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Tools for finding your first home as a newcomer to Canada

April 27, 2023 admin Express Entry, housing, housing in canada, immigration, newcomers, PNP, Quebec, renting in canada, settle, settlement, settling

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Thu, 27 Apr 2023 13:00:54 +0000

As a newcomer to Canada, one of the first things you will need to do is find a place for you and your family to call home. For most people new to Canada, your first home may likely be a rented house or apartment. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Canada’s housing market […]

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CREA: Average home price in Canada expected to drop 4.8% by end of 2023

April 24, 2023 admin canada home buying, canada immigration, canada newcomers, canada real estate association, crea, fhsa, first-time home buyers, ftbhi, hbp, home-buying, settle

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Thu, 20 Apr 2023 13:00:29 +0000

The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) has indicated that they expect the average price of a home across Canada to decrease by 4.8% by the end of this year. This percentage decrease is compared to the average price of a home at the end of 2022. Based on the CREA’s projections, the process of buying […]

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Coming to Canada to study? How to get your study permit

April 19, 2023 admin article position 2, bank, banking in canada, finance, International students, saving, savings, sds, settle, settlement, sponsor content, student direct stream, study permit, studying in canada, T&D

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Wed, 19 Apr 2023 09:38:14 +0000

Studying abroad can be an exciting adventure. To help you get started there are a few things that you should be aware of if you plan to come to Canada as an international student. Study permit[1]: What you need to know A study permit is a document from the Government of Canada that allows […]

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What settlement services can newcomers access when they arrive in Canada?

April 17, 2023 admin citizenship test, compass to connect, job help, language training, permanent residents, protected persons, settle, settle in canada, settlement, settlement services

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Mon, 17 Apr 2023 11:00:31 +0000

This year Canada aims to welcome 465,000 immigrants into the country—an annual influx of people that is crucial for the economy and demography of the world’s second largest nation. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration 2023’s immigration target is ambitious—however Canada has created a functional system of immigration and integration of newcomers—in order […]

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How IRCC determines if a PNP candidate can economically establish in Canada

April 14, 2023 admin base nomination, enhanced nomination, Express Entry, immigration, immigration levels plan, IRCC, PNP, provincial nomination, settle

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Fri, 14 Apr 2023 12:00:48 +0000

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its processing instructions to provide guidance about how they assess a principal applicant’s ability to become economically established under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The PNP is main pathway for economic class immigrants in Canada. Each year, IRCC releases an Immigration Levels Plan, in which permanent residence […]

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Canadian government to spend an extra $200 billion in healthcare over the next decade

April 11, 2023 admin Budget, Canada, canada dental plan, canada immigration, Express Entry, healthcare, immigration, immigration levels plan, IRCC, LMIA, sean fraser, settle, tfwp

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 11 Apr 2023 13:00:27 +0000

New spending for healthcare was highlighted as a top priority in Canada’s Budget 2023. Healthcare is a provincial /territorial responsibility but due to pressure on the system caused by labour shortages and lack of funding before the COVID-19 pandemic (which intensified the situation), the provincial and territorial governments have requested more funding from the federal […]

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How newcomers can save money in Canada

April 5, 2023 admin article position 3, bank, bank with td, banking in canada, finance, saving, savings, settle, settlement, T&D

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:00:58 +0000

Canada is known for its quality of life. As a newcomer to the country, you may be especially eager to start strong. You want to feel financially secure and on the right track as you embrace your new life in Canada. The good news is that there are several excellent ways to save money. Here […]

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Buying a home in Canada is now easier for newcomers

April 4, 2023 admin budget 2023, Canada, crea, finance, housing, housing in canada, immigration, settle, settling, temporary residence

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 04 Apr 2023 13:00:41 +0000

Canada’s government is making it easier for newcomers, as well as Canadians, to purchase a home. Last week, the government announced it was reducing some of restrictions of an Act that made it difficult for non-Canadians to purchase residential property. Also, as of April 1st, financial institutions are now able to offer tax-free first-home savings […]

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From LinkedIn to TikTok: How newcomers are using social media to succeed in Canada

March 29, 2023 admin canada immigration, Facebook, immigration, instagram, jobs, LinkedIn, newcomer to canada, newcomers, settle, skype, social media, tiktok, Twitter, Youtube, zoom

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Wed, 29 Mar 2023 12:00:27 +0000

Data from a 2022 survey by CBC’s Media Technology Monitor (MTM) indicates that nearly half (42%) of surveyed “newcomers who have consumed news within the last month cited social media as their go-to news source.” According to the survey, over three-in-ten (31%) Canadian newcomers who use social media use “six or more platforms.” Put simply, […]

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How does Budget 2023 impact Canadian immigration?

March 28, 2023 admin Budget, Canada, canada immigration, Express Entry, immigration, immigration levels plan, IRCC, jobs, LMIA, sean fraser, settle, tfwp

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 28 Mar 2023 21:44:39 +0000

Canada has released Budget 2023. Each year, Canada releases a budget that sets the tone for spending in the upcoming fiscal year. It is a major influence in all aspects of life for Canadians and newcomers alike. The budget shows Canada’s plans for spending and reflects the current government’s priorities. It also shows the outlook […]

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