Recent policies that may make home ownership more affordable for eligible newcomers to 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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Faster employment growth for new immigrants

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Thu, 21 Mar 2024 12:00:20 +0000

Statistics Canada’s economic and social report has revealed that, after years of disparity, new immigrants in Canada are now seeing faster employment rate growth than their Canadian-born peers. In addition to this employment growth, new immigrants (aged 25-54) in Canada are now shrinking the employment gap between themselves and their Canadian peers and contributing disproportionately […]

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

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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How to file your taxes in Canada as a newcomer

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:00:46 +0000

Filing taxes is a necessary part of Canadian life that many newcomers may find intimidating the first time they need to file. However, this process is usually simpler than it appears. The following will cover important information for newcomers, including when and why to file taxes, how to do so, and the possible benefits for […]

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Prepare For Your Canadian Career: Useful tips to prepare before you arrive

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Mon, 04 Mar 2024 14:00:47 +0000

Moving to a new country is an exciting time. You may be looking forward to the many new opportunities ahead. A big part of that is the prospect of landing your first job in Canada. It’s certainly a top priority for many newcomers. If you’re making the move to Canada soon, here are six useful […]

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Choose Chatham-Kent to learn, earn, and live

Credit to Author: Municipality of Chatham-Kent| Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2024 14:00:28 +0000

Did you miss us at the 2023 Learning, Earning, and LivingCK Career Expo and Job Fair? It’s not too late to learn more about opportunities for you in Chatham-Kent! If you crave access to a rural lifestyle with urban amenities, we offer a variety of lifestyle options – from downtown living to lakeside escapes – […]

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Where to start Banking in Canada as a Newcomer?

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Mon, 05 Feb 2024 09:00:36 +0000

As a newcomer to Canada, some of the most important things to manage your personal finances, is to plan for doing banking and getting easy access to your money when you need it. Upon arrival in Canada, one of the most important tasks is to open a bank account. But the options available can make […]

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What you need to know before moving to Manitoba

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Fri, 02 Feb 2024 13:00:02 +0000

Manitoba is one of Canada’s most immigrant-friendly provinces—one of the first to institute its own Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Often noted for its low-cost of living, warm locals, and affordable housing; Manitoba has a dry climate that can feature sharp weather changes depending on the season. Most people immigrating to Manitoba will go the one […]

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What you need to know before moving to New Brunswick

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2024 13:00:28 +0000

New Brunswick is one of Canada’s three maritime provinces, and the only officially bilingual province in the country (recognising both English and French). Located on the Canada’s east coast, the province is often noted for its natural beauty, and rich culture. Like many other provinces in Canada, New Brunswick experiences four seasons throughout the year—however […]

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Travelling to Canada for the first time as a newcomer? Here is how you can arrive prepared

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:30:12 +0000

Whether you are coming to Canada as a permanent resident or with a work or study permit, there are certain obligations you must meet when landing in the country. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration All travellers to Canada need to show certain documents at their port of entry. These include a travel […]

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