From interviews with Samantha Sunio and Justin Balan Samantha and Justin came to Canada from the Philippines in the spring of 2018: Justin, as an international student, studying business management, Samantha, as a healthcare professional. Samantha had four years of nursing experience back home and was looking to improve [...]
Many international students choose to work throughout their post-secondary degree to help cover some of their expenses and gain Canadian experience. This can be accomplished through part-time work while you study, or through entering a co-op or internship program at your university, provided your study permit allows it. In [...]
International students come to Canada for its high quality of education, diverse and accepting culture, access to beautiful nature areas, and so much more. In 2021, Canada welcomed more than 450,000 international students. For many, studying in Canada is also an ideal first step to becoming a permanent resident. Whether [...]
From an interview with Rehan Vasi Born in Bombay, India and raised in Dubai, Rehan Vasi came to Canada as an international student in September 2014. He attended Brock University, where he studied business communication and digital culture with a major in marketing management. As a rule, Rehan takes [...]
Managing finances, budgeting, and paying school fees are important tasks in every student’s life. As an international student in Canada, one of the things to get you started with your finances is opening a bank account. In this article, we will guide you through the process of opening an account [...]
One of the best ways to learn about Canadian culture is by reading these classic Canadian books. In this article, we have compiled brief lists of books for adults, teens, and children that can help you learn about the diverse culture and history of Canada. The benefit of reading these [...]
Listening to podcasts is a great way to get to know aspects of Canadian culture as a newcomer, as there are so many different topics to choose from. Whether you’re into history, sports, music, or you like to keep up with current events; there are many Canadian podcasts available to [...]
Last updated: November 30, 2022 Note Effective October 2022, the Government of Canada has removed all COVID-19 related travel restrictions, including vaccination and testing requirements, quarantine, the mandatory use of ArriveCAN, and masking in public places. However, as the pandemic evolves, travel restrictions may continue to be [...]
Film production in Canada is a growing industry as our big cities, beautiful landscapes, and cheaper production costs attract many Hollywood TV and film producers northward. In fact, the Canadian cities of Toronto and Vancouver have both been nicknamed “Hollywood North.” These classic and modern films are set in Canada, [...]
If you are thinking about moving to Canada, or you have already started planning your journey, you are probably curious about Canadian culture. You may be familiar with a few Canadian stereotypes, such as “All Canadians are polite,” or “Everyone in Canada plays hockey.” While there’s certainly some truth to [...]
From interviews with Guillermo and Diego De la Rosa. Guillermo and Diego De la Rosa came to Canada in 2011 from Caracas, Venezuela, to study in Toronto: Diego would pursue a degree in drawing and painting at OCAD University, and Guillermo would study film at York University. Back home, [...]
The Canadian city of Winnipeg, located in the province of Manitoba, attracts many newcomers due to its diversity and lower cost of living compared to other major Canadian cities. Upon moving to Winnipeg, all newcomers must figure out how to get around in their new city, especially if they don’t [...]