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IRCCAlways check the current rules on Canada.ca before you act◆EXPRESS ENTRYUnderstand your CRS score and prepare your proof in advance◆PROVINCESA Provincial Nominee nomination can be decisive for your profile◆WORKClosed or open permit: check the conditions printed on the permit◆QUEBECQuebec selects through the CSQ, separate from federal Express Entry◆CITIZENSHIPPhysical presence and tax filing count toward your application◆DOCUMENTSKeep a consistent file: dates, names and translations must match◆BUDGETPlan your first months and keep a safety margin before arrival◆IRCCAlways check the current rules on Canada.ca before you act◆EXPRESS ENTRYUnderstand your CRS score and prepare your proof in advance◆PROVINCESA Provincial Nominee nomination can be decisive for your profile◆WORKClosed or open permit: check the conditions printed on the permit◆QUEBECQuebec selects through the CSQ, separate from federal Express Entry◆CITIZENSHIPPhysical presence and tax filing count toward your application◆DOCUMENTSKeep a consistent file: dates, names and translations must match◆BUDGETPlan your first months and keep a safety margin before arrival◆
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Living in Canada

Preparing your arrival, settlement services, housing, health, finances, taxes and everyday integration.

Settling in Canada: a newcomer's first steps, week by week
Living in Canada

Settling in Canada: a newcomer's first steps, week by week

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Housing for newcomers in Canada: finding your first home without a credit history
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Housing for newcomers in Canada: finding your first home without a credit history

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Cost of living in Canada: planning your budget before you arrive
Living in Canada

Cost of living in Canada: planning your budget before you arrive

How to build a realistic cost of living in Canada budget before you land: main expense buckets, your safety cushion, big cities versus regions and the traps to dodge.