Helping newcomers understand the nuances of corporate culture in Canada
Understanding the unique aspects of Canadian business can be critical to a newcomer’s professional success. Windmill spoke to Newcomer career coach Eno Eka who shares what immigrants and refugees need to thrive and reach their career advancement goals.
How to protect your money as a newcomer to Canada
The Canadian financial system is among the safest and strongest in the world but newcomers must be careful to avoid fringe financial services to protect their savings. Windmill partner, Prosper Canada, highlights what you need to know to keep your hard-earned income safe.
Finding a home in your new country: Tips for newcomers in search of affordable housing
Housing affordability is an issue top of mind among new immigrants and refugees to Canada. We connect with Renters for Newcomers to help new Canadians understand the housing landscape.
Getting settled in Canada: Five things for immigrants and refugees to get used to about life in your new country
Newcomers sometimes have difficulty adjusting to different aspects of life in Canada. From preparing a weather-proof winter wardrobe to getting to know public transit in the community in which you’ll be working and living, there are a number of steps new Canadians can take to make their transition to Canada, smoother.
What Windmill’s newcomer clients love about life in Canada
Three Windmill Microlending newcomer clients share their stories of what they appreciate most about Canada.
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Improving wellness by investing in yourself
Windmill’s blog takes a look at life away from work, highlighting the importance of self-care, the value of downtime and unique experiences new Canadians can explore in their new country.
Caring for our health care workers
We offer advice to help internationally-educated healthcare professionals achieve wellness in the workplace, grow in their leadership skills and plan for a successful career in Canada.
Putting newcomers to work in Canada, faster
We take a look at the power of rapid microcredentials, the value of your international education as well as the best routes to accreditation in health care.
Information and resources to help you launch and advance your career
From understanding the education you need to get reaccredited to financial planning and job search tips, you’ll find everything you need to succeed in your Canadian career within Windmill’s new Career Planning and Success Centre.