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A British expat has revealed four things people should know when considering moving to Canada.
Research has shown that the United States is the most desirable destination for people who want to move from their home country.
Expat Alex Minion moved from Manchester, England, to Vancouver, Canada, in 2023, and has no regrets. She told MailOnline she will extend her two-year visa to stay in the country for longer.
Here he reveals why his new home in Canada has “enriched” his life and why the country’s climate can surprise people – it’s not the snowy landscape many might imagine.
Read on to find out more and scroll down to vote for the country you would most like to emigrate to…
Alex, pictured, moved from Manchester, England, to Vancouver, Canada, in 2023 and told MailOnline he will extend his two-year visa to stay in the country for longer.
Anticipate an outdoor lifestyle
Alex’s first piece of advice is to expect a very different way of life.
She explains: ‘Since moving to Vancouver, my lifestyle has become much more focused on outdoor activities.
‘There’s a lot more sunshine than in a typical English summer, which is great, and means you can enjoy the stunning scenery, walk around mountains, lakes and trails, or sit on a beach or outside on a pub patio enjoying the weather.’
Dive into sports
Alex has found that his new home in Canada, Vancouver, above, has “enriched” his life.
Alex (left) says: “Since moving to Vancouver, my lifestyle has become much more focused on outdoor activities. People in the city are very active and that’s contagious.” RIGHT: David Lam Park
Alex says: ‘People in the city are very active and it’s contagious. I started running after moving here, tried surfing and learned to ski in the winter because some of the best ski mountains in the world are so close.’
Moving to Vancouver has enriched my life with outdoor adventures and new experiences.
Alex – British Expat in Canada
Relationships will change
“While I enjoy outdoor activities, I miss my old community and the irreplaceable connections with friends and family,” the expat adds.
‘Adjusting to a new social circle can be challenging despite exciting lifestyle changes.’
Consider the cost of living
Alex notes: ‘Living in Vancouver has its challenges, particularly the high cost of living. Expenses can quickly add up and budgeting becomes crucial as money may not go as far as it once did.
‘Moving to Vancouver has enriched my life with outdoor adventures and new experiences, but it’s essential to weigh these against the emotional and financial considerations of leaving a familiar community behind and adjusting to the higher cost of living.’
Canada is the number one choice for those looking to relocate
Relocation experts at 1st Move International analyzed Google search data to determine the countries people are most interested in moving to, and Canada was the number one choice out of 74 countries.
UK residents were the most likely to want to move to the United States
Alex comments: “Moving to Vancouver (above) has enriched my life with outdoor adventures and new experiences.”
Relocation experts in 1st international movement They analyzed Google search data to determine which countries people are most interested in moving to, and Canada was the number 1 choice out of 74 countries.
Google Keyword Planner was used to find the number of searches for moving, relocation, and homes in each country to reveal the most searched nations.
Canada took first place thanks to an impressive 1.5 million visits, with 1st Move International stating: ‘Canada is a diverse country with a high quality of life.
‘In addition to publicly funded health care and education, Canada is blessed with stunning natural beauty.
‘However, Canada has a high cost of living, especially if you live in a city.’
The data revealed that Canada was closely followed in the relocation rankings by Australia (second), New Zealand (third), Spain (fourth) and the United Kingdom (fifth).
In sixth place was Portugal, with Japan (seventh), Germany (eighth), France (ninth) and Switzerland (tenth) completing the top 10.
UK residents were the most likely to want to move to the US, followed by Australia (second), the United Arab Emirates (third), Canada (fourth) and New Zealand (fifth).
You can find the full investigation here: www.shipit.co.uk.