From an interview with PK Gyamfi-Aidoo, Product Designer, Movesnap, RBC Ventures. PK is a strategic product designer with Movesnap at RBC Ventures, along with being a designer and photographer. Born in Ghana, PK moved to South Africa with his family when he was five years old, where he lived [...]
Once described as “Manhattan with mountains,” Vancouver, located in British Columbia, is a popular choice for newcomers to Canada. With some of the mildest weather in Canada, postcard-perfect views, and vibrant downtown core, it’s no wonder. Here is what you need to know if you’re planning to settle in Vancouver. [...]
From an interview with Alexandria Onyedika, Assistant Branch Manager Advisor, RBC Meeting Place, Edmonton. Alexandria always wanted to be a banker. In Nigeria, she studied accountancy and, after university, landed her first job in banking. In 2011, Alexandria’s husband came to Canada to study, and a year later, she [...]
Moving to Edmonton may not seem like the most obvious choice for newcomers starting a new life in Canada. However, there are many reasons why this city should be on your radar. Not only does Edmonton have the largest urban greenbelt in North America, but it’s also known as the [...]
Ottawa is Canada’s national capital and has some of the country’s best attractions, green spaces, nature getaways right on its doorstep. Here is what you need to know about living in Ottawa and some of the best neighbourhoods to explore. Ottawa The city was originally named Bytown and founded in [...]
As the centre of Canada’s oil and gas industry, Calgary, Alberta is a draw for newcomers from around-the-world. With its quality of life and warm community feel, this city has a lot to offer individuals and families looking to settle in Canada. Here is what you need to know about [...]
Wrapping up your life in your home country and moving several thousand miles away to a new city requires preparation and planning. While you plan your travel and stay and decide on the best and most cost-effective way to move your belongings between countries, organizing all essential documents and bringing [...]
The cosmopolitan city of Montreal, Quebec, was established in 1642 on an island in the Saint Lawrence River. It is the second-most populous city in Canada and home to world-class cultural events and restaurants. If you’re planning to settle in Montreal, here is what you need to know. Montreal Named [...]
There are many formalities that you are required to complete when you’re moving to Canada as a permanent resident (PR). There are documents to prepare and organize, financial matters to be addressed, belongings to be shipped, and much more. One of the important tasks is to have the forms BSF186 [...]
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 their [...]
As Canada’s largest city, Toronto, Ontario, is a popular choice for newcomers to Canada. And there’s plenty of reasons to settle here. It’s home to world-class restaurants, bars, and cultural events and is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Toronto is a patchwork of neighbourhoods, and it [...]
From an interview with Carla Salazar. Carla and her husband lived in Lima, Peru. Carla was born and raised there; her husband is Canadian. After living there for seventeen years, he wanted to return to Canada, and Carla thought it would be for a year, maybe two at most. [...]