Winter Grocery Shopping: Three Tips for Healthy and Budget-Friendly Meals As we head into the winter season, I know it can be tough finding healthy and affordable options in the grocery store, especially when fresh produce is pricier than usual. Try these three tips to help you navigate the aisles and shop smart this winter.…
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4 Mindfulness Tips: Navigating New Beginnings in Canada This blog was written by YMCA Newcomer Information Centre Information and Referral Specialist, Alicia Rasul. As a newcomer who has just arrived in a new country, the settlement process may be difficult at first as you are still trying to learn the Canadian culture, the environment and…
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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 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…
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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 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…
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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…
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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. 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…
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Five Things to Know Before Moving to Canada This blog post is written by Tyson Dimayuga from Next Stop Canada Are you planning your move to Canada? It’s both an exciting and challenging journey to immigrate to a new country. There will be a lot of adjustments and learnings ahead of you. Hence to save…
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