We moved out here almost 2 years ago and drove out when we came. It was a great drive but very long. I would say stick to Canada and see our great country. We are originally from Cape Breton but were living in Fredericton, NB at the time when we moved out. From Fredericton we went through to Ottawa the first day. Believe it was about 12 hrs or so. Not sure what highway we took but we went from Ottawa to Wawa, then Wawa to Kenora, then Kenora to Regina, Regina to Calgary. Each day was close to 12 hrs of driving. In NS, I would definately check out the Cabot Trail, Fortress of Louisbourg, Peggy's Cove, and Halifax. In NB, Fredericton is a great little city, as well, St Andrews by the Sea (1.25 hrs from Fredericton) is a must see. If you have the time do some whale watching from St Andrews and have a meal at the Market Square Grill. (
http://www.townofstandrews.ca/). I'm not sure which company we went out on for the whale watching but it was definately worth the money ($50/person for about 4 hrs). It was a large metal boat. I wouldn't bother stopping in Saint John or Moncton. If you have any other questions let me know.