Also look at the different provinces, as BC may have different rules than Alberta for example.
Well you could always be stalked by a cougar here, or attacked by a bear. But less chance of that, than stepping in a bug that will kill you in Oz
If you want to come to Canada check out the Canadian Experience, they allow X number of people in each year to work, you can then get the visa extended or converted to permanent residency fairly easily if you want to stay. The scheme opens in January and can only take a couple of months for the paperwork to be done.
If you are skilled in a trade on the NOC list . . . then you will be welcomed with open arms
Happy to help if you have any questions