FinanceJun 14, 2023

How credit cards work in Canada: FAQs for newcomers

As a newcomer, integrating into your new financial environment in Canada will be crucial for your long-term success. Often, this means learning about new financial products, how to use them, and incorporating certain best practices into the way you manage money. Canada is a credit-based economy, and people [...]

StudyingJun 7, 2023

Pre-arrival checklist for international students: Studying in Canada

Moving to Canada as an international student can be both exciting and overwhelming. This may be the first time you’ll be living abroad, all on your own. And with that freedom comes a great deal of responsibility. From submitting your study permit application to figuring out student housing [...]

CareerImmigrationMay 24, 2023

How to immigrate to Canada as an engineer

As Canada’s economy grows, the demand for engineers across various fields has increased. Engineers in Canada are well-respected for their knowledge and the role they play in shaping the future of infrastructure, information and communication technology, environmental sustainability, manufacturing, and more. Whether you recently qualified as an engineer abroad [...]

CareerMay 17, 2023

How to find agriculture jobs in Canada as a newcomer

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 [...]

ImmigrationMay 10, 2023

How to apply for a Working Holiday Visa for Canada

Canada is a popular travel destination for foreign residents who want to experience the country’s natural beauty and friendly culture. If you’re a young person looking for an adventure abroad, a Working Holiday Visa is an excellent way to explore Canada’s diverse landscape and multiculturalism, while also earning [...]

CareerMay 4, 2023

Most in-demand jobs in Quebec for newcomers

As the only primarily French-speaking province in Canada, Quebec is culturally distinct from other provinces and territories. For many Francophone newcomers, settling in Quebec is an obvious choice and the province welcomes between 30,000 and 50,000 newcomers each year. The provincial government invites newcomers with the skills and experience [...]

ImmigrationMay 3, 2023

How to show proof of funds for Express Entry: Immigrating to Canada

If you’re planning to apply for permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry, you must meet several eligibility requirements to qualify. In addition to demonstrating foreign work experience and proficiency in English or French, you may also need to prove that you have enough money to settle in Canada.  Newcomers [...]

ImmigrationMay 3, 2023

Immigrating to Canada under the Caregiver Program

Canada faces a significant shortage of caregivers and the government is making active efforts to encourage foreign residents with the skills and experience necessary for caregiving jobs to move to Canada permanently. Caregiving is a noble profession and there’s no shortage of available opportunities in child care, senior [...]

Starting a new life and making Canada home

From an interview with Zhenya Fedorenko Zhenya left Ukraine in March 2022, shortly after the war began, with a plan to move to Canada with her two young daughters. They were among the first Ukrainians to arrive in Canada through the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) program. Because [...]

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