As a newcomer, landing your first job in Canada is a huge accomplishment, but getting there is no easy task. The process—from searching for employment opportunities to preparing for interviews—can be daunting and time-consuming. Job fairs can be an opportunity to consolidate your search efforts and shorten the time [...]
Residents of Hong Kong have a variety of immigration options they can leverage to move to Canada. Whether you intend to move to Canada permanently or temporarily to work or study, there are likely some immigration programs you qualify for. In addition to the traditional routes, the Government [...]
As a newcomer, owning a home in Canada may be the ultimate dream—an unmistakable sign that you’ve settled down in your new country. However, in the current economic situation where house prices are at their peak and interest rates are high, buying a home within a few years of [...]
As one of Canada’s most popular immigration programs, Express Entry is crucial in encouraging foreign talent, including skilled professionals and tradespeople, to settle in Canada permanently and help the country achieve its economic goals. To ensure that the Express Entry system is adequately equipped to bridge crucial labour market [...]
Canada faces a significant shortage of tradespeople across many occupations and industries. The government’s Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) helps attract experienced tradespeople from different parts of the world to live and work in Canada permanently and bridge some of these labour gaps. Unlike in some countries where trades [...]
As a newcomer, you may want to begin investing and saving for your future shortly after moving to Canada. You might be in a position to set aside a portion of your income every month or have savings that you brought from home. Opening a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) [...]
As a newcomer to Canada, getting to the interview stage in your job search after weeks or months of networking, reviewing job listings, and submitting resumes can be exciting. Now, you’re much closer to landing the job you want, but there are still a few crucial steps left. [...]
You just wrapped up your first big job interview in Canada. Things went quite well, but there are still many steps to go, and the employer is likely still meeting other candidates. As the hiring manager shortlists candidates for the second and third rounds of interviews, your objective should [...]
As an international student planning to work in Canada after you graduate, building your professional network will provide the support you need during your job search and as you progress through your career. Depending on your personality, networking can either sound exciting or overwhelming. Regardless of how you feel [...]
Finding your first job in Canada as a newcomer isn’t always easy. Navigating your way through a new job market and work culture requires preparation and dedicated effort. Whether it’s building your network, perfecting your resume, or getting some much-needed Canadian experience, there’s a lot you should be [...]
As a newcomer, your financial needs will be different from those of established Canadian residents who’ve lived here longer. For this reason, some of Canada’s largest banks, such as RBC, offer newcomer-specific products that are designed with the financial requirements of newcomers in mind. During your first year [...]
As a newcomer, integrating into your new financial environment in Canada will be crucial for your long-term success. Often, this means learning about new financial products, how to use them, and incorporating certain best practices into the way you manage money. Canada is a credit-based economy, and people [...]