | 15 min |
| Downtown | 2h 30m | In town | In town |
| Risks | |||
| Wildfire | Risk: High | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate |
| Flood | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Moderate |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Low | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: High | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate |
| Lifestyle | |||
| ⛷️ Skiing | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| 🥾 Hiking | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| 🌃 Nightlife | – | ✓ | – |
| 🎸 Live music | – | ✓ | – |
| 🍜 Food scene | – | ✓ | – |
| 💻 Remote-work hub | ✓ | – | – |
| 💸 Lower cost | – | ✓ | – |
| 🥐 French-speaking | – | ✓ | – |
| 🏙️ Big city | – | ✓ | – |
| 🏡 Small town | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| See homes | See homes | See homes | |
All figures are approximate and for comparison only: averages and estimates, not official statistics. Prices are in each place's local currency. Risk levels are illustrative; check government hazard maps (FEMA, NOAA, Natural Resources Canada) before you buy.