Page 2 of Best Independent Living in Ontario, Canada

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Overview of Mount St. Mary‘s Senior Residence

Mount St. Mary’s Senior Residence is an independent living community in Buffalo, NY, offering a variety of one-and two-bedroom apartments. Promoting a lively and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at home. With 24-7 emergency maintenance, on-site laundry rooms, and convenient apartment amenities, residents can live independently in retirement. The community also strives to meet older adults’ budgets and preferences, offering low-income, affordable apartments.

Residents can play with pets, talk to friends, and join fitness exercises to maintain their holistic wellness and have fun. A lively community room and pet-friendly spaces are also available, so residents can freely connect with friends. With restaurants, shops, and bus stops nearby, residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure. This independent living community has top-notch amenities, making it one of the best choices for senior living in New York.

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Overview of Chartwell Grenadier Retirement Residence

Chartwell Grenadier Retirement Residence is tucked in the heart of High Park in Toronto that provides personalized support to ensure that the health and wellness needs of its residents are met each day. An on-site nurse is available, and dining times are flexible at the bar lounge. Their living options are diverse as well. Whether residents are looking for a cozy studio, an assisted care suite, or a spacious one or two-bedroom apartment, there is something for everyone.
The lovely home provides its residents with access to some of the community’s best amenities, including sports facilities, a fishing pond, animal paddocks, and excellent walking and cycling paths. Their library is a perfect place to cozy up with a good book, and their bistro cafe is such a great spot to grab a bite to eat. For those who seek peace, the beautiful chapel and gardens offer an immaculate place to find solace unlike any other.

Starting Price $4,041/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of The Dunfield Retirement Residence

The Dunfield Retirement Residence offers retirement home living, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Toronto, Ontario. Independent living means having a private home without daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Several care options are available in one community. That may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. Chef prepared meals include daily chef specials and à la carte menus, with both casual and elegant dining options. Wellness and life enrichment programs provide organized activities, while seasonal patio seating offers an outdoor setting and private spaces for family gatherings give residents room to host visitors. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community.

Starting Price $5,900/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Delmanor West Village

15 Summerland Terrace, Toronto, On M9A 0B5, Canada
Overview of Delmanor West Village

Delmanor West Village offers a retirement home, assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Etobicoke, Ontario. Independent living means having a private home with community services, without daily care. Assisted living is for residents who need help with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, or taking medication.

Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver is traveling or recovering. The range of care options may suit a resident whose needs change over time. That flexibility can matter when a person’s support needs are not expected to stay the same.

Residents can choose a one bedroom or two bedroom unit. A two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together, while a one bedroom layout provides a single private living space. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when they move into the community.

Aqua fitness offers water based exercise, and rehabilitation services support recovery or the maintenance of physical function. LivingWell Programs, special events, activities, and excursions provide organized programming. Town car service is available for local medical appointments within 5 km, while bus transportation serves scheduled excursions.

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Overview of Hazelton Place Retirement Residence

Hazelton Place Retirement Residence, located in Toronto, Ontario, offers a vibrant and exciting community for seniors. With a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and respite stays, residents are surrounded by a community that fosters a sense of adventure and discovery. Located just north of Bloor Street, Hazleton Place is situated in the heart of the city’s cultural district. Residents are just a stone’s throw away from galleries, museums, and cinemas, providing endless opportunities for exploration. 
The community boasts a library, guest suites, an outdoor terrace, a putting green, a movie theater, a bistro and bar, a fireplace, and a piano lounge – providing something for everyone. And when it’s time to relax, the licensed bar, dining room, and patio offer the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a continental breakfast, along with dietary accommodations. The fitness and wellness center ensures that residents can stay healthy and active, while the communal areas offer ample opportunities for socializing and indulging in artistic pursuits. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Ontario, Canada

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 15 independent living communities in Ontario, Canada. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.