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Tips from an Experienced Newcomer

blog, Newcomer stories, Newcomers to Canada, Things to know before moving to CanadaBy ymcaPonyJanuary 27, 2020

In the past ten years, Abnoos has immigrated no less than four times around the world before coming to call Canada her home. What tips does this veteran newcomer have to share with other newcomers to Canada?

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Family in Canada Starts with a Strong Support System

blog, Family & Children, Things to know before moving to CanadaBy ymcaPonyJanuary 27, 2020

Arriving to a new county can bring joy and great excitement for a newcomer family. Having a strong support system can help ease the transition.

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Joining Professional Immigrant Networks (PINs) Before Arriving in Canada

blog, Community Partners, Employment in Canada, Things to know before moving to CanadaBy ymcaPonyJanuary 13, 2020

Community centres can help your transition to Canada with educational programs, cultural groups, recreational activities, social networks, and more!

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Questions a Newcomer Entrepreneur Should Ask Themselves in Canada

blog, Employment in Canada, Newcomers to Canada, Things to know before moving to CanadaBy ymcaPonyDecember 17, 2019

Immigrants come to Canada with great ideas and an array of skills and experience but without connections, becoming an entrepreneur is not viable.

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Tips from a Coach: Don’t Take Job Search Rejection Personally!

blog, Employment in Canada, Things to know before moving to CanadaBy ymcaPonyDecember 6, 2019

Get advice from a career coach on how to avoid taking job rejection personally. It’s all a learning process and one you will grow from!

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Community Centres: Your Second New Home in Canada

blog, Community Partners, Things to know before moving to CanadaBy ymcaPonyNovember 25, 2019

Community centres can help your transition to Canada with educational programs, cultural groups, recreational activities, social networks, and more!

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10 Tips For Getting Started With Public Transit In Canada

blog, Newcomers to Canada, Things to know before moving to Canada, Transportation in CanadaBy ymcaPonyNovember 7, 2019

Concerned about how to use public transit upon arriving in Canada? This handy article will provide you with the tips necessary to become an expert rider.

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The Power of Positive Thinking Paired with Proactive Preparation

blog, Newcomer stories, Newcomers to Canada, Things to know before moving to CanadaBy ymcaPonyOctober 24, 2019

Before immigrating to Canada, Rakshak made sure to be proactive by using our pre-arrival settlement services, making him feel more confident about his move.

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Empower Yourself with Pre-Arrival Services

blog, Employment in Canada, Things to know before moving to CanadaBy ymcaPonyOctober 21, 2019

Here’s a list of ways you can empower yourself and your career objectives with pre-arrival services to arrive prepared in Canada.

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The Truth About Job Search Myths in Canada from a Newcomer

blog, Employment in Canada, Things to know before moving to CanadaBy ymcaPonyOctober 8, 2019

Hearing different perspectives about job search in Canada can be helpful, but it can also be confusing and misleading if you get the wrong information.

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