Landing in Canada soon? Things you need to know.
Before you arrive into Canada here’s a few things you need to know and do.
Settling In Canada
Steps to Access Free Health Care in Canada
As a newcomer, you can save yourself worry and out of pocket expenses when you know how to access free health care. Find out how to apply for free health care when you land in Canada.
Connect Online with Newcomer Settlement Services
Canada is ready to welcome 465,000 newcomers in 2023! And, if you're one of many about to call Canada home, the Canadian Connections Summit is fast approaching. This online summit is a great opportunity to connect directly with newcomer settlement services from cities...
Should My First Place in Canada be a Basement Apartment?
Many new Canadians originally shy away from the idea of renting a basement apartment to live in. Many imagine a dark and damp basement with bad living conditions. This is very far from the truth. It may not sound too appealing but in Canada, basements are usually...
Banking & Finance
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...
How Much Money Will I Need to Move to Canada?
How much money will I need to move to Canada? The answer to this important question really depends on the size of your family. To help you calculate the amount of settlement funds you require, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updates the minimum...
Insurance in Canada: What Newcomers Need to Know
Protecting yourself and your family against unexpected danger and risk is what insurance in Canada is all about for newcomers to Canada and international students. Even if you had insurance before you arrived in Canada, knowing about the different kinds of insurance...
A Thriving Job Market Greets Newcomers to Canada
As more newcomers continue to arrive in Canada looking for work and to start a new life, the economy added an astounding 153,000 jobs to the job market in January. That surprising surge happened despite predictions that higher interest rates would slow job growth....
Thought leadership on immigration, economy, and housing are key goals for Rebekah Young
Rebekah Young, Vice President, Head of Inclusion & Resilience Economics, Scotiabank Newcomers, the economy and Canada's housing crisis are top-of-mind issues for Rebekah Young in her new and unique role at Scotiabank. Named as the bank's first head of...
Canadian Job Market in 2023 Remains Strong for Newcomers
For newcomers arriving in Canada looking for jobs, the good news is that the country's labour market added 104,000 jobs in December. This surprise marks the third decline in the unemployment rate in four months, bringing it closer to the record-low of 4.9 percent...