Canada Infohub Explains that Life in Canada can be Very Expensive!
Rentals
Try to live in the outskirts. In the central areas you can spend up to $3000 a month!
You can also consider renting a basement.
You can live in an affordable city
Childcare
Childcare is expensive.
One Familiy member will have to stay at home for most new immigrants
You can do shift jobs
Day care is expensive, you can pay up to $1500 per month!
Quebec has the cheapest daycare as it is heavily subsidized.
Transport
Car Insurance is very expensive
You need to live in an area near a bus-stop
You can ride a bicycle
In Winter it can be brutal
However, you will need a car. You can not live without a car.
Telephone Bills
Data and Cellphone is more expensive than other countries
Go for the cheaper and more popular ISPs
Dont use the Big 4 telecommunication providers
You can also reduce your usage
You can also go prepaid
Heating
Canada is very cold. You will need to heat your house.
Alternative options include wood
