ImmigrationUnderstanding Canadian Taxes for Newcomers
Taxes in Canada can feel overwhelming when you first arrive. The system is different from what most newcomers are used to back home, and the rules around who pays what, when, and…
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City guide · Manitoba
Discover Winnipeg – Your Guide to Local Businesses, Culture & Community
Discover Desi Winnipeg: South Asian businesses, temples and gurdwaras, community events and services, in a city where newcomers find room to grow.
About the city
Everything You Need to Know About Winnipeg
Winnipeg, Manitoba's capital, grew up at The Forks, where the Red and Assiniboine rivers meet. Its economy rests on manufacturing, aerospace, agriculture, transportation and health care, housing is among the most affordable of any big Canadian city, and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights stands at the city's heart.
Many South Asian families came through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program, and the community has grown quickly in The Maples, Amber Trails, Garden City and Waverley West. You will find Punjabi, Gujarati and other South Asian grocers, restaurants, temples, gurdwaras and mosques, along with many international students at the University of Manitoba and Red River College Polytechnic.
Winters are famously cold, but summers are warm and bright, and every August Folklorama fills the city with pavilions celebrating cultures from around the world, India among them.
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Browse Winnipeg
Every category with businesses in the city, and how many there are.
City guide
Discover Winnipeg – Your Guide to the City
Get to know Winnipeg like never before! From its stunning landscapes to vibrant neighborhoods, our blogs cover everything you need to know about this dynamic city.
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ImmigrationHow to Build a Strong Credit Score in Canada
Building a strong credit score in Canada is one of the smartest financial moves you can make — whether you are a newcomer just finding your footing or someone who has been…
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EducationBalancing Work, Education, and Family Life as an Immigrant
Moving to a new country brings hope, opportunity, and the chance to build a better future. However, for many immigrants in Canada, life quickly becomes a balancing act. Between working long hours,…
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ImmigrationCommon Mistakes New Immigrants Make and How to Avoid Them
Canada is an excellent choice for a better life, as it offers a broad range of new opportunities, career growth, and a better future. But getting accustomed to a new country has…
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ImmigrationFirst 90 Days in Canada: A Newcomer's Survival Guide
Canada is very exciting to land in, but the first few months could be confusing as well. There is so much to navigate in a short period of time, from finding somewhere…
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EducationProfessional Certifications That Can Boost Your Career in Canada
Canada is a great place to build your career as a skilled worker. However, jobs are scarce now, and education or work experience may no longer be enough in the current job…
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For families
Winnipeg for Desi Families – Explore, Connect & Thrive
Winnipeg is a friendly place to build a life. This guide helps Desi families find the businesses and services they need.
- Indian and Pakistani grocers, sweet shops, restaurants and clothing stores
- Realtors, mortgage brokers, accountants, insurance agents and immigration consultants
- Gurdwaras, mandirs, mosques and community organisations
- Family neighbourhoods, from The Maples and Amber Trails to Waverley West and Bridgwater
- Diwali, Vaisakhi, Eid and Folklorama, plus community events through the year
Start exploring Desi Winnipeg today.
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