Benefits of Living in Canada
Looking for a place to settle down and/or raise your family? Canada is the place to be!
• Quality education and health care
• Numerous employment opportunities
• Politically stable community that embraces multiculturalism
• Beautiful travel destinations
It is the perfect country to start building your dream future.
Multiculturalism
Canada welcomes everyone, regardless of religion or culture. It is a place that can be called home by anyone. Known for its “mosaic” approach, people from around the world come to Canada and live harmoniously with others, while also maintaining their religious practices and cultural heritage. There are multiple ethnic communities’ immigrants can get involved in and continue to embrace their own identity.
Health Care Benefits
Adopted in the 1960s, every PR or citizen in Canada has access to a health care plan. No need to pay out of pocket for a quick check-up with a doctor, hospital visits, or most diagnostic exams. Keep in mind that the health care benefits do not include dental services and a few other specialities. Furthermore, in most cases, prescription drugs are dispensed without a minimum charge to people over 65 and social aid recipients.
Education
When it comes to education, Canada understands the importance of investing in the future of tomorrow. It is home to some of the world’s top universities which include University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, and University of British Columbia. Now, education can be expensive, but Canada has a solution for that as well. University students from low income families can receive grants to fund their education. Depending on the family income, they can also receive student loans that do not accumulate interest until 6 months after their graduate.
Job Opportunities
Canada’s economy is ever-growing, which means more job opportunities! Specifically looking at the technology industry, it is one of Canada’s fastest growing industries. This means an increased need for technical professionals. Furthermore, there is a lot of government support and investment that goes into Canada’s tech industry, making it ideal for start-ups! Working, immigrating, or starting a business in Canada could be an amazing opportunity for you and your future.
Canada’s Tourist Attractions
Mountains? Beaches? Coastlines? Canada’s got it all! Along with beautiful world-renowned parks and natural wonders, each attraction has a different beauty as the four seasons change throughout the year. It’s something you need to experience, nothing else we can say about it! Make sure to check out some of the most known attractions.
Family Benefits
Child Tax Benefit - CCB
The government makes a tax-free monthly payment to eligible families for help in raising their kids and the well-being of the children. The payment is made to the parent(s) of the child (generally to the mother) on the child’s behalf. The amount of child tax benefit depends on the age of the child and the family
income.
Maternity/Paternal Benefit
If you are expecting a child and have worked for more than 600 hours of insurable employment during a certain qualifying period, you may be eligible for Maternity/Paternal Benefits. These benefits are provided by ESDC/Service Canada for up to 50 weeks, which can be split between the parents. Paid leave is usually available for up to 35 weeks.
Education for Children
Public school education for children is free until the end of grade 12. After graduating high school, students can choose from multiple amazing institutions around Canada. They offer a variety of programs that give the future of tomorrow the opportunity to harness the skills they are interested in.
Public Pensions
Public Pensions | Old Age Security
As an old person with a low income, living in Canada, you may qualify for certain public pensions available to Canadians: Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), and Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS).
CPP Disability Benefit
Those who have contributed to CPP may receive a Disability Benefit if they are not able to do substantially gainful work. This is available at any age if eligible
Welfare | Social Assistance
Families with disabilities are not overlooked. There are multiple disability support programs that provide welfare or financial support to those with disabilities. On another note, social assistance is also available to individuals who cannot provide for themselves. Financial support meant to cover the costs of basic needs of food, shelter, clothing, prescription drugs, etc. is provided to those who do not have the financial resources to pay for them. In most cases, if a person would like to receive this welfare, they should be willing to actively participate in suitable job search assistance programs as well.
Employment Insurance Benefits
In the case an employee is laid off or loses their job without any fault of his/her own, ESDC/Service Canada may be able to provide Employment Insurance to the individual. The benefits are dependent on the job that was held by the individual, the duration he/she was employed, and multiple other factors.
Diversity & Inclusivity
In terms of diversity and inclusivity, Canada does not shy away. Since 2005, when Canada officially became the 4th country in the world to legalize same-gender marriage, it has been a strong supporter for the LGBTQ+ community. June in Canada is also well known as “Pride Month”, during which the annual Toronto Pride Parade is hosted. The Pride Parade is one of the world’s largest LGBTG celebrations. Women also have a strong voice in this country. Basic rights such as voting, access to birth control and abortion were established long ago and stand strong and protected. Though there is always room for improvement, the country has also seen an increasing amount of woman in leadership roles and workforce participation.
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