10 Months in El Salvador: The Real Reason We’ll Never Go Back to Canada
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Why would anyone move their whole family to El Salvador?!

That's the question we get all the time—especially from Salvadorans. After living here for 10 months, I’m finally sharing the raw, real, and eye-opening truth about why we left Canada behind... and why El Salvador is now our Plan A.

From cultural surprises and car trouble drama, to the shocking safety differences and the rising cost of living in Canada—we cover it all. I’m walking you through our month’s expenses, the challenge of navigating daily life, and why this country, once labeled "the most dangerous in the world," is where we now feel the most free.

▶️ In this video:

What life in El Salvador is really like

Our honest experience with mechanics, shopping, & driving

Monthly living costs for a family of 5

Safety, crime, and the truth behind El Salvador’s transformation

Language learning & local integration

Why we left Canada—and why we’re not looking back


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00:00Introduction

01:21The People and the Culture

16:22The Cost of Living

21:12The Food

23:59Safety and Security

26:31Adjusting the the Language

27:09Infrastructure and Utilities

33:33Reflecting on the Journey

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