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How will Canada’s economy affect immigrant workers?

March 29, 2022 admin article position 3, covid-19, Economy, jobs, labour force, labour market, labour shortages, scotiabank, settle, settle in canada, settlement, sponsor content

Credit to Author: Scotiabank| Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2022 12:00:34 +0000

At the beginning of the pandemic, immigrants who had landed in the last five years experienced higher unemployment levels than Canadian born workers. However, over the course of the pandemic, that shifted. As of January 2022, the employment rate for newcomers is now 7% above its pre-pandemic average. “Immigrants had this major decrease initially in their […]

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Tips for navigating an emergency department visit: Who you’ll see, what to ask and why it matters

February 23, 2022 admin health care, settlement

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2022 22:51:42 +0000

The emergency department (ED) can be a stressful and confusing place for individuals who are sick or injured. During the pandemic, with many hospitals not permitting friends or family to accompany ED patients, being alone may exacerbate the uncertainty, fear and anxiety patients may experience.

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Small towns, big opportunities: Why immigrants are moving away from urban centres

February 15, 2022 admin brockville, Featured, settlement

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 15 Feb 2022 16:10:08 +0000

If there’s anything that the pandemic has proven, it is that there’s life beyond the big cities. Tens of thousands of people have left urban centres like Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver in favour of small town Canada.

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How to Apply for Proof of Canadian Citizenship

February 7, 2022 admin Canada, canada citizen, Canadian citizenship, citizen, citizenship, IRCC, proof of citizenship, settle, settlement

Credit to Author: Daniel Levy| Date: Mon, 07 Feb 2022 13:29:34 +0000

Canadian citizenship is becoming even more valuable amid growing uncertainty around the world. The pandemic has disrupted all facets of our lives and there is great political uncertainty in developed and developing countries alike. Enter Canadian citizenship. Acquiring Canadian citizenship offers a variety of benefits including being able to live and work in one of […]

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What you need to know about life in Canada as an international student

February 7, 2022 admin article position 3, bank, banking, banking in canada, gic, HEALTH, healthcare, housing, IRCC, jobs, renting, scotiabank, sds, settle, settlement, sponsor content, student direct stream, study, study in Canada, study permit, temporary residence, work in Canada

Credit to Author: Scotiabank| Date: Mon, 07 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Whether you’re considering coming to Canada as an international student or you’ve already been accepted and are currently planning your move, you’re likely curious about life in Canada as a student. From how to get a study permit to suggestions on ways to make friends once you arrive, we have you covered. Here are the […]

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Job vacancies in Canada remain near record highs

February 4, 2022 admin Canada, coronavirus, covid, covid-19, employment, IRCC, job vacancies, jobs, labour force, labour market, settle, settlement, statistics canada

Credit to Author: Alexandra Miekus| Date: Fri, 04 Feb 2022 13:00:30 +0000

The number of job vacancies in Canada remains high with 874,700 unfilled positions, according to the latest Statistics Canada figures. Data from November suggests the number of job vacancies was down 9.3% from October, but still significantly higher than before the start of the pandemic. Although the last two months have seen a decline from […]

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Niagara, a welcoming place for everyone

November 19, 2019 admin Featured, greater toronto area, Living, Niagara, settlement, Settling in Canada

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:47:19 +0000

Seven reasons why Niagara should be on your radar if you are looking to make a move. When newcomers first arrive in Canada, many think about settling in a large city. But some newcomers want a different lifestyle from the city, or want to explore smaller communities and more affordable housing. Niagara is a place […]

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What you should know about your housing rights: Part II

November 12, 2019 admin Discrimination, Featured, housing, human rights law, settlement, your legal rights

Credit to Author: Denise Hansen| Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2019 17:10:14 +0000

As a tenant or a prospective tenant – in Canada, you have legal rights. These legal rights apply not only once you have secured housing in Canada, but also while you are painstakingly searching for housing, in what is today a very difficult housing market in many cities across Canada. In part two of our […]

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Tips and tricks to save energy and money this fall and winter

October 23, 2019 admin cold weather, energy saving devices, green living, settlement, Weather, winter, winter-proof your home

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 02:04:26 +0000

With colder months approaching, your utility bills are likely to be on the rise. Fortunately, there are several ways to lower your energy expense this winter. For starters, let the sun in through the windows by keeping shades open during the day. Covering bare floors with rugs and carpets to prevent heat loss is another […]

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The value of continuing education: the reason you enroll is as important as what you sign up for

October 16, 2019 admin bridging programs, canadian education, careers & education, continuing education, post-secondary education, settlement, study in Canada

Credit to Author: Geneviève Beaupré and Susan Qadeer| Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 21:55:56 +0000

There are some excellent reasons why you might want to enroll in just one or a few continuing education courses. Even attending a single course could give you a view of the Canadian education system, its standards, classroom style and expectations. It can also help you get a job by demonstrating your abilities or help […]