📊 Key Facts
population
5.4 million
area
944,735 km²
gdp
$350 billion
unemployment
5.8%
min wage
$17.40/hr
languages
English (96%)
largest city
Vancouver (2.5M metro)
🏙️ Major Cities
💵 Cost of Living
| City | Rent (1BR) | Groceries | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver | $2,500 | $430 | $130 |
| Victoria | $1,900 | $400 | $110 |
| Kelowna | $1,600 | $390 | $80 |
💼 Job Market
Avg Salary
$63,000/year
Job Vacancies
120,000+
Top Industries:
TechnologyFilm & MediaForestryTourismReal Estate
📄 Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
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🌤️ Climate
☀️
Summer
18-25°C, dry & sunny
❄️
Winter
0 to 5°C (coast), mild
📅
Best Months
May to October
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