Your Cost of Living May Be Different
Your life in Canada will be different than in your home country.
You may have to take a job with lower pay while you upgrade your skills or get experience working here. That means your financial status could change.
Even if you earn a higher salary in Canada than you were earning in your home country, the cost of living in Canada may be higher than you’re used to.
Household expenses can take up to half your take-home pay in Canada. These expenses include the cost of your
- home
- heating and other utilities
- food
- clothing
- health insurance
- transportation
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