10 things to Know Before Moving To British Columbia

As Canada is famous for immigration, it has 13 provinces and each one of them has its own immigration programs along with the federal programs to make it easier for immigrants to apply and relocate to their particular choice of Province. 

Out of the many provinces, British Columbia comes in the list of top Canadian Provinces.

So, if you are planning to move to British Columbia, here are the top 10 things that you should know beforehand to avoid any last-minute shocks.

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 1)    Apply for the following documents upon arrival-

●     Immediately apply for the Medical Services Plan (MSP) from the Government of British Columbia.

●     Go for a driver’s license from the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia.

●     After handling all your administrative tasks, get yourself a local phone number if you come from outside of Canada.

 2)    Choose one city from the best cities of British Columbia to live in-

●     Saanich: One of the Cities in Canada with the lowest unemployment rates, located in Greater Victoria, a thriving coastal city. The perfect destination for you if you are seeking jobs.

 ●     Vancouver: This is one of the most populous, popular, and metropolitan cities in Canada. It is often on the list of the world’s best cities to live and work in, a status that draws job-seekers from across the globe.

●     Fort St. John: Introvert and want fewer people around? This is the perfect city for you with a population of less than 20,000. However, it is incredibly wealthy and prosperous with an average household income of $108,093, as of 2016.

●     Victoria: Located on the southern end of Vancouver Island, it is British Columbia’s capital. This coastal city is known for its old-world charm as it is replete with narrow cobbled streets and 19th century stone buildings reminding Victorian England.

 3)    How to rent an apartment in British Columbia?

You can easily find apartments on online sites. Aren’t they the new trends!

4)    How costly is British Columbia?

Well, one of the costliest provinces to live in, to be honest! But the average yearly salary can match up to your lifestyle in the province.

Ready to move to British Columbia? Consult an authorized immigration consultants in Delhi to ease up your work.