Arrival Survival Canada

The authors, Naeem "Nick" and Sabrina Noorani, immigrated to Canada from India via Dubai in 1998. Once here, they were bombarded with questions about Canada from friends and family. This led them to publish The Canadian Immigrant Magazine, which has become the go-to resource for immigrants. The magazine spun into a segment on The Link, a weekly radio show on CBC's Radio Canada International, where Nick answers questions from people who want to learn more about immigrating to and living in Canada. Nick is a leading voice for the immigrant community, has won numerous awards and recognitions, and is on the boards of several newcomer agencies

1. Welcome to Canada ; Multiculturalism ; History of Canadian Immigration ; Overview of Canada ; 2. Canada's Major Cities ; Economy ; Climate and Transportation ; Places of Interest ; 3. What to Know Before You Go ; What to Bring With You ; Important Documents ; First Expenses ; 4. First Things First ; SIN Card ; Before Canadian Medical Coverage Starts ; Enrolling Children in School ; 5. Assistance Available ; English Classes ; Employment Insurance ; Financial Assistance ; 6. Medical Coverage ; Health Care System ; Finding a Doctor ; Prescription Medicine ; 7. Accommodation ; Finding a Place to Live ; Tenant Rights ; Buying a House or Condo ; 8. Smart Consumerism ; Paying for Housing, Utilities, and Transportation ; Shopping Tips ; Dressing for Canadian Weather ; 9. Banking, Credit, and Insurance ; Opening a Bank Account ; Getting Good Credit ; Buying Insurance ; 10. Looking for and Landing a Job ; Resumes ; Interviews ; Work Conditions ; 11. Education ; School for Children ; Adult Education ; Financial Assistance ; 12. Driving in Canada ; Getting a Driver's Licence ; Buying a Car ; Car Insurance ; 13. The Law ; Your Rights ; Legal Aid ; Canadian Courts ; 14. Income Taxes ; The Tax System ; Tax Credits ; Foreign Earnings ; 15. Customs and Etiquette ; Families ; Socializing ; Business Etiquette ; 16. Becoming a Citizen ; Applying for Citizenship ; Getting a Passport ; Voting