7 apps to prepare for your move to 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 

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

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?

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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Moving to Canada Soon? A Pre-Arrival Checklist to Help You Prepare

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Thu, 30 May 2024 17:56:54 +0000

So, you’ve made the decision to move to Canada. Congratulations – it’s a big step you are taking but an exciting one. By being prepared and well-organized in advance you can arrive in Canada feeling more confident. Long before you pack your bags, there are a number of things to consider and many tasks to […]

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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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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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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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Canada implements policies to increase affordability of housing and groceries

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Fri, 16 Feb 2024 14:00:43 +0000

A new Leger poll conducted for OMNI news, illustrated the effect of an increasing cost of living on newcomers in Canada. According to the study, 83% of the 1522 newcomers surveyed felt that affordability issues were making settling in Canada more difficult. Simultaneously, a recent study by Statistics Canada found that more than a third […]

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