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It’s an exciting time, and there’s a lot
to do before you leave for Canada. This checklist will
help ensure that you have everything ready when it’s
time to go.
Get your paperwork together —
You’ll want to have your valid immigrant visa,
passport, birth certificate and immunization and health
records up to date and ready to go when you leave. You’ll
find a complete
list of essential documents and important items,
as well as helpful tips, at Citizenship and Immigration
Canada.
Exchange some money into Canadian funds
— When you arrive, you’re likely to need
cash for small purchases, taxis and so on. Use the RBC
Currency Converter to estimate on how many Canadian
dollars your money will buy.
Find out if you qualify for assistance
— Canada offers special benefits programs to assist
certain types of immigrants. Find
out whether you’re eligible.
Lay the groundwork for your finances
— Get to know about Canada’s
monetary system, so you’ll be able to start
planning for major expenses like housing and healthcare
as soon as you arrive.
Get a head start on your banking needs
— You don’t need to wait until you’re
in Canada to start the process for opening
a bank account with RBC Royal Bank.
Check the weather — Depending
on where you are moving, and what
the weather is like there, you and your family may
need special clothing to be comfortable when you arrive.
Make sure your health is protected
— When you arrive, you must apply for a provincial
health card in order to access Canada’s public
healthcare system. You may need to arrange for temporary
private coverage before your Canadian insurance
becomes valid.
Make arrangements for your car —
Here’s what you need to know if you plan on bringing
your vehicle with you to Canada.
Look into becoming a permanent resident or
Canadian citizen — Even before you arrive,
you can start preparing for citizenship
status or permanent
resident status.
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