Canada – Visas
Relocating to Canada means engaging with a multi-tiered immigration framework administered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).…
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Make your move to Canada
Mountains, lakes and vast open space define Canada, backed by strong public healthcare and large communities from around the world. A streamlined skilled-migration route can lead straight to permanent residency for skilled arrivals.
Canada at a glance
Cost of living
High
Property
Expensive
Healthcare
Strong
Safety
Moderate
Climate
Cool (~10°C)
English
Native / official
Expat community
Very large
Where Canada is strongest: English-friendliness #6 of 81size of expat community #26 of 81healthcare #29 of 78
Worth weighing up: tax friendliness #76 of 81property affordability #63 of 75cost of living #63 of 77
TaxWorldwide income; no wealth tax
Visa / residencyExpress Entry (direct PR); no retiree visa
General information to compare destinations, not personal financial, tax or immigration advice.
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