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Understanding Personal Lending in Canada: A Guide for Newcomers

Have you recently moved to Canada? As a newcomer, while settling into your new life, your financial needs may evolve. From paying for everyday expenses to financing your new home and car, there may be a lot to consider. Planning your

How newcomer parents in Canada are supported through the Canada Child Benefit

This week saw yet another payout of the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) to couples in Canada with at least one child under the age of 18. The CCB is a payment from the Canadian government for as much as $619.75 CAD

Express Entry candidates continue to see positive economic outcomes

Newcomers who immigrate to Canada through an Express Entry-managed program often see a rapid increase in their median employment income during their first five years in Canada. This is according to the 2023 Year-End Express Entry report. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship

The average cost of buying a home in Canada’s largest cities

Housing has become a key issue for Canadians in 2024, with much attention given to the impact that changing interest rates, population increases, natural emigration patterns, and other factors have had on housing costs. After compiling a guide on rental costs

How newcomer opinions like yours impact Canadian organizations

Through online public opinion surveys, the Angus Reid Forum provides Canadian newcomers with a way to share their perspectives on life in Canada. Some topics explored by Angus Reid surveys include social issues, food, housing, and public transportation. Angus Reid wants

Quebec announces suspension of LMIA processing for some low-wage temporary foreign workers

Starting September 3rd, the processing of Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) to applicants in Montréal will be suspended for job offers with hourly wages below $27.47 CAD (the Quebec median hourly wage). This measure is expected to be in place for

Temporary Foreign Worker Program takes center stage as Ministers considers further reforms

Following an extended period of increased scrutiny on the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), both Canada’s Immigration Minister and the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development, and Official Languages have weighed in—speaking out against abuses of the system on the part of employers in

Deadline extended for CUAET participants to apply for work permits

Immigration,Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently extended the deadline to apply for a work permit by those participating in the Canada Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) program. The deadline to apply for an open work permit is now March

How residents of Canada can invest tax-free

Newcomers to Canada looking to grow their wealth may want to take advantage of the ability to open a tax-free savings account (TFSA). A TFSA is a type of investment account people can use to invest without having to pay taxes

Ontario, British Columbia and Manitoba issue provincial nominations to candidates

This week, three provinces issued nominations to candidates through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Candidates were invited to apply through specific PNP streams based on their past work experience, occupational skills, and education. An immigration stream is a specific pathway

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