From finding your first rental home to landing your first job, we guide every step of your journey. Start by finding the right home for your new life in Canada.
FIND YOUR FIRST RENTAL IN CANADA
Discover listings from newcomer-friendly landlords in welcoming cities and communities. Use our tools and tips to navigate credit challenges and apply with ease.
RENT AFFORDABILITY CALCULATOR
Use our rent affordability calculator to determine how much you can afford based on your income and province.
Based on your after-tax income and selected mode.
ALL HOUSING SOLUTIONS
Prepare for Canada offers a range of housing options, including home-sharing services and partnered real estate agents.
RENTALS FOR NEWCOMERS
Find your first rental in Canada with confidence. Explore listings from newcomer-friendly landlords in cities and welcoming communities. Navigate credit challenges with tools and tips to help newcomers apply with ease.
AFFORDABLE HOME SHARING
Explore budget-friendly home-sharing options and settle in with supportive roommates and welcoming hosts. A flexible, affordable way to start your life in Canada. It’s free to create a profile, search, apply, and message as many listings as you would like!
AGENT SUPPORT
Connect with real estate agents experienced in working with newcomers. Get professional support to find the right home, navigate local markets, and submit strong rental applications with confidence. No Fees, No Hassle, Just Expert Guidance.
NEWCOMER RESOURCES
Watch live and on-demand webinars packed with expert tips to help you plan your life in Canada.
Explore step-by-step guides that walk you through every stage of settling and building your life in Canada.
Explore helpful blog posts filled with tips, updates, and advice to help you feel informed and confident in your new life in Canada.
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FAQS
You can start looking and applying for jobs online before you arrive — that’s a smart way to get a head start by connecting with employers and networking from abroad. However, you usually cannot officially work (get paid) until you are in Canada with the right legal status (e.g., permanent resident, work permit, or student/work visa, depending on your situation).
Yes — you can rent without Canadian credit history, but you’ll often need to show landlords other proof that you can pay rent. Prepare for Canada explains several strategies for newcomers who don’t yet have credit in our guide, Can You Rent in Canada Without a Credit History?
The exact amount varies based on where you will live (cities like Toronto and Vancouver are more expensive than smaller cities), your lifestyle, and whether you’re alone or with family. Read more in our guide: How Much Money Will I Need to Move to Canada?
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Pathways to Housing
Years Helping Newcomers
Prepare for Canada helps newcomers find safe, newcomer-friendly housing across Canada. We connect people with practical housing solutions — including rental listings, home sharing, and professional support — so they can take their first steps in Canada with confidence.
Alongside housing, we provide trusted guidance and tools to support settlement and long-term success. Our focus is simple: reduce barriers, remove uncertainty, and help newcomers move forward faster.
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