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Pakistani Expats Living in Canada: Your Questions, Answered

If you’re a new or soon-to-be expat in Canada, you probably aren’t quite sure yet what it will be like. That’s why we gathered the answers to some key questions you may have about life in Canada. If you want to ask more specific questions — or even share your own tips — join InterNations! You’ll be part of a community of new and experienced expats who love to help each other out.

What are the most common nationalities in Canada?
As an expat in Canada, you'll meet people from many different cultures (especially if you're an 51�ԹϺ�����member!) The top nationalities in the 51�ԹϺ�����Communities in Canada currently are:

• Indians
• **French **
• British
• Americans

Which cities are most popular among expats in Canada?
Some cities attract more expats than others. These are the cities with the largest expat communities in Canada:

• Ottawa
• Montreal
• Vancouver

How much rent do expats pay in Canada?
Your personal situation plays a role here. Single expats spend on average 1176 USD on their accommodation per month, while expat families spend around 1.911 USD. And of course, rents can also vary greatly depending on the location and city within Canada.

To give you an idea of what to expect, here are some rent averages for the most popular cities in Canada.

Average rent in Ottawa

• Single expats: 1.249 USD
• Expat families: 2.058 USD

Average rent in Montreal

• Single expats: 1.051 USD
• Expat families: 1.882 USD

Average rent in Vancouver

• Single expats: 1.935 USD
• Expat families: 3.309 USD

How safe is Canada?
You may be wondering about safety. In general people perceive their personal safety situation in Canada as safe. People rate the risk of falling victim to petty crime (such as pickpocketing or minor theft) as moderately high.
They consider the chance of being the victim of violent crime (including mugging) low. And, they rate confidence in the police force and related local authorities as very high.

How safe is Canada for women?
Female expats rated the safety situation in Canada as very safe. This is based on the feedback of expat women living in Canada (rather than actual crime statistics). So obviously this can be highly subjective and depends on factors such as where people live.

Why Pakistani expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Pakistani members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

Tips and Advice on Canada from Your Fellow Pakistani Expats

Obviously, expat life in Canada goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow Pakistanis is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the Canadian mentality and way of life. Pakistanis in Canada are a part of our community, calling cities such as Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, and many others home. You can use 51�ԹϺ�����to look for fellow Pakistanis in Ottawa, for example.

Wondering where to shop for Pakistani delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the Canadian 51�ԹϺ�����Community!

• Our network is the best place to meet expats from Pakistan.
• On the Canada Expat Forums, you can get competent answers to all your expat-related questions: how to find a babysitter fluent in your mother tongue, where to get biryani in Ottawa, etc.
• The 51�ԹϺ�����Places database for Canada has information on the nearest Pakistani embassy and many other institutions.

From the sublime Canadian Rockies to French-speaking Québec, with its strong provincial identity, you can meet supportive and friendly Pakistani expats in Canada on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow Pakistanis in Canada

Additionally, 51�ԹϺ�����hosts regular expat events and activities in Canada. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some Canadian maple pancakes, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Ottawa’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Canada? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see Prince Edward Island and other beautiful landmarks.

Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from Pakistan and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your 51�ԹϺ�����membership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Khush amaadiid from our Pakistanis living in Canada!