Best Quality of life – Canada 4th in UN ranking

Canada was listed fourth, well ahead of the United States which was in 13th place.

“Most migrants, internal and international, reap gains in the form of higher incomes, better access to education and health and improved prospects for their children,” said the report. “These gains often directly benefit family members who stay behind as well as countries of origin indirectly.” (read the full article)

Overall Quality of Life is Better in Canada Than Home Country for Majority of Ethnic and New Canadians…

Toronto, ON – A new Ipsos Reid poll conducted on the newly launched Multicultural Connection Panel finds that ethnic and new Canadians view overall quality of life as better in Canada compared to their home country.
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High Quality of Life in Canadian Cities

Canada ranks. According to the June 2008 Mercer’s Quality of Living Survey, in the Americas, the top 5 cities for quality of life are all Canadian cities, with Vancouver in first position, followed by Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Calgary. The same cities also top the personal safety list. The report states “Personal safety within Canadian cities ranks among the highest in the region. This is due to a relatively low crime rate and a stable political environment.” No surprises there. We also make great Nanaimo bars.