Advances in technology have grown in leaps and bounds over the past couple of decades. In current times, it is difficult to find an area of life that is not influenced by technology. This is the case for dating in Canada, as the typical methods of dating are drastically different than they used to be. Dating websites and apps are now some of the most popular ways to meet a potential partner. We have created a list of 10 of the best dating websites, so you can read through them and pick your favorites.
1. eHarmony
It can be difficult to find a meaningful relationship on a superficial dating app. If you are looking for something more serious, eHarmony has you covered. They charge a monthly membership cost, so you can be sure that the candidates you are reviewing are all serious about dating.
eHarmony also has a section of their website for individuals who are looking for a bit of self-help. This is the “Finding Yourself” section and contains advice about how to love yourself before you try to love other people.
2. Bumble
The Bumble website turned the tables on how many dating platforms work. With Bumble, the woman must message the man first. This is to avoid spam from people copying and pasting the same message to many of their matches. After you have matched with someone, the woman has 24 hours to make first contact, or you will lose the opportunity.
Bumble has additional features called “Bumble Bizz” and “Bumble BFF.” The former is for career-oriented individuals who are attempting to gain connections in their field of work. The latter targets people who just want to make friends and chat or meet up casually.
3. Sugar Daddy Canada
This dating platform caters to individuals who are looking for forms of alternative dating. Sugar relationships typically involve a younger female partner matching with an older, affluent male, but this could differ depending on the situation. The older partner is usually looking for a companion or someone to spend time with while they are traveling. The younger partner will frequently receive payment for their time in the form of money, jewelry, or vacations.
If you are near a large city, there will be a wider selection of candidates that you can match with. For instance, Ontario sugar babies can easily match with a sugar daddy in Toronto. For British Columbia sugar babies, there are many sugar daddies in Vancouver to choose from.
4. Hinge
Hinge has an impressive reputation of people going on repeat dates with their matches. If you do not have a good experience with a date, you can return to Hinge and leave comments. After that, the algorithms will switch up your matches depending on the feedback that you left.
While swiping through people’s photos, you will have the option of sending a comment along with a ‘like’. This is to encourage conversation, and it avoids the need for awkward icebreakers. For instance, a trip photo might inspire conversations about the area and future travel destinations.
5. Match.com
Match is one of the first online dating websites, with an origination year of 1993. Do not let its age decisive you, as it is still a great choice for someone dating in 2021.
Match profiles are very detailed, so there is a better chance of matching with a compatible individual. You can filter your search results so that you are only shown members who have certain physical features or interests.
6. Zoosk
Zoosk currently hosts over 40 million members and offers a free trial period with no need to input your credit card information. It is easy to create a profile, and most members are up and running in under 10 minutes.
Zoosk still has the swiping feature if members prefer using that to find matches. This is their Carousel feature and allows members to find out when someone they like has liked them back.
7. OurTime
OurTime gears towards individuals who are over 50 years old. The understanding is that dating can be difficult at an older age, particularly if someone has divorced or their spouse has passed away. Many individuals who join the site end up leaving with friends, pen-pals, or relationships, depending on what they are comfortable with.
You can try OurTime for free initially, but you will need to purchase a membership to send messages.
8. ChristianMingle
As a Christian, it can be difficult finding like-minded individuals of faith. This website is highly rated for individuals who are looking for committed, long-term relationships. You can set up a profile on ChristianMingle for free to see if you like it, but you need to pay for a membership to chat with others.
9. JDate
JDate is like ChristianMingle, in that it caters to people of religion. In this case, Judaism. JDate makes it easier to build community connections if you do not have the time required to meet people in person.
10. Plenty of Fish
There are over 30 million members of this dating platform worldwide. It is a free service, so there is no lost investment if you do not find a compatible match. There is also a wide assortment of candidates to choose from, either nearby or within larger ranges. You can also conduct personality tests on the site to enhance your matches.
