Information for newcomers
The Power of Connection: How Our Mentors Support Newcomers Before Arrival
Preparing for life in a new country can be both exciting and overwhelming. Questions about employment, community life, culture, housing, and everyday experiences often begin long before arrival. Canada Connects,…
Read MoreAdapting to a New World: The Meneses Ramirez Family Story
Before Jorge Meneses and Irma Ramirez ever set foot in Halifax, they were already getting ready for it. After receiving approval to immigrate to Canada, they didn’t wait to start…
Read MoreHousing Outlook – Winter Housing Overview
Post prepared and written by Prepare for Canada Canada’s winter weather usually brings a “chill” to the country’s housing market, resulting in fewer rentals and house sales as people wait…
Read MoreThe Power of Mentorship: Navigating the Licensing Journey
Road to Licensure in Canada For internationally trained professionals, the road to licensing in Canada can be daunting. From credential recognition to navigating Canada’s complex job market, the journey is…
Read MoreWhat you need to know about regulated and unregulated jobs in Canada
In Canada, the job market is diverse and offers a wide range of opportunities across various professional fields. It is important to understand that jobs in Canada can be broadly…
Read MoreGuest Post: The Adventure – My New Life in Calgary
The adventure that is my new life in Calgary, Alberta began in the fall of 2022. Moving from Mumbai, India to begin alone in a place where I had no…
Read MoreGuest Post: Moving to Canada | A short guide to Post-arrival
This second part of this guide will walk you through the basic post-arrival experience. The guide will also list, explain and give tips on what post-arrival steps you’ll need to…
Read MoreCultural Talks: Small Talk and Professional Communication
It is common for a person in Canada to say to a colleague, “How are you?” The other responds, “Fine, and you?”. This happens even between strangers on the bus,…
Read MoreGuest Post: Moving to Canada | A Short Guide to Pre-arrival
When I finally got my COPR, my first reaction was disbelief, followed by exultation, and then, total panic. It was finally happening. It was real. This is what I wanted…
Read MoreSOPA 2022 Highlights and 5 Most Read Stories of the Year
It’s that time of year. We are about to say goodbye to 2022! What are your plans for the New Year? For many of our clients, the fact of moving…
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