For Latin Americans moving to Canada

Everything they
don't tell you
before you go

The honest, practical guide written from a LATAM perspective. No legal jargon, no generic advice — just what actually works when you land.

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Your first 90 days,
mapped out

01
Pre-departure checklistDocuments, bank accounts & what to close before leaving
02
First 7 days survival planSIN, phone, transit card — in the right order
03
Cultural work guideMistakes that cost Latin Americans jobs
04
Winter survival kitWhat you actually need vs. what they tell tourists
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Three stages,
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Stage 01

Before you go

Trámites, documents, banking setup — everything to do before you board the plane.

The complete document checklist
Open a Canadian bank before landing
What LATAM residents always forget
Stage 02

First 90 days

SIN number, apartment hunting, cell plan, and surviving your first winter.

How to get your SIN in one day
Renting without Canadian credit history
The winter gear you actually need
Stage 03

Work & money

How Canadian taxes work, workplace culture differences, and improving your English fast.

Canadian taxes explained simply
Workplace culture: what shocks Latinos
Best apps to improve your English

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