Vancouver Travel Risk — Moderate Risk (26/100)
Is Vancouver safe right now? Checked 16 October 2026
Vancouver scores 26/100 on our travel risk index (Moderate). The US State Department rates Canada Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions, updated 5 Jun 2026); the UK has no advice against travel. No GDACS or USGS hazard events within 100 km in the last 14 days. CDC travel health notice: Level 1, Hepatitis A in Canada (4 Jun 2026). No change in government advice in the last 7 days.
Disease & health (score 10)
Crime (score 22)
September 27, 2026
Vancouver, Canada has a current Travel Risk Calculator composite score of 26 out of 100 (moderate risk tier); the highest-rated risk category is crime at 22/100; the lowest-rated category is disease & health at 10/100; last updated September 27, 2026. For official nationwide security advisories, entry requirements, and health notices, see the Canada travel risk page. Real-time conditions below include live weather, official advisory levels, GDACS disaster alerts, and current news.
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Vancouver currently sits at 26/100 on our composite travel-risk index, which puts it in the moderate-risk tier. Most travelers will be fine with normal precautions, but a few categories below score high enough that planning matters. The highest-rated risk category for Vancouver is crime (22/100), and the lowest is disease & health (10/100). This page was last updated on September 27, 2026; the baseline category scores reflect analytical indicators, layered with live conditions throughout the day. Live conditions — weather and air quality every 30 minutes, US State Department advisory every 6 hours, GDACS disaster alerts every 30 minutes, CDC health notices every 12 hours, and news every hour — are cached at the source and refreshed automatically when stale.
Driven by: security (26/100) and natural hazards (42/100).
A score of 26 is higher than the scores of 17% of the 241 countries we cover.
AI safety snapshot · refreshed Oct 15, 2026
Vancouver, Canada currently maintains a baseline composite risk score of 26 out of 100, indicating moderate risk. The U.S. State Department advisory level stands at 1, alongside a Level 1 global Dengue health notice from the CDC. Recent safety headlines focus on Canadian travel advisories for other international destinations rather than local incidents.
AI-summarized strictly from the live public-source data below (US State Dept advisory, GDACS, CDC, Google News). Auto-refreshed at most once per day on the first visit. Not official advice.
Live conditions last refreshed: Oct 16, 2026 03:37 UTC
What should I do now?
- Run a real assessment. Open the calculator for live data (weather, advisory, news) layered onto this baseline.
- Crime (score 22/100): Use registered taxis or ride-share apps. Keep electronics out of sight in public transit. Read recent reviews for your specific neighborhood.
- Transport safety (score 15/100): Use the safest available transit. For high-risk routes, prefer reputable carriers and avoid late-night driving.
- Check your country's advisory. The single most authoritative live signal. Linked at the bottom of every real assessment.
Day vs Night Safety in Vancouver
Guidance based on our scores and official advice — not a measured score.
Daytime transit and exploration in central areas are generally safe and routine. Standard alertness in crowded transit hubs and tourist plazas is adequate.
After dark, keep to well-illuminated thoroughfares and busy dining/entertainment quarters. Use verified taxis or rideshare apps when returning late.
Safety by Traveler Type in Vancouver
Guidance based on our scores and official advice — not a measured score.
No group-specific warning is triggered in Vancouver for solo travelers (Crime 22/100 · Transport 15/100), women traveling solo (Crime 22/100), families with children (Health 10/100 · Natural disaster 15/100), older travelers (Health 10/100 · Transport 15/100), business travelers (Digital 15/100 · Money 15/100 · Transport 15/100) and lgbtq+ travelers (Advisory 15/100 · Political 10/100): these scores sit in the low-to-moderate range, so standard precautions apply. Local laws affecting LGBTQ+ travelers and gender-specific incident rates are not captured in our scores; check your government's travel guidance.
Score layers
Safety categories
Source: Grounded open data research & citations
Quick facts
| Hospital access | medium |
|---|---|
| Airport risk | medium |
| Road safety | medium |
| Public transport | medium |
| Tourist scam risk | medium |
| Night safety | medium |
| Last updated | September 27, 2026 |
Live conditions in Vancouver
Real-time data refreshed from public sources — weather and air quality from Open-Meteo, official advisory from the US State Department, disaster alerts from GDACS, health notices from the CDC, news from Google News. For an AI-synthesized briefing tailored to your specific trip, run a personalized assessment.
