My boyfriend and I are planning on moving out of Florida to Canada. The weather isn't much of an issue more of financial. Were both in our 20's still in College what would be the best place to live looking at Universities, decent living prices (homes), good locations (little crime and problems), things to do, shopping and cost of living in general, and most importantly speaking no french (we only speak english). Thanks in advance
The only province that is truly off your list would be Quebec, since you said that "most importantly speaking no french". New Brunswick has a high French population too, but most also speak English so, I would not cross that off your list.
There are good universities all across Canada, you just have to compare them and see what you are looking for in terms of your graduate or academic program that you are interested in. You can use the Maclean's Magazine Best Universities info to perhaps give you a comparison.
The cities that have the highest cost of living (rent, food, etc) are Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa, and Calgary. Renting in areas around Fort McMurray and Edmonton are also expensive mainly because there are not enough homes to keep up with the demand. However, if you find that you like these cities, there is always the option to live in a suburb and commute or to look at apartments in parts of town that may not be as convenient or as modern.
Crime in Canada is not high. Here are violent crime statistics for some cities in Florida (rated per 100,000 people):
Jacksonville: 996
Tampa: 883
Miami: 1335
Here are how some typical cities in Canada compare:
Vancouver: 989
Hamilton: 776
Toronto: 709
Halifax: 1145
Surprisingly, the cities with the highest violent crime rate in Canada are not the ones most people would think. Saskatoon (SK) had the worst rate at 1612 per 100,000 people, and some other prairie towns did not fare too well. You can see a full list here:
As for things to do, shopping and such, that pretty much depends on you. Obviously, I would sabest location live canaday don't try to move to a town of 20,000 people and expect them to have parties every night, great bars, and loads of places to go. On the other hand, if you enjoy hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities, downtown Vancouver or Toronto is probably not the place to be.
Good luck.
Ontario has more universities and colleges than the other provinces. That is due to the fact the population is higher.
Living in the Kingston/Ottawa corridor would give you access to: Queen's University, Carleton University, University of Ottawa, McGill University and the University of Montreal.
Colleges such as Algonquin, Ottawa and St. Lawrence with campuses in Kingston and Cornwall.
I forgot there is an Agricultural College which is an adjunct of the University of Guelph, as well. You may even want to consider colleges in the Province of Quebec which are given the initials 'CEGEP' but many courses in these may be offered in French only. University of Ottawa and the University of Montreal (as well as McGill) are bilingual French/English. Others are as well but not likely to the same extent with English predominating.
I pick that corridor because of proximity to Montreal in Quebec but also the housing should be more affordable than in the more western portion of the province with similar access to universities and colleges.
Kingston. Its big enough to be considered a city yet small enough to have a "small town" atmosphere. Downtown is gorgeous and Kingston is right next to lake Ontario. Its conveniently placed 3 hours from several major cities, 3hrs from Toronto, 2 hours from Ottawa, and 3 hours from Montreal. Also relatively close to the US border. Kingston is home to Queens University, one of the best in Canada, also St Lawrence college, and and the Royal Military College. Reasonably priced housing, and prices in the city. Overall, nice location, nice city, great place to live
Despite some of the ridiculous answers above...I'd say come to Hamilton, Ontario (where I live)! It is a medium-sizedbest location live canada city with a population of about 1.5 million people and we have lots of affordable housing. The proximity is great, close to everything (40 minute drive to Toronto and about a 30 minute drive to the US border). And Hamilton has everything you'll want and need, and if you have a car it is ideal! However, you don't really need one here because we have an excellent public transportation system. Oh, and I won't forget to mention - we have one of the best universities in Canada just over in West Hamilton (McMaster University)! Trust me, give Hamilton a try - I was born in Ottawa, lived in Montreal for 10 years, Toronto for 3, and I find Hamilton a great fit! And yes, we do have a VERY HIGH crime rate (bank robberies, car theft, drugs, prostitutes, etc.) but nothing to be scared of - just avoid the North End and the East End and you'll be fine!
Best wishes!
Newfoundland,There is some snow here. not much. No french here. trust me. But make sure you don't go to st.johns. lots of crime there just go to makinsons,bay roberts or carbonear. we have collegiates here(colleges) and also Memorial University. *M.U.N*Newfoundland is a great province. hope you move here! The homes here are about like 300 dollars. heating and stuff 50 dollars. Shopping in carbonear mall is great. lots of variety's. and in st.johns,*ps dont live there as i said very much crime* just go to a mall Called The avalon mall or The village mall. Lots of great stuff to do here. Also,price of living in general is about 430 dollars. Hope I helped PS. My name is felicia too!!
Ontario is nice but that is the only part of Canada I have seen and a majority of them speak English
There is information about Southern Ontario here -
nova scotia
Toronto
Minnesota, all the culture of Candida with a kick AV儿劣 mall
You should stay in Florida
i think Vancouver is a good option
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