Landing in Toronto? YMCA can help!
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…
Essential Guide to Renting in Ontario & Canada
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…
Painter Decorator Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program
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…
Pre-Arrival Services in Canada: Registering for one or more programs
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.
5 Things You Should Know about Manitoba’s Non-EIA Rent Assist Program
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.
Welcome to the Prairies, a Land Rooted in Culture
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.
Why Evaluate Your International Academic Credentials When Seeking Employment?
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.
Housing Prices in Gateway Cities
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.
English Test-Taking for Newcomers to Canada
CELPIP stands for the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program and is an English test that allows test takers to demonstrate their ability to function in English. The CELPIP Test has been designated by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for use by individuals applying for permanent resident status and citizenship in Canada.
A Letter to Newcomers: From A Quebecois Newcomer Coordinator
I grew up dealing with dusty surfaces and hot weather, so moving to Québec City was a huge adjustment! It is the opposite here, from the temperatures, the geography (no ocean beach), the language, customs, etc. Even though I thought I was ready for this significant change, it proved more challenging when I arrived. I soon learned that having as much information as possible is essential for a smooth settling into your new city.