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Settling in Canada
Living in Canada is a huge feat! Our free ebooks on cities and webinars cover tips on settling in your new province, cost of living, education, bridging programs and home buying.
Job Finding Steps
Get ready to get a job! Find out more about opportunities that exist for your background and skill set. Get expert advice and tips on job hunting, soft skills, interpersonal, communication, and professional etiquette skills.
Banking and Finance
Manage your finances today for a great tomorrow! Information to get financially established as quickly as possible. Learn how to get a head start on building credit history and even opening your Canadian bank account before you arrive!
Take advantage of our free services. Feel informed, prepared, and confident before you arrive.
Who should register for our program?
If you have applied to come to Canada or have landed already, our Settling In Canada resources are for you.
Our program is available for anyone who has any of the following documents:
Confirmation of Permanent residence.
Canadian Visa pick up letter.
Request for medical examination letter.
Passport request letter.
Canadian visa.
IRCC invitation letter to obtain pre-arrival services.
Invitation to apply for permanent residence.
Unique Client Identifier.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Know before you go!
Statistically, newcomers who prepare for Canada hit the ground running and get hired faster!
At Prepare for Canada, get details on obtaining important documents, labour market information specific to your field, choosing a city, getting critical information on regulated professions and hearing first hand from experts on getting a job in Canada
AFTER YOU ARRIVE
WELCOME TO CANADA! We’re here to help.
At Prepare for Canada, you will find a lot of information that is geared towards your first few days as well as some unique products that many newcomers like you have asked us for! Stay tuned and keep in touch.
FREE EBOOKS
Our eBooks are unique and created for you!
22 eBooks covering the top regulated and unregulated professions across Canada.
26 eBooks on the different cities in Canada.
Plus eBooks on Soft skills, LinkedIn for newcomers, the Know Before You Go eBook and our checklists!
Why Register With Us?
Established Over 10 Years
Over 1.2 million subscribers since 2010
Proven Track Record
- 67% of our audience were employed within the first year
- Over 50% employed in their field!
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Essential Webinars For Newcomers to Canada
Join our series of essential webinars for newcomers to Canada: Know Before You Go, Settlement Information, Banking Information, Job Search Strategies and Techniques, Renting Your First Home in Canada and More. Registration is completely free.
Choosing A City
Looking for the perfect place to live? Trying to find a neighbourhood that suits your lifestyle and needs for a rental? Our Choosing A City section will provide you with information on living, society, education, economy, medical and much more. Click on the map to explore Canada’s provinces and cities.
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SETTLING
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WORKING
Using a Career Development Loan to Advance Your Career
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3 Smart Tips to Deal with ‘Free Time’ When Jobless
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BANKING AND FINANCE
Seeing Debt Differently – A Windmill Coach Helps Newcomers Understand the Basics of Borrowing
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Buying a Car in Canada? Tips for Newcomers
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Move to Canada | Transferring Cash & Valuables
When you move to Canada, there are many things to consider, and the process can be quite long. One of the biggest things you need to consider is how to transfer your money and belongings to Canada quickly and cost-effectively. Fortunately, you have many options when...
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