Each fall, going back to school is both an exciting and stressful time for children. As a newcomer, it can be overwhelming to navigate a new school system at the best of times, let alone during amidst the ongoing certainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, with the situation improving, most [...]
Summer in Canada brings an array of fun activities for newcomer children to experience during their well-deserved break from school. From summer camps to picnics at the park, playing sports to visiting attractions, with a little planning, you can ensure your children enjoy summer days packed with fun, friends and [...]
For many newcomer parents, the primary motivation behind moving to Canada is to ensure greater opportunities and a better life for their children. Children who are born in Canada or raised here from an early age find it easy to embrace Canadian culture and adapt to their new life. However, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Moving to a new country like Canada is an exciting prospect. And there are many important areas you’ll focus on when settling into a new country. Finding employment, housing, health coverage and building your finances can take precedence. But once you’re settled in Canada, it’s also important to protect yourself [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]