Today's weather
☁ Overcast
Vancouver, Canada
| Today's high / low | 15.2°C / 6.9°C | Wind now / max | 7.6 km/h / 10 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humidity | 63% | Precipitation today | 0 mm · 0% chance |
| UV (max today) | 3.4 | Sunrise / Sunset | 07:33 / 18:21 |
Source: Open-Meteo (free public weather API) · fetched 2026-10-16 03:19:18 UTC · cached
Air quality
Air Quality
Moderate
| PM2.5 / PM10 | 25.7 / 26.4 µg/m³ | O₃ / NO₂ | 18 / 44.9 µg/m³ |
|---|
Source: Open-Meteo Air Quality · fetched 2026-10-16 03:19:18 UTC · cached
Official travel advisory
Level 1 · Exercise Normal Precautions
Canada - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Read full advisory → · US Department of State
Natural hazard calendar & history
5-Year Hazard Calendar (100 km Radius)
| Hazard | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Floods | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 3 |
Most flood events within 100 km of Vancouver happened in December (3 of 5 in five years).
Source: GDACS, USGS; five years to October 2026.
CDC Traveler Health Notices for Canada
- Level 1 - Hepatitis A in Canada (Level 1, 4 Jun 2026)
Source: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Public Domain).
For consular advice on women's safety, LGBT+ travel, and local laws, see the Canada travel advice & laws.
Check the official entry requirements for your nationality before you travel. See the Canada entry requirements.
Health notices
Health Notices for this Destination
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Level 1 - Global Dengue WATCH · 2026-10-02
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Vietnam, Maldives, Bolivia, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Costa Rica, Mar
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Level 2 - Global Polio ALERT · 2026-09-23
Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nig
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Level 1 - Hepatitis A in Canada WATCH · 2026-06-04
Manitoba, Canada is currently experiencing a hepatitis A virus (HAV) outbreak. HAV is contagious and spreads through close person-to-person contact and by eating contaminated food or drink.
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Level 1 - Global Measles WATCH · 2025-05-28
Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghan
Source: CDC Travelers’ Health · fetched 2026-10-15 19:24:31 UTC
Recent headlines
Recent Headlines · Vancouver Canada
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Canada Issues Travel Advisory For The U.S. Amid Disease Outbreaks
604 Now · 10h ago
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Canada updates UAE Travel Advisory, urges Canadians to avoid non-essential travel
RED FM Canada · 2d ago
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Canada cautions Canadians against travel to Saudi Arabia after airports targeted
CTV News · 10h ago
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What solutions are Vancouver’s municipal leaders offering to address public safety?
CityNews Vancouver · 1h ago
Source: Google News · headlines verbatim, dates from publishers · fetched 2026-10-16 03:19:19 UTC
1991–2020 climate normals
Seasonal risk & best time to visit Vancouver
The most weather-stable two-month window for Vancouver is July–August, when typical daily temperatures run from about 14°C to 24°C and monthly rain averages 45 mm.
Seasonal planning flags include heavy rain season in October–March. These are climate patterns, not forecasts.
Climate normals are planning context, not a short-range forecast. Source: Open-Meteo Climate API. Refreshed Jul 30, 2026.
Calculate risk for these travel dates Compare seasonal windows →
Practical safety map
Safety infrastructure nearby in Vancouver
Vancouver has 7 hospitals, 10 police stations, 5 embassies, 10 pharmacies and 5 fire stations within 7 km of the city center in the latest OpenStreetMap extract.
