WHICH CITY TO LAND ? -for New Immigrants

[bnimsin]

hi bninsin,

I hae just received my Second AOR in the month of Nov.2010 E-case is still not acessible but they have mentioned in the letter that average processing time is 8 months. Congratulations for your visa and all the best for landing. I have some quries regarding file number can i PM you?

Shreya

ya you can PM

 

[qorax]

The world's 'Lowest' and 'highest'
RISK CITIES for employers

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LOWEST
1. Toronto. In a report by Aon Corp's Aon Consulting unit, Toronto was ranked as the world's lowest risk city for recruiting, employing and relocating employees.

2. New York was ranked second on the People Risk Index, which measures risks companies face with recruitment, employment and relocation in 90 cities worldwide.

3. Singapore was ranked third on the list, the only Asian city in the top five.

4. London came fourth, living up to its reputation as cosmopolitan, modern, commercial hub.

5. Montreal rounded out the top five, giving Canada its second entry in the top, the only country to do so, thanks to its low level of corruption, strict enforcement of equal opportunity laws, health and retirement benefits and high quality and broad availability of training facilities.

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HIGHEST
6. Dhaka, Bangladesh, was rated as one of the highest risk cities for employers, however, Rick Payne, chief research officer said that even lowest risk cities were not perfect.

7. Phnom Penh also ranked lowly on the list, with its high levels of corruption and lack of infrastructure making employers wary of investing in the country.

8. Lagos, the Nigerian capital was rated as one of the high risk cities, thanks to its political instability and corruption.

9. Karachi, Pakistan, has suffered badly due to it being the target of terrorist attacks, which have scared overseas employers off.

10. Tehran ranked the lowest in the report, making it the 'highest risk' city on the list.


Ref:
http://www.arabianbusiness.com/photos/the-world-s-lowest-highest-risk-cities-for-employers-351796.html?img=0

 

[Deeaar]

Good Info... Thanx Captain !!

 

[Bobby554]

Before landing in Canada,lot of research and planning is needed. Try to explore all the possibilities , regarding Best city for your kind of Job,place of work from your home,salary, overheads,house rent,conveyance ,Taxes,medical insurance,buying a car and so on... I have read in numerous Topics that Vancouver is an expensive city to live, I agree, but try to explore small towns surrounding it. My personal views regarding POE or choice of best city to live or work are suburbs of big cities like Vancouver,Toronto or Montreal. Firstly being close to big Job Banks,it is easy to shuttle daily to your office and still save considerable amount of money by living in big and expensive cities that creates holes in your pocket. Big cities have their own drawbacks and benefits, but during your initial days of Landing in Canada one should be more cautious about the drawbacks. Top most priority, according to our Grandmaster Qorax, should always be a good Job and all other things comes after that. Cities like Brampton and Mississauga near Toronto and city of Victoria near Vancouver are some of the good options to begin your life and save lot of money in high rents and other overheads of a large city.
I request Grandmaster Qorax to spread some light on my views and enlighten the Future citizens of Canada about the issue of POE and settlement in the country of our dreams..
MAY GOD BLESS EVERY APPLICANT (who is reading this) REACH CANADA ASAP...

Bobby554

 

[Bobby554]

The Article below might help in determining and selecting Best City in Canada:
Who gets the most health care dollars? Who has the strongest school system? The lowest crime and the cleanest air? We studied a dozen cities from coast to coast to find the most child-friendly places to live in Canada.

Helping kids grow up strong, straight and smart takes more than love. It also takes child care for working parents, recreation for kids and families at all income levels, safe communities, parks and libraries, healthy physical environments, and strong health care and education systems. It takes money - both personal income and government spending. Plus it takes a connection to the community.

With these ideas in mind, we crunched the numbers on 12 major Canadian cities to see how they measure up. We found that it's Canada's tortoises - our slow and steady smaller cities - that have the best track records for providing what kids and families need most. Our hares - the huge, fast-growing cities - haven't done nearly as well, even in provinces where child care, education and health care are well funded.

Top Cities

Quebec City
Ottawa-Hull
Halifax
Winnipeg
Calgary

The Runners-Up

St.John's
Saskatoon
Edmonton
Victoria

The Also-Rans

Toronto
Vancouver
Montreal

Bob Glossop, executive director of programs and research for the Vanier Institute of the Family in Ottawa, says it only makes sense: In smaller cities, social problems are more manageable and the cost of living is lower. They also tend to suffer less crime and poverty, and possess a stronger sense of community.

