Canada73.13
Overall rating
Open country profileCanada vs. New Zealand: Country Comparison
New Zealand leads the overall rating with 74.30 points, ahead of Canada with 73.13 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Protected Land Area (%) and Capital Gains Tax Rate (%).
Canada
New Zealand74.30
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Tie
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Tie
Healthcare Quality
Tie
Biggest Differences
New Zealand scores clearly better than Canada on Protected Land Area (%).
New Zealand scores clearly better than Canada on Capital Gains Tax Rate (%).
Canada scores clearly better than New Zealand on Pet Entry Rules.
Canada scores clearly better than New Zealand on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
New Zealand scores clearly better than Canada on Seasonal Variation.
Canada scores clearly better than New Zealand on Fuel Price per Liter.
New Zealand scores clearly better than Canada on Public Debt (% of GDP).
Canada scores clearly better than New Zealand on Volcano Risk.
Categories Compared
Canada
80 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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New Zealand
82 points
| Topic | Canada | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 74 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 92 | 94 | New Zealand |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 60 | 52 | Canada |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 84 | 86 | New Zealand |
| Legal Protection & Property | 80 | 86 | New Zealand |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 82 | 82 | Tie |
Canada
81 points
❤️ Health
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New Zealand
80 points
| Topic | Canada | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 77 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Environmental Health | 86 | 84 | Canada |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 78 | 78 | Tie |
Canada
69 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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New Zealand
71 points
| Topic | Canada | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 48 | 67 | New Zealand |
| Investment & Capital Access | 76 | 77 | New Zealand |
| Banking & Fintech | 77 | 74 | Canada |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 67 | 60 | Canada |
| Real Estate & Property | 52 | 39 | Canada |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 70 | 71 | New Zealand |
| Macroeconomics | 71 | 77 | New Zealand |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 82 | 83 | New Zealand |
Canada
41 points
🏠 Costs
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New Zealand
39 points
| Topic | Canada | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 50 | 43 | Canada |
| Food & Basic Goods | 18 | 24 | New Zealand |
| Dining & Going Out | 36 | 35 | Canada |
| Mobility Costs | 49 | 44 | Canada |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 46 | 51 | New Zealand |
| Personal Services | 45 | 39 | Canada |
Canada
75 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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New Zealand
75 points
| Topic | Canada | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 62 | 60 | Canada |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 68 | 70 | New Zealand |
| Electricity & Energy | 90 | 93 | New Zealand |
| Internet & Connectivity | 87 | 85 | Canada |
| Public Transport | 62 | 66 | New Zealand |
Canada
65 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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New Zealand
68 points
| Topic | Canada | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 58 | 65 | New Zealand |
| Climate & Weather | 61 | 69 | New Zealand |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 55 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Leisure & Recreation | 79 | 85 | New Zealand |
| Arts & Entertainment | 72 | 67 | Canada |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 64 | 60 | Canada |
| Family-Friendly | 66 | 65 | Canada |
| Pet-Friendly | 64 | 55 | Canada |
Canada
87 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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New Zealand
87 points
| Topic | Canada | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 78 | 84 | New Zealand |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 90 | 82 | Canada |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 81 | 78 | Canada |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 89 | 91 | New Zealand |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 92 | 92 | Tie |
| Language & Integration | 87 | 92 | New Zealand |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 97 | 99 | New Zealand |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 89 | 91 | New Zealand |
Canada
80 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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New Zealand
82 points
| Topic | Canada | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 87 | 89 | New Zealand |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 89 | 90 | New Zealand |
| Attractions & Activities | 86 | 86 | Tie |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 76 | 92 | New Zealand |
| Vacation Costs | 55 | 53 | Canada |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 86 | 83 | Canada |
Canada
83 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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New Zealand
86 points
| Topic | Canada | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 88 | 91 | New Zealand |
| Education & Knowledge | 85 | 91 | New Zealand |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 70 | 73 | New Zealand |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 89 | 95 | New Zealand |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 98 | 95 | Canada |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 86 | 89 | New Zealand |
| Religion & Worldviews | 78 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Demography | 65 | 68 | New Zealand |