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
Mixed emotions of living in the great white North!
We often discuss many practical and interesting topics about migration, but not about the mixed emotions when living in the great white North! And, those mixed emotions come with migrating to Canada. As we approach another change in season, and with it a lot of mixed...
Driving in Canada
In order to drive a car in Canada you need a valid driver’s licence which is issued by the province or territory where you reside. By law you are required to carry your driver’s licence with you whenever you drive. Also, you should have copies of your vehicle registration and insurance.
How to stay positive when dealing with NO!
No! The word none of us like to hear. And when that happens repeatedly, it certainly isn’t the best feeling on earth. For some reason or the other you will keep hearing this word in your initial few months of arrival.
Manage Your Finances
5 tips for how to save money during the holidays
When you know these 5 tips on how to save money during the holidays, you'll make the season even more festive. Follow these 5 money saving tips to help you stay on budget. During the holiday season, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and emotion of the...
How to manage your personal finances when you’re new to Canada
When you arrive in Canada, its essential to manage your personal finances. Learn what to budget for and how much you should plan to spend. Your budget will help you to manage how much you spend and live within your means.
Top 10 financial steps when you arrive in Canada
When you arrive in Canada, you'll have many things to do to help you settle, and here are the top 10 financial steps. 1. Get a Social Insurance Number Obtaining a Social Insurance Number (SIN) is one of the first financial steps you need to take to navigate the...
Employment In Canada
How to volunteer strategically
Volunteering can help you to develop important networks to help you find a job in Canada. But, you need to know how to volunteer strategically. Learn 5 tips to make the most of your volunteer experience.
How to prepare a Canadian style resume
When immigrants come to Canada, one of their first challenges is to find meaningful employment in the field of industry that they desire. There are lots of factors that may help advance or limit these newcomers. These include, geography, education, and the esteem to...
Gavin’s success story
Gavin’s first visit to Canada decided his future. He fell in love with the country and its promise of possibility. He was determined to plant roots, personally and professionally, and grow here, succeed here. “I wanted to find a career, anything that would allow me to...
Franchising For New Canadians
Millennials are finding franchising success in Canada
Millennials are finding franchising success as the franchise ownership demographic is starting to change. The millennial cohort is the generation born between 1980 - 2000 and represents approximately 9.8 million people in Canada. Millennials are also the most...
Franchising for new Canadians: five common mistakes to avoid
Franchising for new Canadians can be a rewarding financial and professional experience! And, for new Canadians who have the right personality, attitude and ability to work as part of a team, it can be a great career opportunity. If you're exploring franchising as a...
How do I identify a great franchisor?
When deciding to buy a franchise, you want to ensure that you partner with a great franchisor. Here are three signs to identify a great franchisor: strong leadership and vision; positive relationships with their franchisees; and, support for their franchisees. Learn important questions to ask about these areas.
Buying Your First Home
5 tips to get the best mortgage rates in Canada
When searching for your first home, here are 5 tips to ensure you get the best mortgage rates in Canada. And, to get the best rates will require you to research so you know how to select a mortgage that's right for you. Tip 1: Do your research Tip 2: Save for your...
Buying your first home in Canada
If you’re buying your first home in Canada, you’ll likely need a mortgage to finance this very important and large purchase. When the Laghari family immigrated to Canada from India in 2016 they landed in Toronto. As many immigrants do when they first arrive, they...
Finding the right home
There’s no one “right way” to go about finding a home. But here are a few tips that may make the process a little easier and remove some of the anxiety associated with making what is, for most people, their largest single purchase in life.