Replying to I want to move to Vancouver...

Next year. I've lived in Colorado my whole life and I want to do something different for a while. So I just have some basic questions...

How easy is it to get a work visa? Any experience? I was looking around here, http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/work.asp, but am a little confused so any advice would be appreciated.

How much would I be looking for for an apartment? I would be cool with a studio if I lived alone or whatever if I can find roommates.

Is there a specific part of the city that is good to live in? (young, good bars around, not ghetto...)

How far is the drive to whistler? Is it easy to catch a ride? Any public transportation?

How easy is it to get a job?

Thanks in advance for any help.