Guides for newcomers moving to Canada
Plain-English guides on documents, landing, health cover, banking, housing, work and settling in. Each one links to its official source and shows the date we last verified it. General information, not immigration advice.
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Applying and tracking your Canada application
Most Canadian applications are made and tracked online through an IRCC account. How it works, what happens after you submit and how to stay on top of...
VerifiedBiometrics for Canada: fingerprints and photo
Biometrics are your fingerprints and photo. Who gives them, when IRCC asks, where to go and what the fee covers, with the official page.
VerifiedCanada immigration medical exam, explained
Many applications need an immigration medical exam with an approved doctor. Why it is needed, who does it, when to book and what to bring.
VerifiedCanada immigration pathways: how each works
How Canada’s main routes work in outline: Express Entry, provincial nominees, employer work permits and family sponsorship. No advice, just official p...
VerifiedLanguage tests and ECA for Canada, explained
Many routes ask for an approved language test and some ask for an education credential assessment (ECA). What each is, who does it and what to know.
VerifiedPolice certificates for Canada, explained
A police certificate shows you have no criminal record, or shows it. Here is who may need one, how to get it, why timing matters and how to submit it.
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