As a commercial and financial hub of the country, Toronto welcomes many newcomers who come from diverse educational and professional backgrounds. The Toronto District School Board delivers free and low-cost programming specifically aimed at helping professional newcomers plant roots in their new community. This article features some tips from them on how to best prepare yourself as a newcomer professional.
There are many unknowns when you are trying to set yourself up for success in a post-pandemic job market filled with remote and hybrid remote positions. Here’s some tips to keep in mind when working remotely.
Are you landing in Toronto soon? Do you need newcomer support for you and/ or your children once you arrive? YMCA of Greater Toronto has a wide range of FREE…
We invite you to join our upcoming webinar featuring Yentl Liang, Housing Support Worker from the Centre for Immigrant and Community Services. The presentation will focus on Ontario and other…
What does this program offer? Women and gender diverse people focused pre-apprenticeship Academic upgrading (math, English, and essential skills for the trade) Safety training and equipment Level 1 Certification Job…
A new service has been launched across Canada to give newcomers more access to pre-arrival programs! Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), newcomers to Canada can view and register for pre-arrival programs on…
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.
Rent Assist is a financial assistance program from the Manitoba government. The purpose of the program is to help lower-income Manitobans by providing some extra money every month to help cover the cost of renting a home.
If you are new to Canada, about to move to Canada, or considering starting moving to Canada, take some time out to read about First Nations and the Indigenous people. Their land has welcomed many refugees and immigrants from all over the world. Learning and understanding this history should be your first step in your settlement journey.
Many newcomers to Canada face challenges when getting their international academic credentials recognized. Fortunately, some research and planning can simplify the process and help you accomplish your career goals.
Here’s the reality for newcomers arriving in Canada in 2022 – rental and homeownership affordability will be the most significant part of your monthly budget.
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.