which neighbourhood?

from what you say probably in the GTA?

nice. go for it. weather in BC is awesome, not very cold during winter but can be dreary like london. i think it hovers around -10 to +10. should blend in OK too given asians are aplenty there.

tbh if i move back to canada, BC will be my first pick for quality of life. and not to mention easier to visit asia, just one transit rather than 2.

Sure, rather humid cold than -50 over with windchill. You don't need block heaters in BC. Hahaha your car will thank you.

As for the stops, hk Vancouver discontinued?

healthcare is by province, i am not well versed with details of BC.

in MB provincial healthcare covers even those with just work permits. Arthroscopic shoulder surgery was paid for when I was there. Tax rate varies by province because there is federal + provincial tax, a search should give you the bracket rates.