5 Worst Places to Retire in Canada

2. North Battleford, Saskatchewan

Insider Monkey Score: 21

Known to be one of the most dangerous places in Canada, North Battleford makes it to our list because of its apparent safety issue. Many social issues such as poverty, addiction, and mental illnesses thrive in the city, leading to the many crimes in the area. As of 2023, it recorded a Crime Severity Index of 557.1 for communities with a population of 10,000 or more, demonstrating an increase from its CSI of 480.7 in the prior year.