life in canada | É«ºüÈë¿Ú The Voice of Canadian Immigration Thu, 19 Sep 2024 18:15:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 /wp-content/uploads/2020/08/favicon-1.png life in canada | É«ºüÈë¿Ú 32 32 Canada ranked 4th best country in the world in 2024 /2024/09/canada-ranked-4th-best-country-in-the-world-in-2024-0946621.html Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:21:18 +0000 /?p=46621 Canada has ranked 4th in the updated U.S. News country rankings for 2024—achieving an overall indexed score of 94.1. Notable performances around scoring factors for quality of life, entrepreneurship, social purpose, and agility helped contribute to the country’s strong ranking. This year, Switzerland took the top spot with an overall indexed score of 100. The […]

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]]> How does Canada compare to other top immigrant destinations? /2024/09/how-does-canada-compare-to-other-top-immigrant-destinations-0946400.html Wed, 11 Sep 2024 16:24:16 +0000 /?p=46400 Canada has a reputation among newcomers as a country with a high standard of living, progressive culture, and opportunities. Still, newcomers may wonder what concrete data supports these sentiments and how Canada compares to other top immigrant destinations worldwide. The United Nations Human Development Index (HDI) is a helpful resource for finding answers. The Index […]

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]]> First fall in Canada? Here are some things every newcomer should know /2024/09/first-fall-in-canada-here-are-some-things-every-newcomer-should-know-0946317.html Tue, 10 Sep 2024 12:00:40 +0000 /?p=46317 Fall in Canada is a cozy season characterized by cooling temperatures, changing leaf colours, beloved holidays and fun outdoor activities. If you’re a newcomer to Canada, it presents the perfect opportunity to explore all that the country has to offer. So here are some things you need to know to make the most of the […]

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]]> Studying in Canada? Follow this Guide to Prepare for Your Studies /2024/08/studying-in-canada-follow-this-guide-to-prepare-for-your-studies-0845750.html Tue, 27 Aug 2024 13:00:40 +0000 /?p=45750 Coming to Canada as an international student can be a daunting experience. Beyond managing your studies, you’ll need to adapt to a new culture. Thorough preparation and the right services can help ensure a smooth transition as you navigate your academic path. Arriving in Canada Upon arrival at a Canadian border, the Canadian Border Services […]

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]]> How newcomer parents in Canada are supported through the Canada Child Benefit /2024/08/how-newcomer-parents-in-canada-are-supported-through-the-canadian-child-benefit-0845973.html Fri, 23 Aug 2024 12:00:42 +0000 /?p=45973 This week saw yet another payout of the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) to couples in Canada with at least one child under the age of 18. The CCB is a payment from the Canadian government for as much as $619.75 CAD per month for each child under the age of 6, and $522.91 CAD for […]

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]]> The average cost of buying a home in Canada’s largest cities /2024/08/the-average-cost-of-buying-a-home-in-canadas-largest-cities-0845897.html Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:00:10 +0000 /?p=45897 Housing has become a key issue for Canadians in 2024, with much attention given to the impact that changing interest rates, population increases, natural emigration patterns, and other factors have had on housing costs. After compiling a guide on rental costs across Canada in 2024, É«ºüÈë¿Ú has prepared the following guide on the costs […]

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]]> Nine apps to enhance your life in Canada /2024/08/nine-apps-to-enhance-your-life-in-canada-0845304.html Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:00:03 +0000 /?p=45304 Newcomers often face a steep learning curve when adapting to life in Canada. Digital tools can help to ease this transition. The É«ºüÈë¿Ú team has compiled a list of nine mobile apps that newcomers can download to enhance their life in Canada. Still planning your move? Check out our article on apps to help […]

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]]> The safest cities in Canada, according to the Crime Severity Index /2024/07/the-safest-cities-in-canada-according-to-the-crime-severity-index-0745522.html Wed, 31 Jul 2024 12:00:39 +0000 /?p=45522 Statistics Canada maintains its nationwide database on the incidence and severity of crime in the country, known as the Crime Severity Index (CSI). The CSI, unlike a traditional crime rate (which only counts the number of crimes), also uses police data to consider the seriousness of each crime—providing a more nuanced view of crime levels. […]

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]]> Debunking four myths about life in Canada  /2024/07/debunking-four-myths-about-life-in-canada-0744938.html Sun, 07 Jul 2024 12:00:31 +0000 /?p=44938 There is a lot of misinformation online about what it’s like to live in Canada. As one of the world’s most popular immigration destinations, many people create a picture of life in Canada that either focuses too intently on the positives of living here or only spotlights the negative aspects of life in this country. […]

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]]> Two Canadian cities among the most livable in the world, as Toronto drops out of the top 10 /2024/07/two-canadian-cities-rank-among-the-most-livable-in-the-world-as-toronto-drops-out-of-the-top-10-0745148.html Wed, 03 Jul 2024 12:00:12 +0000 /?p=45148 The Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU) has released their annual report of the world’s most livable cities, with two Canadian cities featuring prominently. Every year EIU conducts their annual assessment and ranking of cities, based on factors including stability, healthcare, culture and environment, education, and infrastructure—to create the Global Livability Ranking. 2024 saw Calgary, which previously […]

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