Resources

Work
Working in Canada
All workers are protected by labour laws, even if they get paid in cash and even if they don’t have valid immigration papers or status.
Daily Life
Personal Finance
Many banks offer deals to newcomers who want to open a new account with them.
Immigration
Refugees
There are different types of refugees, but they are generally eligible for public services. However, they can't vote.
Immigration
Refugees
Convention refugee students and all protected persons in Canada can apply for the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).
Daily Life
Transportation
If you are a new driver, you must get a G1, G2, and finally, a full Class G Licence to drive in Ontario.
Immigration
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Canada was built on the exploitation of enslaved people, who were segregated after slavery ended. Systemic racism continues to this day.
Daily Life
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Do you know what the Age of Majority is and how it affects you as a newcomer youth in Ontario? Let's break it down.
Health
Physical Health
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada has many free supports, resources and services available to youth and their families.
Daily Life
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It’s important to explore both your sexual and gender identity, and your relationship to your faith, but it can be hard to harmonize both.
Daily Life
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Whether you immigrated with your family, as a student, or to work, there’s a lot to do when settling in a new country!
School
Universities, Colleges and More
In Ontario, students interested in going to university use a centralized application service to apply for admission.
Health
Sexual Health
LGBTQ+ students in a new country face many unique challenges. However, they don’t have to face them alone, there are resources available.