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The school system in Ontario

When moving to a new country as a family, the schooling for your children is as important as finding employment and deciding where to settle. Fortunately, Canada is internationally ranked as a leader in education and there are plenty of educational opportunities for families. For newcomers to Ontario, here is [...]

FinanceApr 13, 2021

Building an emergency fund: Tips for newcomers to Canada

One of the things the COVID-19 pandemic has shown us is that life can be unpredictable. Whether it is a drop or loss of income, paying a huge sum for an unplanned expense, or having to make sudden trips back home to visit family, unfortunate and unexpected events can happen [...]

FinanceApr 5, 2021

Understanding how interest rates work in Canada

When moving to a new country, your finances are an important part of setting in. Most newcomers start off with opening a savings and a chequing account at a bank of their choice and then graduate to other investment and credit products.    As you settle in, you’ll have to make [...]

FinanceApr 5, 2021

Canadian finances 101: What you should know as a newcomer

Canada’s financial ecosystem is made up of banks, credit unions, trusts, and other financial and insurance companies and it is considered to be one of the most sound and safest in the world. According to the Global Competitiveness Report 2019, published by the World Economic Forum, Canada ranked 9th [...]

FinanceApr 2, 2021

How financial advisors can help you as a newcomer in Canada

Navigating financial and investment products in a new country can be complicated, especially if you don’t have a background in finance. As a newcomer in Canada, having someone who understands the newcomer experience, and whom you can rely on for sound financial advice is important. In most cases, a professional [...]

HousingApr 1, 2021

How to find budget accommodation in Vancouver

For many newcomers, finding accommodation is one of the most important tasks you need to attend to once you arrive in Canada. Having secure and comfortable long-term accommodation gives you a base to settle as you begin your job search, navigate the school system, and find a home. Accommodation-related costs [...]

HousingMar 30, 2021

How to find budget accommodation in Edmonton

For many newcomers, finding accommodation is one of the most important tasks you need to attend to once you arrive in Canada. Having secure and comfortable long-term accommodation gives you a base to settle as you begin your job search, navigate the school system, and find a home. Accommodation-related costs [...]

HousingMar 29, 2021

How to find budget accommodation in Ottawa

For many newcomers, finding accommodation is one of the most important tasks you need to attend to once you arrive in Canada. Having secure and comfortable long-term accommodation gives you a base to settle as you begin your job search, navigate the school system, and find a home. Accommodation-related costs [...]

HousingMar 25, 2021

How to find budget accommodation in Calgary

For many newcomers, finding accommodation is one of the most important tasks you need to attend to once you arrive in Canada. Having secure and comfortable long-term accommodation gives you a base to settle as you begin your job search, navigate the school system, and find a home. Accommodation-related costs [...]

HousingMar 23, 2021

How to find budget accommodation in Montreal

For many newcomers, finding accommodation is one of the most important tasks you need to attend to once you arrive in Canada. Having secure and comfortable long-term accommodation gives you a base to settle as you begin your job search, navigate the school system (if you have children), and find [...]

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