Free resources & tools
Everything we've built to help you plan your move — across the countries we cover. Free checklists, budget tools, and safety guides, plus in-depth relocation kits when you're ready to get serious.
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Pre-move checklist
90-Day Pre-Move Checklist
Everything to sort before you leave Canada, organized into a 90-day countdown.
- Banking & financial prep
- Mail forwarding setup
- Healthcare transitions
- Tax departure checklist
- Document preparation
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Budget worksheet
Budget Comparison Worksheet
Compare your current Canadian costs against real expenses across the countries we cover.
- Side-by-side cost comparison
- All amounts in CAD
- Rent, groceries, healthcare
- Transport & entertainment
- Hidden costs section
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Rental safety guide
Rental Safety Guide
How to spot scams, vet landlords, and negotiate leases as a foreigner. Country-specific red flags.
- Scam red flags by country
- Landlord verification steps
- Lease negotiation tips
- Deposit protection
- Emergency contacts
Relocation Kits
In-depth country guides for Canadians. Researched, sourced, and refreshed as conditions change.
Mexico Relocation Kit
Mexico Relocation Kit
$59 CADOne-time purchase, includes updates.
A detailed guide to moving to Mexico as a Canadian. 80+ pages of practical guidance, checklists, and worksheets.
- Visa step-by-step (tourist, temp, permanent)
- City comparison guide (6 cities)
- Monthly budget worksheets
- Healthcare enrollment guide (IMSS + private)
- Rental search checklist
- Banking & money transfer setup
- Tax implications for Canadians
- Emergency contacts & resources
Portugal Relocation Kit
Portugal Relocation Kit
$59 CADOne-time purchase, includes updates.
A detailed guide to relocating to Portugal: the D7 visa walkthrough, tax considerations, city guides, and healthcare enrollment.
- D7 visa complete walkthrough
- NHR tax regime explained
- City guide (Lisbon, Porto, Algarve)
- Monthly budget worksheets
- SNS healthcare enrollment
- NIF & banking setup
- Canadian tax departure guide
- Rental market navigation
Thailand Relocation Kit
Thailand Relocation Kit
$59 CADOne-time purchase, includes updates.
A guide to long-term life in Thailand: visa options, healthcare, city comparisons, and the practical details that matter.
- Visa options (tourist, retirement, Elite)
- City guide (Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket)
- Monthly budget worksheets
- Private hospital guide
- Banking & 90-day reporting
- Rental search by city
- Canadian tax obligations
- Cultural adjustment tips
Services We Recommend
Tools and services we'd recommend to a friend. Affiliate links are disclosed — we earn a small commission at no cost to you.
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SafetyWing
Health insurance for expats and nomads. Affordable, flexible, no long-term commitment.
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Wise
Real exchange rate, low fees — usually the cheapest way to move money abroad from Canada. Check the rate before you send.
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Airalo
eSIM data plans for 200+ countries. Skip the local SIM hassle on arrival.
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Booking.com
Short-term stays while you search for long-term housing. Free cancellation options.
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