Why do people move to Canada?
When we asked people why foreigners move to Canada, they responded...
" Montreal is an international city that attracts people for a variety of reasons. Montreal's economy is the second largest in Canada. As far as expats that move there for work, the largest industries include aerospace, electronics, pharma, printed goods, software, telecom, textile and apparel manufacturing, tobacco, petrochemicals, and transportation. According to CanadaStop0100, Montreal's top employers include such international heavyweights as Bristol-Meyers Squibb (Jobs), Sandoz Jobs, Dassault Systemes (Jobs, and many, many more. There are retirees who will spend part of the year in Canada (U.S. expats who live there up to 180 days can be there without the need of a visa) - visit Travel.State.Gov's Canada Page for more information). Montreal, and other places in the Province of Quebec and its rich French heritage, such as Quebec City, have a lot to offer in terms of cultural experiences for expats. ," said another expat in Montreal, Canada.
"Canada has a diverse culture, great public services, an excellent education system and a high standard of living. It is also a multicultural society that welcomes people from all parts of the world. The country also offers numerous job opportunities, a low cost of living, and a high quality of life. Furthermore, Canada is renowned for its beautiful landscape and has a wide range of outdoor activities to enjoy. Additionally, Canada boasts a safe and secure environment and a strong support network of social and government services. These attractive features are what entice many expats to move to Canada," wrote a member who made the move to Canada.
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- Where will I buy groceries and do other shopping in Canada?
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Why do people move to Canada?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.