08/12/2021
Collect your Documents: ⠀
Along with your Canadian immigrant visas (if applicable), permanent residence confirmation and a list of goods you plan to bring to Canada, you will need the following: ⠀
• Valid passports or other travel documents ⠀
• Birth or baptismal certificates ⠀
• School records, education diplomas or degrees, and transcripts
• Medical and dental records, including vaccination records ⠀
• Marriage certificates and divorce or separation papers ⠀
• Adoption records (for any adopted children) ⠀
• Driver’s licences ⠀
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If your documents are not in English or French, obtain a translation of each document from a credible translation agency and include an affidavit from the translator for each document, as well as a certified photocopy of the original documents. ⠀
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Find A Temporary Home: ⠀
Before securing long-term housing, you’ll need temporary lodging. Staying with friends or family is ideal, but if that’s not possible, short-term rental in a central location. Booking your lodgings well in advance will help you save money. ⠀⠀
Look for Employment:⠀
When applying for work opportunities (a useful source is Job Bank), gather your educational diplomas or degrees, as well as trade or professional certificates and licences, and letters of reference from past employers. ⠀
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Some international education, experience and professional credentials may not be recognized in Canada. Consult an approved assessment agency to see if your credentials meet Canadian standards – and find out what to do if they do not. ⠀
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Buy Health Insurance:⠀
Canada has a universal health care system, but there is a waiting period before you’re eligible. During that period, you may want to consider researching options for health coverage. ⠀
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Do Your Research:⠀
One of the best ways to prepare for your move is to practise (or start learning) one of Canada’s official languages: English or French. The ability to speak a local language will help you settle into your new community sooner. ⠀
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Research different communities to find options that appeal to your budget, lifestyle and other needs. Students and parents should research education and schools, too.
