we would like to move to canada, but have some questions?

Question

My family and I are considering a move to canada. we have a lot of questions about moving and living there, and the information you get online is very confusing and hard to sift through. we are looking for someone who can explain it simply and help us compare the aspects of life here in the USA versus life in Canada, right down to the basic essentials, and all the way up to 'how to begin'. Please email or use messenger if you are willing to help us or direct us somewhere where we can obtain the correct information in a simplified way. Thanks in advance for your help!

Answer 1

I suggest going to Amazon and buying How to Move to Canada: A Primmer for Americans. It's fairly up-to-date with a 2006 copyright.

I'm a Canadian who spends a lot of time in the US. In my opinion the differences you will find depends on the region you are considering -- a whole different ball game in Toronto vs. Quebec City vs. Calgary vs. Vancouver. Here's a quick guide...

Toronto = Chicago (although it wants to be NYC)
Quebec City = nothing in NA...as European as you're gonna get
Calgary = Denver (self-reliant, entrepreneurial, dynamic but some would say lacking sophistication)
Vancouver = SanFran North

good luck!

Answer 2

Canada is a better country with a lesser threat of terrorism unlike in the US. To begin with moving there is a complicated situation and in order to solve this is to have focus by disregarding all negative thoughts about Canada such as racism, cold weather and possibility of ending up being unemployed. To ensure your immigration will be free from fixers, view the advices on the site of the Canadian Embassy in your country.

Answer 3

Canada has consulates in several U.S. cities as well as the Embassy in Washington. Deal with the authorities and you will get the information (and perhaps the status) you seek.
Canada, like any employer, is entitled to take on the people that it choses. Your English would seem to give you a head-start. Do it legally or not at all.

Answer 4

If you want to see a doctor make an appointment two years ahead of time.