Toronto has more of most Asian groups than Vancouver in numbers, with the exception of Japanese, of which Vancouver has the most in Canada.

In terms of absolute numbers, Toronto has a significantly larger population of people of Asian descent compared to Vancouver. As Canada's largest metropolis, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is home to over 2 million individuals identifying as Asian, representing a diverse mix of East Asian, South Asian, and Southeast Asian communities. However, if you look at proportionality, Vancouver has a much higher "density" of Asian residents. In the Metro Vancouver area, people of Asian descent make up approximately 45% to 50% of the total population, whereas in Toronto, they represent about 35% to 40%. Vancouver is particularly noted for its high concentration of Chinese and Punjabi communities, while Toronto boasts a massive and diverse South Asian population (Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan) alongside a large Chinese community. In 2026, both cities remain global icons of multiculturalism, but you are more likely to encounter Asian cultural influences as a majority demographic presence in Vancouver, even though the sheer headcount is higher in the sprawling GTA.