What is a newcomer? An immigrant or refugee who has been in Canada for a short time, usually less than five years is considered a newcomer. Newcomers have access to lots of services at settlement agencies, like language and immigration help. Newcomers greatly contribute to Ontario’s social and economical prosperity. What is the difference between […]
Author: Darrel Pratt
Can A Visitor Drive In Canada In Alberta?
Visitors from another jurisdiction You must carry both the IDP and your valid licence from your home jurisdiction when driving in Alberta. Can Tourists drive cars in Canada? If you aim to drive beyond the 90 days duration as a tourist in Canada, it is essential for you to obtain an International Driver’s Permit (IDP) […]
How Do I Remove A Lien From My Car In Alberta?
How to remove a lien before buying a car in a private sale request that the current car owner pays off the money owed and removes the lien before you buy the car. get proof in writing from the lender that the car’s owner has paid off the money owed and that the lien has […]
What Should I Do First In Canada?
While the process can feel overwhelming, the Canadian government offers many services for newcomers to help every step of the way. 5 Essential Things To Do When You First Arrive in Canada Housing. Health Insurance. Social insurance number. Canadian bank account. Connect with your community. How do I start my life in Canada? Services and […]
What Happens After Landing In Canada?
When you land at the Canadian airport, an immigration officer will verify your details and ask you general questions. If the immigration officer is satisfied with your answers, he will put a stamp on your CoPR letter, confirming your landing into the country as a Canadian resident. What happens after you arrive in Canada? Shortly […]
What Landform Regions Are In Manitoba?
Manitoba is divided by three of Canada’s seven physiographic regions. These three regions are the Hudson Bay Lowland, the physiographic regions and the Interior Plains. What regions can we find in Manitoba? Manitoba is divided into eight economic regions, each with unique competitive advantages and potential opportunities. Manitoba’s economic regions include the Southeast region, South […]
How Is Alberta Rat Free?
Under the Act, it is illegal to import and sell rats in the province, or keep them as pets. A few white rats have been brought in by pet stores, biology teachers and well-meaning individuals who did not know it was unlawful to have rats in Alberta. How did Alberta eradicate rats? Propaganda posters urged […]
Do People Under 18 Get Taxed In Alberta?
At what age do I have to start paying taxes? There is no specific age. It depends on how much income you have earned in a tax year (January 1 – December 31). Do you pay taxes under 18 in Alberta? Is my child now required to file a tax return? As with any Canadian […]
How Many Treaty Territories Are There In Manitoba?
A visit to Manitoba means travelling through Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Territories and through communities who are signatories to Treaties 6 and 10. How many treaties are in Manitoba? Taking the form established by the 1850 Robinson Treaties, the Crown negotiated eleven treaties between 1871 and 1921. These treaties covered the area […]
Do You Get Ccb In Alberta?
The Canada Revenue Agency administers the Alberta child and family benefit, which is a Canada child benefit (CCB) related program, on behalf of the Alberta provincial government. Who gets the Alberta child and family benefit? To be eligible to receive the ACFB, you must be a parent of one or more children under the age […]