I'm 24, just graduated from college this month, and I intend to move out of this state (PA) in the not too distant future. I've been to Canada once while in high school (Toronto), and I unfortunately don't remember enough of the experience. I remember going to the science museum, downtown in the day, but was on a strict schedule as I was there on an orchestra trip.
My ideal places to move to include North Carolina, California, or Canada. The only thing preventing Canada from being #1 is the cold weather, as I tend to be a warm weather guy. Despite me remembering so little about my trip to Canada, I am intrigued by the notion that it has friendly people and is safer. Realistically, I don't currently live in a state of fear or anything, but it just seems like there are too many assholes in America, and Canada seems very refreshing to me.
I have no idea what part of Canada I'd like to move to specifically.. Are there any warm parts?
I'd appreciate some feedback on recommend portions of Canada, as well as some supporting arguments for why that area is nice.
Moving to Canada would be a big step in my life, as I've lived at home, and continue to. I'm at the point where I am going to likely be starting a career, and I'd really prefer not doing it here in PA. I don't have any debt/loans, but I'd appreciate information on how much money you would recommend having before starting this move. How is the job market in Canada (or a specific part of Canada if you are recommending one)? I have a nice part time job currently, but if I move I will obviously be out of work and looking. My degree is a BA in English, so it likely won't play too large a role in what job I get, or am eligible for.
I'm not currently in a relationship or anything else that would bind me to PA, so I think it's a nice time for me to move and start life somewhere. It's really easy to write about doing this, and I've been talking about doing it since I started college, but to put the plan into action is a whole different story. If anyone has any comments, recommendations, or thoughts regarding Canada in general, I'd greatly appreciate it.
I really don't want to live in this same city, area, state, my entire life. It's a big world, and I already feel like this area, and to some extent the people around me, is getting "old" and tiring.
Also, how cold is it in Canada? Is it always cold, or do you have warm months? Basically, everything in Canada is a big draw for me, except the weather, as I definitely consider myself to be a big fan of warm/springish weather.
Is cost of living high in Canada? The factor that moved California down a few notches on my list of desirable places to live is the high cost of living, and seeing that iniitially I won't have much money, this could be a pretty big issue.
After reading that over, that is pretty much all I can think of in regards to questions I have about living in Canada. However, if you have anything to say, regardless of how related it is, I'd really appreciate it if you shared it.
I feel I am at a neat point in my life, as I am able to go wherever I want and start life there, I'd just prefer to make a good initial decision.
Thanks.