My family and I are considering moving from Canada to the Netherlands within the next 12 months and would appreciate advice and experiences from Canadians or expats who have made the move with children.

I am a skilled-trades worker in the high-voltage utility and rail sector. I understand there are shortages across the EU in this sector (in Canada as well) Is it realistic for non-EU workers to fill these kinds of positions?

How does quality of life compare with Canada, particularly for work/life balance, raising children, schools, healthcare, taxes, and savings? For those who moved, was the drop in savings or disposable income worth the lifestyle change? Would you do it again, and what do you wish you had known beforehand?