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Cost of Living
in the Canada

In Canada, the cost of living varies depending on your lifestyle and the city you choose to reside in. On average, international students typically budget between CA$ 12,000 and CA$ 18,000 per year to cover living expenses. This amount includes necessities such as accommodation, transportation, groceries, and other everyday needs. Interestingly, many institutes provide free public transport passes for their international students. Understanding these cost factors and making use of the offers enables you to effectively manage your finances and enjoy a fulfilling student life in Canada.
Expense Category
Toronto (CAD)
Vancouver (CAD)
Montreal (CAD)
Calgary (CAD)
Ottawa (CAD)
Accommodation
Shared Apartment/House
$600 - $1000
$700 - $1200
$500 - $900
$500 - $900
$500 - $900
Student Dormitory
$800 - $1200
$900 - $1500
$600 - $1000
$600 - $1000
$600 - $1000
Private Rental
$1000 - $1500
$1200 - $2000
$800 - $1200
$800 - $1200
$800 - $1200
Utilities
Electricity, Gas, Water
$50 - $100
$40 - $80
$30 - $70
$30 - $70
$30 - $70
Internet
$30 - $60
$30 - $50
$30 - $50
$30 - $50
$30 - $50
Food
Groceries/Home Cooking
$200 - $400
$200 - $400
$150 - $300
$150 - $300
$150 - $300
Eating Out
$100 - $200
$100 - $250
$70 - $150
$70 - $150
$70 - $150
Transport
Public Transport
$100 - $150
$100 - $150
$70 - $120
$70 - $120
$70 - $120
Personal Expenses
Phone Bill
$30 - $50
$30 - $50
$20 - $40
$20 - $40
$20 - $40
Entertainment
$50 - $150
$50 - $150
$30 - $100
$30 - $100
$30 - $100
Health Insurance
$50 - $150
$50 - $150
$0 - $100
$0 - $100
$0 - $100
Educational Supplies
$50 - $100
$50 - $100
$30 - $70
$30 - $70
$30 - $70
Miscellaneous
$50 - $100
$50 - $100
$50 - $100
$50 - $100
$50 - $100
Total
$1340 - $2310
$1460 - $2520
$1030 - $1770
$1030 - $1770
$1030 - $1770
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