The Canadian federal government has launched a new website to help newcomers get all the information they need to successfully settle down in the country.
The new tool, at servicefornewcomers.cic.gc.ca, is a sort of a one-stop gateway for new immigrants and even new citizens in Canada.
It is divided into community and government services, and provides information on a vast range of issues – from getting driving licenses, to opening a bank account and finding language courses. It also has information on the various federal, provincial/territorial and other state services given.
Immigrants will also be able to e-mail the results of their searches to themselves, family members or others.
The government says it will continuously update and expand the website.
The new online resource is part of a multi-step government plan to help newcomers settle down in the country.
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Hello,
I have made my first landing in calgary and completed initial formalities , like PR , bank account , cr card, SIN, etc in nov 2009 and am planning to return permanantly by May 2010. Now am in UAE.
i have few quaries , kindly help.
a) I am having Abu Dhabi – UAE license issued in 2000. what is the procedure to get a alberta license thru UAE license.
b)if I took a international licence from uae before i am leaving , can i drive in alberta right away and the validity period ? the validity period starts from the date of issue or after landing ?
waiting for your reply.
Jvarghese.