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Canada is an attractive place for entrepreneurs to start or grow a business. If you’re an entrepreneur with an innovative business idea, you may be able to immigrate to Canada through the Start-up Visa (SUV) program. Although it is a competitive process, the opportunity to turn your idea into [...]
From an interview with Guy Hermann Feunou, Entrepreneur Guy Hermann Feunou was born and raised in Cameroon in west-central Africa. An entrepreneur and business owner, he decided to close his business and move to Canada for a fresh start in 2017. Five years after starting the immigration process, the 34-year-old [...]
From an interview with Margaret Adu Arrive celebrates newcomer entrepreneurs in Canada is a series, highlighting some of the winners from the RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards. Those who are featured will share stories of leaving home, becoming an entrepreneur and finally feeling you’ve arrived. First up is Margaret [...]
Most newcomers begin planning for their life in Canada much in advance of their move. This often is a combination of researching where to live, understanding local transportation options, various landing formalities to be completed, and finding a source of livelihood. While many of them have “job search” at the [...]
Money and financing are essential to start up and run any business. There are a lot of one-time costs and recurring expenses involved in running a business; having the money to take care of those will fast-track growth and profitability. In our previous article, Newcomer’s guide to starting your [...]
My name is Roxana Radulescu and I’m from Romania. I moved to Toronto with my husband and two kids in March, 2017. Back in Romania, I graduated with a degree in philology and continued with a master’s degree in knowledge and project management. During University, I worked for a human [...]
Author: Joyce Pang [This post was adapted from BDC’s series for Entrepreneurial Success in accordance with Arrive’s upcoming webinar collaboration with BDC for newcomer entrepreneurs.] Establishing goals for your business plan involves reflection into what makes your business stand out, and what you want its future to be. Every business [...]
This article was originally featured on the RBC Discover Blog Series and has been adapted for the Arrive Hub. For newcomers wanting to start a business, there can be a few unique challenges in the beginning; limited contacts in Canada, language barriers, familiarity with business practices, and access to credit [...]
My name is Gelaine Santiago and I’m a social entrepreneur, an online storyteller, and a passionate advocate for diversity and ethics in business. I was born in the Philippines and my family immigrated to Canada when I was three. I was recently named one of RBC’s Top 25 Canadian Immigrants [...]
Residents of Hong Kong have a variety of immigration options they can leverage to move to Canada. Whether you intend to move to Canada permanently or temporarily to work or study, there are likely some immigration programs you qualify for. In addition to the traditional routes, the Government [...]
Each year, thousands of foreign workers are drawn to Canada’s farming sector. As a foreign resident, getting a farming job in Canada can be a great opportunity to multiply your earnings, enjoy a good quality of life, and contribute to the growth of Canada’s agriculture industry. Although the [...]
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Nearly 50 per cent of new Canadian permanent residents qualify for immigration under the Express Entry program. The program’s high intake targets, together with the fact that the application process for Express Entry is faster and easier compared to other immigration programs, make it one of Canada’s most popular [...]
As an international student, a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) or a degree in Management, Business, or Marketing from a Canadian university can add immense value to your professional career. Whether you’re planning to work in Canada after your education or return to your home country with international credentials [...]
As an international student, getting a Canadian degree in engineering or technology can help open avenues to both professional and research fields. Canadian universities are well known for their academic excellence and focus on research, and consequently, Canada boasts of some of the world’s best institutions for engineering and [...]
Canada is an attractive destination for newcomers from all over the world, and Indians are no exception. If you’re considering a permanent move to Canada from India, there are many reasons to support your choice. However, immigrating to a new country is a big decision, and you must weigh [...]
For most international students studying in Canada, the ultimate objective of gaining a world-class education is to set themselves up for a successful career. The knowledge, skills, and work experience you acquire during your studies, and the professional network you establish will help prepare you for the Canadian job [...]
Choosing a city to settle in is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a newcomer moving to Canada. Newcomers are often attracted to major cities since they offer a good quality of life, established job markets, cultural diversity, and inclusive environments. Halifax, Nova Scotia checks all these [...]
As a newcomer, familiarizing yourself with Canadian work culture can give you an advantage from the very start of your job search. If you’re looking for your first job in Canada, employers are more likely to hire you if you demonstrate alignment with the local work culture. Once you start [...]
Northern Canada comprises three territories: Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut. Although these cover large expanses of land, each has a relatively small population compared to the other Canadian provinces. To meet their labour markets’ growing demands, these territories welcome newcomers with skills required for jobs in both traditional and emerging [...]