Landing in Canada soon? Things you need to know.
Before you arrive into Canada here’s a few things you need to know and do.
Settling In Canada
Discover Exciting Summer Festivals in Canada in 2024!
Indigenous Peoples participate in the Calgary Stampede Parade. Canadians look forward to festivals and these 2024 summer festivals are worth checking out! Canada is home to some of the biggest and grandest festivals out there. New to Canada? Explore some of its most...
Canada Day 2024! Celebrating Canada’s 157th Birthday!
Every year, Canadians start their summer by celebrating Canada Day on July 1. The holiday marks the anniversary of Confederation, the event that created Canada. This nationwide holiday brings people across the country together to celebrate the wonderful things Canada...
Travel Medical Health Insurance: An Overview for Newcomers
Recently, Dave Frattini, Managing Partner of Prepare for Canada and Rentals for Newcomers, sat down with Robin Ingle, CEO of Ingle International Insurance, to discuss the importance of Travel Medical Health insurance for immigrants arriving in Canada. In their...
Banking & Finance
Saving Money for Your Emergency Fund
by Zain Usmani | Oct 15, 2024For newcomers, it’s not uncommon to face an uncertain financial situation in your first few years. An emergency fund can help you meet unexpected costs, manage expenses while searching for employment, or stay afloat if you face a job loss....
How to Apply for a Credit Card in Canada
by Prepare For Canada | Oct 15, 2024Financial stability is very important for anyone who has recently arrived in Canada. Even if you have a strong financial standing in your home country, you will need to establish yourself in Canada as well. Applying for a credit...
Types of Bank Accounts to Save for Your Future
by Zain Usmani | Oct 15, 2024 Types of bank accounts to save and grow your money in Canada! Newcomers should know about the different types of bank accounts to use all the financial resources available to them. Knowing what each bank account is for will help you to...
Homesharing Helps Homeowners Deal with Rising Expenses
For homeowners in Canada with a mortgage to pay and spare rooms to rent, becoming a homesharing host can help solve financial and personal needs. All homeowners quickly discover that homeownership comes with costly expenses, including the mortgage, insurance, monthly...
Should My First Place in Canada be a Basement Apartment?
New Canadians may shy away from renting a basement apartment. Many imagine a dark and damp basement with bad living conditions. But this is far from the truth. It may not sound appealing, but in Canada, basements are usually quite nice and no different from any other...
What to Know About Living in Brampton, Ontario
Moving to Canada offers exciting opportunities and a new way of life. But, it's a big decision that involves exploring where to live and work in Canada. Brampton, Ontario is one of many cities to consider. It is a popular location for new immigrants because of its...