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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Kelowna is moderately expensive compared to smaller Canadian cities, with higher costs for housing and daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are on the higher side due to growing demand, especially for short-term leases favored by digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for Canada; dining out can be moderately expensive but offers good variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but limited; many rely on personal vehicles or rideshares, which can increase costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced, with a mix of free outdoor activities and paid events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with several options including community centers and private gyms.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
The Canadian dollar is stable with low volatility, providing financial predictability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
67%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in larger Canadian cities; quality is good.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and reliable internet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Kelowna is not a major hub for digital nomads but is gaining attention due to lifestyle appeal.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
88%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on outdoor activities and relaxation, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and access to nature.
🧼 Cleanliness
89%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean, with effective waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though occasional wildfire smoke can impact during summer.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
86%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities available, consistent with Canadian standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is accessible but non-residents may face high costs without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare infrastructure but access for short-term visitors can be limited.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
53%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers; some may find winters harsh.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Low risk overall, though wildfires and occasional flooding can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
88%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, lakes, and outdoor recreational areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in many buildings due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
82%
Weight: 10
Clear seasonal changes with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution, especially outside downtown areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Growing arts and cultural scene with festivals and local events.
🌃 Nightlife
52%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities; more focused on casual bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to lakes, mountains, hiking, and water sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good availability of wine tours, outdoor excursions, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate options including museums, galleries, and cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Diverse but smaller scale food scene with emphasis on local produce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
69%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
71%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, fitness centers, and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and health food stores are accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Pacific Time Zone; favorable for North American clients but less so for Europe or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Limited but growing tech and entrepreneur meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Local job market is smaller but remote work is increasingly common.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Modest freelance community with some local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
68%
Weight: 30
Good facilities with reliable internet and comfortable workspaces.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup community but not yet a major hub.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted credit/debit cards and mobile payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption and infrastructure for crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
62%
Weight: 30
Regional airport with flights to major Canadian hubs; limited international direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Public transit exists but is limited in coverage and frequency.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Downtown areas are walkable but suburban sprawl limits overall walkability.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft operate reliably in the city.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Limited train service; mostly reliant on buses and flights.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Few scooter rentals; some bike rentals available seasonally.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN access with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and some public buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
35%
Weight: 40
Canada has strict visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes for residents; complex tax rules for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
97%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
92%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Requires residency or significant documentation; can be challenging for short-term visitors.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Straightforward process but requires understanding of Canadian regulations.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but limited infrastructure and visa options for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated nomad events; some general tech and entrepreneur meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online community for Kelowna digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
83%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and multicultural, though less diverse than larger cities.