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Oluwaseye Adesina
October 20, 2024

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

It’s Raining Benefits!

I just love how the Canadian government intentionally ensures new immigrants feel welcome and empowered to thrive.

If you’re reading this as a low-income earner or newbie in town, there are a couple of benefits you might be eligible to cash out on. Here are the top three that are due this week.

  • Canada Workers Benefit (CWB): This refundable tax credit supports low-income workers. You can learn more and apply here.

  • Canada Child Benefit (CCB): This benefit provides tax-free monthly payments to help with the cost of raising children under 18. Find out more here.

  • Canada Carbon Rebate (Canada Climate Action Incentive Payment): This program is designed to help offset the costs associated with federal pollution pricing, this rebate is issued quarterly. Find out if you’re just in time for Q4.

Don’t sleep on these benefits. Get all the info you need.

ATTENTION: EARLY CHILDHOOD ASSISTANTS

Are you looking for a rewarding full-time role in early childhood education? (Or know someone who is?).

A reputable childcare centre is hiring an Early Childhood Assistant to join their team. You’ll be responsible for educating and caring for young children in a nurturing classroom environment. You also get to work alongside Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) to develop and implement age-appropriate curricula and communicate with parents about their child’s progress.

TEA O’CLOCK

INSPIRE ✨

“As I lay in my South Vancouver apartment, in a province where only one per cent of its population identifies as Black, I can’t help but wonder why provincial and national borders stop me from feeling culturally connected to....”

Kikachi Memeh, a Nigerian journalist and cultural producer, shares an inspiring story of staying connected to her Nigerian roots while navigating cultural isolation in Canada. Even when feeling out of place, she boldly challenges limited perceptions of her identity and advocates for the recognition of her distinct heritage.

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! 💼

Fidelity Canada

Achievers

Mini Mall Storage Properties

HERE’S WHAT’S UP 🤝

TOP RESOURCES FOR YOU 🗃️

Education and Skill Development 
Health and Well-being

Cultural Integration

DON’T MISS THESE EVENTS! 👔

EVENTS BY AFRICANS FOR AFRICANS
SOME TOOLS YOU SHOULD CHECK OUT! 👔

  • ChatGPT for Profit: A Tech Talk for Non-Techies | Learn More 

  • Toronto Big Business, Tech & Entrepreneur Professional Networking Soiree | Learn More

  • Business Growth Tradeshow | Learn More

  • Hacks for Tackling Burnout | Learn More

  • Clinical Day in Pain Management | Learn More

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