Case Study: Isolated Post Amenities

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Amenities
There may not be amenities such as a gym and restaurants. Each community has a northern store where
Cost of living
The cost of living is higher than in urban centres across Canada. The cost of groceries will likely be at least double what you pay elsewhere in Canada. However, there is an Isolated Post Allowance (IPA) that helps to reduce those costs.
Traveling
Getting to and from the community is typically done via airplane.
Housing

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