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Living In Canada
Eid al-Fitr 2022 Marks the End of Ramadan
The end of Ramadan, this year, will give way to another Muslim holiday; Eid al-Fitr. Eid al-Fitr, commonly referred to as just Eid, is a three-day festival for Muslims that starts immediately after the end of Ramadan. Learn more about how Canadian Muslims are...
Alberta Health Card | What it Covers & How to Apply
Your Alberta Health card covers many medical services for you and your family. Your Alberta health card is a government-funded service that will cover many basic costs related to your medical needs. Canada has a great health care system that strives to provide free,...
Ontario Health Card Application Process
Your Ontario Health Card covers many medical services for you and your family. If you have recently arrived in Ontario, an important first step is to apply for your Ontario Health Card. Canada is known throughout the world for its easy-to-access universal health care....
Why Credit History is Important When You Rent a Home in Canada
Your credit history is a record of your reliability when it comes to paying back debt. Whenever you ask for a loan such as a mortgage, the lender will want to see your credit history. This is because your credit history will tell the lender how reliable you are. The...
Saint Patrick’s Day: When Canada Goes Green
With many COVID-19 restrictions being lifted, Canadians from coast-to-coast can look forward to celebrating Saint Patrick's Day. This fun and jolly holiday is an annual celebration that takes place every year on March 17. This year will be the first Saint...
Is Family Day a Statutory Holiday in Canada?
Parents and children enjoying the Family Day holiday Family Day is a fairly new Canadian holiday. And as of 2022, only Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Saskatchewan, British Columbia and New Brunswick recognize it as a statutory holiday. Family Day was first celebrated in...
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas That Impress
Valentine’s Day is a holiday that takes place on February 14, every year. This holiday has a rich history that goes back centuries. Valentine’s Day, as we know it today, is a holiday where lovers express their affection for each other. The holiday has expanded to...
Canadian TV Shows that Capture Life in Canada
When you think of Canada, snow, ice hockey and maple syrup probably come to mind. While those things are Canadian to the core, one part of Canada that most people overlook is the TV shows. Canada has some of the best TV shows out there. Fans from across the world...
Inflation Rate Drives Up Cost of Living in Canada in 2022
Rising food costs contribute to higher cost of living in Canada in 2022 The inflation rate in Canada is driving up the cost of living in Canada. Inflation is the process in which money loses some of its value. This results in paying higher costs for the same item....