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Jordan Weiss, PhD
Last updated
Jun 2026
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9 homes
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Discover Villa Italia, a senior living community nestled in the heart of Hamilton’s West Mountain. Tailored to offer comfort, purposeful social engagement, and comprehensive support, Retirement Living experts manage Villa Italia professionally, providing a secure and affordable residence for seniors seeking a nurturing environment. Embracing a European lifestyle, Villa Italia offers 24-hour nursing care catering to seniors who appreciate and enjoy this distinctive way of life.

Villa Italia celebrates a beautiful harmony between varied cultures, creating an inclusive environment where residents from diverse backgrounds thrive together. Infused with a Mediterranean flair, this community is a testament to the generosity of the Hamilton community, built through generous donations to serve seniors. With an array of well-appointed studios and one-bedroom suites, residents are encouraged to personalize their living spaces with cherished belongings, fostering a sense of familiarity. While the community’s motto carries an Italian essence, residents find comfort in communicating in English and Italian with the accommodating staff and management, fostering a welcoming atmosphere enriched by cultural diversity.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Respite Care
Phone: (905) 388-4552

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A Verve Senior Living Community, Canterbury Place Retirement Residence is an upscale independent living home for seniors in North York. The dedicated team of professionals ensures compassionate care for a graceful aging experience. The staff inspires residents to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. Canterbury Place is committed to ensuring community residents are comfortable and secure.

Canterbury Place is a beautiful high-rise apartment complex that has designed every corner of the building to fulfill the needs of its residents. Featured amenities include a grand dining room, common areas, lounges, and outdoor spaces. To maintain a bustling environment, personalized care for specialty services, medical services, wellness activities and clubs, maintenance, housekeeping services, 24/7 care staff, premier meal programs, and scheduled recreational activities are offered.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Independent Living Respite Care
Phone: (416) 227-1643

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Waterford Grand Retirement Living proudly presents an array of 215 retirement-style rental suites, assuring an environment of security, comfort, and exceptional senior support in Barrhaven, Ontario. Thoughtfully crafted floorplans cater to individual lifestyles, embodying a refined sense of luxury. It thrives with vitality, offering seniors the opportunity to relish a dynamic neighborhood.

The extensive range of amenities includes an indoor pool, spa, fully equipped fitness studio, as well as an upscale wine bar and restaurant. Further enriching the experience, there’s a charming coffeehouse, a delightful soft ice cream café, and a professional hair salon, among other conveniences. Notably, the establishment features a dedicated memory care unit and elevated care services, underscoring its commitment to independent living.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) Independent Living Memory Care
Phone: (613) 823-4666

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Waterford Retirement Residence is an assisted living community that takes pride in delivering new and innovative amenities to its residents. In the Ottawa area, this inaugurated community offers unmatched amenities and services that are set to remain unparalleled for years to come.

Waterford Retirement Residence offers a continuum of care lifestyle, providing residents with the reassurance of aging-in-place without the need to relocate if their care needs change. With a dedicated floor for each Windsong Memory Care and Birches Enhanced Care, residents and their loved ones can rest assured that personalized care is readily available. Discover the essence of exceptional assisted living at Waterford Retirement Residence, where residents experience comfort, convenience, and a welcoming community that feels like home.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) Independent Living Memory Care
Phone: (613) 737-0811

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Viva Oakville Retirement Community is a retirement community in Oakville, ON, Canada, that offers independent living and assisted living. Featuring premium amenities in a warm and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults experience the utmost comfort. Wth anytime dining, housekeeping, and concierge services, residents have a maintenance-free lifestyle. The community’s thoughtfully curated amenities and high-quality services also ensure residents’ holistic well-being.

