| Sydney, Nova Scotia | Edmonton | |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.76 | USD 2.46 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 46.03 | USD 10.75 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 18.41 | USD 40.20 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 50.63 | USD 81.93 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 138.08 | USD 174.74 |