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 [...]
Moving to a new country is never easy, and often, such a move has both pros and cons. Whether you’re just considering the option of moving to Canada or are days away from arriving here, there are likely more than a few things about Canada that you find appealing. [...]
From an interview with Harshit Rawal When Harshit decided to move to Canada to build a career in banking, he wanted to properly prepare. Quitting his job a few months before the move enabled him to reach out to other newcomers attending the same college program, arrange accommodation, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
When moving to Canada, being able to communicate in the languages that are commonly spoken in your new country is essential. Canada has two official languages—English and French. English is widely spoken in most parts of the country, except Quebec, where French is the primary language, and parts of New [...]
As a newcomer, an important part of settling into your new life in Canada is creating a sense of comfort and familiarity in your home and surroundings—whether through furnishings, cuisine, clothing, or household goods. That said, newcomers often have tight budgets during their initial months. Knowing which stores you [...]
You may have plans to buy your own home in Canada after initially renting accommodation for a few years. Although homeownership is the ultimate goal for many newcomers, the ever-increasing cost of purchasing property in Canada has made many of the country’s newer residents defer their dream of buying [...]