Why do so many people choose Canada to visit, live, study, work and immigrate? There are may reasons and here we will cover the top 10 reasons:
1. Excellent healthcare
As a permanent resident or a Canadian citizen, you can apply for public health insurance at no cost to you or your family as most health services, are paid for with taxes.
Even without a government healthcare card, you may still receive free emergency medical services, depending on your situation. There may be some restrictions due to your immigration status and they may charge some fees if you don’t live in that province or territory.
2. Abundant natural resources
Canada holds 7% of the world’s renewable water supply and it holds 3rd place after Brazil and Russia.
Canada is known for its beautiful scenery, open spaces and abundant wildlife. It has access to oceans, lakes, rivers, mountains, prairies, waterfalls, forests, and almost everything you can imagine.
3. Canada is a diverse country
Canada is a multicultural country where you people from all over the world living side by side. The country is very progressive and very multicultural. Just in Toronto, there are more than a hundred and forty languages spoken and more than 20% of the population of Canada was born abroad. Walking down a street in Vancouver you will hear foreign languages or enjoy some delicious international cuisine.
There are neighbourhoods like Chinatown or Little Italy and most major cities provide an immersive cultural experience for tourists and natives. For immigrants, it is easy to settle in Canada as respect and acceptance are part of the culture.
4. Education
Canada spends more on education per capita than any other industrial nation in the world and it tops the list as the most educated country in the world.
Canada is home to some of the world’s top universities like UBC, Mcgill University, McMaster University and the University of Toronto. The country has one of the best education systems in the world.
5. Low violence and crime rates
Canada is the sixth-safest country in the world according to the Global Peace Index, maintaining its position from 2019. It got good scores for internal conflicts, levels of crime, and political stability.
Canada has a crime rate that is about one-third that of its neighbour, the United States (1.6 incidents per 100,000 vs. 4.5 per 100,000 respectively). In a 2018 Gallup survey, 84% of Canadians surveyed said that they felt safe in their country.
6. Canadians are friendly people
Canadians are funny, friendly, easy-going, welcoming, kind, and polite.
In today’s world, Canadians stand out as one rare nation with generally good manners, making them known for their public courtesy and niceness.
7. Canadia is a happy place
Canada is consistently ranked as one of the happiest countries in the world taking the fifth spot according to a new CEOWORLD magazine survey.
Canadians are well known for their friendliness and over-politeness (sorry). There are many reasons for this and one of them is the fact that they are satisfied in their lives due to good income, health, safety, and racial acceptance no matter the background.
8. Endless Outdoor and Leisure Activities
Having a balance between work and time spent with loved ones is a major driving factor of a happy life. In Canada, there are many employee and government benefits that allow workers more free time to raise their children, plan long weekends away from busy city life. You can go to the beach, for a hike, swimming in public, skiing, camping etc.
There is always something to do.
9. Food and Culture
As Canada is so diverse and accepts immigrants from all over the world, there are endless options for food, giving you endless culinary options. You can taste food and experience different cultures from all over the world, from yummy Indian curry to an amazing French baguette.
10. Large job market
There are plenty of job opportunities in Canada and it added 154,000 new jobs in November 2021.
Wages are also improving and during November 2021, wages were 7.7% higher than they were the same month two years ago.
Canada has a growing elderly population and many of the residents are reaching retirement age which opens opportunities for newcomers to Canada and it offers the chance to immigrate to the country even without a job offer, depending on your situation.
Wenzel Immigration Consulting is a leading international immigration consulting company. We can help you to apply for your visa or work permit fast and hassle-free today. We provide fast and convenient service – removing the stress, and time associated with applying for travel visas and employment permits. We will answer all the questions you may have and help you through the entire process securely from start to finish.
FOR MORE INFORMATION SEND US AN EMAIL HERE OR BOOK A CONSULTATION HERE