As you explore/prepare for possible visit or immigrating to Canada, covering the following will make your travel experience easier.
- Familiarize yourself with Canada, its geo-political, socio-economic and legal structures and rules.
- Gather all your/your family’s important personal Identity, educational and Employment records required for visa and future education, credential evaluation and employment.
- Ensure that you bring your travel document & visa with you
- If immigrating permanently, you should obtain educational records/transcript of your family
- You may require travel Insurance depending on your visa category
- Remember to evaluate the financial requirement of your travel/move and prepare accordingly
- Please be sure to verify from your country and financial institution process & rules for transferring money to Canada.
- Initiate search and arrange for temporary or permanent housing before arrival
- Initiate job search as soon as possible before/after arrival
- Research online about availability of integration services and delivery agencies in the region.
- For permanent residents & temporary foreign workers, apply for free your social insurance number & health cards upon arrival.
- Enquire about registering your children in school