Author: Muriel Schmidt

CMPA applicants from outside of Canada can start the process of opening a Canadian bank account and then finalize the process upon arrival in Canada. By starting this process, applicants can acquire the banking information needed to complete a CMPA application. Can I open a Canadian bank account if I’m not a resident? Can foreigners […]

Opening a bank account if you’re not a Canadian citizen You may be able to open a bank account with the proper identification in Canada even if: you’re not a Canadian citizen. you live in another country. Can a non-resident Canadian Open a bank account in Canada? According to the Government of Canada, non-residents holding […]

How much does it cost to maintain a car? In the US, AAA reports that a vehicle owner (whose car meets the 20,000 km/year mark) can expect to pay approximately $1,186 per year in maintenance fees. Comparably in Canada, it could average out to $1,400 to $1,500 per annum. How much does it cost to […]

Starting October 1, 2022, all COVID-19 border requirements, including vaccination, mandatory use of ArriveCAN, and any testing and quarantine/isolation requirements will end for all travellers entering Canada whether by land, air or sea. You need a visitor visa to travel to Canada. What do you need to visit Canada by car? Travelers driving into Canada […]

This course requires that you complete 20 hours of in-class learning + 10 hours of independent study + 10 hours of in-car lessons with one of our knowledgeable and licensed driving instructors. How many driving lessons do I need before a test? The average learner needs 20 hours of practice to pass the driving test, […]

If you live in Canada and wish to apply for U.S. benefits: Visit or write any U.S. Social Security office located along the U.S.-Canadian border; or. Contact any Canadian or Quebec Social Security office. How do I report U.S. Social Security in Canada? Report on line 11500 of your return the full amount in Canadian […]

If you are a new driver trying to get your G2 license for the first time, you have to wait 8 to 12 months after you pass the G1 written exam. If you complete a certified driving school, you only have to wait for 8 months instead of the full year. What’s the fastest you […]

Before we jump in, it’s important to remember that it’s illegal to drive without insurance whether the car you’re driving is yours, or it’s borrowed. In Canada, it’s the law that you must drive with a valid insurance policy to protect you, as well as everyone around you. Can you drive a car home after […]

These corporations may include the following: Corporations owned by the Crown (wholly-owned or in some cases 90% owned by the Crown); Certain agricultural organizations, boards of trade, and chambers of commerce; Certain labour organizations; Housing companies; Insurers of farmers and fishermen; What corporations are exempt from taxes? Some of the most common types of exempt […]

You can talk to individual insurance companies or work with a broker who can approach insurers on your behalf to find the coverage that best meets your needs. Either way, in order to buy car insurance, you must have a valid driver’s license. Can you get car insurance without a license in Canada? You must […]