{"id":174075,"date":"2024-11-29T13:57:02","date_gmt":"2024-11-29T18:57:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.interac.ca\/?post_type=content&#038;p=174075"},"modified":"2025-05-30T16:56:50","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T20:56:50","slug":"settling-in-canada-tips-on-navigating-your-new-life","status":"publish","type":"content","link":"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/life\/settling-in-canada-tips-on-navigating-your-new-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Settling in Canada: Tips on navigating your new life"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Moving to a new country can be a thrilling adventure. But while it\u2019s a time to explore new opportunities, <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/life\/new-to-canada-how-interac-can-help-make-your-life-here-more-seamless\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">settling in a new place<\/a> also brings new challenges. For those new to Canada, the journey involves learning how to navigate various aspects of daily life, from documents and banking to housing and transportation, to dealing with Canadian winters.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It might seem overwhelming, but there are plenty of resources to help you get started and settle in smoothly and confidently.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-establish-your-identity-nbsp\">Step 1: Establish your identity&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a new Canadian, one of your first orders of business will be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/revenue-agency\/services\/tax\/international-non-residents\/individuals-leaving-entering-canada-non-residents\/newcomers-canada-immigrants.html#h_2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">getting a social insurance number (SIN)<\/a>. You\u2019ll need it to access various government services.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can track your application by logging in with <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/verification\/personal\/sign-into-government-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Interac sign-in service<\/a>, which allows you to verify your identity online using existing login credentials with a participating Canadian financial institution. It\u2019s a simple, seamless experience that over 16 million Canadians use to access government services, and it helps to eliminate the need to create and manage new usernames and passwords. Because when you settle in a new country such as Canada, you may from time to time need to verify that you are who you say you are.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some situations, you may be asked to verify your identity documents using Interac document verification service (for example, if you\u2019re registering for the Canadian Revenue Agency\u2019s (CRA) sign-in services for the first time). This is a convenient way to confirm your identity that doesn\u2019t require sending in physical documentation or in-person visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/verification\/personal\/verify-yourself-using-document-verification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn how Interac document verification service works here.<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking of the CRA, when tax season rolls around, the Canadian government\u2019s website has a wealth of resources on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/revenue-agency\/services\/tax\/individuals\/educational-programs.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">navigating the tax system<\/a>, including a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/revenue-agency\/services\/tax\/international-non-residents\/individuals-leaving-entering-canada-non-residents\/newcomers-canada-immigrants.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">page specifically geared to newcomers.<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"468\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/INT_New-Can_Pillar-Page_Guide-to-Settling-in-Canada_Static_JL-1-468x1024.png.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-174981 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 468px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 468\/1024;width:485px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/INT_New-Can_Pillar-Page_Guide-to-Settling-in-Canada_Static_JL-1-468x1024.png.webp 468w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/INT_New-Can_Pillar-Page_Guide-to-Settling-in-Canada_Static_JL-1-137x300.png.webp 137w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/INT_New-Can_Pillar-Page_Guide-to-Settling-in-Canada_Static_JL-1-768x1681.png.webp 768w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/INT_New-Can_Pillar-Page_Guide-to-Settling-in-Canada_Static_JL-1-702x1536.png.webp 702w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/INT_New-Can_Pillar-Page_Guide-to-Settling-in-Canada_Static_JL-1-935x2048.png.webp 935w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/INT_New-Can_Pillar-Page_Guide-to-Settling-in-Canada_Static_JL-1.png.webp 1167w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 468px) 100vw, 468px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-set-up-a-bank-account-nbsp\">Step 2: Set up a bank account&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Settling in a new country comes with many start-up costs. If you have questions about banking in Canada, the Canadian government has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/financial-consumer-agency\/services\/banking.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a helpful guide<\/a> with details on bank accounts, debit cards, online banking, deposit insurance, and much more, including:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/financial-consumer-agency\/services\/banking\/choosing-financial-institution.html#toc0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Identifying the financial products and services you need<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/financial-consumer-agency\/services\/banking\/choosing-financial-institution.html#toc1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Deciding if you want all your products and services with one financial institution<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/financial-consumer-agency\/services\/banking\/choosing-financial-institution.html#toc2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Types of financial institutions<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/financial-consumer-agency\/services\/banking\/choosing-financial-institution.html#toc3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Consumer protection<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/financial-consumer-agency\/services\/banking\/choosing-financial-institution.html#toc4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Deposit Insurance<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/financial-consumer-agency\/services\/banking\/choosing-financial-institution.html#toc5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fees and interest rates<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/financial-consumer-agency\/services\/banking\/opening-bank-account.