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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…
Moving to a new country is an exciting experience, but it’s also very normal to miss your home country. One of the best things about moving to Canada is that it’s a melting…
Moving to Canada is an exciting phase in the lives of newcomers, but as you settle into your new home, it’s natural to crave some of the things you love most from your…
As a newcomer to Canada, it’s natural to occasionally miss your home country and crave things that remind you of home. One of the advantages of being in a country as diverse as…
As you start your journey as an international student in Canada, it may take a while to understand how Canadian organizations and government agencies work and contact residents. Scammers and fraudsters often target…
From an interview with Tunji Oyebola-Adeosun, Senior Manager, Enterprise Strategy and Transformation, RBC. Tunji Oyebola-Adeosun is an analytics guy, football fan, and avid chess player. He’s currently Senior Manager, Enterprise Strategy and Transformation…
Many newcomers choose to move to Canada in the hopes of building a better life for themselves and their families. This quality of life depends not only on the financial and professional opportunities…
In response to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic, most provinces and territories in Canada have announced that they will require individuals to show proof of vaccination in order to take part in non-essential activities.…
Immigration
Canada is known for its multiculturalism, natural beauty, thriving economy, and world-class education system. These are just some of the reasons immigrants choose to move to Canada. Moving to a new country is…
Globally, Canada is rated very high for having an excellent quality of life, a well-developed public education system, and access to healthcare. In 2020, Canada was ranked second as the best country (overall)…
In October 2020, Canada announced an increase in annual immigration targets, and is set to welcome approximately 1.2 million newcomers between 2021 and 2023 through various immigration streams. If you’ve been thinking about…
Last updated: August 10, 2021 As the government implements various preventive measures to control the rising number of COVID-19 cases in Canada, there’s still a sense of looming uncertainty for many newcomers.…
Canada has specific immigration programs designed to enable individuals with different skills, education, and work experience to settle in Canada and contribute to the Canadian economy. On October 30, 2020, Minister of Immigration,…
Prepare your move to Canada
Moving to Canada and starting a new chapter of your life is an exciting prospect. As you plan your move, you may have many questions and concerns about settling in. To make this…
As you prepare for your move to Canada, you will likely have many action items to address. A decision that may fall to the last minute is what you should bring to Canada…
While preparing to immigrate to a new country, there are many tasks to be completed to ensure a smooth transition. In this article, we hope to provide you with a comprehensive list of…
Leaving behind your family and friends, packing up and moving your entire life from a place where you lived for a majority of your life to a new country where you barely know…
Finding your Home in Canada
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Finding your first home in Canada is exciting, but what happens if you need to end your tenancy early? There can be many reasons to want out of a lease, from landing a…
So, you’re looking for a home in Canada? Finding a place to call home is one of the first items to check off your to-do list as a newcomer. Luckily, Canada has a…
Whether you’re a first-time renter or a veteran tenant, the process of renting a place in a new country can make you anxious, especially if you’re not completely familiar with the local norms…
For the first few months or even a couple of years, most newcomers moving to Canada consider renting accommodation versus buying property. As an essential and high priority task, this often turns out…
Newcomers often dream of buying a home in Canada someday. Property purchase requires a large financial commitment and the willingness to take on the responsibilities of a homeowner. In Mortgages 101: How to…
Healthcare in Canada
In response to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic, most provinces and territories in Canada have announced that they will require individuals to show proof of vaccination in order to take part in non-essential activities.…
One of the benefits for newcomers moving to Canada is access to publicly funded healthcare, which has a reputation of being world-class. Health care is delivered through each of the country’s provinces and…
Canada has a universal healthcare system that is paid for through taxes. In other words, basic healthcare services are free for Canadian citizens, and permanent residents as those costs are covered by the…
One of the top reasons newcomers choose Canada as their new home is access to a publicly-funded universal healthcare system. In each Canadian province, a portion of the taxes paid by citizens and…
Tips to settle in to Life in Canada
Moving to a new country, embracing a new culture and making it your own may seem intimidating. As you restart your life in Canada, there are a few things you can do to…
Canada is often referred to as the great white north, and with good reason – the winters are snowy and cold. Temperatures in some cities could drop as low as -30 or -40…
Starting a life in a new country is both exciting and challenging. Many newcomers leave behind their support systems – colleagues, friends and family – when they move to Canada, making the entire…
Canada is a diverse nation. As per the 2016 Census, there have been over 7.5 million foreign-born individuals who have come to Canada through the immigration process, representing over one-fifth (21.9 per cent)…
Moving to Canada and starting a new life is exciting! If you’re a newcomer with kids, child care is probably at the top of your mind. The desire to balance cost, service quality,…
As per the 2018 Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) data, Canada is the most educated country in the world. To highlight the importance of education in the lives of Canadians, in…
Canadian Culture
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.…
With the cold weather, snow-covered trees, and festive lights all around, Canada seems like a magical place during the holiday season. Many Canadians get in the holiday mood right after Halloween by decorating…
By Dermot O’Brien, Writer, RBC Ventures. An image I remember clearly from my childhood is of my family crowded around our small kitchen table at Thanksgiving. My four brothers (one in a…
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…
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…
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