✈️A university student in Vancouver is flying twice a week from Calgary to save on rent.
💰The cost of roundtrip flights is only half the average rent for a one-bedroom in Vancouver.
🌆Vancouver is the most expensive city for renters in Canada, making it unaffordable for many students.
🏢Finding a place to rent in Vancouver is extremely difficult with a vacancy rate of only 9%.
📚The student plans to continue flying to university until the end of the academic year when he graduates.
Why is rent in Vancouver so expensive?
—Vancouver is known for its high cost of living and limited housing supply, which drives up rental prices.
How much does the student spend on flights each month?
—The student spends approximately $1200 per month on roundtrip flights, which is half the average rent for a one-bedroom in Vancouver.
How does flying twice a week affect the student's studies?
—The student finds that flying allows him to have dedicated study time and he has been able to focus on his studies while commuting.
Is flying to university a common practice?
—No, flying to university is not a common practice, but the student has found it to be a cost-effective solution for his housing situation.
Will the student continue flying after graduation?
—No, the student plans to fly to university only until the end of the academic year when he graduates.
00:00A university student in Vancouver is flying twice a week from Calgary to save on rent.
00:32The cost of roundtrip flights is only half the average rent for a one-bedroom in Vancouver.
01:05Vancouver is the most expensive city for renters in Canada, making it unaffordable for many students.
01:14Finding a place to rent in Vancouver is extremely difficult with a vacancy rate of only 9%.
01:33The student plans to continue flying to university until the end of the academic year when he graduates.
