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@MexicoRelocationGuide
Ай бұрын
Thanks Larissa! We’re happy to help anyone who’d like to move to México
@jimbentein6337
Ай бұрын
You’re back! Very good video. I lived in Mexico (Mazatlan and Lake Chapala) for over 20 years and moved back to Calgary five years ago, after being remarried. My wife is a lifelong Calgarian but, after snowbirding every year (with the exception of the COVID peak) I’ve converted her and we’ll be moving full time to Mazatlan (with the exception of some escapes back to Canada during the hot summers). Calgary has a homeless problem as well. Rents and housing prices aren’t as outrageous as they are in Vancouver but they’re much higher than most Canadians can afford. And the health care system is a mess. My wife has had surgery in Mexico (hernia), had COVID and other issues and she was amazed with how good and accessible the health care there is. Yes, some groceries are about the same prices, but prices for fresh fruits, vegetables and seafood are far lower than anywhere in Canada. And the weather for most of the year, of course, is far better. The lady who said drugs are available in Mexico is right but that applies mostly to marijuana. As we know, marijuana is legal in Canada. And governments there will NEVER hand out free drugs to addicts. Overall I’d say, after over 20 years in Mexico and over 50 in Canada (Alberta, B.C. and Ontario) there’s no contest. Mexico wins by a long shot.
@perrykomick9478
Ай бұрын
Jimbo..u need your head examined....Canada is horrid
@jimbentein6337
Ай бұрын
Well “horrid” is a strong word. But it certainly has many problems. Health care “system” doesn’t work, out of control immigration, crazy housing and other costs. Mexico ain’t paradise, but it beats all of that.
@HuatulcoGuy
Ай бұрын
I live in Southern Mexico, near a few beaches. I pay approx. $1,500 Canadian dollars per month to live here. That includes the following... - Renting a small but clean apartment in a good neighbourhood that is a short walk to shopping and a large beach. My apartment has a loft and a large patio and a swimming pool. - Mexican IMSS health insurance. - Electricity - Water - Cell phone service - Internet - All expenses associated with owning and operating a motor scooter (my transportation) - Groceries - Restaurant visits - Moderate alcohol consumption. I LOVE MY LIFE!!!
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@HuatulcoGuy good for you!!!
@northernlightviewer
Ай бұрын
I agree, the drug addiction and homelessness has gotten worse. But, you are walking in Whalley off 135A Street. It has been the worst street in the lower mainland for over 40 years. Around the BC Lions training facility, it has actually improved in the last 10 years. We live in Vancouver, and we have homes in Mexico City and PV, and they suffer from homelessness and poverty there as well. It's a global problem. If you are in the nicer areas closer to hotels, beaches, and tourist spots you will be experiencing the best and safest examples. When I walk at night in PV or CDMX I get offered drugs. Sad but we are living with it everywhere. We love Mexico, but it isn't perfect.
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@northernlightviewer agree, there is no perfect place but it’s so sad to see these things happened in Vancouver:((( Thank you for sharing your thoughts 😍
@Sultan88888
Ай бұрын
Plus bus fares r WAYYYYY cheaper in Mexico vs Canada. Buses also run more often in Mexico u don’t have to wait so long as in Canada. I also feel safer in PV than in the big city I live in. More crime here and laws r so lax towards criminals. They seem more intent on protecting the bad guys than they do their victims. Everything u said is verifiable. I love PV it is awesome there. Would move there if hubby would.
@AlfredodelArenal
Ай бұрын
Another great video amiga Larissa. Was looking forward to it from your last video as I wanted to hear your take on how you found Vancouver. Sad to see how is getting worst and worst….as a reminder I was also a Vancouverite for many years but during mid-Plandemic I decided to move back to Mexico City and couldn’t be happier with my decision.
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
Coming soon to Mexico City, love this city ! Thank you for watching and following my channel 😍
@dianamarchand
Ай бұрын
I agree. I live on Vancouver Island and in the city of Nanaimo - it is brutal for homeless and addiction, etc. So time for me to leave. Vancouver is way worse. No support. So sad. Just out of hand. I have travelled a lot as a single blonde woman and always felt pretty safe. People worry about other countries....Most it is worse in US and Canada.
@eyesea123
Ай бұрын
Oh honey, I really enjoyed this one. I'm so glad you love Mexico and share its blessings with others. You're looking beautiful by the way.
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@enatp6448
Ай бұрын
Agree with most of what has been shared with respect to Vancouver. We have awesome medical providers but they're strapped! In terms of high rentals, I hope Canadian snowbirds are not doing to the local people what non-residents are doing to the local people of Vancouver which is out pricing the market. Canadians need to be aware of how they're impacting local people when they decide to take up residence.
@loriboo651
Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing this Larissa, I have medical benefits through my employer however it only covers basic things. I had to get a root canal here and it cost me $4000! Canadian. I travel to Mexico my second home often and I am going to get another one done there
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@loriboo651 good idea 👍 dentist is much more affordable in mexico!
@dianamarchand
Ай бұрын
Every time I watch your videos it inspires me to keep focusing on what I desire! Thank you so much!
