North America
Nomad Score
6/10
Avg Monthly Cost
$3,000
Internet Speed
80 Mbps
Safety
Very Safe
Canada taxes residents on worldwide income. Federal rates are progressive up to 33%. Provincial taxes add 5-25% on top. Self-employed pay both employer and employee CPP contributions.
Income Tax
15-33% (federal) + provincial
Capital Gains
50% inclusion rate
VAT / Sales Tax
5% GST + provincial HST/PST
Tax Year
calendar
Special Tax Regimes
tourist
Digital travel authorization for visa-exempt nationals flying to Canada. Valid for 5 years or until passport expires, allowing multiple entries with stays up to 6 months each.
tourist
Required for nationals from visa-required countries to visit Canada. Valid for up to 10 years with stays up to 6 months per entry.
tourist
Document that extends your authorized stay in Canada beyond the initial 6 months. Must apply before your current status expires.
special
Long-term multiple entry visa for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Allows stays of up to 5 years at a time.
work
Employer-specific work permit requiring Labour Market Impact Assessment. Allows foreign nationals to work for a specific Canadian employer.
work
Work permit that does not require LMIA, available under international agreements, intra-company transfers, or other exemptions.
work
Open work permit for international students who completed eligible programs at Canadian designated learning institutions. Duration depends on program length.
education
Required for international students planning to study in Canada for more than 6 months. Includes off-campus work authorization.
special
Points-based system for skilled workers to obtain Canadian permanent residence. Three main programs: Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal Skilled Trades.
$3,000/month
Average for a comfortable nomad lifestyle
Universal healthcare for residents. Wait times can be long for specialists. Dental and vision not covered. Provincial coverage varies.
SIN not required to open basic accounts. Big Five banks (RBC, TD, etc.) are accessible. Strong credit union network.
Very safe overall. Low violent crime. Some property crime in Vancouver and Toronto. Winter weather is a bigger risk than crime.