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πŸ™οΈ City St. John's is the capital city of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador and one of the oldest cities in North America.
πŸ‘₯ Population Approximate population of 110,000.
πŸ’» Internet Speed Average download speed of 50 Mbps and upload speed of 10 Mbps.
πŸ’Έ Currency & Banking 1 CAD β‰ˆ 0.76 USD.
🚰 Tap Water Drinkable and sourced from nearby lakes.
πŸ”Œ Power 120V, 60Hz, with Type A/B sockets.
πŸ“Ά SIM Card Providers include Bell, Rogers, and TELUS.
πŸ’³ Banking for Expats Major banks include Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) and Bank of Montreal (BMO).
πŸ›Œ Accommodation Options include Airbnb, local rentals, and hostels like HI St. John's Hostel.
πŸ’³ Cashless Friendly Yes, cards are widely accepted.
🏠 Short Term Rentals Airbnb and Vrbo are popular for short stays.
πŸ›οΈ Budget Accommodation Hi St. John's Hostel offers beds starting at CAD 30 per night.
πŸ™οΈ Best Area to Stay for Tourists Downtown St. John's is ideal for tourists due to its vibrant atmosphere.
πŸ™οΈ Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads The historic downtown area is recommended for its co-working spaces and cafΓ©s.

Working and Networking

🏒 Best Coworking Space The Commons Co-Working Space located in downtown, offering desk rentals and meeting rooms.
β˜• Best Cafe for Work Jumping Bean CafΓ©, known for its quiet atmosphere and free Wi-Fi.
πŸ’Ό Networking Events Meetup.com has regular events for remote workers and entrepreneurs.
πŸ₯‚ Social Events for Expats St. John's Expat Community on Facebook hosts regular meet-ups and activities.

Transportation

πŸš• Best Taxi/Ride App Uber is the prevailing choice in St. John's.
🚲 Bike/Scooter Rental Bike rentals available at St. John's Bicycle Rentals.
πŸ–οΈ Best Beach Nearby The closest beach is in Cape Spear, approximately a 15-minute drive away.
✈️ Top Regional Airline PAL Airlines offers regional flights across the area.
✈️ Top International Airline Air Canada and WestJet operate international flights.
πŸ›£οΈ Highway Access Access via Trans-Canada Highway (Route 1).
πŸš‰ Main Train/Transit Hub St. John's does not have a train service; the bus terminal is located on Kelsey Drive.
🚍 Public Transport Passes Metrobus offers a monthly pass for CAD 60.
✈️ Regional Travel Bus services run by DRL Coachlines connect to other towns.

Health and Wellness

πŸ₯ Best Hospital Health Sciences Centre, the major hospital for the region.
🧘 Yoga & Wellness Centers Yoga on the Beach offers classes with ocean views.
πŸ‹οΈ Gyms & Fitness Centers GoodLife Fitness and Anytime Fitness have multiple locations.
🧺 Laundry Services Wash & Fold Laundry, a local laundromat with washing and folding services.

Food and Drink

πŸ“± Best Food Delivery App SkipTheDishes and DoorDash are popular services.
🍽️ Best Local Dish to Try Jigg's dinner, a traditional Newfoundland meal.
🍱 Vegan/Vegetarian Options The Sprout, a fully vegan café, offers great plant-based dishes.
🍫 Best Dessert Spots The Newfoundland Chocolate Company for handmade chocolates.
πŸ›’ Affordable Shopping Spots The St. John's Farmers' Market is perfect for local goods.
πŸ›’ E-commerce/Online Store Amazon and local options like Nofrills for groceries.
πŸ›’ Grocery Delivery Superstore offers grocery delivery in the city.
🍸 Bar/Nightlife Area George Street is known for its lively bars and nightlife.
🍻 Local Brewery Quidi Vidi Brewery is famous for its local craft beer.
🍷 Wine Bars Wine Rack has a wide selection of wines and events.
🍲 Street Food Stalls Various food trucks at local events offering diverse cuisines.
πŸ• Popular International Cuisine India Gate for tasty Indian food.

Culture and Attractions

🎟️ Must-See Landmarks Signal Hill offers stunning views over the city and harbor.
πŸ›οΈ Museums & Art Venues The Rooms is a cultural facility showcasing art and history.
🏰 Historical Sites Cape Spear Lighthouse, the oldest surviving lighthouse in the province.
πŸ• Religious Sites Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is a prominent historic site.
πŸŽ‰ Annual Events The St. John's International Women's Film Festival happens every October.
🎨 Cultural Districts The East End is known for its art galleries and cultural events.
🎭 Theater Venues The LSPU Hall is a key venue for performances and productions.
πŸ›οΈ Local Markets The St. John's Farmers' Market operates on weekends.
🎼 Music Scene The Froude Avenue area has several live music venues.
🎨 Street Art Downtown St. John's features various murals and installations.
πŸ§‘β€πŸ³ Cooking Classes Belly Bites offers classes for learning local cuisine.
πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ¨ Art Galleries The Emma Butler Gallery features local artists.
πŸ•°οΈ Historic Buildings The Colonial Building is a National Historic Site.
🏴 Local Heritage Celebration of the rich fishing and maritime history of the region.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

πŸŒ… Nearby Nature Escapes Gus Harris Park offers beautiful walking trails.
🏞️ National Parks Nearby Gros Morne National Park is roughly a 3-hour drive away.
🚲 Cycling/Walking Paths The Grand Concourse has a network of trails throughout the city.
πŸŒ„ Scenic Viewpoints Cape Spear provides stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean.
πŸ¦‰ Birdwatching Locations Bull Arm is known for seabird watching.
πŸ”₯ Bonfire-Friendly Spots Several parks allow for community fires in designated areas.

Other Services and Amenities

πŸ“¦ Parcel Delivery Service FedEx and Canada Post are available for shipping services.
πŸ› οΈ Tech Repair Services iRepair offers services for Apple products.
πŸ“ Table Tennis Spots Table Tennis Club at the College of the North Atlantic.
πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Language Classes Language Exchange meetups at local cafes.
πŸ“š Libraries & Study Spots St. John's Public Library, located downtown.
🏘️ Community Centers The Corner Stone Community Centre offers various activities.
πŸ•ΉοΈ Gaming Lounges The Gaming Lounge on Water Street offers gaming opportunities.
🎰 Casino & Gaming Halls The Newfoundland and Labrador Casino offers gaming and entertainment options.

Business

🏒 Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. CAD 3,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = CAD 140,000)
🏒 Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. CAD 2,800 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = CAD 112,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. CAD 3,200 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = CAD 192,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. CAD 2,500 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = CAD 150,000)
🏑 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. CAD 3,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = CAD 240,000)
🏑 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. CAD 2,300 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = CAD 184,000)
πŸ’Ό Corporate Tax 15% corporate tax rate.
πŸ’΅ Dividend Withholding Tax 25% on dividends.
🏦 Tax System Based on worldwide income for residents.
πŸ“ˆ Highest Income Tax Bracket 53.31%.
🧾 VAT 15% HST (Harmonized Sales Tax).
🌐 Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, applies with strict regulations.
🏠 Property Tax Based on assessed value with municipal tax rates.
🏠 Property Transaction Tax Approximately 1% on property transactions.
πŸ’» Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads No specific tax incentives for digital nomads.

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