Sunday, September 7, 2008











Australia







The Book of World Rankings confirms that Australia enjoys a high level of personal freedom, literacy and expectation of life, equality of women, political stability, and political participation.
Cultural diversity has become a touchstone of its national identity.
All Australians enjoy free access to health care, with the exception of dental services.
Australia's extensive social security network includes old age pension, family allowance, unemployment insurance and welfare.
In Australia, there is a constant demand for skilled workers and you could be earning anywhere from AUD$ 30,000 to AUD$ 50,000 or more per year.
In the more costly cities in the country, a 2 bedroom apartment can rent yearly anywhere from AUD$ 7,800 to AUD$ 13,000. A 3 Bedroom apartment/house rents yearly between AUD$ 9,000 to AUD$ 14,000. The median house rates for sale is anywhere between AUD$ 165,000 to AUD$ 450,000.
The public education from elementary level up to the secondary school level is free of charge to all students in Australia, except those who opt to go to 'private schools'.
At the post-secondary level, students pay a minimal tuition fee.
Tuition at Australian universities and/or colleges are affordable for citizens and residents ranging anywhere from AUD$ 5000 to AUD$ 17,000.
Most undergraduate community colleges or tertiary diploma education providers is also free to citizens and residents or a very marginal fee is charged. In contrast international students can pay upwards of AUD$ 25,000 a year for their university education.
Once you have settled in Australia, you can sponsor your close relatives so that they too can come to Australia. Also, if you already have close relatives in Australia, they can sponsor you.
FYI - Australian Rules Football is the most popular spectator sport in Australia in terms on annual attendance and club memberships.




















Canada
Canada is a free, prosperous, and strong nation valued for its political stability, economic diversity and protection of its citizen's rights.
People of different religions and ethnicities live in all parts of Canada.
New immigrants can earn on average of $25,000 to $70,000 annually.
High income coupled with the fact that Canada has a comparatively inexpensive cost of living makes Canada a very attractive option to prospective immigrants.
In Toronto and Vancouver, which are amongst the most expensive cities in the country a 2 bedroom apartment can rent from C$ 6,000 to C$ 8,500 per year and a 3 bedroom house or apartment can rent anywhere from C$ 10,000 to C$ 20,000 per year. Other cities are relatively cheaper than this.
Basic health coverage is free of charge in most provinces and the quality of the health care available is excellent.
Furthermore, the Canadian federal government provides financial assistance to families with children including new migrants.
Up to secondary level, school is free of charge for all students in Canada.
At the post-secondary level, Students are expected to pay a minimal tuition fee.
Canadian Universities and colleges are far more affordable with Canadian citizens and residents paying between C$ 2,500 and C$ 5,000 whereas the average international student will pay between C$ 8,000 to C$ 20,000 per year. It is clearly far more advantageous to study in Canada as a permanent resident as you will benefit from the lower fees and the various scholarships and grants offered.
Once you are settled in Canada, you can sponsor your relatives so they too can live in Canada. Also, if you have relatives already in Canada, they can sponsor you.
FYI - the national sport of Canada is ice hockey during winter and lacrosse during summer.




United Kingdom


UK is home to the longest monarchy in history. It is the most popular destination for migrants to Europe and there are different ethnic groups and religions established in all parts of the UK.
Most children in the UK are educated in state funded schools financed through the tax system and so parents do not have to pay directly for the cost of education. Private schools are also available where students will have to pay minimal fees.
The UK has some of the most famous Universities in the world. They are mostly all state financed and residents and citizens of the UK and the EU will pay fees of around £ 1,175 to £ 3,000 per year for tuition. International students on the other hand will pay almost double the amount - from £ 6,000 to £ 10,000 annually.
The economy of the UK is said to be growing with its inclusion into the European Union. In London, income is generally higher, ranging from a minimum of £ 10,500 to around £ 40,000 and outside London, around £ 7,000 to around £ 30,000.
The cost of renting a one bedroom apartment is around £ 600 per month and a 2 to 3 bedroom house is around £ 12,000 a month. These rates are around the London and city areas. The prices will be lower the further away from London you are. The cost of buying a house in London is upwards of £ 100,000 but there are several mortgage and loan schemes available to residents and citizens.
Health care in the UK is amongst the best in the world, and the state ensures that citizens and residents receive a comprehensive and free health service at all times through the National Health Service. Private hospitals and health care too is available for patients are willing to pay for medical services.
FYI - Sports are very popular in the U.K. Football, golf, tennis and cricket are all played there. Rugby Union and Rugby League are also considered national sports.


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