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Canada just invited 3,500 tradespeople
Newcomer DigestWhat the Oct 1 draw means for you, plus 4 dates to know this month.
Read moreGood ideas, but quiet in meetings? Read this.
Newcomer DigestThree habits and five phrases to help you speak up and be heard at work.
Read moreUp to $890, tax-free — if the CRA knows you're here
Newcomer DigestThe next payment lands October 5. Make sure you're on the CRA's list.
Read moreCanada Halts Parent & Grandparent Sponsorship—2026 Shutdown Sparks Outrage! 🍁
Newcomer DigestPGP paused! 2026 plans revealed—discover what this means for parents & grandparents
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Thanksgiving Holiday Pay in Canada 2026: Who Gets Paid?
Newcomer DigestThanksgiving is Monday, October 12. See how holiday pay works in Ontario, Alberta, BC, Quebec and federal jobs, plus 4 checks to make before payday.
Read moreHow to Speak Up in Meetings When English Is Not Your First Language
Newcomer DigestMany newcomers stay quiet in Canadian meetings. Learn three simple habits and ready-to-use phrases to prepare, speak early and be heard.
Read moreCGEB for Newcomers: How to Get Benefit Payments in Canada
Newcomer DigestThe Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit pays up to $679 a year and is not taxable. Learn how newcomers get on the CRA's list before October 5.
Read moreExpress Entry 519 CEC Score: What It Means for You
Newcomer DigestCanada invited 2,000 CEC candidates on Sept 15 with a lowest CRS score of 519. See who qualifies, how ties are decided, and how to raise your score.
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