Renting in Ontario: What to Know Before Signing a Lease Agreement
When you plan to rent in Canada, there is a document that you should sign: The Lease Agreement. What should be included in the lease, and what should I know before signing it?
Meet-up for Internationals Living in Toronto Area
Join Kate Malcolm, host of the New to Canada podcast, and other internationals living in and around Toronto for an in-person get-together! We all go through very similar challenges and experiences…
Lessons Learned: Newcomers Growing Tech Businesses in Canada
On April 6th , we will have a panel session with representatives of three companies owned by newcomers. The last few years have seen many newcomer entrepreneurs immigrating to Canada,…
Exploring Non-Licensed Healthcare Careers in Canada
The job market has vastly changed in the last couple of years due to the impact of the pandemic, creating new job opportunities, increasing the demand for some professions, and decreasing demand in others. It has changed how service providers deliver their services, significantly increasing virtual delivery models.
4 Steps for Internationally Educated HR Professionals to Work in Ontario
HR professionals play an integral role in the success of organizations. So, if you’re an internationally educated HR professional, here are a few things you must consider before continuing your HR career in Ontario.
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.
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.
The What, How and Why of Targeted Resumes
Are you thinking about leaping into entrepreneurship and self-employment? With the right support in place, self-employment is a highly viable option for newcomers to Canada. Instead of spending 40-plus hours of your week contributing to someone else’s company, you could be using that time to create your own business—allowing you to set your schedule and make your own decisions while still generating an income.
5 Reasons to Consider Becoming an Entrepreneur in Canada
Are you thinking about leaping into entrepreneurship and self-employment? With the right support in place, self-employment is a highly viable option for newcomers to Canada. Instead of spending 40-plus hours of your week contributing to someone else’s company, you could be using that time to create your own business—allowing you to set your schedule and make your own decisions while still generating an income.
The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Ontario’s Job Market & Recent Job Trends
The job market has vastly changed in the last couple of years due to the impact of the pandemic, creating new job opportunities, increasing the demand for some professions, and decreasing demand in others. It has changed how service providers deliver their services, significantly increasing virtual delivery models.