Transitions Abroad magazine has reviewed my book, Living Abroad in Canada!

And they recommend it:

For anyone interested in living in Canada, “Living Abroad in Canada” is a well-researched and practical companion that provides all the information and resources you need to make a successful move.

Here’s a longer excerpt from the review:

Author Carolyn Heller has accomplished what I have heard a growing number of Americans fantasize and talk about over the past decade: she moved from the U.S. to Canada. In her book “Living Abroad in Canada”–published by Avalon Publishing—Heller covers all the essential aspects of moving to and living in Canada.

“Living Abroad in Canada” reflects Heller’s own experiences and knowledge of this northern neighbor of the U.S., who according to her, “is familiar yet just a bit different.” It is often easier to describe a country and culture that is vastly different form our own, but the author succeeds in pointing out the subtle differences in culture, worldviews, and daily life that distinguish Canada from the rest of North America.

She describes in detail the differences in government and political systems, tax and labor laws, health insurance coverage, and educational systems. She also talks about the unique make-up of Canada’s multi-cultural society, which in addition to French-speaking Québec and the Native American “First Nations,” includes large immigrant communities from India, China, and other countries.

To dispel any misinformation about Canadian immigration law right away, Heller points out in the book’s introduction that Americans can stay in Canada as a visitor for up to six months, but that they still need a work or residency permit to legally reside in Canada.

You can read the full review, by TransitionsAbroad.com Living Abroad contributing editor Volker Poelzl, here.

Transitions Abroad is a great source of information for people considering a move abroad. If you’re Canada-bound, check out their extensive links to Canadian expat resources and websites.