Do you feel unwelcome here?

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!

Please do us a favour and don’t gatekeep. Share this with a friend …or foe (lol)

IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER

• Do you feel unwelcome here?

• Cheaper Dental Care: Terms and Conditions

• The 411 on top resources, opportunities and

• These Companies are Hiring!

DO YOU FEEL UNWELCOME HERE?

Hi there! I trust you had a fantastic week.

Is it just me or do you also feel the tension rising against immigrants recently? Canada used to be known as the country that ‘loves’ and welcomes immigrants with open arms but looks like that narrative is starting to shift.

With rising concerns about housing and career opportunities, anti-immigrant groups are constantly committing horrendous hate crimes. According to the latest figures from Statistics Canada, hate crimes reported by the police more than doubled from 2019 to 2023, with 44.5% of incidents in 2023 motivated by race or ethnicity.

Seeing how hate crimes have escalated from just a few grumps into full riots and protests in the UK, I would advise you to stay safe out there and watch your back. Bad Economy + Inflation + Housing Shortages + Increase in Unemployment? The maths is simple.

The people are looking for who to blame and sadly, we, the immigrants are the easy targets.

Have you ever been a victim of any form of hate crime here in Canada? Please give me the 411.

YOUR DENTAL CARE CAN BE CHEAPER BUT WHERE DO YOU LIVE?

Great news???

Nearly 75% of dentists are now accepting patients through the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), but participation rates depend on where you live.

For example, in the Maritimes, Nunavut, Yukon, and the Northwest Territories, fewer dentists are on board. In New Brunswick, only 40% of dentists accept patients through the CDCP, and it’s even lower in the three territories, where just 38% participate.

See if you’re eligible

IT’S NOT YOU. IT’S ME?

ACTUALLY NO. IT’S YOUR C.V!

Finding a job anywhere is a full-time job. Now, finding a job as a new immigrant in Canada is a full-time job + multiple side hustles. Just imagine doing all that wrong.

If you’ve been winging it with your resume and portfolios, it’s time to stop ‘cos honestly, that approach is penny-wise, pound foolish.

What if I told you that you could increase your interview callback rate by a whopping 70% with this resource I found?

Check it out here.

TEA O’CLOCK

INSPIRE ✨

“..........However, my advice would be to explore friendships and relationships that transcend race. Some of the deepest bonds I have established have been with people from other races.”

Ali Duale’s journey from a Somali refugee to a member of the Nova Scotia provincial legislature is an inspiring story of overcoming adversity and giving back to the community that welcomed him with open arms.

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! 💼

SALT XC

• 3D Artist

• Account Director

• Creative Director

• UX Designer (Freelance)

• Finance Manager

KOHO

• Creative Copywriting Lead

• Brand Marketing Manager

• Security Analytics and Incident Response Analyst

• Product Manager

• Data Scientist (Credit Risk)

7shifts

• Customer Support Representative

• Product Designer

• Content Marketing Specialist

• Performance Marketing Manager

• Senior Accountant, Revenue

See more jobs

HERE’S WHAT’S UP 🤝

• COVID is still causing deaths in Canada, but not at peak pandemic levels

• The Bank of Canada just cut its lending rate—here’s how it might affect you

• Also, how will the latest interest rate cut affect housing prices? Find out

• From fires to floods, Canada faced a record number of insurance claims in 2024

• Why Canadian politics just got more unpredictable

TOP RESOURCES FOR YOU 🗃️

Education and Skill Development 

• Stand out in the Canadian job market with these tips

• Money issues? This is how to fund your education as a newcomer student in Canada

• An ECA confirms your education level and is important for your Canadian migration. Here's all you need to know

• TRIEC will connect you with job opportunities and enhance your skills as an immigrant

• Public libraries in Canada offer free job skills and settlement tools. Find one near you

Health and Well-being

• Check out the latest health trends in Canada for 2024

• You need these 90+ mental health resources in Canada

Cultural Integration

• 8 ways to meet new people and grow your network in Canada

• Want to connect and contribute? Check out the top volunteer organizations in Canada

DON’T MISS THESE! 👔

• Wellbeing at Work Summit 2024 | Learn More 

• Career Cappuccino | Learn More

• Career Fair: Exclusive Tech Hiring Event | Learn More

• Vancouver Career Fair & Training Expo Canada | Learn More

• Toronto Tech & Finance Networking Event | Learn More

SOME TOOLS YOU SHOULD CHECK OUT! 👔

• Vrew - saves you time on manual transcription by generating captions from your video's speech

• Shortly - fixes your writer’s block

• NeutralText - saves you time and money by automating your content operations

• Microsoft Mesh - lets you attend meetings as animated versions of yourself without using a camera

• Murf.ai -  generates natural-sounding voiceovers from text or adjusts your own recordings

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