Vernon, BC For Immigrants: Tips on Settling After Immigration

By Ella Bergquist July 19, 2019 (Updated November 15, 2019) 2 min. read
Vernon, BC

Renowned for its outdoor adventure opportunities, Vernon has even more to offer new immigrants. It was selected as one of the cities for the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Program launched in the spring of 2019. Learn more about what makes living in Vernon so great!

Where Is Vernon?

Vernon is located in the North Okanagan Regional District within the southern interior region of British Columbia. Vernon is a five hour drive from Vancouver and a six hour drive from Calgary. It has a population of 42,000 individuals.

Life in Vernon:

Education: 

School District 22 is responsible for primary and secondary educational offers programs like French immersion, Aboriginal education, and apprenticeship programs. Okanagan College and the University of British Columbia- Okanagan offer post- secondary school options for people.

Employment: 

Vernon is one of the most economically diverse economies in the province. This diversity means that people from many different employment backgrounds should be able to find suitable work here. Learn more about current job options.

Health Care: 

The first thing to do before attempting access health care services in Vernon, it to secure British Columbia’s medical insurance plan.  The Vernon Jubilee Hospital serves the city with acute and emergency care. There are also walk-in clinics, and doctors offices for non-emergency care. Learn more about these facilities. 

Housing : 

The average house for a house in Vernon is $439,000 CAD. Learn more about Vernon housing and the availability of homes. 

Cost of Living: 

The cost of living is really important to consider when moving to Vernon. Many of the essential costs of living, i.e food, utilities and transportation, are lower than the urban centers nearby. Learn more about the cost of living in Vernon.

Activities: 

Three lakes, Okanagan, Kalamalka and Swan, surround the city providing residents with easy access to boating recreation. Vernon is an active community and enjoys biking, skiing, and playing sports. The city also has the Vernon Public Art Gallery anf the Greater Vernon Museum and Archive. Learn more about all of your activities options. 

Are You Interested in Immigrating to Vernon, BC?

If so, Contact VisaPlace today. All our cases are handled by competent and experienced immigration professionals who are affiliated with VisaPlace. These professionals consist of lawyers, licensed paralegals, and consultants who work for Niren and Associates an award-winning immigration firm that adheres to the highest standards of client service.

Ready for the next step? Book your 1 on 1 consultation now or call us at 1-877-296-0874.

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