Correct, never live in basement for more than 3 months. It will destroy your health. In Canada, it's cold and moisture. You will be suffering a lot in the upcoming winter,especially in AB.这边有冻土层,地下室坚决不能住。认识一个一起来的女生,刚来时身体很好,为了省钱住半地下(就是与地面持平的那种),结果3个月后大病一场,回国修养了多半年才好。