| Ottawa | Calgary | |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 55.23 | USD 64.44 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 119.62 | USD 209.03 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 12.89 | USD 16.11 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.52 | USD 6.44 |
| Pack of cigarettes | USD 9.21 | USD 11.05 |