Canada has always been a popular immigration place for Hong Kong people, and the Canadian government recently announced an immigration policy to facilitate permanent pathways for Hong Kong youth. If after reading Canada’s lifeboat scheme | Pathway to PR for HK Residents, you want to move abroad or invest in Canada, your first consideration should be Montreal, Canada.
Montreal
Montreal, is a city located in southwestern Quebec, Canada, with a population of about 2 million. The word “Montreal” comes from the Middle French “Mont Royal”, which means “Mountain Royal”, and the landmark in the center of Montreal is still named after this. French is the official language of Montreal and the most commonly used language in the city, spoken by 60.5% of the city’s total population, making Montreal the second largest French-speaking city in the world after Paris. Hong Kong people don’t have to worry about language barriers, because most of the residents in Montreal understand English.
Convenient transportation
In the global context, Montreal’s location is relatively convenient: it takes 6 hours to fly to Europe, 1 hour to New York or Toronto, and it’s close to the capital Ottawa, which can be reached by car. The only caveat is its distance from Asia, which lies on the opposite side of the northern hemisphere. It’s separated by a 12 hour plane ride, which may be a long way for Hong Kongers to visit home.
After arriving in Montreal, there is a famous pedestrian shopping street – St. Catherine Street for Hong Kong people to enjoy shopping. Large shopping malls are located in the city center, and some large-scale events will be held on this street, such as music festivals, live broadcasts of NBA finals, etc. The commercial street in the city center is next to the work center. There are many high-rise buildings which are beautifully constructed. The ancient and the modern coexist in some antique churches, making for some interesting sightseeing.
Developed economy
Montreal is one of the most important economic centers in Canada, and industries such as aviation industry, finance, design, and film industry are very developed there. Montreal is considered the best city in the world to live in and has been recognized as a City of Design by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. There are also many job opportunities; as long as you pass the French or English test, it’s not difficult to find a job. Montreal also has advantages in the field of artificial intelligence. Some Silicon Valley companies have opened laboratories in Montreal, providing many employment opportunities.
Quality education & healthcare
Montreal’s education system is perfect, and free education is available for primary and secondary education. University tuition is also one of the lowest in Canada. Montreal ranks first in the 2021 Canadian University Rankings. Montreal’s very own McGill University leads the board, boasting the best medical school in Canada. Hong Kong parents should take this into account if considering migration. Besides, after a three-month waiting period, new immigrants can participate in public health insurance and enjoy free medical and hospital services.
Full of entertainment
For Hong Kongers who love entertainment, Montreal could be ideal for you. It has endless festivals, such as the Jazz Festival. Even if you’re just looking to have a drink, clubs like La Voûte (that used to be the vaults of the Royal Bank) or the 40,000-square-foot New City Gas are sure to impress you.
All in all, the cost of living in Montreal is low. Statistics Canada data in 2020 shows that the Montreal Consumption Index is 72, while Ottawa, Vancouver and Toronto are all above 100. Rents and average property prices are about the same as Ottawa, Vancouver and Toronto. Leisure, education and medical facilities are also complete, and there is continuous positive growth in investment prospects. It is an ideal place for savvy Hong Kong people to invest or immigrate.To learn more about property price trends across Canada, remember to click here.
Canada related information:
- Canada’s lifeboat scheme | Pathway to PR for HK Residents
- Hong Kong Immigration | UK vs Canada – Which to choose?
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