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Facility list (works without JavaScript)
- Hospital: British Columbia Children's Emergency
- Hospital: Burnaby Hospital
- Hospital: Children's & Women's Health Centre of British Columbia
- Hospital: Emergency
- Hospital: Mount Saint Joseph Hospital
- Hospital: St. Paul's Hospital
- Hospital: Vancouver General Hospital
- Police: Community Police
- Police: Community Policing Centre
- Police: Downtown Community Policing Centre
- Police: Kerrisdale, Oakridge, Marpole Community Policing Centre
- Police: Kitsilano Fairview Community Policing Centre
- Police: Vancouver Police Annex
- Police: Vancouver Police Department Headquarters
- Police: Vancouver Police Department Property Office
- Police: Vancouver Police Training Academy – Centre of Excellence
- Police: West End - Coal Harbour Community Policing
- Embassy: Unnamed embassy
- Embassy: Chinese Consulate
- Embassy: Consulate General of the People's Republic of China
- Embassy: Consulate General of Viet Nam
- Embassy: Taipei Economic and Cultural Office
- Pharmacy: ClickCare Pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Fraser Medicare Pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Fraser Neighbourhood Remedy'sRx Pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Fraser PharmaChoice Pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Mednow Pharmacy
- Pharmacy: NoVara Pharmacy
- Pharmacy: P&A Pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Pharmasave
- Pharmacy: Pure Integrative Pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Shoppers Drug Mart
- Fire station: Firehall No. 1
- Fire station: Firehall No. 13
- Fire station: Firehall No. 18
- Fire station: Firehall No. 20
- Fire station: Firehall No. 3
Map and facility data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Locations can be incomplete or outdated; confirm before relying on them. See this destination’s numbers or browse emergency numbers by country.
Emergency numbers (Canada)
| Police | 911 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 911 |
| Fire | 911 |
| General | 911 |
See nearby hospitals, police, pharmacies, embassies, and fire stations on the safety map.
Medical access
| Hospital access | medium |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy access | medium |
| Emergency response | medium |
| English-speaking care | unknown |
| Evacuation complexity | medium |
No specific information regarding hospital access, emergency response, or healthcare facilities for travelers was provided in the search results.
Common scam patterns
- Petty Theft and Pickpocketing. Petty crimes such as bag snatching, passport theft, and pickpocketing can occur in Canada. These incidents are notably common in tourist areas, larger cities, and on public transport. Tip: Remain alert to your surroundings at all times and take proactive steps to safeguard and secure your personal belongings.
Area notes
- Downtown Vancouver. A central urban area featuring accommodations like the Grand Park Hotel & Suites and Moda Hotel, where travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime.
- Vancouver Airport Area. Home to transit accommodations such as the Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel, serving visitors arriving by air.
Nearest embassies & consulates
Find your home country's diplomatic mission in Canada for consular support, lost passports, or citizen emergencies:
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Calculate my trip riskScore history
| When | Score change | Tier | Reason / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | 27 → 26 | moderate | Method change (scoring v2) scoring v2 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | 0 → 0 | unknown | Data update Grounded open data research & citations |
| Sep 27, 2026 | 20 → 27 | low → moderate | Method change (scoring v2) scoring v2 |
| May 15, 2026 | — → 20 | low | Data update Editorial baseline 2026-05-14 (Numbeo + WHO + State Dept + Global Peace Index references) |
Every editorial change to Vancouver's composite score is logged here, with the source and reason for the change. Live data overlays (weather, advisories, disaster alerts, news) refresh continuously on their own cadences and are not recorded as score changes — see the Live conditions section above for current overlay state.
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Transparency & Sources
We document the baseline sources, coverage scope, and data inputs for this destination below.
Sources used
- SimpleMaps World Cities (CC BY 4.0): Coordinates, region, population for Vancouver
- Travel Risk Calculator score (method v2): Security, crime and scams, health, natural hazards and current alerts for Vancouver, from US, UK and Canadian advisories, INFORM, World Bank, UCDP, CDC, GDACS, USGS and OpenStreetMap
- Editorial baseline (Travel Risk Calculator): City-level threat scoring across 9 categories (crime, health, advisory, political, disaster, transport, environmental, digital security, money safety)
Live data overlays on this page refresh asynchronously on the source cadences shown above. Run an assessment to create a trip-specific briefing using your dates and traveler profile.
Baseline scope
- Category scores represent an analytical baseline, updated from official feeds and public records.
Coverage notes
- Transport-hub safety notes (airport, train stations).
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