Understandings Bilingualism in Ottawa
You may know that Canada has two official languages: French and English. These languages have “equality of status and equal
Cultural Adjustment
What’s BIG in Canada?
Canada is a BIG country. Covering 9.98 million square kilometers from ocean to ocean, it is the second largest by
5 Essential Ottawa Mobile Apps for Newcomers
Mobile apps help us with so much these days, from saving money on shopping trips to meeting our fitness goals
Top 10 Reasons Why Expats Love Canada
Canada constantly ranks as one of the top immigrant destinations on the planet and we’re not surprised at all. Moving
Guide to Tipping in British Columbia
Every country has its own etiquette when it comes to tipping service employees like wait staff, bartenders, hair stylists, and taxi drivers, so it’s not surprising that you may be a little confused about what the expectations are when you first more to British Columbia. Here’s a guide to help you feel more comfortable with tipping in British Columbia in a variety of situations.
Toques, Mickeys and Runners, eh? A Transferee’s Guide to Canadianisms.
Things may get a little confusing, but don’t worry, with a little time, and a little help from the Settle-in.com team, you’ll be ordering double doubles, sporting runners and finding a sport in a parkade like a native. Here’s a partial guide to Canadianisms!
New Year’s Customs in Canada
Every country’s traditions are unique, and Canada is no exception. If you’re a newcomer, you may feel nostalgic for your homeland festivities, but don’t let that stop you from getting involved in New Year’s Customs in Canada. To make the celebration even more magical, why not combine the customs of your home country with those of your new home!
8 Things to do during your first days in Vancouver
You’ve been planning your big move for months – booking flights, getting your permits and visas in order, scheduling shipments
12 Interesting Facts About Justin Trudeau
In honor of his victory, we’ve got a list 12 cool facts about Justin Trudeau that may come as a surprise!
Diversity in Toronto
It’s easy to worry about fitting in when relocating to a new country and city, but trust us, Toronto is so diverse that there’s no need to fear. The city of Toronto is growing in leaps and bounds.