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InterNations - A Place for Canadians in São Paulo

Hello to all of our Canadians in São Paulo! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Canadian expats in São Paulo? Are you looking for advice from other Canadians, e.g. which bars in São Paulo 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 São Paulo. 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.

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Francois Bertrand

Francois Bertrand

What a thrilling city São Paulo is. With a great international expat community that keeps in touch on InterNations.

Elin Gustavson

Elin Gustavson

As I already met several expat women on InterNations online, it was great to meet offline and get to know each other in real life.

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An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Why you'll love InterNations in Sao Paulo

33,545
members in Sao Paulo
5+
Canadian members
37
monthly events
2,262
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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What our Canadian members had to say about living in São Paulo

Here you can find both positive and negative quotes from Canadians about their expat life in the São Paulo. We have collected them from our yearly Expat Insider survey, where our members share their thoughts about the cities and countries they live in.

Let's begin with the positives.

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I really enjoy the food and the huge craft beer scene. Living close to both the beach and the mountains also provides a great balance with nature. — Canadian expat in São Paulo
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I’ve made so many wonderful friends since moving to São Paulo. — Canadian expat in São Paulo
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Living in São Paulo means having access to fresh produce year-round. — Canadian expat in São Paulo
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I really enjoy the friendliness of the people, how easy it is to find everything I need, and the incredible travel opportunities. — Canadian expat in São Paulo
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The sunny weather is one of my favorite things about living here. — Canadian expat in São Paulo
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Now let's see some common negative topics that our Canadian members had on their minds:

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Although I find Brazilians very polite, welcoming, and friendly, it can be difficult to become part of their social circles, and relationships with locals often remain at the acquaintance level. I also find the traffic and air quality in São Paulo challenging. — Canadian expat in São Paulo
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I’m not satisfied with the chaos, lack of order, corruption, and lack of consideration for others and the environment. — Canadian expat in São Paulo
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I’m not satisfied with the politics, although I’ve learned to live with the challenges over time. — Canadian expat in São Paulo
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My commute is exhausting and time-consuming. — Canadian expat in São Paulo
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I’m not satisfied with the political situation. — Canadian expat in São Paulo
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Why Canadian expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Canadian members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

Canadians abroad

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Meet fellow Canadians at our events in São Paulo

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

InterNations SP 🏳️‍🌈 Villain’s Ball Halloween Drag Show 🖤 🎃
🎃 Halloween Villains Ball at The Core Get ready for a glamorous, spooky and delightfully wicked Halloween night in São Paulo! 🖤 This Halloween, we’re heading to The Core for a night of drag, live performances, costumes, villains and a wonderfully LGBTQIA+ atmosphere. Expect a diverse, welcoming
🎃 Halloween Villains Ball at The Core Get ready for a glamorous, spooky and delightfully wicked Halloween night in São Paulo! 🖤 This Halloween, we’re heading to The Core for a night of drag, live performances, costumes, villains and a wonderfully LGBTQIA+ atmosphere. Expect a diverse, welcoming
InterNations SP Halloween 80's Trash: Witchcraft — Night Out
Join us for a magical Halloween night at the iconic Trash 80’s party! This year’s theme is Witchcraft: expect witches, potions, strange creatures, spellbinding décor, themed drinks, performances, and lots of dancing. Suggested costume theme: Witchcraft — witches, warlocks, magical creatures, dark e
Join us for a magical Halloween night at the iconic Trash 80’s party! This year’s theme is Witchcraft: expect witches, potions, strange creatures, spellbinding décor, themed drinks, performances, and lots of dancing. Suggested costume theme: Witchcraft — witches, warlocks, magical creatures, dark e
InterNations SP - Brazilian Vibes & Live Music at Boa Praça
Brazilian Night at Boa Praça Join us for a relaxed evening at Boa Praça, a beautifully decorated Brazilian bar just a short walk from Avenida Paulista. Expect a lively atmosphere, great Brazilian food and drinks, and live music — the perfect setting to meet other InterNations members and enjoy a g
Brazilian Night at Boa Praça Join us for a relaxed evening at Boa Praça, a beautifully decorated Brazilian bar just a short walk from Avenida Paulista. Expect a lively atmosphere, great Brazilian food and drinks, and live music — the perfect setting to meet other InterNations members and enjoy a g
InterNations São Paulo – End of Year Celebration Party 🎉
Let’s celebrate the end of another amazing year together! Join us for a relaxed and festive evening as we look back on the friendships, experiences and memorable moments that made this year special in our InterNations community. Whether you've attended many events or just a few, this is the perfec
Let’s celebrate the end of another amazing year together! Join us for a relaxed and festive evening as we look back on the friendships, experiences and memorable moments that made this year special in our InterNations community. Whether you've attended many events or just a few, this is the perfec

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

French Language and Culture Group
French Language and Culture Group
After Work Group
After Work Group
Veggie Cuisine Group
Veggie Cuisine Group
Breakfast Fans Group
Breakfast Fans Group

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Canadian Expats in São Paulo Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where Canadian expats in São Paulo exchange experiences and tips to support each other. "Sampa", as local residents just say, 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 São Paulo’s Canadian expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Canadian expats in São Paulo.
  • Use the Expat Guide for São Paulo to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Canadians in São Paulo at Our Events

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

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