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">specific guidance<\/a> on how to open a bank account and what forms of identification will be accepted. It\u2019s important to note that if you aren\u2019t a Canadian citizen, you will likely need to appear at the bank in person to set up your account.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve established an account at a participating Canadian bank or credit union, you can begin using\u202fInterac\u202fDebit to make purchases. A great first step is to add it to your digital wallet on your mobile phone or device\u2014it\u2019s simple if you follow <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/how-to-use\/interac-debit\/how-to-add-your-debit-card-to-a-digital-wallet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our step-by-step how-to guide<\/a>. You will also have the option to quickly and securely <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/how-to-use\/interac-e-transfer\/how-to-send-money-with-interac-e-transfer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">send payments with Interac e-Transfer\u2014here\u2019s how<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s always a good idea to be mindful of potential fraud attempts around financial accounts and transactions. Anti-fraud authorities in Canada offer the following <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/life\/how-to-spot-scams-that-target-newcomers-to-canada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tips on spotting potential scams<\/a>:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Remember that law enforcement and government officials will never demand payment or threaten you with arrest by email or phone.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be skeptical of demands for upfront fees, including fees to be paid by prepaid credit cards, wire transfer services, cryptocurrency and gift cards.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Don\u2019t give out sensitive personal or financial information in response to an incoming communication, including by phone.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-pick-your-phone-plan-nbsp\">Step 3: Pick your phone plan&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For many of us, getting a cell phone up and running might well be the first order of business. But you\u2019ll need identification and a Canadian bank account to do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to choosing the phone service that\u2019s right for you, the Canadian government provides a helpful overview of various plans and options, including detailed information on:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/crtc.gc.ca\/eng\/phone\/mobile\/occa.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Low-cost and occasional-use plans<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/crtc.gc.ca\/eng\/phone\/mobile\/plan.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Talk, text and data<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/crtc.gc.ca\/eng\/phone\/mobile\/num.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Switching providers and keeping your number<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-research-transportation-options-nbsp\">Step 4: Research transportation options&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How you get around will depend on where you live\u2014you might be navigating public transportation in big cities or adjusting to owning a car in more rural areas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interac\u202fDebit is available on participating transit systems across Canada <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/life\/using-interac-debit-to-pay-for-transit-everything-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">to pay for an adult fare<\/a>. This includes the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), Vancouver\u2019s Translink, Ontario\u2019s GO Transit, and more. Click here to see if your local transit authority accepts Interac Debit.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re commuting or travelling by train, VIA Rail will take you all over the country, from British Columbia to Nova Scotia, with plenty of stops in the provinces of Ontario and Quebec.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/life\/new-to-canada-heres-how-to-explore-the-country-like-a-pro\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"910\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/10E4ECF6-7107-4021-8DED-FA82591E3127-910x1024.png.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-174161 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/10E4ECF6-7107-4021-8DED-FA82591E3127-910x1024.png.webp 910w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/10E4ECF6-7107-4021-8DED-FA82591E3127-267x300.png.webp 267w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/10E4ECF6-7107-4021-8DED-FA82591E3127-768x864.png.webp 768w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/10E4ECF6-7107-4021-8DED-FA82591E3127.png.webp 1167w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 910px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 910\/1024;\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 910px) 100vw, 910px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-become-a-savvy-spender-nbsp\">Step 5: Become a savvy spender&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you get settled and establish your budget, it\u2019s important to keep track of your spending. You\u2019ll likely have some one-time costs associated with relocating, but you\u2019ll also be adjusting to a new set of fixed costs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-everyday-expenses-nbsp\">Everyday expenses:&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step in balancing your budget is understanding and managing