IRCC Fact Sheets for Newcomers to Canada

This resource provides official fact sheets from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that explain key topics immigrants may encounter when preparing for life and settlement in Canada. It covers areas such as arriving in Canada, finding housing, accessing health care, employment, education, and daily life.
Free resource. Provided by Planning for Canada. No registration required.

What is IRCC Fact Sheets for Newcomers to Canada?

IRCC Fact Sheets for Immigrants to Canada are official publications from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that help people understand what to expect when arriving and settling in Canada. They provide easy-to-access information on topics such as arriving in Canada, housing, healthcare, working, studying, and daily life.

What This Resource Covers

  • Understanding practical information for the first few weeks after arrival
  • Getting information on finding housing and settling into a community
  • Learning how healthcare, employment, and education systems work in Canada
  • Accessing official government information in multiple languages
Free resource. Provided by Planning for Canada. 
No registration required.

Related Support from Planning for Canada

This resource is a preview of the comprehensive support available through Planning for Canada. If you are eligible, live workshops, one-on-one planning sessions, connections to in-Canada advisors and self-directed e-learning can help you turn information into a clear path.

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