Planning for Retirement and Managing Your RRSPs: A Guide for New Canadians

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:28:02 +0000

As a new Canadian, you’re embarking on an exciting journey. An important aspect of settling in a new country, like Canada, is planning for your retirement. For some it might seem a long way off, but it is important to set a strong foundation early. With the right knowledge and an informed strategy, you may […]

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Investing 101 for Newcomers to Canada: Understanding Investment Products (Part 2)

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Mon, 20 Nov 2023 12:25:35 +0000

Welcome back! In Part 1 of Investing 101, we learned about the many benefits of investing and how investing is different from saving. Now, in Part 2, we will introduce you to different types of investment products in Canada. These products  may play a significant role in investing to achieve your financial goals and secure […]

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New to Canada? Here’s your guide to Canadian holiday deals

Credit to Author: Bell| Date: Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:10:57 +0000

If you are new to Canada, you may still be learning about the significance of the Canadian holiday season, where we celebrate everything from Diwali, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Christmas and so much more. On top of spending quality time with your loved ones, shopping is a main theme during this festive season. If you are considering […]

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ECAs and Category-Based Express Entry Draws for STEM Professionals

Credit to Author: World Education Services| Date: Tue, 14 Nov 2023 13:48:11 +0000

Category-based Express Entry draws focus on candidates who have specific work experience and education. A candidate’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score plays an important role in their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence in Canada. For this reason, obtaining an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) from World Education Services (WES) can […]

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Understanding Credit as a Newcomer to Canada

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Thu, 09 Nov 2023 15:24:56 +0000

As you embark on your life as a newcomer in Canada, establishing a credit history is an important step towards realizing your financial goals and ambitions. A favourable credit score can help you to secure loans, access competitive mortgage rates, and even improve your prospects as a rental tenant. The question is, what is credit […]

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What Newcomers Need to Know About Renting and Buying a Home in Canada

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Tue, 07 Nov 2023 11:53:06 +0000

Finding a suitable place to call home is one of the top priorities for newcomers to Canada. With a wide range of housing options, it can be difficult to decide between buying and renting, and whether a short-term or long-term solution is the best fit for your needs. In this article, we’ll provide some insights […]

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Upgrade Your WES ECA: Enhance Your Educational and Career Opportunities in Canada

Credit to Author: World Education Services| Date: Mon, 30 Oct 2023 15:28:51 +0000

Upgrading your Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) from World Education Services is an important first step toward the next phase of your educational journey or career in Canada. An ECA provides newcomers with an evaluation of how their international academic credentials compare to Canadian educational standards. ECAs are beneficial for Express Entry and immigration purposes, but […]

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How TOEFL iBT® remains the premier test of English-language proficiency

Credit to Author: TOEFL| Date: Mon, 23 Oct 2023 11:45:01 +0000

Have you heard? TOEFL iBT is now accepted for Canada’s Student Direct Stream (SDS) Program. This means you can use your TOEFL iBT score to help you fast-track your application to the Canadian government for a study visa. In addition, the TOEFL iBT is accepted by 100% of colleges and universities in Canada. In addition, […]

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Building a Strong Financial Future: Navigating Cash and Investments as a Newcomer to Canada

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2023 11:45:24 +0000

As a newcomer to Canada, you have the opportunity to build a strong financial foundation and make informed decisions about your money. In this article, we’ll discuss important factors like whether to keep funds in cash or invest and how to handle a potential recession. This can help you manage your finances better. Join us […]

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How your newcomer cellphone plan can help you build credit to support your settlement in Canada

Credit to Author: Bell| Date: Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:22:12 +0000

Building a good credit score is very important for newcomers to Canada, as it is an indication on how well you manage credit and pay back loans. Credit scores are established by the Canadian Credit Bureau and are based on whether or not you pay your bills on time, have money still owed, or have […]

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