The field of digital marketing is one of the most promising for newcomers in Canada today, as it requires a unique combination of creativity and analytics. This makes room for all kinds of specialists, from developers and programmers to social media managers and copywriters. With the increasing popularity of the [...]
As a newcomer in Canada, your financial security is of prime importance. However, fraudsters and scammers recognize that newcomers can be easy targets, as they don’t necessarily have the information needed to protect themselves against fraud. Being in a new country, you may not be aware of the ways in [...]
The reasons why newcomers choose to settle in Canada are as varied as the country itself. While many people are attracted to Canada’s quality of life, employment opportunities, and outdoor lifestyle, there’s still the decision of which province or territory to move to. The Atlantic province of Nova Scotia has [...]
Located in the heart of the Canadian prairies, the province of Saskatchewan is known for its scenic provincial parks, recreational opportunities, and quality of life. Newcomers make up 10 per cent of the population in Saskatchewan, including immigrants from the Philippines, China, India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. One appeal of Saskatchewan [...]
For many newcomers, ensuring financial security in the present can take priority over longer-term financial goals like retirement planning. However, regardless of whether you currently have resources to set aside for retirement, it’s important that you start planning sooner rather than later. There is no minimum age to start planning [...]
This is the 4th article of our 4-part series on Indigenous cultures and issues in Canada. You can also read about an introduction to Indigenous cultures in Canada, about the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada and about Residential Schools and their legacy. Written by: Leslie Anne St Amour, a [...]
Last updated: March 28, 2022 Ongoing travel restrictions due to COVID-19 and flight suspensions from India to Canada forced many newcomers to put their plans of moving to Canada or visiting family on hold. With the India-Canada flight ban finally being lifted, here’s all the information you need to plan [...]
From an interview with Clem Leveau-Vallier, Head of Marketing, Arrive Clemence (Clem) Leveau-Vallier is Head of Marketing at Arrive and lives in Toronto. She was born in France but spent most of her childhood in the U.S., before returning to France as a teenager. While completing her master’s degree in [...]
Many newcomers move to Canada with aspirations of not just securing their own financial future but also being able to financially support their family back home. However, during your first few years of settling down in Canada, it can be hard to balance your personal savings goals with sending money [...]
Having a good credit history and credit score is fundamental for your long-term financial success in Canada. Your credit score is an indicator of your creditworthiness and you’ll need a good credit score to qualify for loans, mortgages, and even apartment rentals. As a newcomer [...]
Last updated: 17 January 2022 Every year, Canada welcomes newcomers looking to work, settle down, and contribute to the community. Alberta, the fourth-largest province in Canada, is a popular choice for newcomers. It is home to Canada’s oil, mining, and natural gas industries. In addition, the province also has [...]
This is the 3rd of our 4-part series on Indigenous cultures and issues in Canada. You can read about Indigenous cultures in Canada and the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada. Written by: Leslie Anne St Amour, a member of the Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation The history of the Indigenous [...]