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Moving to Canada – What You Need to Know

So, you are moving to Canada!

Whether you are emigrating, taking a short term assignment or joining family in Canada we have put together the information you will need to make your move a smooth one.

What Is Techwear? A Beginner-Friendly Explanation + Outfit Examples

Techwear is one of those fashion styles that looks super futuristic and intimidating at first… but once you understand it, it actually makes a lot of sense. In the simplest terms, techwear is clothing designed to look modern while also being functional. It’s built for movement, weather, comfort, and real life. It’s not just “black…

Why Canadian Businesses Trust Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings For Warehousing

Business owners across Canada face constant pressure to build innovative, cost-effective spaces. They require facilities that can keep pace with growing demand and evolving needs. This is why pre-engineered steel structures have become a top choice for many operations looking for long-term value. The speed, strength, and design freedom of metal buildings Canada make them…

Financial Habits Expats Must Learn The Hard Way In Canada

Moving to a new country always comes with excitement, hope, and a long list of expectations. Canada, known for its stability, opportunities, and quality of life, often feels like a safe and promising choice for expats. Yet beneath the welcoming surface lies a financial system that works differently from what many newcomers expect. What seems…

Health Insurance For British Citizens Living Abroad

It is estimated that as many as one in ten British-born people live outside the UK and around 400,000 people a year have emigrated from Britain for the past ten years. Whatever the reason for moving abroad access to healthcare and health insurance is a priority. This article was written for…

Best Websites To Find Cheap Houses For Sale In Canada

The average home price in Canada hit $672,784 in July 2025. That number alone explains why most buyers spend months scrolling through listings, comparing prices, and trying to figure out where their money goes furthest. The search itself becomes a second job. You open one tab, then another, then five more. Each platform shows something…

Your Ultimate Moving Abroad Guide

Are you planning to move abroad soon? Moving abroad comes with its share of challenges and excitement. You are effectively leaving everything you know and embarking on a different journey where you will meet different people, cultures, and ways of life. If you are familiar with change, then you understand that…

Moving With Family

Any international move is complicated, but moving with family takes even more planning. The first challenge is to deliver the message to the family. This will require a detailed discussion; they are likely to have a large number of questions but it may not be easy to get them to ask them initially. Children of…

Comparing Quotes From Moving Companies

Make sure you get quotes from three potential removal companies. Then you will need to evaluate them and make a choice. Price will clearly be a factor, but you should decide what is important to you and ensure that you take these into account and avoid choosing the cheapest and then incur more cost down…

Accessing Healthcare When You Retire Abroad

Retiring abroad is a major decision and one of the key issues if we are to get the best out of life in retirement wherever we are is access to good quality healthcare. The accessibility of healthcare should be one of the key factors in the decision on where to retire. There can be a…

A Guide To Finding The Right Insurance As An Expat In Ontario: What You Need To Know

Moving to a new country comes with its challenges, and among the most crucial yet often overlooked aspects is understanding and choosing the right insurance. As an expat in Ontario, Canada, navigating the insurance landscape can seem daunting. However, being well-insured is not just a legal necessity; it’s also a significant step toward ensuring a…

Initial Considerations

Will your partner be travelling with you?

If so, what will they be giving up in your present home and will they be able to continue with their career in your new home? You will need to check whether a separate visa is required for your partner to work or if your visa gives that right. If they are unable to work you will need to decide on the effect on your finances and what alternatives are available to give a fulfilling life (home business, training, voluntary work).

Are you taking family with you?

Moving with family raises many exciting opportunities, but also can create challenges. The HSBC Expat Explorer survey indicates that expat kids can take six months to settle in to their new country (see article). Getting young or even older children to prepare to move and leave their friends and family behind can be a challenge and should be thought through.

The options for education is another area that needs to be thought through.

Moving your child to a new country with a different education system can be a great opportunity to broaden their experience, but if they are close to key exams the timing can make this inadvisable. If you do take your family with you, it is important to decide between joining the local school system or choosing an international school.

Where will you be living?

Whether you will be living in a house or apartment, furnished or unfurnished, these decisions will affect what you need to take with you. The time you are planning to live overseas will also affect whether you should leave your property at home empty, rent it out or sell it. See the article Sell, Store or Ship.