[AngeloAnolin]

There's certainly a lot of factors at play here, but guessing from your post and comments, I believe you are looking for a place that would cater to your skillset (Software Engineering) as well as a place where you and your family may be able to adjust (environment, weather, urban lifestyle, etc.).

The technology scene in Canada is diverse, with a lot of startups in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. A lot of Canadian companies, as I would say are what you would consider more of a corporate type environment, with very little regard for technology but more on established practices and processes.

Do note that there are places in Canada which are extremely cold during the winters (Prairie Provinces such as Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba) and adjusting to such is one big hurdle especially if you are coming from a place where the climate year round is generally good.

I would certainly advise for you to start reaching out to some companies, find out where you could offer your talent, as well as providing the avenue for your wife to earn certification and practice her profession as well. Moving to another country (Canada in this case) is a huge undertaking (even if you're coming just down under) and essentially it all boils down to which place you would be able to live comfortably and provide well for your family.

Best of luck.

[andrewshatnyy]

Cheers for the advice! I am of Russian origin and climate shouldn't be a problem for the most part. I guess it's time to reach out to recruiters over there.