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@user-uf9gg6cg9m
Ай бұрын
Greetings Larissa 😊 That situation near the skytrain station was so frightening and your prompt actions were very clever. Thankfully you are safe 🙏 🫂 I’m so done with Vancouver and Canada. Thank you for your uplifting stories from Mexico, this video gave me hope of escaping. ❤️
@MexicoRelocationGuide
Ай бұрын
Excellent breakdown and good topic. Well done ❤
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@MexicoRelocationGuide thank you 🙏
@status-xk8kr
Ай бұрын
It's sad to see what politicians have done to Vancouver and what the Trudeau regime has done to Canada. We'll see what the controversial new president of Mexico is going to do who was installed in the last election?
@UKMXUSA
28 күн бұрын
Toi e on Canada or the US is 3 times more expensive all in P V is amazing We spend about 2500 bucks all in Live very well sun 365 days a year!!
@perrykomick9478
Ай бұрын
😂Canada? .....its a dump...leave asap
@HuatulcoGuy
Ай бұрын
It pains me to say this, but I agree with you. 😢🇨🇦
@mikeA2010
Ай бұрын
Great video! Being a native from Southern California, my opinion L.A. and San Diego are worse than Vancouver in regards to the drug/ homeless problem. Looking forward to seeing you back in safe and beautiful Vallarta!
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@mikeA2010 yeees looking forward to go back home!!! Thank you for your comment 😍
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
Thank you for your comment!!!
@terry-cn8ks
Ай бұрын
it's always good to see you Larissa and thank you for the video it was very informative and stay safe !
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@terry-cn8ks thank you Terry!
@vicmar4167
Ай бұрын
Doctor are abundant in mexico, I live with pain in canada since is hard to find a doctor to see you nevertheless follow up.
@boink800
Ай бұрын
Medical tourism is now a big industry in Mexico.
@valm.5243
Ай бұрын
Great video, Larissa! I want to get out of Toronto so badly. I'm not retirement age yet but I'm trying to find a way to work remotely. I'm giving myself 2 years for the move to Mexico. Your videos are so helpful!
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
You can do it! Start with applying for Mexican residency now , it’s a long process to complete it ! Thank you for watching 😍
@MikeS-sc5qv
Ай бұрын
Great info!! Thanks Larissa
@allistairtrent
Ай бұрын
Great video. Same over here in Playa del Carmen. I maintain a home on the Toronto waterfront and spend the summer there but I tell my freinds it is like doing "hard time" in Canada. Canada has just gone downhill so fast and it is so much better living in Mexico for all the reasons you describe. In addition the people in Mexico are so happy and freindly compared to Toronto where everyone seems to be hostile and angry all the time as they rush around so they can work, work and work so that they can pay, pay and pay. I hope my home country can get out of this slide into desperation but have little confidence it will. Hora de decir adios Canada. Regresso en Playa Del Carmen para invierno😁
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
Ahh yes, people in Vancouver didn’t look happy at all!!! We are happy in mexico 🇲🇽 viva mexico 🇲🇽
@anzhelikapakhomova6454
Ай бұрын
You look fantastic!
@TracieP
Ай бұрын
This is our first time seeing your video. Love your content. Will subscribe and watch many more. Thank you 😊
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
Awww thank you very much for your kind words!!! You made my day😍
@Stevencarl9999
Ай бұрын
Great information. Thank you !
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
Your very welcome, thanks for watching 😍
@jovicrazed
9 күн бұрын
Cost of living doesn't start until about 13 minutes in. Everything before that doesn't have anything to do with the cost of living. You're stating prices in USD in this video but the title is comparing Mexico to Canada so how is that helpful? I do think that $1100 USD rent is high.
@loriboo651
Ай бұрын
Im in Ontario it is so unfortunate 😢
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
The country is broken 😞
@ElenaNevza
Ай бұрын
Great video Larissa! 👍thank you!
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@lisaarias-bess8720
Ай бұрын
Great video thanks
@liudmilamasalkina710
Ай бұрын
It was great to see you in Vancouver my friend 😊. Will see you in PV . ❤
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
See you in the winter mi amiga 😮
@rohankandamby9857
Ай бұрын
Thank you for the nice viedio Larisa.
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@rohankandamby9857 you are very welcome, thanks for watching
@willeasy4667
Ай бұрын
Hello Larisa! Good to see you. Vladimir
@OfftoMexico11
Ай бұрын
Vancouver has fallen. I live 40 minutes outside of Vancouver and refuse to go downtown anymore...it's disgusting! The homeless area used to be a couple of blocks however now it is everywhere over the entire city. Drug addicts, needles, garbage, crime everywhere...all part of Trudeau's plan to destryt a once great nation!
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
Totally agree with you!!! I am glad i don’t live there anymore! Thanks for your comment 😍
@vicmar4167
Ай бұрын
What permits do you hold to live in mexico? Are you required to pay taxes on mexico if you live there more than 6 month?
@boink800
Ай бұрын
You can apply for the "Retirement Visa". There are some requirements. You will not be required to pay any taxes on your Canadian income in Mexico.
