IVEY Group has a team of expert international recruiters that recruit from over 13 Countries worldwide and has vast experience in the Canadian job market.
Throughout our practice and experience, we have curated a list of Frequently Asked Questions used to help candidates answer some questions and eliminate doubts associated with moving and working in rural and smaller towns in Canada.
Using our own experiences as individuals who have immigrated to Canada, and as an organization who has expert knowledge in recruiting, we understand some of the questions that Candidates have before coming to Canada.
Here are some Frequently Asked Questions regarding Recruitment through IVEY Group
1.What are the benefits of living in a smaller town in Canada?
There are so many incredible benefits to living in one of Canada’s smaller and rural communities. Overall living expenses are cheaper — specifically, living costs, food costs and transportation costs, and residents have more disposable income to pocket at the end of each year.
Community wise, there is a welcoming sense of community in smaller towns. In addition to beautiful landscapes and breath-taking scenery, smaller towns offer a greater environment to spur innovation, foster new skills and feel part of a community.
Smaller communities are also wholesome places to raise a family and begin a new journey of integrating into Canadian culture. They offer the same Canadian feel as bigger cities, however have access to more experiences, such as ice skating in the park, apple picking in the fall, and swimming in one of the many lakes located in the North.
2. Are there any resources available to help me when I’m in Canada?
There are many resources available to newcomers to Canada — both nationally and locally. Each community has a settlement service, or access to a settlement service that will help with your integration. These services are important tools that provide a wide range of referrals and resources, such as:
- English Language classes
- Information about schooling for your children
- Information about public services in the community
- Community events
To locate a settlement service near you, please visit: https://settlement.org/
3. When can I bring my family to Canada?
We recommend bringing your family to Canada at least 3 months after your arrival. This will give you time to pass your probation period, obtain health insurance, and get accustomed to the way of life in Canada.
There are also many associated costs in bringing your family to Canada, and this probationary period will allow you to save appropriately in preparation for your family’s arrival and integration.
4. How much money do I need to move to Canada?
There are several expenses to consider before immigrating to Canada. We recommend bringing $2000 — $3000 CAD in preparation for your integration. This will cover:
- Flights
- Health Insurance
- Accommodations (first and last months rent)
- Necessities for settlement
- Food
- Materials for work
- Furniture
5. How long will IVEY continue support after I come to Canada?
IVEY Group offers support for the entirety of your probation period. Our integration team conducts a series of follow-ups to ensure you are integrating properly and adjusting to your new work and home environment.
We highly encourage you to do some research about Canada and get to know more about the country before coming. There are lots of amazing opportunities here, and getting ahead and learning as much as you can before you come will truly help with your integration.
We look forward to welcoming you to our Canadian borders and helping you with your journey to Canada.
