Finding affordable auto insurance in Edmonton poses a unique set of challenges for residents. The city’s insurance landscape is characterized by fluctuating rates and an overwhelming array of coverage options, making the task of securing a policy that’s both comprehensive and cost-effective daunting for many. With premiums being influenced by various factors, including individual driving […]
EMPLOYMENT COUNSELLING
The following local organizations provide programs and services for individuals seeking employment: Conestoga Career Centre helps with Second Career and Ontario Skills Development Funding Information, Career Advising, Academic Advisement, Internationally Trained Immigrant Advisement, Labour Market Information, Program Information and Registration, and Preparatory Studies. Focus for Ethnic Women helps visible minority and immigrant women with career counselling, skills […]
EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIES
Employment Strategies for New Immigrants Making a home in a new county with a different culture is challenging. Many immigrants find that it takes a long time to get a good job in their chosen field. Many immigrants do other jobs to make money while they try to get jobs in their field. There are many […]
INDUSTRY AND JOB TRENDS
Waterloo Region has many jobs in a wide range of industries from agriculture to information technology. The labour market is the market in which workers compete for jobs and employers compete for workers. Labour market information tells us what happened in the past and tries to predict what will happen in the future. Labour market […]
FIND A JOB
Looking for a job can be a stressful and difficult process. For many new immigrants it takes a long time to get established in their chosen field. Some choose to change their career or start a business. There are many organizations that can help you find employment and make important employment decisions. The following websites offer […]
EMPLOYMENT
Waterloo Region has a very diverse economy covering a wide range sectors from manufacturing to high-tech industries. The Waterloo Region area historically has one of the lowest unemployment rates in Ontario. Find out more about industry and job trends in Waterloo Region. Making a home in a new county with a different culture is challenging. For many new immigrants […]
IMMIGRATING
Waterloo Region is a great place for newcomers to call home. Find out more about the many reasons toChoose Waterloo Region. Canadian Immigration Process If you want to immigrate to Canada, there are a few ways to apply. Decide which Canadian immigration program will work best for you and your family. Find out about the requirements […]
AFTER YOU ARRIVE
Welcome to Waterloo Region! There are many things to do when you arrive and it can be overwhelming. Here are a few things to get you started. Get Help There are many organizations that help newcomers to Waterloo Region. Some will help you fill out forms, find housing, and find a job. Contact them to […]
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Moving to Waterloo Region is one of the most important choices you will ever make. We are glad that you have decided to make our community your home. On this page are tools and information to help you prepare to come to Canada and Waterloo Region. Checklist: Things to do before you arrive There are […]
CHOOSE WATERLOO REGION
Waterloo Region is a great place for newcomers to call home. Our community is thriving, diverse, and exciting. Residents enjoy the Region’s high living standards and rich culture shaped by immigration from all parts of the world. Newcomers can choose to live in a mid-sized city community or the countryside. Our economy is thriving with […]