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Four Canadian Social Etiquettes to Know as a Newcomer

Life in Canada, Life as a NewcomerBy Devi ShintaSeptember 13, 2023

Four Canadian Social Etiquettes to Know as a Newcomer For newcomers in Canada, understanding basic social etiquette can play an important role in integrating and building positive relationships with the community. Canada is often called the land of immigrants, with diverse cultures and traditions. Some aspects of Canadian social customs may differ depending on your…

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How Settlement Services Help New Immigrants in Navigating the Canadian System

Services for Newcomers, Life in CanadaBy Devi ShintaJuly 20, 2023

How Settlement Services Help New Immigrants in Navigating the Canadian System Are you moving to Canada or just recently arrived in Toronto, Ontario? Adjusting to a new country can be exciting and full of opportunities but also challenging. With its breathtaking natural beauty and diverse culture, Canada is a great choice for those looking for…

How to Build a Good Mental Health as a Newcomer

Health, Life as a Newcomer, Life in CanadaBy Devi ShintaMay 11, 2023

How to Build a Good Mental Health as a Newcomer Moving to a new country can be an exciting and life-changing experience. You may face many challenges adapting to a new culture, language, and social norms, which can affect your mental health. While mental health does not mean the same thing as mental illness, having poor…

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Celebrating Earth Day – How to Contribute as a Newcomer

Life as a Newcomer, Life in CanadaBy Devi ShintaApril 17, 2023

Celebrating Earth Day – How to Contribute as a Newcomer Earth Day is an annual global event celebrated on April 22nd to raise awareness about environmental protection and sustainability. The city hosts various events and activities to commemorate Earth Day, including tree planting, clean-up events, and educational sessions on recycling and waste reduction. These events…

Job Searching Tips – How to Avoid Employment Scam

Employment, Life as a NewcomerBy Devi ShintaJanuary 23, 2023

Job Searching Tips – How to Avoid Employment Scam Finding a job in a new country can be a stressful experience. If you don’t know how the official hiring process is done in that country or are new to job searching, you can be a victim of an employment scam. There are many ways to…

Life in Canada: Canadian Workplace Holiday Party Etiquette

Life in CanadaBy Devi ShintaDecember 12, 2022

Attending your first Canadian workplace holiday party? Check out these tips to make sure you have a good time. December is the month when most Canadian workplaces will organize a holiday party or year-end party as an opportunity for the company to show appreciation for the team’s achievements throughout the year. For the past two…

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Life in Canada: How Halloween is Celebrated.

Life as a Newcomer, Life in CanadaBy Devi ShintaOctober 26, 2022

Life in Canada: How Halloween is Celebrated. Every year on October 31, Canadians celebrate Halloween as part of their tradition. The very first Halloween was celebrated when the Irish and Scottish immigrants settled in urban North America in the 1800s. If this is your first Halloween celebration in Canada, read this blog post to learn…

Speed Up Your Job Search with the Mentoring Program

EmploymentBy Devi ShintaAugust 18, 20221 Comment

Speed Up Your Job Search with the Mentoring Program The comment was collected and shared with permission from the program graduate, Yogesh Raheja. One of our mentoring program graduates, Yogesh Raheja, was able to secure a job as a Data Scientist at Canada’s largest not-for-profit automobile association after completing the mentoring program at the YMCA.…

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