So Glossop wasn't surprised that Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver, our three largest cities, ended up with the lowest ratings of all those we examined. "The challenge is bigger for any large city to become family-friendly," he observes. "The preoccupations of those large cities are predominantly commercial. That's why they're big cities. That's what drives them. And those commercial interests are not necessarily what serve families well." The best cities for families, he adds, are big enough to provide needed services, but small enough that residents feel connected and, therefore, inclined to get involved in their neighbourhoods.

That description fits all five of our top-rated cities: Quebec City (population 670,000, according to the 1996 census), Ottawa-Hull (just over a million), Halifax (330,000), Winnipeg (670,000) and Calgary (820,000). Quebec City captured top billing with its vibrant cultural blend, privileged geography and a provincial government committed to nurturing families, in part through a child care system that - if you can get a spot - charges just $5 a day, no matter what the family income.
http://www.todaysparent.com/lifeasparent/article.jsp?content=3304
...God Bless Everyone..
Bobby554

 

[qorax]

Good infoshare there Bobby!

 

[danjo]

Dear Qorax,

We are planning to land in Winnipeg as we have relatives there. What are your thoughts about this place? I am an accountant and my husband is a safety officer in construction plus we have a 14 mo old baby.

We are currently in Dubai and plan to buy tickets from Emirates. Connecting flight is in Pearson Airport and we will transfer to Air Canda from there to winnipeg. Winnipeg as destination is available via emirates so we do not need to buy tickets separately from Air Canada. Where will we do our formal landing in Toronto or in Winnipeg?

We really want to stay in Toronto but since we have relatives it might be better to stay with them for awhile.

Thanks.

Danjo

 

[mayankpandya]

Vancouver tops, Calgary named 5th most livable city

23rd February: Vancouver has been named as the top livable city the world over by an annual survey undertaken by Economic Intelligence Unit.

Toronto and Calgary have come at the fourth and fifth positions respectively as per the list of top livable cities released this Monday.

The survey included Australia, New Zealand and Canadian cities to arrive at the top ten list. Australian city Melbourne came second after Vancouver.

Apart from Melbourne, some of the other Australian cities emerging on top of the ‘Top 10 list' include Sydney, Adelaide and Perth. New Zealand's city Auckland also featured in this list.

Nearly 140 cities are selected in the annual survey of the EIU (Economist Intelligence Unit)on the basis of 30 factors including health care, education, stability, culture and environment and infrastructure.

The ratings given to each participating city include accepted, tolerable, uncomfortable, undesirable or intolerable.

It's for the fifth consecutive year that Vancouver has won the rating of best livable city in the world. Vancouver got the score of 98 out of 100.

According to the EIU, Vancouver owes its top ranking, at least partially, to the successful hosting of the Winter Olympics and Paralympics in the year 2010 which gave a big boost to the culture, infrastructure and the environment categories.

EIU happens to be the business arm of economics magazine based in the UK and provides livability ranking to different cities on the basis of lifestyle challenges beyond cost-of-living or income considerations, the authors of the study maintained.

Talking of the bottom ten cities in the annual survey, Harare, Zimbabwe comes at the top of the worst cities for living. And much of this could be attributed to the activities of Dictator Robert Mugabe.

The city got scores of 37.5 points out of 100. Bangladesh's Dhaka was ranked at the second position in the top ten least livable cities by the EIU.

It was followed by Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, Lagos, Nigeria and Karachi, Pakistan respectively. The US cities Pittsburg got a ranking of 29, while Los Angeles and New York City were ranked 44 and 56 respectively. All the 10 cities ranked in the bottom of the list are from Africa and Asia.

 

[qorax]

Dear Qorax,

We are planning to land in Winnipeg as we have relatives there. What are your thoughts about this place? I am an accountant and my husband is a safety officer in construction plus we have a 14 mo old baby.

We are currently in Dubai and plan to buy tickets from Emirates. Connecting flight is in Pearson Airport and we will transfer to Air Canda from there to winnipeg. Winnipeg as destination is available via emirates so we do not need to buy tickets separately from Air Canada. Where will we do our formal landing in Toronto or in Winnipeg?

We really want to stay in Toronto but since we have relatives it might be better to stay with them for awhile.

Thanks.

Danjo

Winnipeg is a fine place. Gives the feel of a small city, rather than Toronto's cosmopolis feel, alongwith it's browhahha. Your choice of 1st settlement@W/peg is wise, due to your relative's presence. That's the way to go... 'coz, initially there'd be some pangs, teething-troubles, which the presence of near ones do help mitigate.

Job wise - both of u should be able to fetch something there too... it isn't a run-down locale - but much is hapenning there as well. Besides, it's extremely newcomer friendly. So, relax!

Good luck.

Qorax

 

[danjo]

Hi qorax,

Thanks for your reply.

