“Settling in a new country can be challenging, but it’s worth it.” Canada plans to welcome over 460,000 new immigrants annually, the highest ever! Settling in a new country can be challenging, but it’s worth it. Get ready to explore Canada’s beauty and experience its way of life!
Language Barrier
English and French are Canada’s official languages. Newcomers may face language barriers while communicating or finding jobs that require proficiency in either language. The government offers language training services to help newcomers improve their language skills. Permanent residents and protected persons can take government-funded language classes.
These classes are called:
- Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)
- Cours de langue pour les immigrants au Canada (CLIC)
Finding affordable housing
As a newcomer to Canada, finding a place to live can be challenging. Most newcomers prefer to rent, but rental properties in Canada are in high demand. However, there are many websites and resources to look for housing options, such as Zumper, PadMapper and Realtor.ca, classifieds, bulletin boards, and local immigrant settlement agencies. A quick web search of services offered in your area can help you find what’s available to you.
Isolation
Moving to a new country can be tough, but Canada’s diverse population and settlement services can help newcomers adjust. Connecting with communities can help deal with isolation and 61% of newcomers felt that community connection settlement services helped them make close friends. 92% of newcomers felt that their community was welcoming and 90% felt a strong sense of belonging to Canada.
Finding employment
Newcomers to Canada may face challenges in finding a job due to unrecognized credentials and limited work experience. However, they make up over 25% of the country’s workforce, and having a strong network can help access job opportunities. Creating an online profile on LinkedIn and reaching out to professionals can provide entry points for careers. Settlement programs commonly offer employment-related services, including resume preparation, mock interviews, and networking events, which can greatly benefit newcomers in the Canadian labor market.
Adapting to the cold, snow and ice
Canada’s climate is diverse and can be extremely cold during the winter, with heavy snowfall in some parts of the country. If you’re new to Canada, it’s important to purchase warm clothing like hats, gloves, scarves, thermal layers, insulated jackets, and waterproof boots. During the winter months, it’s harder to get out and stay fit, and it’s also cold and flu season. To avoid getting sick, you can take proactive measures like getting a flu shot, which is recommended for almost everyone over six months of age.
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