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
I have permanent residency. If you don’t work and don’t run any business you don’t pay taxes in mexico.
@Veronica-tk9rl
Ай бұрын
what do you do for your skin, retinol? sunscreen? facelift? you look amazing and so glowy
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@Veronica-tk9rl thank you for your complement, I am all natural, but I am using my own handmade face cream of 5 ingredients, it hydrates my skin very well, and I eat clean , and exercise.
@paulostrovsky2141
Ай бұрын
Hello Larissa, I been living in Mexico for many years and agree with you on many things,when I moved to Riviera Maya it was about 65% cheaper to live then Calgary AB Canada, after visiting last summer I found how expansive,unsafe, rude Canada has become. With that said I have watched my Mexican life changing as well, with increase of people moving here driving up prices😳 there are fewer things unlike before making Mexico not as affordable, still cheaper, safer, friendlier then Canada in some cases. 🥰🇲🇽💪🏼
@katemitchell665
Ай бұрын
Hi Larissa. I’m in Vancouver right now too. I have a one bed one bath 450 sf apartment close to Commercial Drive. I am moving to Puerto Vallarta in October and already have secured a 2 bed 2 bath 1100 sf condo (250 sf of it is a wrap around balcony) pool and gym included and is only a 20-25 min walk to the malecon for approx the same price as my place in Vancouver. In other words WAY MORE bang for my buck.
@rc5016
Ай бұрын
Amazing!
@erikamarshall6009
Ай бұрын
Where do you see a doctor for only 50 pesos?!!!! I live in Mezcales and have never found that. 😮
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@erikamarshall6009 valle dorado behind Chadraui
@gmg6200
Ай бұрын
It’s so good that you are safe. That situation where you were followed sounded pretty scary. Lucky for you, you were smart and kept yourself safe!
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@gmg6200 Thank you
@rossfairweather5695
Ай бұрын
The homeless are only part of the problem. The East Indian gangs are a huge problem. Then the Indo population is taking over the lower mainland and changing the landscape with total disregard to Canadian culture. I feel safer at my home in Nuevo than I do in Surrey. Run back to Mexico as fast as you can. Hopefully we can meet up on the beach in December.
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@rossfairweather5695 Yes, I am home now in mexico 🇲🇽!!! Happy to be back!! Thanks for watching!!!
@eliwhitney852
Ай бұрын
@20:10. I’m perplexed… you previously lived in metro Vancouver and presumably took transit yet this time you needed your friends to tell you that the bus stops _at the bus stop_ and not just elsewhere? What am I missing?
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@eliwhitney852 when I lived in Vancouver I drove my car and didn’t take transit. And as I mentioned in the video, in Mexico you don’t need to be on the bus stop to catch the bus.
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
@@eliwhitney852 you are missing my point , I was at the bus stop but not standing still , just walking around and I was waving at the bus driver and he totally ignored me . It was rude :((((
@recettesnaturedegina3863
Ай бұрын
Very intresting 😁
@timsretirementjourney8323
Ай бұрын
You pretty much nailed it. My wife and I left Vancouver for retirement in a nice city in the Philippines in October 2022 and just 3 months ago decided to take a 6 month visit back in Canada. We have been staying in Surrey, but often visiting Vancouver because my wife's son lives there. Personally 6 months back in Canada is way too much because after the first couple of months I'm longing for our condo back in the Philippines. Homelessness and drug addiction in the Philippines is nothing compared to here, and the health care available is cheap (and in our city anyhow, very good) and almost immediate. It's gone right down the toilet here in Canada.
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
Agree with you!! I am happy you fount your happy place to live in!!!
@samjoe6743
Ай бұрын
Mexico or Brazil ?
@boink800
Ай бұрын
Or ... many, many other countries in Latin America.
@maryjoan4128
Ай бұрын
BUT....if we all go to Mexico..maybe they will have canada's problems.from us ?.i love mexico.... 💕i just dont want..the mexican people to lose their standards..either.... it's a global issue....but sadly Canada is very broken
@LarissaSokla
Ай бұрын
I am just showing my way out :) There are many other countries to choose from ! Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts 😍
@justme584
25 күн бұрын
I used to enjoy your videos, but it seems like now you are trying to compare one of the biggest cities in Canada to a small tourist town in mexico..From your videos I can see the majority of your filming isn't even in Vancouver but rather the Surrey area and cherry picked areas that are know to be not the best areas..Vancouver is beautiful city and yes it does have some big city problems, but this isn't an accurate representation of the city as a whole...too bad.
@LarissaSokla
21 күн бұрын
Vancouver is not a Big city compared to NY or Moscow, and yes, it’s beautiful, but in my video I shred my thoughts about bad changes I see after being away for 3,5 years. Vancouver is way overpriced and majority of people are agree with me !
@jomo4435
Ай бұрын
Haha lived in mexico 12 years ....the poverty is just as real in mexico.. Those beaches are being eaten up by Groupos and North american investors ....the laugh could be on you moving there using these rediculous comparisons
@brendamurphy4805
Ай бұрын
Her comparisons are very real and accurate. Don’t know where you live but you certainly don’t sound very happy.
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