Canada is governed by a parliamentary democracy, but the The Queen of England serves as the ceremonial head of state.
Canada’s population is concentrated into a handful of major metropolitan areas with 80% of the land being uninhibited.
Canada’s colonial history is evident in its architecture and retention of the French language, but today’s Canadian politics and culture are unique unto themselves.
Location
North America
Capital City
Ottawa
Country Size
3.855 mi²
Languages
English, French
Currency
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Population
38.01 million
Why choose Canada
Easy access to all of North America.
One of the safest countries in the world.
High quality of life
Strong business enviroment
Pathway to citizenship
Free and high quality public education and healthcare
International Rankings
#1
Quality of Life
#1
Work Destination
#4
Startup Ecosystem Globally
#9
Best Country for Expats
Tax Environment
Tax Highlights
0%
Corporate Tax Rate
1% Federal Tax + 1%-5% Provincial Tax
Property Taxes
15-33%
Dividend Taxes
0%
Inheritance Tax
0+
Double Taxation Treaties
15-33%
Income Tax Rate
Explore Canada
Toronto
Toronto is Canada’s most populous city and one of the most diverse cities in the world. Highly walkable and full of entertainment, Toronto offers everything you could want out of a big city.
Montreal
Montreal is Canada’s second biggest city and the place where Canada’s French history is most apparent. Montreal is known for its cobblestone streets, beautiful architecture, and lively nightlife.
Ottawa
Ottawa is the capital city of Canada and is the center of political and commercial activity in Canada.
Vancouver
Vancouver is on Canada’s West Coast and has been called “Manhattan with Mountains.” The city is known for its mild weather, ancient forests, and pacific vibes.
Infrastructure
Healthcare
Healthcare in Canada is decentralized and publicly funded. The system, known as Canadian Medicare, is administered by the provincial governments and funded by the federal government. Citizens and permanent residents are able to access the healthcare system, but benefits vary by province. For example, some provinces cover prescription drugs while others do not. Due to these gaps in coverage, two-thirds of Canadians hold private insurance.
100% of Canadian Citizens and permanent residents have healthcare insurance.
The Canadian healthcare system is structured on 5 principals: public administration, comprehensiveness, portability, universality, and accessibility.
Education
Education in Canada is free and available to all people. Schooling is compulsory for all children aged 6-16 with the option to study for two more years to receive preparation for university. University is not free, but the cost is subsidized by the provincial and federal government. Public schools in Canada follow a standardized system and classes are taught in English, though some schools will offer instruction in French.
Canada earns an “A” for its high-school completion rate and ranks 2nd out of 16 peer countries.
Over 500,000 students graduated from a Canadian university in 2019.
4.98MM students were enrolled in Canada’s public school system in 2020.
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