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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
St. John's is moderately expensive compared to many Canadian cities, with higher costs due to its remote location and import reliance.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
45%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are somewhat high relative to local incomes, with limited supply driving costs up.
🍎 Food & Groceries
38%
Weight: 40
Groceries tend to be more expensive due to transportation costs to the island.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transit is affordable but limited; car ownership is common and moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but somewhat limited; prices are average for Canada.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced and facilities are generally good.
💱 Currency Stability
90%
Weight: 30
The Canadian dollar is stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
71%
Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with average speeds around 50-100 Mbps; some rural areas slower.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
53%
Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces exist but options are limited compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though not all have strong or reliable connections.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but overall the scene is small and not specialized.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
St. John's is not a well-known destination for digital nomads, with low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance with a relaxed pace and friendly community.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air and water quality, though weather can be damp.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
City is clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good family amenities, schools, and parks.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality Canadian healthcare system accessible in St. John's.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
90%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is free for residents; visitors may need insurance but costs are reasonable.
🏥 Healthcare
87%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services with good hospitals and clinics.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
21%
Weight: 80
Cold, windy, and rainy climate with long winters and frequent fog; not ideal for sun lovers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional storms but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
72%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to cool climate; can be uncomfortable in rare warm spells.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers, though winters are long and harsh.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution outside downtown areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with strong Irish and English influences, vibrant arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with pubs and live music but limited late-night venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to rugged coastline, hiking trails, and natural beauty.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but good immersion for English learners.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural and nature tours, whale watching, and historical sites.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and theaters available but limited compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Strong seafood focus with local specialties; moderate variety of international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios exist but options are limited.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Availability of fresh seafood and organic produce, though some specialty health foods are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Atlantic Time Zone (UTC-3/4) is somewhat offset from major tech hubs, may affect collaboration.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads and tech professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside the region.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well-established.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in number and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but small and less vibrant than larger Canadian cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of Canadian banking and payment services, including contactless and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption and infrastructure for blockchain and crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
St. John's International Airport offers flights to major Canadian cities but limited international direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Bus service is available but infrequent and limited in coverage.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Downtown is walkable but suburban areas require car.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps like Uber or Lyft.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but weather and hilly terrain limit usage.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity bus and ferry options; air travel is primary for longer distances.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; rural coverage can be spotty.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Canada has a straightforward visa process but no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
Canada has relatively high taxes; no special tax incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account requires residency or significant documentation; somewhat bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but can be time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
Canada does not offer a dedicated digital nomad visa.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in St. John's.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but less diverse than larger Canadian cities.