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Daily Life in CanadaSep 27, 2021

Reconciliation: How newcomers to Canada can support Indigenous peoples

This is the 4th article of our 4-part series on Indigenous cultures and issues in Canada. You can also read about an introduction to Indigenous cultures in Canada, about the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada and about Residential Schools and their legacy. Written by: Leslie Anne St Amour, a [...]

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Daily Life in CanadaFamilySep 24, 2021

Finding where you belong in the world: Starting a family in Toronto

From an interview with Clem Leveau-Vallier, Head of Marketing, Arrive Clemence (Clem) Leveau-Vallier is Head of Marketing at Arrive and lives in Toronto. She was born in France but spent most of her childhood in the U.S., before returning to France as a teenager. While completing her master’s degree in [...]

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Daily Life in CanadaSep 13, 2021

Indigenous history: Residential schools and their legacy

This is the 3rd of our 4-part series on Indigenous cultures and issues in Canada. You can read about Indigenous cultures in Canada and the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada. Written by: Leslie Anne St Amour, a member of the Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation   The history of the Indigenous [...]

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Daily Life in CanadaFamilySep 10, 2021

Raising young kids in Canada: Accessing daycare and community support

From an interview with Viva Zhou. Viva Zhou is from the city of Dalian, China—known as the Hong Kong of the North. She has travelled widely. At the age of 15, she received a scholarship to study in Singapore. Viva then went to the U.S., completing a Bachelor of Arts [...]

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Daily Life in CanadaFamilySep 7, 2021

Helping your children adapt to cultural differences in the classroom

Starting school in a new country requires a lot of adjustment. Schools in Canada may have a different curriculum, teaching style, or grading format than what your children are familiar with. This might be the first time your children will be part of a diverse classroom with kids from different [...]

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CareerDaily Life in CanadaAug 27, 2021

Risks and returns: Weighing challenges and opportunities moving to Canada from China

From an interview with Josh Li. Josh Li is an associate at one of the largest asset management companies in the world, in Toronto. He grew up in China and at 18 moved to the U.K. to study. At that time, the global financial crisis struck and his family, like [...]

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COVID-19Daily Life in CanadaFamilyStudyingAug 27, 2021

Back to school during COVID-19: What to expect

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has altered our way of life. Over the last year, following public health and social distancing protocols has become the norm. However, with increased vaccination and reduced case loads, a return to normal is on the horizon. Schools in Canada are no different. With the start [...]

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Daily Life in CanadaAug 27, 2021

A newcomer’s guide to the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada

This is the 2nd part of our 4-part series on Indigenous culture and issues in Canada. You can read about Indigenous cultures in Canada and about Residential Schools and their legacy. Written by: Leslie Anne St Amour, a member of the Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation   While most newcomers to Canada [...]

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Daily Life in CanadaFamilyAug 12, 2021

Public Libraries as a Resource for Newcomers in Canada

Public libraries in Canada offer much more than just books to borrow. They are a space where community members can learn new skills to prepare for the Canadian job market, access important resources, and share a love of reading.  For newcomers to Canada, libraries are not only a rich source [...]

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Daily Life in CanadaFamilyStudyingAug 10, 2021

How to help your kids successfully transition to a Canadian school

For kids, starting a new school is often one of the most stressful parts of moving. Transitioning schools in a new country can be even more tricky. While this can be a difficult phase for kids and teens, you can help make it easier with good preparation, communication, and a [...]

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Daily Life in CanadaAug 6, 2021

A newcomer’s introduction to Indigenous cultures in Canada

This is the 1st of our 4-part series on Indigenous cultures and issues in Canada. You can read about the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada and about Residential Schools and their legacy.   Written by: Leslie Anne St Amour, a member of the Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation   Long before [...]

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CareerDaily Life in CanadaAug 6, 2021

When opportunity knocks: creating a new life in Canada

From an interview with Nilson Junior, Senior Growth Marketing Manager, RBC Ventures. Nilson Junior is Senior Growth Marketing Manager with Ownr, an RBC Venture dedicated to helping entrepreneurs in Canada start, manage, and grow their business. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Advertising and Marketing from the [...]