Grocery Costs:

• Canada: The average monthly grocery cost for a family of two ranges from CAD $600 to $800.
• Australia: The average monthly grocery cost for a family of two ranges from AUD $800 to $1,000. Overall, grocery costs are slightly higher in Australia compared to Canada.

Transportation:

• Canada: Monthly public transportation for a family of two typically costs CAD $150 to $250. Owning a car adds approximately CAD $500 to $800 per month for fuel, insurance, and maintenance.
• Australia: Monthly public transportation for a family of two ranges from AUD $150 to $300. Car ownership costs about AUD $600 to $900 per month for fuel, insurance, and maintenance. Transportation costs are generally similar between the two countries.

Insurance:

• Canada: Monthly health insurance for a family of two averages CAD $150 to $300, depending on coverage.
• Australia: Monthly health insurance for a family of two averages AUD $200 to $400, with generally higher costs compared to Canada.

Rent and Utilities:

• Canada: The average monthly rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in a major city is CAD $1,500 to $2,500. Utilities (electricity, water, internet) cost an additional CAD $200 to $400 per month.
• Australia: The average monthly rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in a major city is AUD $2,000 to $3,000. Utilities (electricity, water, internet) add an extra AUD $300 to $500 per month.

Other Expenses:

• Canada: Costs for childcare, education, and healthcare are generally lower compared to Australia.
• Australia: Entertainment, dining out, and travel are often cheaper compared to Canada.

Top 5 Grocery Stores:

• Canada:

  1. Loblaws
  2. Sobeys
  3. Metro
  4. Safeway
  5. Real Canadian Superstore

• Australia:

  1. Woolworths
  2. Coles
  3. Aldi
  4. IGA
  5. Costco