Cooking demonstrations, group outings, and fitness classes are just some of the lifestyle activities dedicated to helping residents learn and live actively. For residents’ relaxation and wellness, a salon, a saltwater pool, and a garden are also available. Residents also have quick access to necessities and leisure with the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, shops, and parks nearby. This retirement community is committed to improving older adults’ welfare, making it one of the best options for senior living in Canada.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Independent Living
Phone: (289) 725-6000

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Grandview Retirement Living in Stony Creek is an upscale, independent living and assisted living community. The luxurious condominium-style housing boasts an innovative approach to senior care that strives to balance professionalism and make one feel at home. The first-class community is exceptionally thriving when it comes to its patients, creating an unparalleled level of care not found in many luxury retirement homes in Stoney Creek.

At Grandview, residents receive holistic needs of its residents with world-class hospitality and resort-style accommodations. Seniors maintain an active and comfortable lifestyle through wellness activities at the fitness center and indoor pool, stay creative at the arts and crafts studio, get together with friends and families at outdoor common areas, relax in an in-house movie theater, and maintain a healthy lifestyle through specialized, enriching programs.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Independent Living
Phone: (289) 207-5054

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Westpointe Retirement Community

164 Maravista Dr, Nepean, On K2J 7A7, Canada
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A newly built and extraordinary senior living community located in the serene neighborhood of Maravista Drive, Barrhaven, ON, Westpointe Retirement Community offers a spectrum of care options including independent living, physical assisted living, residential care, memory care, and convalescence & respite care. The community features a spectrum of floor plans including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. To ensure the comfort and safety of its residents, Westpointe Retirement Community delivers round-the-clock care from a team of highly skilled and dedicated professionals.

Westpointe Retirement Community promotes an active and vibrant community, orchestrating a variety of activities and programs such as arts and crafts, kitchen demonstrations, picnics, sightseeing tours, and boat trips. Moreover, the community is conveniently located at the heart of local amenities, allowing its residents easy access to everything they need. Residents enjoy fresh, healthy, and flexible meal plans to satisfy their dietary needs and cravings. Westpointe Retirement Community provides a fireside library, saltwater fitness pool, raised gardens, arts and crafts room, exercise room, hair salon and spa, outdoor patios, sunroom, and an exclusive Hidden Oasis Rooftop Terrace.

Phone: (613) 515-5105

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A serene senior living community located at Bank Street, Ottawa, ON, Billingswood Manor features an enhanced living package and respite and convalescent stay. The community program provides assistance with transfers and mobility, daily personal care, tray assistance, dining assistance, and incontinence care. Moreover, the duration of the program depends on the level of care needed by seniors. Offering spacious floor plans including studio rooms and large studio rooms, Billingswood Manor ensures warm and comfortable residences.

Billingswood Manor boasts a team of well-trained and compassionate healthcare professionals who provide 24-hour care and assistance. Focusing on the safety of its residents, the community complies with Ontario’s Fire Safety Code and places sprinkler systems, smoke detectors, and alarms all over the place. The community fosters an active and engaging environment for the seniors, providing them with exciting activities. Here, residents enjoy balanced and delicious meals three times a day, prepared to satisfy their needs and palettes. Billingswood Manor ensures the comfort and leisure of its residents, providing them with all-around care and assistance.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Respite Care
Phone: (613) 731-8448

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Tucked in the heart of Barrie, Ontario, Gilda’s Club Simcoe Muskoka is dedicated to providing unparalleled cancer support for individuals and their families, lessening the burden of cancer-related distress while offering an array of evidence-based support programs tailored to each patient’s needs. Their support groups create a nurturing space for sharing experiences, fostering bonds that transcend the boundaries of cancer.

Their social events also provide an avenue for laughter and connection. From holistic approaches to cutting-edge therapies, they leave no stone unturned in their quest to empower their community. Here, individuals will find solace in the warm embrace of professionals who understand and support them in their journey.

Phone: (705) 726-5199

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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Ontario, Canada

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Ontario, Canada?

Assisted living in Ontario, Canada supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Ontario, Canada?

Assisted living in Ontario, Canada is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are typically regulated more strictly by national and local care authorities.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 9 assisted living facilities in Ontario, Canada. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Ontario, Canada?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Ontario, Canada, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Ontario, Canada?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent inspection or regulatory report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

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