From superhero blockbusters to Oscar-winning dramas and beloved comedies, Canada has quietly become one of Hollywood's favourite backlots.

Every year, hundreds of productions choose Canada for its world-class film crews, generous tax incentives, modern studios, and incredibly diverse landscapes. In a single day, filmmakers can shoot on a downtown city street, beside a crystal-clear mountain lake, inside a Victorian castle, or along a rugged Atlantic coastline.

Sometimes Canada plays itself. More often, it transforms into New York, Chicago, Seattle, Boston, or even fictional cities that exist only on screen.

The next time you're watching your favourite movie, look a little closer. That famous skyline, historic building, or mountain range might actually be in Canada.

Better yet, many of these locations are places you can visit yourself.

Why Hollywood Loves Canada

Canada is one of the world's largest film production hubs.

British Columbia alone hosts hundreds of productions each year, earning Vancouver the nickname Hollywood North. Toronto has become a favourite for productions needing a city that can double for New York, Chicago, Boston or Washington, while Alberta's dramatic mountains and prairies have starred in countless westerns and survival films.

Beyond the scenery, Canada offers experienced crews, internationally recognized visual-effects studios, competitive production incentives and some of North America's largest sound stages.

1. Mean Girls (2004)

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Although Mean Girls takes place in suburban Illinois, much of the film was actually shot throughout Toronto.

Several schools were used to create North Shore High School, including Etobicoke Collegiate Institute and Malvern Collegiate Institute. The University of Toronto's Convocation Hall also appears during the memorable Mathletes competition.

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If you're exploring downtown Toronto, you can easily combine these filming locations with:

Royal Ontario Museum
Bata Shoe Museum
Yorkville
Queen's Park

Many of these attractions are within walking distance of one another, making it an excellent self-guided movie tour.

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2. Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)

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Unlike many Hollywood productions, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World proudly celebrates Toronto instead of disguising it.

You'll spot Casa Loma, Lee's Palace, the Baldwin Steps, Honest Ed's (now gone), Pizza Pizza, Second Cup and countless neighbourhood streets that Torontonians instantly recognize.

The city isn't simply a backdrop—it becomes one of the film's main characters.

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Start at Casa Loma before exploring The Annex, Spadina Road and Koreatown. Movie fans can easily spend an afternoon retracing Scott's journey through the city.

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3. Deadpool (2016)

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Ryan Reynolds' breakout superhero film made full use of his hometown.

One of the film's biggest action sequences takes place on Vancouver's Georgia Viaduct. Other scenes were filmed throughout Chinatown and downtown Vancouver.

Because Reynolds grew up in Vancouver, filming there gave the movie an authentic local connection.

Nearby attractions

After visiting the viaduct, continue to:

Science World
Gastown
Olympic Village
Chinatown

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4. Juno (2007)

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Although the story unfolds in Minnesota, Juno was filmed throughout Metro Vancouver.

Eric Hamber Secondary School became Dancing Elk High School, while neighbourhoods in Vancouver, White Rock and Surrey completed the film's suburban setting.

Director Jason Reitman intentionally chose Vancouver because it offered the quiet neighbourhoods and seasonal atmosphere he envisioned.

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5. Titanic (1997)

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While most of Titanic was filmed on elaborate sets in Mexico, Halifax played an important role in the production.

Director James Cameron spent time researching the disaster at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, whose collection of Titanic artifacts helped inform the film.

The city also has a direct historical connection to the tragedy, as many victims were recovered and buried in Halifax following the sinking.

Nearby, visitors can also explore the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, another meaningful stop for newcomers to Canada.

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6. Brokeback Mountain (2005)

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The Wyoming wilderness portrayed in Brokeback Mountain is actually southern Alberta.

Kananaskis Country, Canmore, Cowley and Fort Macleod provided the breathtaking mountain scenery that earned the film widespread acclaim.

Today, visitors can hike many of the same valleys and viewpoints featured throughout the movie.

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7. The Revenant (2015)

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The harsh wilderness of The Revenant was brought to life across Alberta's Rocky Mountains before production moved farther south due to unusually warm winter weather.

The Canadian Rockies helped create one of the most visually stunning survival films ever made.

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8. X-Men (2000)

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One of the most recognizable filming locations in superhero history is actually in British Columbia.

Hatley Castle serves as Professor Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters throughout multiple X-Men films.

The castle has become a must-see destination for Marvel fans visiting Vancouver Island.

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9. Catch Me If You Can (2002)

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Steven Spielberg's crime drama used several Montréal locations to recreate American cities from the 1960s.

Old Montréal's historic architecture continues to attract filmmakers because it can convincingly represent cities across North America and Europe.

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10. Good Will Hunting (1997)

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Although the story is rooted in Boston, parts of Good Will Hunting were filmed at the University of Toronto, whose historic architecture closely resembles the prestigious universities of New England.

It is another reminder that Toronto often plays other cities so convincingly that audiences rarely notice.

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Plan Your Own Canadian Movie Tour

One of the best parts about discovering these filming locations is realizing they're more than movie sets—they're real places you can explore.

From walking through the halls of the University of Toronto to standing outside Hatley Castle or hiking the mountains of Kananaskis Country, these destinations offer a new way to experience Canada through the lens of cinema.

Many are also close to museums, galleries, castles and cultural attractions that Canoo members can enjoy for free or at a discounted rate, making it easy to turn a day of sightseeing into your own Hollywood-inspired adventure.