Canadian Permanent Residents: Securing a Job

Permanently immigrating to Canada is a very exciting thing to do as this beautiful country is full of wonderful opportunities and has all kinds of excellent facilities. One of the most important assets you need is good communication skills to help you integrate and find a suitable job. Canada has two official languages: English and French. The best language to learn if you do not already speak it, is the one that is the most normally spoken in the region where you intend to live on a permanently. There is a lot of help available in terms of learning English and French, so you will be feeling at home as soon as possible.

Health Insurance Options for a Permanent Resident

Healthcare is one service that should be on your list after achieving permanent resident status. A Canadian permanent resident has the right to apply for public health insurance that allows most services without payment.

It is important to find relevant information regarding the health care plan of a specific province. The CIC provides a list of the ministries of health that an immigrant can use before starting the application process.