Intro: Relocating to Montreal is an exciting adventure. As the largest city in the province of Quebec and the second-largest in Canada, Montreal offers a unique blend of history, culture, and opportunities. However, for newcomers, adapting to a bilingual environment where French plays a central role can present challenges, particularly when it comes to [...]
Introduction Montreal, known for its vibrant spirit and myriad of events, has been keeping a secret. You might have heard about Montreal’s events in the summer, like exploring the historic cobblestone streets of Old Port, hiking through the trails of Mont Royal Park or its world-famous Jazz festival. However, there’s another event unlike no [...]
Intro Moving to Montreal is an exciting adventure, but it can also come with a set of challenges, especially when it comes to making friends. But no need to fret, Montreal offers a welcoming and diverse community that's eager to embrace newcomers. In this blog, we'll explore strategies and tips to help you in [...]
A dynamic, cosmopolitan city with so much going for it, tourists and immigrants flock to Montreal from all over the world. But not everyone understands the importance of the French language in this North America city. In fact, French is the official language for business, government and education in Montreal and throughout the Province [...]
In the last few years, families, students, professionals and refugees have been moving to Canada in record numbers. Federal programs and government policies have been making immigration easier, but it's more than just a matter of reducing red tape. In fact, you can come up with all sorts of excellent reasons to move to [...]
You can think of Canada as the big country with a small town feel. By area, it is one of the largest nations on earth, second only to Russia. But by population, it's among the smallest. Most of Canada's residents live in the thin strip along the country's southern border. The rest of the [...]
When you move to Montréal, Canada, you're not likely to suffer from under-stimulation. Perhaps the most culturally diverse city in North America, Montréal is a melting pot of French Europeans, Anglophones and international immigrants, ex-pats and refugees, with a metro population of over 4 million. And if it's entertainment you're looking for, just head [...]
Easily overshadowed by the neighbouring superpower to the south, Canada is actually entitled to its own fair share of bragging rights. It is, after all, the second largest country on earth, by area, after Russia. It's also home to the second largest oil reserves on the planet, after Saudi Arabia. A great number of [...]
It's not uncommon for immigrants and transferees to experience a bit of culture shock when they come to Canada, especially if they're coming from a more distant land in Africa, Asia or the Middle East. Those arriving from countries like Pakistan and Saudi Arabia may be especially surprised by Canadian gender roles and the [...]
If America was a rowdy house party, then Canada would be the friendly neighbor next door who doesn't bother to call the police and file a noise complaint. Famously easy-going, the Canadians have a well-deserved reputation for being kind, courteous and open-minded. We see this in their attitudes towards immigration, minorities and environmental protection. [...]
