Canada is one of the best places in the world to be a woman.

This is according to the latest study conducted by US News & World Report in partnership with Y&R’s BAV and Wharton. The report down 80 countries’ overall rankings based “on 75 different metrics.”

See also

• Canada ranked 3rd best country in the world
• Canada ranked #1 country in the world for Quality of Life

The best countries for women ranking was based on the following factors:

• How much the country cares about human rights
• Gender equality
• Income equality
• Progress and safety

According to the report, Canada was recognized for its strong record for gender equality.  However, the report notes that “slow progress has been made in closing the pay equality gap.”

Canada also ranked as the third best country in the world and the first for quality of life.

20 Best Countries to be a Woman in 2019

1. Sweden
2. Denmark
3. Canada
4. Norway
5. Netherlands
6. Finland
7. Switzerland
8. Australia
9. New Zealand
10. Germany
11. Luxembourg
12. Belgium
13. UK
14. France
15. Ireland
16. USA
17. Italy
18. Japan
19. Spain
20. Portugal