Articles and resources on daily life in Canada and what to expect when arriving in Canada as a newcomer.
Newcomers often dream of buying a home in Canada someday. Property purchase requires a large financial commitment and the willingness to take on the responsibilities of a homeowner. In Mortgages 101: How to finance your first home in Canada, we outlined the details of financing your first home. In [...]
Driving in Canada can be a great way to get to know a new country. After all, there’s plenty of beautiful scenery to take in, from coast-to-coast. In order to legally drive in Canada, you’ll need a driver’s licence that is authorized by your local province or territory. For [...]
As Canada’s most populous metropolitan area, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is an obvious choice for newcomers who settle in Canada. It’s not only a hub for business and finance, but the GTA is home to communities from around-the-world. In fact, Toronto and its surrounding areas are known for [...]
The holiday season is a time to spend with friends and family, enjoy winter activities, and relish good food. Winter festivals and Christmas/winter markets are a popular attraction in Canada during the holidays. Most markets open in November and run through December, providing a huge window for you and [...]
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 [...]