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Consistently ranked as the world's number one country in which to live, Canada is a popular choice with immigrants. When considering an overseas move many people suffer from information overload. This guide intends to provide you with information on living and working in Canada, covering key topics including immigration, economy, taxation and education.
It's a starting point, and where we've only given brief coverage to a topic we've done the research for you and discovered links to sites and services which you can use to get as much detail as you like on what is most relevant - and important - to you. Should you have any suggestions on information to include here, or on useful resources, please do not hesitate to contact us using our Feedback service.
In 1992, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 and 2000 Canada was ranked number one by the United Nations Human Development Index as the best country in the world to live, as a result thousands of people worldwide apply to become residents every year.
Of a population of more than 30 million people, 80 per cent of Canada's citizens live in cities and towns within 250km of the US border. The capital city of Canada is Ottawa, while its largest cities are Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. The most populated areas of the country are Ontario and Quebec.
Relocation guides
Follow the links for more information on a specific aspect of relocating:
Immigration and real estate
Economy, business and taxes
Social health and insurance
Government and politics
Employment law and trade unions
Education system
Geography, climate and national vacations
Transport and communications
For more information on relocating to, and within, Canada, visit some of the following:
www.relocate-canada.com - Relocate Canada Community Directory
www.relocatecanada.com - Canadian Relocation Systems
www.movingincanada.com - Moving in Canada
