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All you need to know about moving to Canada

Government websites are very helpful, and so are Canadian people once you arrive.

Getting information on the legal part of moving to Canada

Financial constraints
Relocating to a new country is exciting.
Whether you plan to immigrate, or you just want to experience living in Canada for a while, here are some tips about moving to Canada from the UK, for example. You can put your questions into two main groups: logistics and culture (or even, culture shock). The Government of Canada website is very helpful when it comes to legal and taxation issues.
You can start by searching "government of canada in uk". This will lead you to the High Commission website, a reliable, detailed information source. Beware of scams! There are fraudsters who charge a lot of money to get people into Canada, and then just disappear with the money. Tax treaties
There are tax treaties in place between Canada and the UK to ensure that you are not taxed twice on your earnings. Start by looking at the website of the Canadian Revenue Agency. Your foreign credentials may not be recognized. Find out whether you will be able to carry on your profession or trade before you move to Canada.
Provinces and territories
Canada has 10 provinces and 3 territories. The provinces are in charge of some important things, especially health care.
Consult the provincial or territorial website to find out how to apply for government health care coverage, information on driving a car, and general points about moving there.

Canadian culture and living in Canada

General information
Canada is a big country with few people and many cultures from around the world. Deciding where to live will depend on what it is you are looking for in Canada. Every region offers something unique, so explore the possibilities before you leave home. The official languages are English and French. Canadians do not ever think of themselves as Americans, despite living in North America.
Differences between Canada and UK
Life in Canada is different than life the UK. In fact, you will find:
-More restrictions on drinking alcohol in public
-You can travel a long distance in a short time
-Public transit is very limited;
-You will need to learn how to drive in winter
Final word
Remember: cars drive on the pavement. People walk on the sidewalk. If you walk on the pavement, you may be run over. And of course, Canadians drive on the left hand side.

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