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Are you currently living in Canada?

Renting your first home in Canada

Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 10:30 AM (EST)

Nigeria: 3:30 PM | India: 8:00 PM | Philippines: 10:30 PM

Webinar Details

When renting housing in Canada, newcomers often face unique challenges.  We’ll explore some of the common challenges and options and solutions to overcome them. If you are a primary visa applicant within the economic class and moving to Canada within the next six months, this webinar is for you!

Why attend?

  • Housing market conditions in Canada including affordability, availability, and vacancy rates
  • Pros and cons of renting versus buying
  • Factors that affect rental prices like location and type of housing
  • Challenges of renting without a credit history and how to overcome them
  • Proactive steps to help you search for housing before and after you arrive
  • Ways to search for rental housing including: 1. Searching independently using Rentalsfornewcomers.com 2. Exploring affordable home sharing options 3. Using a real estate agent to help you search.

Who should attend?

This webinar is for you if you have been approved to immigrate to Canada and have one of the following documents:

  • Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invitation to obtain pre-arrival services
  • Confirmation of Permanent Residence letter/document
  • Passport request letter that indicates permanent resident visa issuance
  • An IRCC request that an applicant for permanent residence complete a medical examination
  • A single entry Permanent Resident Visa
  • A permanent Resident Visa pick up notification letter.

Bonus:

  • Every registrant receives access to a post-webinar summary page that organizes the session into short videos, key takeaways, and trusted tools and resources. It’s designed to help you revisit the information, take action at your own pace, and feel more confident navigating your next steps in Canada without having to search for answers on your own.

Here’s what attendees had to say…

It is very helpful. It has thrown more light on what I have been researching on so far.

20/03/2025 | Gaelle Ngassa

Thank you so much for the precious information and tips. I’ve especially appreciated the rental for newcomers tool.

20/03/2025 | Ilaria Campea

The thought of relocation and where to start with the process was overwhelming for me and my husband. But after attending the webinar of yesterday, we are now relaxing because we now have a starting point.

20/06/2025 | Olapeju Mary

FEATURED PRESENTER

Corinna Frattini

Senior Editor and Content Writer, Prepare for Canada

Corinna researches and writes content to help newcomers make informed decisions about housing, employment, banking, and aspects of settling in Canada. With a background in human resources and leadership development, her articles focus on how newcomers can continue their careers in Canada. Her writing combines research, practical guidance, and clear language to support newcomers on their journey.

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