Fast Facts for Newcomers to British Columbia
Is British Columbia (BC) your destination when you arrive in Canada? This article features some quick facts and tips about settling in British Columbia, and some of the resources you have access to.
Healthcare System Challenges in New Brunswick, Canada
Canada promises newcomers comprehensive free healthcare but is struggling to keep that promise in the middle of a historic expansion of immigration. Unfortunately, the country’s health systems are in a profound crisis that will impact your immigration experience.
Buyer Beware: Stay Away from Curbsiders When Buying a Used Vehicle
In the motor vehicle sales industry, curbsiders are a well-known problem. They pose as private sellers, pretending to sell a personal motor vehicle. Still, they are buying and selling cars for profit without a professional license or registration, which is illegal in Ontario.
The other reality is that housing costs vary widely from city to city, with the popular gateway urban centres like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal being by far the most expensive.
Services for Newcomers to the Northwest Territories (EN & FR)
CDETNO (Conseil de développement économique des Territoires du Nord-Ouest) provides a welcome and Integration Services to newcomers and immigrants (individuals and families) to the Northwest Territories, even years after their arrival. Our team works together with newcomers to create lasting connections with the new community they settle in.
How to Succeed in Learning French as a Second Language
Are you interested in learning more about the Francophone culture in Canada? Have you ever thought about learning French? Are you enjoying the French-learning experience?
It’s great if you are!
Support and First Steps for Newcomers to Nova Scotia
For over 25 years, YMCA Immigrant Services has supported the settlement needs of newcomers in Nova Scotia. We offer programs and services that help newcomers and their families in schools and communities across the province.
Self-Awareness is the Key to Meeting Your Goals
Have you ever tried to take the time to explore your inner self? Do you know your limits and unique talents? In the modern world, many youths—especially newcomer youth—struggle to successfully set and meet their goals due to external pressures that they receive from society, family members, and friends.
Setting Yourself Up for Success
Regardless of what drove you to step out of your comfort zone to land in a new country and start over from scratch, you definitely had lots of courage and self-motivation to do so. However, is motivation alone always a key to make things happen?
Top 5 Outdoor Leisure Activities in Newfoundland & Labrador
Our province is known for amazing landscapes and nature all around. Newcomers are often extremely impressed by the amount of outdoor activities that are an everyday occurrence for residents of this province.
Why Immigration is Important to Canada
You have heard a million reasons why immigrating to Canada is great for your future. It could be for international labour experience, for promises of higher educations, or for a simple change in scenery. Regardless of your reasons, did you know Canada’s just as lucky to have you?