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51ԹϺ- A Place for Canadians in Lisbon

Hello to all of our Canadians in Lisbon! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Canadian expats in Lisbon? Are you looking for advice from other Canadians, e.g. which bars in Lisbon will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for maple pancakes?

You are cordially invited to be part of 51ԹϺLisbon. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Canadian expats, coming from Ottawa, Vancouver, Montreal and all regions of Canada.

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Gustavo De faz

Gustavo De faz

The quality of InterNations' members convinced me to join. And I've indeed received a very warm welcome from fellow Lisbon expats..

Melanie S. Hamann

Melanie S. Hamann

51ԹϺEvents in Lisbon are great - I love the rightfully popular events organized by our friendly Ambassador team.

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An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Why you'll love 51ԹϺin Lisbon

37,749
members in Lisbon
510
Canadian members
18
monthly events
22
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow Canadians at our events in Lisbon

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Canadians in Lisbon.

Norway Vs England Watch Party!
Norway Vs England Watch Party!
The knockout stage is here! Join us to watch Norway take on England in what promises to be an exciting match. Grab your favorite snacks, wear your team colors, and let’s enjoy the game together. Kickoff, great company, and plenty of football—don’t miss it!
The knockout stage is here! Join us to watch Norway take on England in what promises to be an exciting match. Grab your favorite snacks, wear your team colors, and let’s enjoy the game together. Kickoff, great company, and plenty of football—don’t miss it!
51ԹϺLisbon | All White Summer Soirée
51ԹϺLisbon | All White Summer Soirée
Join us for an unforgettable All White Party this July, where summer nights meet effortless elegance. Dress in your finest white attire and step into an evening of music, laughter, and glowing vibes under the stars. Let’s celebrate the season in pure style and unity. New to InterNations? Let us kno
Join us for an unforgettable All White Party this July, where summer nights meet effortless elegance. Dress in your finest white attire and step into an evening of music, laughter, and glowing vibes under the stars. Let’s celebrate the season in pure style and unity. New to InterNations? Let us kno
Create A 3-Course Caribbean Dinner
Create A 3-Course Caribbean Dinner
Hands-on Caribbean cooking workshop. Learn to prepare a 3-course island meal with fresh ingredients, bold spices, and traditional techniques, then sit down and enjoy it together. 1. Warm welcome (wine and beer provided) Caribbean cooking. Explore spices, herbs, and fresh island ingredients. 2. Cook
Hands-on Caribbean cooking workshop. Learn to prepare a 3-course island meal with fresh ingredients, bold spices, and traditional techniques, then sit down and enjoy it together. 1. Warm welcome (wine and beer provided) Caribbean cooking. Explore spices, herbs, and fresh island ingredients. 2. Cook
Ocean's Eleven
Ocean's Eleven
Less than 24 hours into his parole from a New Jersey penitentiary, the wry, charismatic Danny Ocean is already rolling out his next plan. He follows three rules: do not hurt anybody, do not steal from anyone who does not deserve it, and play the game like you have got nothing to lose.
Less than 24 hours into his parole from a New Jersey penitentiary, the wry, charismatic Danny Ocean is already rolling out his next plan. He follows three rules: do not hurt anybody, do not steal from anyone who does not deserve it, and play the game like you have got nothing to lose.

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Why Canadian 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 Canadian members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

Canadians abroad

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What Canadian expats have to say about living in Lisbon

We asked tens of thousands of expats about their lives abroad in our Expat Insider surveys. In addition to our standard questions, we invite them to share what they like or dislike about their experiences in their own words. Here, we’ve selected some of the most interesting or representative quotes about expat life in Lisbon from Canadians, grouped into positive and negative opinions.

Let’s start with the positive ones.

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For me, one of the highlights of living in Lisbon is the safe environment, stable government and good weather.
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What I enjoy most about Lisbon is Lisbon is the friendliness of the people and the proximity to the ocean.
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For me, one of the highlights of living in Lisbon is the abundance of sunshine, the friendliness of the people, the relaxed customs, open society, and the lower cost of living.
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I really enjoy Lisbon is the great weather and the affordability.
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On the downside, here's are some negative experiences from Canadian expats in Lisbon

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Living in Lisbon, I find the bureaucracy to be abysmal and, in general, the local residents to be somewhat pompous.
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What frustrates me about Lisbon is that the society is quite conservative and generally not interested in meeting new expats or reaching out, which has made adapting here really difficult.
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Living in Lisbon, I find it difficult to cope with the high cost of housing, the challenging bureaucracy, and the resentment some local residents have toward foreigners.
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What I dislike about Lisbon is that the prices at upscale restaurants are quite high compared to the quality and quantity of the food.
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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our 51ԹϺGroups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

DinnerNations Group
DinnerNations Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group
Arts & Culture Group
Arts & Culture Group
Games & Co. Group
Games & Co. Group

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Canadian Expats in Lisbon Share Their Experiences

51ԹϺis a place where Canadian expats in Lisbon exchange experiences and tips to support each other. An Alpha Global City In The Lisbon Metropolitan Area can be a great place for expats - our community helps you make the most of your experience!

  • Browse our Members Network to get to know Lisbon’s Canadian expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Canadian expats in Lisbon.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Lisbon to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Canadians in Lisbon at Our Events

Our community in Lisbon is also very active offline. Our 51ԹϺAmbassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Lisbon’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other Canadian expats to explore the Algarve. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from Canada in your local community as well as Canadians in Portugal nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Canadians living in Lisbon!

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