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Featured September 29, 2025

Driving & Pedestrian Etiquette: Who Goes First (and Why Everyone Waves)

From four-way stops to the famous Canadian 'thank you' wave, here’s a fun guide for newcomers learning the unwritten rules of the road.

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settlement Sep 29, 2025

Driving & Pedestrian Etiquette: Who Goes First (and Why Everyone Waves)

From four-way stops to the famous Canadian 'thank you' wave, here’s a fun guide for newcomers learning the unwritten rules of the road.

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5 min read
community Sep 29, 2025

Food Culture Shock: Grocery Stores, Potlucks, and Why Canadians Put Ketchup on Everything

From giant grocery stores to potluck etiquette and quirky Canadian snacks, here’s what newcomers need to know about Canada’s food culture.

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6 min read
community Sep 29, 2025

The Landlord, the Lease, and the Basement Suite: Renting in Canada Explained

From deposits and basement suites to tenant rights, here’s what every newcomer should know before renting in Canada.

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7 min read
resources Sep 5, 2025

5 Resources You Need to Use as a Canadian Immigrant

From citizenship prep to healthcare and community support, here are 5 must-use resources every newcomer to Canada should know.

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6 min read
community Sep 1, 2025

Dressing for Winter, Province by Province

From soggy socks in B.C. to chic frostbite fashion in Quebec, here’s how to dress for winter across Canada’s provinces.

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6 min read
immigration Aug 29, 2025

How Much Polite is Too Polite in Canada?

Canadians are famously polite, but when does saying 'sorry' and 'thank you' go from kind to awkward? Here's your guide to balancing manners in Canada.

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4 min read
community Aug 2, 2025

The Unwritten Rules of Canadian Workplaces

From weather small talk to lunch culture and meeting code words, here’s a newcomer’s guide to surviving Canadian workplace etiquette.

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6 min read
resources Jun 22, 2025

How to Network When You’re New to a City (Without Being Weird About It)

A practical, lighthearted guide for newcomers on making friends and building connections in a new city without the awkwardness.

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7 min read
healthcare Mar 14, 2025

The Canadian Medical System: A Beginner’s Survival Guide

From family doctors to ER and Telehealth, here’s a simple guide for newcomers to understand how Canada’s healthcare system really works.

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6 min read
community Jan 29, 2025

Your First Tim Hortons Order: A Rite of Passage

From the mysterious double-double to Timbits and iced capps, here’s a newcomer’s guide to surviving (and enjoying) your first Tim Hortons experience.

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5 min read
success-story Jan 15, 2024

From Mumbai to Toronto: My First 6 Months in Canada

A detailed account of settling in Canada, from finding housing and opening a bank account to landing my first job in the tech industry.

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8 min read
immigration Jan 10, 2024

Complete Immigration Guide for Canada 2024: Express Entry, PNP, and More

Everything you need to know about immigrating to Canada in 2024, including Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, and the latest policy updates.

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12 min read
settlement Jan 5, 2024

Your First Month in Canada: Essential Settlement Checklist

A comprehensive checklist for newcomers covering everything from getting your SIN to finding housing and opening a bank account in your first month in Canada.

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10 min read
resources Jan 1, 2024

How to Find Work in Canada: A Newcomer's Guide to the Canadian Job Market

Complete guide to finding employment in Canada, including networking strategies, resume tips, interview preparation, and understanding Canadian workplace culture.

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15 min read

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