Be prepared for the task of buying a house Despite the ups and downs of the real estate market, home ownership in Canada is a long-term financial goal for most immigrants. But the pride of owning such an asset can sometimes impair your judgment and lead to hasty decisions. It probably took years of saving […]
Read moreThe fact that parents may be physically absent from schools does not mean they are disinterested in their children’s academic and professional success. Muhammad Rizwan/Unsplash, CC BY-SA Carl James, York University, Canada and Selom Chapman-Nyaho, York University, Canada There is a persistent perception among public high school administrators and staff that working-class immigrant parents are […]
Read moreAkram Al-Otumi of Spritely Technologies is bringing his platform for tourists and newcomers from Halifax to Toronto Akram Al-Otumi, founder and CEO of Halifax-based Spritely Technologies Inc., is bringing his innovative tech startup to Toronto. Spritely features a platform for tourists and newcomers to connect with city locals in order to make visiting or relocating […]
Read moreNew board for Vancouver-based immigrant service agency SUCCESS It’s been 45 years since SUCCESS, one of the largest non-profit social services agencies in B.C., opened its doors. The milestone was celebrated on September 30 at a special luncheon attended by more than 300 guests. Also marking the event was the announcement of a new board […]
Read moreIt’s officially autumn in Canada, which means crisper weather, fewer daylight hours, but also a lot of beauty! The changing colours of the leaves turns the country’s forests into a vivid landscape. While you can catch sight of this in any neighbourhood, there are a few spots in Canada that are go-to places for autumn […]
Read moreAll Edmontonians, whether they are a citizen or not, could soon be able to access basic services — like applying for a low-income bus pass or a recreation centre pass — without fear. According to city administration, undocumented individuals living in Edmonton don’t often access basic services because they fear deportation. [Last] Wednesday, the community […]
Read more5 tips to ease your kids’ transition to school in Canada School is back in session, and with it comes excitement and often anxiety. As an immigrant parent in Canada, you may have just as many questions and jitters as your kids! Here are five tips to help you both adjust to the back-to-school return. […]
Read moreWildlife safety tips in Canada Whether it is ducks in the park pond, squirrels in the trees, whales in the sea or bears in the mountain, living in Canada means finding ways to co-live with wildlife. While wildlife might seem cute and harmless, they are not household pets and can pose great danger. And it […]
Read moreNew documentary Diversity aims to connect across cultures and religions to find common ground From the Prime Minister to everyday Canadians, we often talk about the country’s diversity as a strength. But immigrant and racialized communities still face stereotypes and discrimination, especially when it comes to religious differences. To combat this, the Armenian Diocese of […]
Read moreMeet Iranian-born Haydeh Mohebbi, who helps newcomers fill their homes from Toronto’s Furniture Bank When she came to Canada from Iran in 2003, Haydeh Mohebbi found herself in the situation many newcomers face. She was confronted with a monumental task: rebuilding her life from scratch. Arriving with her two daughters, and followed five months later by […]
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