Victoria has officially earned its title as Canada’s sexiest city, according to the latest rankings by PinkCherry, an online retailer specializing in sexual health and wellness products.
The rankings are based on consumer purchases made throughout 2024, and the capital city of BC has topped the list of 21 Canadian cities.
Victoria claimed the number one spot ahead of major contenders like Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, and Winnipeg. The rankings considered the most sex toy sales per person in cities with populations over 300,000.
Victoria’s spicy streak is highlighted by some fun facts about its preferences:
- Favourite Lube Flavour: Strawberry
- Favourite BDSM Accessory: Handcuffs
- Favourite Anal Toy: Butt Plugs
While Ottawa snagged the title of “Cuffed-Up Capital” and Vancouver was named the “Best Night Life” city, Victoria’s eclectic and playful tastes pushed it to the top spot. It’s clear that Victorians know how to keep things interesting behind closed doors.
Colwood loses its spark, but Sooke shines
Not every West Shore community shared in Victoria’s glory.
Colwood, once a strong contender in the combined city-and-town rankings, has fallen dramatically to 301st place out of 365 locations. However, there’s good news for nearby Sooke, which snuggled into fifth place on the towns list.
This list highlights towns with populations under 300,000 that had the most sex toy sales per person. Sooke shares the top 10 honours with fellow Vancouver Island town Courtenay, which landed in sixth place. The full top 10 towns list includes:
- Pembroke, Ontario
- Petawawa, Ontario
- Cold Lake, Alberta
- Prince Rupert, BC
- Sooke, BC
- Courtenay, BC
- Whitehorse, Yukon
- Nelson, BC
- Spruce Grove, Alberta
- Cranbrook, BC
PinkCherry’s annual rankings are a playful way to look at trends in sexual wellness across the country. They’re based on per-person purchases of everything from toys and lingerie to lubricants and BDSM gear.
The data offers a cheeky insight into how Canadians embrace intimacy and explore their passions.
Victoria’s reign as Canada’s sexiest city isn’t just about the numbers; it’s a testament to the city’s open-minded and adventurous spirit. As for Sooke, its strong showing highlights that small towns can bring big energy when it comes to romance.
Whether you’re in the heart of Victoria or the cozy corners of Sooke, it’s clear that Vancouver Island is leading the way in keeping things fun, flirty, and fabulous.
