Canada

Why Canada?

Our neighbor to the north is an appealing choice for many Americans, especially those who love winter sports, unspoiled natural beauty, universal healthcare, or Timbits. Canadians are famously friendly and welcoming, living in big, beautiful cities and small villages that (almost) all speak English. However, Canada is not always as welcoming as its citizens, and there's no retirement visa at all. If you're interested in migrating to the Great White North, the younger you start, the better. Students have the easiest time moving to Canada, and others can see how they fare in the points system used to see if you're eligible for Express Entry. In the meantime, you might work on your poutine recipe at home.

Latest Posts About Canada

8 Countries That Are the Most…

April 15th, 2025|

We talk about the happiest country in the world (it’s Finland), or the most prosperous (Denmark), or the one with the best healthcare (depending on the definition of “best,” it could be Norway, the Netherlands, [...]

Results from the 2024 Expatsi Report

March 6th, 2025|

Every year, Expatsi releases a report about when, why, and how Americans are planning to leave the country. The statistics are derived from the Expatsi Test — the 20-question assessment Expatsi uses to help prospective [...]

Canada Is Hiring! See the Jobs and Apply

February 7th, 2025|

Canada is a popular choice for Americans looking to move abroad; its combination of English speakers, closeness to the U.S., and universal healthcare make it an attractive choice. For many would-be expats, the challenge is [...]

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The 12 Best Cities for Muslim Expats

January 31st, 2025|

There's a whole new world for Muslim expatriates to live and flourish beyond the United States of America. Many non-US countries have close-knit Muslim communities, religious infrastructure, employment opportunities, and an overall tolerant attitude towards [...]

Your Guide to Canada

Amanda Franzoni is a New Jersey transplant to the Pacific Northwest who has been traveling to British Columbia for the past 30 years. In 2018, Amanda happened to fall in love and marry someone with dual Canadian/American citizenship, which made her journey to Canadian residency somewhat more straightforward than some other potential pathways. Hundreds of hours of research and hundreds of supporting documents later, she recently became a permanent resident of Canada and lives in BC part time. As someone who explored a variety of avenues for immigration and has gained permanent residency without the help of an attorney, Amanda can help you navigate the array of potential residency routes in Canada. Contact Amanda for assistance in your journey to the Great White North!

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Canada at a Glance

Cost-Of-Living:
Top 33%

Ranks Highly For:
Raising Kids

Ranks Highly For:
LGBTQIA

Ranks Highly For:
Women

Healthcare Ranking:
Top 25%

Infrastructure Ranking:
Top 25%

Government Style:
Full Democracy

Mostly Legal: Gay Marriage, Gambling, Guns, Pot, Abortion

Should you move to Canada?

Take the Expatsi Test to find out if Canada is right for you!