Where do you think we will we do our landing formalities will it be the final destination which is winnipeg or in toronto where we will have our stopover. I will buy our tickets from Emirates Airline as their fare already includes charges for dubai - toronto - winipeg.

Thanks.

Danjo

 

[qorax]

Hi qorax,

Thanks for your reply.

Where do you think we will we do our landing formalities will it be the final destination which is winnipeg or in toronto where we will have our stopover. I will buy our tickets from Emirates Airline as their fare already includes charges for dubai - toronto - winipeg.

Thanks.

Danjo

The 'Record of Landing' is completed@the 1st POE. Toronto, in your case.
Qorax

 

[Bobby554]

Expensive Cities of North America (USA & Canada)
A survey by Finfact Ireland covers 214 cities across five continents and measures the comparative cost of over 200 items in each location, including housing, transport, food, clothing, household goods and entertainment. It is the world’s most comprehensive cost of living survey and is used to help multinational companies and governments determine compensation allowance for their expatriate employees. New York is used as the base city for the index and all cities are compared against New York. Currency movements are measured against the US dollar. The cost of housing - - often the biggest expense for expats - plays an important part in determining where cities are ranked.
In the United States, New York (27) is the most expensive city followed by Los Angeles (55). Washington ranks 111. The least expensive City in the United States is Winston Salem (197). Mexico City (166) is the most expensive city in Mexico, while the cheapest is Monterrey (193). Vancouver (75) is the most expensive Canadian city followed by Toronto (76) and Montreal (98). Ottawa (136) is Canada’s least expensive city.
Canada’s housing market has maintained its strength across the country compared to its struggling neighbors to the south. Skyrocketing prices and bidding wars have continued in cities like Toronto and Vancouver to the exasperation of homebuyers, even though some say a housing bubble is on the horizon.

So where are the deals? By comparing average home prices and median household incomes in cities across the nation, we zeroed in on the cities where you’ll find the best bang for your buck. The following prices are all in Canadian dollars.

1. Anywhere in New Brunswick
Low housing prices combined with a higher-than-average income level make Moncton, St. John and Fredericton great options for buyers looking for a deal. According to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), the average housing price in St. John and Frederiction is around $169,000, with the provincial average hovering around $155,000. The province’s urban centers have jobs in health care, finance and education. The rural economy depends on forestry, mining and fishing, and both Irving Oil and McCain Foods are based in New Brunswick. The province shares the characteristics of all Maritime provinces, like quaint clapboard homes and easy access to the great outdoors but doesn’t have the same schizophrenic weather patterns that affects Nova Scotia.

2. Sydney and Cape Breton County, Nova Scotia
Sydney, the largest city on Cape Breton Island, and the rest of the county boast some of the lowest housing prices in the country, with the average cost of a home at just $98,338.

“At the end of 2008, buyers were clearly nervous whether to enter the real estate market based on the economy,” said Linda Smardon, president of the Nova Scotia Board of Realtors. “Toward the middle of 2009, consumer confidence began to build again and the recovery from double-digit decreases in sales and dollar volume indicates a brighter 2010 for the market than some previously thought.”

A slow economy makes it tough for many to find high-quality work in the area, but those in the market for an oceanside cottage with fabulous views who can’t afford west coast prices could find their dream home on the island.

3. Windsor, Ontario
Windsor’s close proximity to Detroit, Michigan, and its close ties to that city’s dying automotive industry means there’s a high unemployment rate and housing prices are way down in the area–the average home price is listed at $164,123. But tourism, the University of Windsor and the Hiram Walker & Sons Distillery employ thousands who are able to take advantage of real estate investment opportunities with the hope that the city will recover in the coming years.

A $1.6 billion parkway project and a $900 million border crossing should create jobs and pump some money back into the local economy. And with milder winters and longer, hotter summers than the rest of the province, Windsor’s bargains could be an attractive option.

4. Gatineau, Quebec
Gatineau (formerly known as Hull), found just on the other side of the Quebec border from Ottawa, has become a popular place to buy a house for many who work in the nation’s capital. A mere 10-minute drive away, buyers in Gatineau (who enjoy prices approximately $100,000 lower than prices in Ottawa) also take advantage of Quebec’s subsidized daycare system and tax breaks.

As opposed to other suburban areas, Gatineau sits on the edge of the Ottawa River and still has a small-town feel to it, which also makes it attractive to buyers. Finally, not all locals commute to government jobs across the river–federal government locations have sprung up in the town in recent years.

5. Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
A slightly higher than average income level and a low average housing price ($188,000) makes Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, an affordable option for homebuyers. But with a population of just over 32,000, be prepared for a very isolated and small-town feel to the whole province (you can drive around the entire island in less than a day). Government, health care and education are the driving factors in the local economy. Like Cape Breton, Charlottetown’s sandy beaches, wildlife, seafood and golf courses make it a great place to put your roots down or find a relaxing summer vacation home.

6. Regina, Saskatchewan
Regina has a healthy economy, and with average home prices at a moderate $250,826, chances are good that you can find a real estate deal here. A substantial number of people work in the natural gas and oil industries, with Imperial Oil having a refinery here, but there are also vast green parks, recreation spaces, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and the University of Regina. If you can handle a higher crime rate than other parts of Canada and the flat, seemingly never-ending prairies, Regina has a lot to offer.

Conclusions:
Before you pack your bags, sell your condo and upgrade to a house in Regina, there are a few considerations that aren’t accounted for in the numbers above. Disposable incomes and the cost of living will vary between provinces, with a range in sales, property and income taxes in different areas of the country. Goods will cost more in some places than others depending on where they are produced and how they’re transported to a city, and some cities have added municipal taxes to real estate sales. And always make sure you do a thorough inspection of any house you’re thinking about buying–it goes without saying that a low price could mean there’s something wrong with it. But that’s not to say your dream of a home bargain isn’t just around the corner.
...Bobby554

 

[phdmaker]

Before landing in Canada,lot of research and planning is needed. Try to explore all the possibilities , regarding Best city for your kind of Job,place of work from your home,salary, overheads,house rent,conveyance ,Taxes,medical insurance,buying a car and so on... I have read in numerous Topics that Vancouver is an expensive city to live, I agree, but try to explore small towns surrounding it. My personal views regarding POE or choice of best city to live or work are suburbs of big cities like Vancouver,Toronto or Montreal. Firstly being close to big Job Banks,it is easy to shuttle daily to your office and still save considerable amount of money by living in big and expensive cities that creates holes in your pocket. Big cities have their own drawbacks and benefits, but during your initial days of Landing in Canada one should be more cautious about the drawbacks. Top most priority, according to our Grandmaster Qorax, should always be a good Job and all other things comes after that. Cities like Brampton and Mississauga near Toronto and city of Victoria near Vancouver are some of the good options to begin your life and save lot of money in high rents and other overheads of a large city.
I request Grandmaster Qorax to spread some light on my views and enlighten the Future citizens of Canada about the issue of POE and settlement in the country of our dreams..
MAY GOD BLESS EVERY APPLICANT (who is reading this) REACH CANADA ASAP...

Bobby554

Thanks for your good words.

May God bless all. (Ameen)

 

[Bobby554]

Thanks for your good words.

May God bless all. (Ameen)

Distance from Toronto, Canada

This is a list of large cities closest to Toronto, Canada. A big city usually has a population of at least 200,000 and you can often fly into a major airport.

* 22 km to Mississauga, Canada
* 51 km to Oshawa, Canada
* 57 km to Hamilton, Canada
* 90 km to Kitchener, Canada
* 97 km to Buffalo, NY
* 156 km to Rochester, NY
* 166 km to London, Canada
* 303 km to Cleveland, OH
* 327 km to Windsor, Canada
Distance from Vancouver, Canada

This is a list of large cities closest to Vancouver, Canada.

* 92 km to Victoria, Canada
* 192 km to Seattle, WA
* 416 km to Portland, OR
* 688 km to Calgary, Canada
* 802 km to Boise, ID
* 847 km to Edmonton, Canada

Distance from Ottawa, Canada

* 165 km to Montreal, Canada
* 293 km to Rochester, NY
* 299 km to Oshawa, Canada
* 349 km to Toronto, Canada
* 370 km to Mississauga, Canada
* 375 km to Buffalo, NY
* 380 km to Quebec City, Canada
* 403 km to Hamilton, Canada

Distance from Montreal, Canada

* 165 km to Ottawa, Canada
* 232 km to Quebec City, Canada
* 401 km to Boston, MA
* 408 km to Rochester, NY
* 449 km to Oshawa, Canada
* 498 km to Toronto, Canada
* 505 km to Buffalo, NY
* 519 km to Mississauga, Canada
* 532 km to Newark, NJ
...Bobby554

 

[sandeepghosh13]

Dear Qorax and senior members,

After such a long wait ,I have received my Visa today. Now I shall be planning when to land in Canada. I hv chosen Toronto as my city base. I am a hotelier by profession, and I would request you to give me an idea of how is the job prospect in Toronto in my current profession?

I would also like to know if it would be wise to bring my family along with me or should I come alone first. What is the apporximate rent we need to pay for a 1bhk.

Thanks
Sandeep