A quick reference to helpful Economic Information when making your choice of relocating to a new City/Province/Territory.
FEDERAL STATISTICS:
Bank of Canada, Financial Statistics
The Bank of Canada's responsibilities focus on the goals of low and stable inflation, a safe and secure currency, financial stability, and the efficient management of government funds and public debt.
Crime and Offences
Information on the incidence and characteristics of crime in Canadian society.
Energy Shop
We provide unbiased natural gas and electricity price comparisons.
2011 Canada Census
On May 10, 2011, 33,476,688 people were enumerated in the 2011 Census of Population.
2011 Census Profile
This profile presents information from the 2011 Census of Population for various levels of geography, including provinces and territories, census metropolitan areas, communities and census tracts
2011 Statistical Profile of Canadian Communities
These profiles present community-level information from the 2011 Census of Population.
The Consumer Price Index Monthly
Statistics Canada is committed to serving its clients in a prompt, reliable and courteous manner. To this end, the Agency has developed standards of service which its employees observe in serving its clients.
Labour Force Information
Under the Statistics Act, Statistics Canada is required to "collect, compile, analyse, abstract and publish statistical information relating to the commercial, industrial, financial, social, economic and general activities and conditions of the people of Canada."
PROVINCIAL INFORMATION:
Alberta Government
Alberta Human Resources
BC Budget
British Columbia Statitics
Bureau of Statistics Northwest Territories
Newfoundland & Labrador Financial Info
Living in Manitoba
Manitoba Financial Reports
New Brunswick Finance
Newfoundland & Labrador Budget
Nova Scotia Statistics
Nunavut Budgets
PEI Innovation
Quebec Statistics
Saskatchewan Bureau of Statitics
The Ontario Budget & Economy
Weather & Climate Statistics for our Cities
We spend half our lives worrying about weather. When you want to Relocate it plays an important role, so we have made it easy for you to check on our cities average temperatures and overall climate. For current Weather, check our cities "Weather" categories.
Yukon Bureau of Statistics
ACCOMMODATION:
The cost of a house or apartment varies greatly depending on which city you live in and, of course, the type of accommodation you choose. In the bigger cities, the rent for a downtown apartment usually runs anywhere between $500 and $1,800, but that price drops considerably if you're willing to (which could be a good way to meet people in your new city!).
House prices also range greatly from city to city.
If you want more specific information go to your
new city and select the Real Estate Category.
Easy Rent
The first step in finding you a new place to live, is to let us know a few things about your needs. Fill in the no obligation "Easy Rent" form below and we will send you a list of available apartments in your requested city.
BMO Econofacts
Canadian Food Prices
Consumer Price Index, food, by province (monthly).
TAXES:
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is 5 per cent and the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) is 5% plus the current Provincial Sales Tax. Check with the province you are moving to if they have HST or GST + PST. Income tax rates vary from province to province.
Canada Revenue Agency
CRA administers tax laws for the Government of Canada and for most provinces and territories; and various social and economic benefit and incentive programs delivered through the tax system.
Income Tax Individuals
Information to get, complete, and send in your tax return, including payments, refunds, and more.
Income Tax Business
Registering your business and its accounts: GST/HST, payroll, import/export, and corporate income tax.
Intergovernmental On-Line Service
Intergovernmental Affairs is part of the Privy Council Office. Directed by a deputy minister, it supports the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and, through the Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to the Cabinet, the Prime Minister and Cabinet, with respect to policy and communications in such areas as federal-provincial-territorial relations, Aboriginal affairs, the evolution of the federation and Canadian unity.
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
The CBSA's mandate is to manage the nation's borders by administering and enforcing about 75 domestic laws that govern trade, duties and travel, as well as international agreements and conventions.
RELOCATING IN CANADA:
Canada is huge!
The country stretches 5,500 kilometres from east to west, with 300,000 kilometres of paved roads and 530,000 kilometres of unpaved roads.
At 7,775 kilometres, the Trans-Canada Highway is the longest national highway in the world.
We suggest you browse the "Transportation" Category Located on all our City pages. There are currently 71,133 kilometres of rail lines, used for transporting freight and people.
Airline connections to major airports have frequent service, as well as regular service to smaller communities.
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