Just Arrived in Canada? Things you need to know.
Here are some free resources to help you with starting your new life in Canada.
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....
Manage Your Finances
Do Newcomers Need to File an Income Tax Return?
Filing taxes allows you to apply for child care tax credits and benefits If you became a permanent resident in 2021, you will have to file your first income tax return with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Even if you lived in Canada for only part of 2021 you will...
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....
Holiday Season Online Shopping Scams Newcomers Can Avoid
It is always a good idea to be careful when shopping online. Scammers can be waiting to trick you out of your money in even the most unexpected of places. This is especially true for the holiday season. November and December see some of the biggest sales volumes every...
Employment In Canada
Canada’s jobless rate remains good news for newcomers
The good news for newcomers to Canada in April's jobless statistics is the fact that employers were looking to fill about 825,000 positions. And finding workers right now is difficult with the unemployment rate at a record low of 5.2 percent. And even...
How to Negotiate a Salary | A Guide for Newcomers
Know how to approach salary negotiation when applying for jobs in Canada. Salary negotiation is a touchy subject. Most job seekers are still unclear about the best practices for negotiating their salary. As a newcomer to Canada, the subject can be even more...
Best Cities for Software Engineer Jobs & Salaries in Canada
With a labour shortage, there are many cities for software engineers to consider continuing their careers. Driving up the demand for software engineers and their salaries is the fact that more and more tech companies are expanding into Canada. As a high-demand...
Buying Your First Home
How to find temporary accommodation in Canada
Once you arrive in Canada, you will need a place to stay temporarily until you are ready to consider renting or buying a home. For those of you without friends or family in Canada to stay with, hotels and hostels provide stopgap accommodation. Hotels typically offer...
How to find a builder or realtor?
Builder or Realtor Often, when buying a new home, you'll deal with a builder/contractor. If you're buying a resale home, however, you'll probably encounter a realtor. In the sections below, some tips and advice are provided for finding a reputable realtor or builder....
Moving out
Eventually, you will want to move out of your rental house or apartment. Perhaps you plan to buy a home, or maybe you just want to make a change. When you are ready to leave, there are certain things you should do before you move out. First, you must give written...