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How residents of Canada can invest tax-free

Credit to Author: Derek Shank| Date: Sun, 18 Aug 2024 12:00:39 +0000

Newcomers to Canada looking to grow their wealth may want to take advantage of the ability to open a tax-free savings account (TFSA). A TFSA is a type of investment account people can use to invest without having to pay taxes on their investment income. Like a Roth IRA in the United States, TFSA contributions […]

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Nine apps to enhance your life in Canada

August 15, 2024 admin establishing life in canada, life in canada, mobile apps for life in canada, mobile apps to download for newcomers to canada, preparing for life in canada, what apps do you need on your phone to live in canada?

Credit to Author: Derek Shank| Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:00:03 +0000

Newcomers often face a steep learning curve when adapting to life in Canada. Digital tools can help to ease this transition. The CIC News team has compiled a list of nine mobile apps that newcomers can download to enhance their life in Canada. Still planning your move? Check out our article on apps to help […]

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The safest cities in Canada, according to the Crime Severity Index

July 31, 2024 admin Canada, life in canada, safety in canada, settle, settle in canada

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2024 12:00:39 +0000

Statistics Canada maintains its nationwide database on the incidence and severity of crime in the country, known as the Crime Severity Index (CSI). The CSI, unlike a traditional crime rate (which only counts the number of crimes), also uses police data to consider the seriousness of each crime—providing a more nuanced view of crime levels. […]

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7 apps to prepare for your move to Canada

July 12, 2024 admin canada travel, immigrate to canada, life in canada, preparing to arrive in canada, settle in canada

Credit to Author: Derek Shank| Date: Fri, 12 Jul 2024 12:00:25 +0000

Planning your move to a new country is no small task. But digital tools can help. The CIC news team has compiled a list of 6 mobile apps that newcomers can download to help prepare for their move to Canada. Accommodation and housing Padmapper, Rentals.ca, Rentseeker.ca, or Zumper: Newcomers can use these digital tools to […]

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Debunking four myths about life in Canada 

July 7, 2024 admin canada employment, canada news, cost of living in canada, employment, healthcare, life in canada, universal healthcare

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Sun, 07 Jul 2024 12:00:31 +0000

There is a lot of misinformation online about what it’s like to live in Canada. As one of the world’s most popular immigration destinations, many people create a picture of life in Canada that either focuses too intently on the positives of living here or only spotlights the negative aspects of life in this country. […]

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Two Canadian cities among the most livable in the world, as Toronto drops out of the top 10

July 3, 2024 admin Canada, canada jobs, life in canada, settle in canada

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Wed, 03 Jul 2024 12:00:12 +0000

The Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU) has released their annual report of the world’s most livable cities, with two Canadian cities featuring prominently. Every year EIU conducts their annual assessment and ranking of cities, based on factors including stability, healthcare, culture and environment, education, and infrastructure—to create the Global Livability Ranking. 2024 saw Calgary, which previously […]

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Am I eligible for IRCC settlement services as a temporary resident?

July 2, 2024 admin canada news, IRCC, life in canada, settlement, settlement services, temporary residence, temporary resident permit, temporary resident visa

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 02 Jul 2024 12:00:20 +0000

According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), some temporary residents (TRs) are eligible for certain settlement services funded by the federal government. Temporary residents are foreign nationals in Canada temporarily, including those who are here while working, visiting or studying. What are settlement services? Generally, settlement services are free resources that help Canadian newcomers […]

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Recent policies that may make home ownership more affordable for eligible newcomers to Canada

April 18, 2024 admin canada news, housing, housing in canada, life in canada, newcomers in canada

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 13:00:55 +0000

On April 11, 2024, Deputy Prime Minister/Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland announced several new housing affordability measures designed to help first-time buyers and current homeowners. In light of the federal restrictions on foreign home buyers last year (more on that later), newcomers to Canada may be curious if they are eligible for any of the recently […]

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Building A Resume for Job Hunting in Canada: Useful Tips to Build a Strong Resume

March 18, 2024 admin banking in canada, Canada, finance, life in canada, newcomers in canada, sponsor content, T&D, work in Canada

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2024 13:35:01 +0000

Are you a newcomer to Canada, looking to start your job hunt on a strong note? As you navigate the exciting path of job hunting, one of the important tools you will need is a well-crafted resume. In this article, we’ll explore the key elements of building a strong resume tailored to the Canadian job […]

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