This is a compilation of helpful and useful resources for anyone thinking of moving to Canada or already in Canada.

More links will be added as I research and receive more information. 

Recommended Resources for Immigrating, Settling, and Working in Canada

Immigration

• Federal Self Employed Stream (SE)
• Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW) aka Express Entry
• Provincial Nominee Program
• Immigration Quebec
• IELTS Practice Exams

Temporary Accommodation in Canada

• Booking.com
• Hotels.com
• vrbo

Housing Information For Newcomers

• Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Working in Canada

• Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials
• Job Bank Canada
• Volunteer Canada

Settling in Canada

• Service Canada
• Settlement.org (If you’re moving to Ontario)

Self-Employment

• Register Your Business (Ontario)
• Register Your Business (Other Provinces)
• DIY Business Cards

Banking – Chequing & Savings Accounts

• Tangerine – no monthly or annual fees and no minimum balance
• Neo Money Account – up to 2.25%* interest plus a $5 sign-up bonus
• Alterna Bank No Fee Chqueing Account
• Simplii Financial No Fee Chequing Account

Banking – Credit Cards

• Tangerine Money-Back Credit Cards – no annual fees
• Neo Card – no annual fees

Global Money Transfers

• Get $50 after your first transfer with CIBC Global Money Transfer service. Available to transfer money to over 100 countries at $0 transfer fees.

Abi has lived and worked abroad for over 13 years. She loves traveling, reading, and writing. She is a big believer in following your dreams and has been marching to the beat of her unconventional drums for a long time. She funds her adventures by making smart financial decisions and investing wisely. Her top personal finance tools include trading with Questrade, investing change on MOKA, and no-fee banking with Tangerine and Neo Financial. Learn more about Abi HERE.