10 Months in El Salvador: The Real Reason We’ll Never Go Back to Canada

### 10 Months in El Salvador | Why We Left Canada & Why We’ll Never Go Back | Charity Hagenaars

Why would anyone move their whole family to El Salvador, leaving behind Canada? In this video, I’m sharing the real truth after living here for 10 months. From cultural surprises and daily challenges to safety differences and the rising cost of living in Canada, I’ll explain why we chose El Salvador as our Plan A, and why we’re never looking back. We’ll cover everything from car troubles and living costs for a family of 5, to the evolving safety situation in El Salvador, and the process of cultural integration. If you’re considering a move, curious about expat life, or just love learning about different cultures, this video offers an honest, firsthand look at life in El Salvador.

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### Key Takeaways & Actionable Tips:

* **🏡 Living Costs in El Salvador**: Get insights on what it costs to live as a family of 5 in El Salvador, from food to utilities.
* **🚗 Car Trouble & Mechanics**: Our experiences with local mechanics, and why it’s different from Canada.
* **💰 The Rising Cost of Living in Canada**: Understand how the cost of living in Canada pushed us to seek a more affordable life in El Salvador.
* **🔒 Safety & Crime in El Salvador**: Debunking myths and sharing how El Salvador has transformed into a safer, welcoming place for expats.
* **🌎 Language Learning & Local Integration**: Tips for learning Spanish and integrating into the community, even as a newcomer.
* **💡 Why We Won’t Go Back**: Hear about our decision to leave Canada and why El Salvador feels like home now.

If you’re thinking about living in El Salvador or exploring life abroad, share your thoughts in the comments below. Let me know if you’ve had similar experiences or challenges. 💬 Don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to stay updated with our expat journey. 🔔 For more updates on our life in El Salvador, make sure to subscribe here: [https://www.youtube.com/@HagenaarsFamily/featured?sub_confirmation=1].

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🗓 **When**: Mondays, 7:00 – 9:00 PM (America/El\_Salvador Time)
📍 **Google Meet Link**: (https://meet.google.com/phr-fiam-pzw)

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### About Charity Hagenaars:

Welcome to Hagenaars Family! We're a Canadian family of five, sharing our experiences of living in El Salvador. From the ups and downs of expat life to the lessons we’ve learned along the way, we’re documenting our journey abroad to inspire others considering a similar adventure.

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### 🌎 Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction
01:21 – The People and the Culture
16:22 – The Cost of Living
21:12 – The Food
23:59 – Safety and Security
26:31 – Adjusting to the Language
27:09 – Infrastructure and Utilities
33:33 – Reflecting on the Journey

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