Does Canada have a digital nomad visa?
No — Canada does not run a dedicated digital-nomad visa. Long-term stays generally go through a work-, study- or family-based permit, and the route is a hard route for most movers for a typical non-citizen mover.
The detail that matters: No nomad/retiree visa; PR via Express Entry (points), citizenship after 3/5yr. Worldwide income taxed; combined top ~53% (federal alone 33%).
Tax for foreign residents in Canada
For a foreign earner, Canada's income is taxed heavily. The country taxes residents on worldwide income once you cross the residency threshold, with a headline top personal rate around 53%. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm your own situation with a cross-border professional before you move.
From visa to permanent residency
If you're thinking past a year or two, check whether the stay builds toward settlement: in Canada, there is no clear path from this stay to permanent residency — several of these visas are explicitly capped or non-renewable. Naturalization typically comes after roughly 3 years. Immigration rules change often, so treat these as directional and verify the current policy with official sources.
Healthcare and insurance
Healthcare access for a foreigner in Canada is reasonably accessible. A mid-tier private health plan runs roughly $150 a month — most long-stay visas require proof of cover.