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How much money should you prepare for your first month in Canada?
By ExplorerCanada Team · May 19, 2026
Your first month in Canada includes several one-time and recurring costs: temporary accommodation, groceries, transportation, a phone plan, winter clothing, basic setup, and an emergency buffer.
Use our free arrival budget calculator to estimate first-week and first-month costs for your destination city. Estimates are for planning only and vary by city, season, and family situation.
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