{"id":8169,"date":"2019-04-24T08:00:35","date_gmt":"2019-04-24T15:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/?p=8169"},"modified":"2024-01-24T13:38:31","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T21:38:31","slug":"16-things-you-need-to-know-about-living-in-vancouver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/renters\/16-things-you-need-to-know-about-living-in-vancouver\/","title":{"rendered":"Inside Scoop: 16 Things You Need to Know About Living in Vancouver"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

For those considering a move to Vancouver, B.C., here are some things we need to know before jumping in with both feet. To compile this list, we’ve collaborated with Vancouver’s Vantastic VA<\/a>, <\/strong>a one-stop relocation service helping people move here from around the world. Vantastic helps ensure your move is smooth, efficient and as worry-free as possible helping with accommodation, employment, mobile\/internet\/cable deals, etc. Think of them as your first Canadian friend!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Based on insights from Vantastic\u2019s founder and owner, Taryn Bywater, here are some tips for newcomers to Vancouver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It is beautiful!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Cost of living in Vancouver is high<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Transit over traffic<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Uber and Lyft have finally arrived<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Finding a place to live can be a challenge<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Roommate Required<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Expand your palate<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Happy Hours everywhere<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Food truck fever<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

You are not made of sugar so don\u2019t let the rain stop you!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Wages are distinctly average<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Marijuana dispensaries are almost as ubiquitous as Starbucks<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Groceries<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Tipping culture<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Data is dear<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

1. It is beautiful!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Be ready to be wowed. There are few cities in the world with beaches and mountains within 30 minutes of one another and Vancouver is one of those special places. Take the opportunity to learn to sail, stand up paddleboard, dragon boat or kayak on our piece of the Pacific Ocean or hit the mountains and ski, snowboard, or hike. There are so many things that you can do for the day for free or at a low cost. Check out local tour companies like intothewild.ca<\/a> <\/strong>for some really cheap rentals and tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All kinds of adventures can be had nearby. Let’s just say, there’s plenty to write home about!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Cost of Living in Vancouver is high<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is expensive at least in terms of most other North American cities. Depending on where you are coming from, the cost of living may come as a shock \u2013 everything from housing, to gas, to food is pricey. Conversely, Europeans and Aussies may not flinch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out our latest <\/strong>rent reports<\/strong><\/a> and stay up-to-date on the average rents in Vancouver.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n