Justin McElroy’s book Searching for the Best Place on Earth releases Oct. 20 and includes a ranking that places Vancouver at No. 26.
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Justin McElroy’s first book, Searching for the Best Place on Earth, releases on Oct. 20.
McElroy, who previously created serial rankings and lists, travelled through 52 countries in 52 weeks beginning in March 2024 and visited 100 cities for the project.
According to the book’s ranking, Vancouver is placed 26th among the cities featured, while Montreal is listed as the highest-ranked Canadian city at No. 8.
McElroy said he believes Vancouver has the best geography on the planet, while Montreal has “more of what makes a world-class city tick,” including affordable housing, business diversity, bustling nightlife, culture and “a place for people of all socioeconomic backgrounds.”
He also commented on Toronto’s placement at No. 32, saying, “Under British Columbia law, I cannot say Toronto is better than Vancouver.”
A launch event for the book is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 9, with doors opening at 6 p.m. and the event starting at 7 p.m. at the Rio Theatre on 1660 E Broadway.
Tickets cost $20, according to the event details in the provided material.
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