How did the wealthy survive in upper canada during the 1800s?

I have this huge progect and i recieved a role. Im an edcated retired judge, and im very wealthy. I move to upper canada during 1815-1838. How do i survive? i know how villagers survive-they grow crops and create potash. how do the wealthy survive? do i buy everything in the store or also grow crops? how do i make my home?