The following pages identify several key areas to consider
when relocating to Canada from the United States.
Although the two countries are closely connected
through economic trade and have similar political
systems, there are several distinct differences
that an American coming to Canada must be aware
of and take into consideration when relocating
to Canada. These include the health, education,
tax and political systems and language. Each of
these factors may present unique challenges to
the relocating employee, based on their previous
experience, if any, of living outside the United
States.
The following pages will cover four main issues:
There are many steps in ensuring
a successful relocation from the United States to Canada.
Employers who send employees one-at-a-time, or in groups,
should consider the following to minimize issues that may
arise before, during and after the relocation.
Although issues such as visa and immigration, tax planning
and destination services may be the most critical, a mis-step
in any of the steps listed may prove to be detrimental
to the relocation. They include:
- Budget forecasting
- Destination purchase/rental of residence
- Home sale of origin residence / rental management
of origin residence (if required)
- Movement of household goods management
- Comparable property value reports (worldwide)
- Comparable rental value reports (worldwide)
- Orientation tours of destination city
- Expense management and tax tracking
- Language training
- Immigration/visa
- Cost of living reports
- Tax planning
- Spousal career counseling (if required)
- Education assistance
- Security
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