your daily expenses. When you use <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/payments\/personal\/pay-with-interac-debit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Interac Debit<\/a>, you\u2019re spending your own money in real time, so there are no surprise bills at the end of the month. You can use it for all sorts of expenses, including groceries or household supplies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re paying via an app\u2014perhaps for your morning coffee or ordering lunch\u2014you can set\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/business\/interac-debit-for-in-app-and-in-browser-payments-expands-in-canada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Interac\u202fDebit as the default payment method in the retailer&#8217;s app<\/a> at some coffee shops, food delivery services, gas stations and clothing retailers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, newcomers can download Credit Canada\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.app.budgetbutterfly.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Butterfly app<\/a>, sponsored by Interac, which offers multilingual resources that help empower newcomers to take control of their finances, from budgeting basics to tips for protecting yourself against fraud and real-time currency conversion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/life\/new-to-canada-what-to-expect-from-everyday-expenses\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"910\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/7B33324A-3FC4-4CFA-983A-ACF045BB196C-910x1024.png.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-174168 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/7B33324A-3FC4-4CFA-983A-ACF045BB196C-910x1024.png.webp 910w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/7B33324A-3FC4-4CFA-983A-ACF045BB196C-267x300.png.webp 267w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/7B33324A-3FC4-4CFA-983A-ACF045BB196C-768x864.png.webp 768w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/11\/7B33324A-3FC4-4CFA-983A-ACF045BB196C.png.webp 1167w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 910px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 910\/1024;\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 910px) 100vw, 910px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-costs-for-services-nbsp-nbsp\">Costs for services:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll probably be spending at least some of your budget on services\u2014 including movers, delivery services, contractors and more. Many Canadian service providers accept\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/life\/how-interac-etransfer-can-make-life-easier\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Interac\u202fe-Transfer<\/a> as a payment method, and you can also use Interac e-Transfer to pay individuals like babysitters, tutors, house cleaners and more. Plus, adding payment details into the\u202fInterac\u202fe-Transfer memo field (\u201cApril housecleaning,\u201d \u201cmath tutoring\u201d) can help everyone keep track of these payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sending-money-internationally\">Sending money internationally:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many newcomers to Canada will have family and friends\u2014and quite possibly financial obligations\u2014in another country. For those looking for a convenient way to send money back home, <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/news\/mastercard-and-interac-collaborate-to-give-canadians-a-fast-simple-and-secure-way-to-send-money-globally\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">International Transfer by Mastercard and Interac<\/a> is a secure and convenient way to send money to bank accounts in other countries if offered by your financial through national bank. <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/payments\/personal\/send-receive-money-with-interac-e-transfer\/western-union-money-transfers-via-interac-e-transfer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Western Union money transfers via Interac e-Transfer<\/a> also allow you to send money internationally if you bank with a participating financial institution.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shopping-for-the-seasons-nbsp\">Shopping for the seasons:&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A word to the wise: Don\u2019t forget to <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/life\/new-to-canada-what-to-expect-from-everyday-expenses\/\">budget for Canada\u2019s cold winter<\/a>s. When you\u2019re stocking up on thermal wear, sweaters, parkas, snow boots and mittens to stay warm, Interac Debit helps you stay in charge, by using your own money, straight from your account and authorized by your financial institution in real-time at most retailers. And if you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/life\/the-ultimate-guide-to-buying-and-selling-securely-through-online-marketplaces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shopping second-hand through an online marketplace, Interac e-Transfer<\/a> is a convenient, secure payment option.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Settling in a new country is a big step, but with <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/life\/new-to-canada-how-interac-can-help-make-your-life-here-more-seamless\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the right resources<\/a> (and a positive attitude), before you know it, you\u2019ll feel right at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Use Interac e-Transfer to take the financial stress out of moving.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"button-ochre-block_647e12483932dde875fd23086e4ba3ee\" class=\"button-link\">\n    <div class=\"grid-container\">\n        \n                        <div class=\"grid-x grid-padding-x align-center\">\n                        \n            <a href=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/content\/life\/money-movers-use-interac-e-transfer-to-help-take-some-of-the-financial-stress-out-of-moving\/\" class=\"button-ochre\" aria-label=\"Learn how here\">Learn how here<\/a>\n            \n                            <\/div>\n                    \n    <\/div>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moving to a new country can be a thrilling adventure. But while it\u2019s a time to explore new opportunities, settling in a new place also brings new challenges. 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