10/15/2026
New to Canada and dreaming of a place to call your own? You may not have to wait years to build a Canadian credit score first.
Many lenders offer New to Canada mortgage programs designed specifically for newcomers. Instead of relying only on Canadian credit, they may consider:
✅ Credit reports from your home country
✅ A history of on-time rent and utility payments
✅ Your employment in Canada and your work history before you arrived
✅ Your down payment and where it came from
Each program has its own requirements, including residency status and time in Canada, so the right lender makes all the difference. A licensed mortgage agent/broker knows which lenders offer newcomer programs and how to present your application with confidence.
📲 Know someone who's new to Canada? Share this with them. Their first Canadian home might be closer than they think.