Do you really need that life insurance plan?

Welcome to another edition of New Local👋

If you’ve been looking for a resource to help you navigate work-life in Canada like you’ve lived here forever, you’re in for a ride!

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In Today's Newsletter

• Much ado about Life Insurance plans

• How to build a reputable + high-paying career in Canada

• These Companies are Hiring!

  • More Updates and Opportunities

    • Check out these tool

DO YOU REALLY NEED THAT LIFE INSURANCE?

So, I want to talk about insurance... (Coughs and sneezes in controversy).

When I first arrived in Canada, I was shocked by the number of Africans (friends, family, and frenemies) who bombarded me with various 'life' insurance plans. In fact, to this day, there’s this distant Nigerian cousin of mine who’s not talking to me '’cause I refused to throw my common sense in the trashcan and buy the life insurance plan she recommended.

Guess what I soon discovered? 80% of them are pitching this 'great life' insurance plan to you ’cause of the commissions they’ll get. Chances are, if you go ahead and buy that plan, you’ll have bought something as useless as a chocolate teapot.

Most times, new immigrants are the sweetest and ripest targets because you’re just settling in and don’t know much about the life insurance system in Canada.

Do you need life insurance?

Absolutely! Canada is known for its amazing universal healthcare system, but it doesn't cover everything. That's where you need private insurance to protect yourself and your family from unexpected medical expenses, as well as other risks like property damage and liability.

But what kind of insurance do you really, really, really need?

Find out here and save yourself from scammers.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SCALE YOUR CAREER IN CANADA

Building a reputable and well-paying career in Canada requires strategy.

In my little time here, I've seen a lot of new immigrants trying to navigate the job market by winging it.

By all means, go for that networking event, edit your resume with ChatGPT, look for referrals, and do everything they've told you could help you land a job here.

However, there's something better, smarter, and easier you could do: invest in career branding.

If you know you have the right skills but have been struggling to land a good job, this might be the missing piece in your puzzle. We've helped thousands of professionals with better resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles land high-paying, reputable jobs in Canada with our tailored career branding service .

We can help you too. Just reach out to us.

TEA O’CLOCK

INSPIRE ✨

“It’s okay to write it in your own words — why are you doing it, what you need the funding for, and what you think you’ll be able to achieve,”

Agnes Yaa Serwaa Somuah moved from Ghana to Canada in 2008, facing cultural challenges like understanding the concept of personal space and adjusting to life in a new country. Inspired by these struggles, she dedicated herself to helping African youth and families through her work with SCDO, securing funding to create lasting support and stronger community connections.

COMMUNITY CORNER 🔗

Transitioning into Canadian professional life comes with its fair share of surprises. From workplace customs to everyday interactions, the cultural journey is full of eye-opening moments. As people who have navigated the rollercoaster of cultural transitions, we know firsthand how impactful those 'aha' moments can be.

We are eager to learn about your own experiences – the good, the bad, the unexpected, and the downright hilarious! Reach out to us below 👇

LOOK WHO’S HIRING! 💼

Cohere

• Senior Accountant

• Social Media Strategist

• Research Internship

• Director, Engineering Fellow NLP

• Software Engineering Tech Lead, Developer Experience

Clear Estate

• Product Designer

• Account Executive (Toronto)

• Account Executive (Montréal)

• Customer Success Manager (Toronto)

• Customer Success Manager (Montréal)

Savaria

• Client Care Coordinator

• Marketing Coordinator

• Quality Manager

• Field Installation Coordinator

• Sales Representative

See more jobs

HERE’S WHAT’S UP 🤝

• Updated COVID-19 vaccines are rolling out in pharmacies near you

• Ontario increases minimum wage. Is it enough to live on as a newcomer?

• Seems like private-label food is here to stay, no thanks to inflation

• Is Canada joining other top countries to develop ‘top-secret’ cloud networks

• Did you know that this is the world’s most dangerous route for migrants?

TOP RESOURCES FOR YOU 🗃️

Education and Skill Development 

• Need mentors to support your academic and career goals? Check this out

• Become a skilled immigrant easily with this program

• Take these 10 steps to learn a new skill fast

• Master your career in Canada with this pro advice from a Standard Chartered VP

• Six tips to continuously improve in your Canadian career

Health and Well-being

• How to apply for health insurance as an immigrant

• Learn how to find a family doctor, access emergency care, and manage prescriptions as an immigrant

Cultural Integration

• Get familiar with the Canadian banking system

• How other newcomers are settling into Canada & getting relevant information

DON’T MISS THESE! 👔

• The Small Business Summit 2024 | Learn More 

• 2025 Economic Outlook | Learn More

• Women in Tech Montreal - OutGeekWomen | Learn More

• Canada’s 1st Real Estate Tech Summit | Learn More

• Creating Spaces for Mental Health: The Role of the Workplace | Learn More

SOME TOOLS YOU SHOULD CHECK OUT! 👔

• Babbel - helps you master new languages in the most engaging and interactive way

• Publer - manages your social media platforms in one single place, with powerful & user-friendly tools

• YNAB - helps you take control of your money without stress

• Contlo - engages your customers across all channels: email, WhatsApp, SMS, and more in real time

• Vrew - enhances your video with easy captioning and accurate script-subtitles

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