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InterNations - A Place for Indians in Vancouver

Namaste to all of our Indians in Vancouver! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Indian expats in Vancouver? Are you looking for advice from other Indians, e.g. which bars in Vancouver will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for bhakri?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Vancouver. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Indian expats, coming from New Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai and all regions of India.

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Andrey Vasilyev

Andrey Vasilyev

When moving to a huge city such as Vancouver, InterNations made it easy for me to find fellow expats and the network that I needed.

Amarilis Castillo

Amarilis Castillo

InterNations make networking in such a large city so much easier with their events and extensive information.

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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 Vancouver

20,395
members in Vancouver
1,517
Indian members
10
monthly events
10
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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What our Indian members had to say about life in Vancouver.

To gain a better understanding of expat life in Vancouver, we asked our Indian members for their opinions. Let’s start with the positive ones first.

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I really enjoy the scenery, air quality, and being around like-minded people. — Indian expat in Vancouver
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I particularly value the good infrastructure in Vancouver. — Indian expat in Vancouver
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I love having easy access to nature and outdoor activities in Vancouver. — Indian expat in Vancouver
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I really enjoy the great work environment in Vancouver. — Indian expat in Vancouver
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The lifestyle here in Vancouver suits me perfectly. — Indian expat in Vancouver
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Now let's see some common negative topics that our Indian members had on their minds:

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Getting a job in the field I used to work in back in my home country is ridiculously difficult. Finding a place to live is also challenging, with applications and waiting to see if you’re approved — it feels like applying for a job and waiting to get selected. — Indian expat in Vancouver
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I’m not satisfied with the lack of family support, not having many friends, and missing our culture. — Indian expat in Vancouver
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The high cost of living is a major challenge in Vancouver. — Indian expat in Vancouver
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I struggle with how different cultures are not always easily accepted. — Indian expat in Vancouver
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I dislike the social life in Vancouver. — Indian expat in Vancouver
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Why Indian 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 Indian members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Meet fellow Indians at our events in Vancouver

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

InterNations Vancouver October Event
InterNations Vancouver October Event
Come on down to Mahonys Tavern at Canada Place by the sea!
Come on down to Mahonys Tavern at Canada Place by the sea!
InterNations Vancouver: Jingle, Mingle & Make Connections!
✨ The holiday season is brighter when we celebrate together! Join InterNations Vancouver for Christmas Jingle to Mingle 2026 — an evening of festive cheer, new friendships, and wonderful company in the heart of the city. 🎄🥂🌟 📅 December 18, 2026 🕖 7:00–10:00 PM 📍 Paradox Hotel, Vancouver Come
✨ The holiday season is brighter when we celebrate together! Join InterNations Vancouver for Christmas Jingle to Mingle 2026 — an evening of festive cheer, new friendships, and wonderful company in the heart of the city. 🎄🥂🌟 📅 December 18, 2026 🕖 7:00–10:00 PM 📍 Paradox Hotel, Vancouver Come
InterNations Vancouver: Christmas Jingle to Mingle
InterNations Vancouver: Christmas Jingle to Mingle
The holiday season is brighter when we celebrate together! Join InterNations Vancouver for Christmas Jingle to Mingle 2026—an evening of festive cheer, new friendships, and wonderful company in the heart of the city. 🎄🥂🌟 📅 December 18, 2026 🕖 7:00–10:00 PM 📍 Paradox Hotel, Vancouver Come rea
The holiday season is brighter when we celebrate together! Join InterNations Vancouver for Christmas Jingle to Mingle 2026—an evening of festive cheer, new friendships, and wonderful company in the heart of the city. 🎄🥂🌟 📅 December 18, 2026 🕖 7:00–10:00 PM 📍 Paradox Hotel, Vancouver Come rea

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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!

Arts & Culture Group
Arts & Culture Group
Professional Networking Group
Professional Networking Group
Cultural Exchange Group
Cultural Exchange Group
Happy Hour Group
Happy Hour Group

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Indian Expats in Vancouver Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where Indian expats in Vancouver exchange experiences and tips to support each other. "Hollywood North" 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 Vancouver’s Indian expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Indian expats in Vancouver.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Vancouver to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Indians in Vancouver at Our Events

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

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