Articles and resources on daily life in Canada and what to expect when arriving in Canada as a newcomer.
Starting a family is an exciting time in your life. As a newcomer in Canada, it can be daunting to embark on this major life change without your family and friends nearby. However, learning what to expect through your pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood in Canada can help prepare you [...]
This article is part of our four-part series on Black History Month. Read Kern Carter's Introduction to Black History Month (don't miss out on his mom's amazing macaroni pie recipe!) Born in Ghana, PK moved to South Africa with his family at five years old, where he lived until he was 15. [...]
Moving to Canada to restart your life isn’t easy, especially if you have children. In addition to your own transition, you also need to figure out how to best prepare your kids for the new life ahead. As newcomer parents, you’ll need to help your children adapt to their new [...]
By Kern Carter, Writer and Co-Chair of the Inclusion and Diversity Council, RBC Ventures This is the first of a four-part series. Read our second article and get PK's light soup recipe here: From Ghana with love: How food brings people to the table. Every February, during Black History Month, [...]
Moving to Canada from another country is no easy task. Whether you plan to settle in Canada permanently or relocate for better career or study options, it takes a lot of time and organization to ensure a smooth transition into life in a new country. We’ve created a handy moving [...]
Preparing to move to Canada is an exciting phase in your newcomer journey, but it can also be an uncertain and stressful time. From figuring out moving details to saying goodbye to friends and family, there’s a lot to manage both logistically and emotionally. Moving away from your home country [...]
As a newcomer getting settled in Canada, it’s normal to miss your home country and culture at times. What’s so special about Canada is that it welcomes all cultures and traditions. Regardless of where you are in the country, you’ll always be able to find things that remind you of [...]
As a newcomer settling into your new life in Canada, there may be times when you miss your country and home culture. It’s totally normal. What makes Canada so special is it welcomes all cultures and traditions and, no matter where you are in the country, you’ll always be able [...]
Moving to Canada can come with a mixed bag of emotions. On one hand, the idea of starting a new life in this beautiful country can be exciting. On the other hand, it’s natural to miss some aspects of your home country. The good news is Canada is one of [...]
Moving to Canada is an exciting phase of your life, but, even as you embrace your new life here, it’s perfectly normal to miss some things from your home country. One of the qualities that sets Canada apart from other countries is its multiculturalism. As a newcomer, you’ll never have [...]
As exciting as it is to move to a new country, it’s normal to sometimes miss your country and family back home. One of the best things about living in Canada is that it is a cultural melting pot and makes it easy to stay connected to your heritage and [...]
As you start getting settled in Canada, amidst the excitement of starting a new phase of your life, there may be some times when you miss your home country and culture. One advantage of living in Canada is that it’s a cultural melting pot and you’ll always be able to [...]
