Welcome BC Newcomers’ Guide includes information related to BC about:

• Getting Started

• Settling In

• Finding a Place to Live

• Money and Banking

• Health Care

• Education

• Help for individuals and families

• Driving

• Employment and Business

• Legal system, government and immigration

The Welcome to Canada Guidebook includes information related to Canada about Canada:

• a brief overview

• Sources of information

• Your rights and freedoms in Canada

• Canadian law and justice

• Important documents

• Improving your English and/or French

• Employment and Income

• Education

• Housing

• Health care in Canada

• Money and finances

• Transportation

• Communications and media

• Community connections

In the Living in Canada tool, answer a few simple questions to get the help you need to settle in Canada and learn all about living here.

Working in Canada is a federal website with information on a wide range of areas, including

• Get your credentials assessed

• Get help finding a job

• Improving your English and/or French

• Social Insurance Number

• Find free newcomer services near you

• Link to federal Job Bank

• Help Centre if you have questions about working in Canada

Useful information about education for parents and teachers. Featured topics include

• B.C.’s New Curriculum

• Certificates of Graduation

• Teacher Certification

• Scholarships, Grants, Awards & Bursaries

• StrongStart BC

Useful federal government website with information on student aid: education savings for your child, planning for post-secondary education, student loans, grants and scholarships, and continuing education.

An essential workbook for newcomers. View the workbook online or download your own copy here. Sections include:

• Living in British Columbia

• Learning English

• Finding a job in British Columbia

• Work-related documents

• Education and academic credentials

• Important links