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Serhat Ahmed

Serhat Ahmed

"With all of the information that InterNations provided on Wellington, it made my move from Turkey easier than I could have imagined."
Melanie Rasbery

Melanie Rasbery

"Since I knew about the active expat network in New Zealand, InterNations made moving to Wellington more exciting than it had seemed before."

InterNations - A Place for Canadians in Christchurch

Hello to all of our Canadians in Christchurch! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Canadian expats in Christchurch? Are you looking for advice from other Canadians, e.g. which bars in Christchurch will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for maple pancakes?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Christchurch. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Canadian expats, coming from Ottawa, Vancouver, Montreal and all regions of Canada.

Meet fellow Canadians at our events in Christchurch

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Canadians in Christchurch.

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Find More Information in Our Christchurch Expat Guides

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    Moving to Christchurch

    Christchurch, the so-called Garden City, has more than one reason to attract expats. With its livable atmosphere, creative vibe and amazing position between the ocean and the countryside, the city can offer many advantages to expats who are planning a move to Christchurch.
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    Living in Christchurch

    Christchurch is the second largest city in New Zealand, but if offers a genuine, original English vibe. Moreover, the city offers many natural spots and outdoor activities, as well as a creative and lively feeling and a community spirit unbroken by the disastrous earthquake of 2011.
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    Working in Christchurch

    Christchurch is acquiring more and more importance in the technological field, which is developing beside the traditional leading sectors and is furtherly enlarging the array of job opportunities. Find out more about the local economy, as well as work permits and income taxation in this article.

Canadian Expats in Christchurch Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where Canadian expats in Christchurch exchange experiences and tips to support each other. Ōtautahi, as it is known to the Maori, can be a great place for expats - our community helps you make the most of your experience!

  • Browse our Members Network to get to know Christchurch’s Canadian expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Canadian expats in Christchurch.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Christchurch to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Canadians in Christchurch at Our Events

Our community in Christchurch is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Christchurch’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other Canadian expats to explore the South Island. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from Canada in your local community as well as Canadians in New Zealand nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Canadians living in Christchurch!

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Serhat Ahmed

Serhat Ahmed

"With all of the information that InterNations provided on Wellington, it made my move from Turkey easier than I could have imagined."
Melanie Rasbery

Melanie Rasbery

"Since I knew about the active expat network in New Zealand, InterNations made moving to Wellington more exciting than it had seemed before."

Our Global Partners

Canadians expats in New Zealand

Canadian Expats
in Wellington
Canadian Expats
in Auckland
Canadian Expats
in Polynesia

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