Articles and resources on daily life in Canada and what to expect when arriving in Canada as a newcomer.
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, [...]
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 [...]
From an interview with Bermet Nurkamilova At the age of 18, Bermet Nurkamilova followed her dream to live abroad by moving to Canada as an international student. Her first year in college was a huge adjustment as she faced culture shock and homesickness. Although tempted to return home, [...]
Starting a new career in Canada comes with many positive emotions as you face exciting challenges and fresh opportunities. But it can also raise feelings of fear and self-doubt, especially when difficulties arise. For newcomers to Canada who’re adjusting to a new work environment and team culture, it’s not [...]
From an interview with Kate Standing Kate Standing was looking for adventure and change when she decided to live abroad. Following in the footsteps of a few friends, she moved to Toronto through the International Experience Canada (IEC) with a plan to stay for two years. She describes [...]
From an interview with Himanshu Reddy Himanshu Reddy moved to Canada at the age of 33 in the summer of 2022. He arrived in Toronto with two priorities: to find a place to live and to find a job. With experience navigating the many cultures across India, he [...]
From an interview with Vishveshwar Jatain Vishveshwar Jatain, who was born and raised in India, moved to Canada with his wife, Sugandha, in January 2020. Their application and moving experience was seamless thanks to their organized and methodical approach to the process. Since Vishveshwar retained his job with his [...]
From an interview with Seemanti Ghatak When Seemanti Ghatak and her husband applied for Permanent Residency in Canada, they had established careers, their own place, and were living a comfortable life in Delhi, India. They applied more out of curiosity, unsure whether they really would move if given the [...]
After months of preparation and immigration paperwork, finally landing in Canada can feel like you’ve made it! But this is just the beginning of your new life in Canada, and some of your settling-in processes start right at the airport. If you’re landing in Vancouver, your flight will likely [...]