How Pre-Arrival Services Empower Immigrants to Succeed in Canada Before They Arrive
This article shares the impactful story of the Planning for Canada (PfC) pre-arrival Program. Since 2007, Planning for Canada has supported more than 65,000 immigrants from 111 countries, helping them build confidence, make informed decisions, and arrive better prepared to thrive.
Every year, thousands of newcomers begin their journey to Canada filled with hopes, dreams, and questions. Where will I live? How do I find a job? What should I expect in my first weeks?
The good news is, you don’t have to wait until you land in Canada to get answers. With free, IRCC-funded pre-arrival services, you can start preparing for life in Canada from the moment your immigration application is approved.
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Why Pre-Arrival Services Matter
With nearly one in four Canadians born abroad (Census 2021), immigration is central to Canada’s identity. As part of Canada’s extensive settlement sector, pre-arrival services ensure that immigrants don’t begin their journey alone. These services provide guidance, resources, and connections to help immigrants feel prepared and supported even before they land.
Pre-arrival services help approved immigrants by:
Assessing their needs and connecting them to the right resources before and after they arrive.
Providing accurate, up-to-date information about living and working in Canada.
Preparing them for the Canadian job market with practical tools and insights.
Connecting them to communities and networks so they feel supported from day one.
Yet, many eligible immigrants are unaware these services even exist. If you are immigrating to Canada, these programs can make your transition smoother, faster, and far less overwhelming.
To learn more about pre-arrival services, visit: www.prearrivalcanada.ca
PfC provides a range of flexible services, delivered online and tailored to your needs, so you can start preparing no matter where you are in the world. PfC supports economic and family-class immigrants, and Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) candidates, with trustworthy information about life and employment in Canada. Our services will help you make informed decisions that will result in a smoother immigration journey.
What Planning for Canada offers:
Personalized Planning Sessions: Prepare for personal and professional success. Work one-on-one with a PfC facilitator to identify your key needs, access resources and learn about the steps you need to take for a faster and smooth settlement journey. Receive a customized Settlement Plan tailored to your profession. Get connected to in-Canada advisors for even more targeted support.
Immigrant Workshop: Get ready for a smooth transition to life and work in Canada. Gain a comprehensive understanding of life and work in Canada with practical, reliable information. Clarify your expectations and make informed decisions.
Self-Directed e-Learning: Learn at your own pace with our flexible and engaging self-directed e-learning modules. Designed to build on the knowledge shared during the Immigrant Workshop and Planning Sessions, you will be able to explore relevant topics when and where it’s most convenient for you.
Live Webinars: Gain deeper insights into key topics related to living and working in Canada. Led by experts and community leaders, webinars offer practical tips, real-world advice, and the latest trends and strategies.
E-Library: Access a wealth of pre- and post-arrival resources. Explore a wide range of tips, checklists, recommendations, and destination-specific information designed to help you prepare for life and work in Canada.
“Planning for Canada is a transparent program that gives you a real picture of what life in Canada would be like when you first arrive. It also helps you create a to-do list of what you need to focus on when you first arrive.”
– Nithya, PfC client from India
Get more tips from PfC alumni on our YouTube channel.
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Realistic, Reliable, and Ready for You
Our facilitators provide honest, practical guidance, not just the “rosy picture.” We know that preparing for a new life comes with challenges, and our role is to make sure you feel informed, empowered, and confident. Through our services, you’ll gain insight into the challenges and life changes many immigrants face, and discover practical strategies to overcome them with confidence.
As one of our team facilitators put it:
“Our job as facilitators is not to paint a rosy picture about Canada, but to provide our clients with realistic and up to date information which is beneficial for them. It ensures that newcomers don’t feel disillusioned when they reach Canada.”
Ready to Start Your Journey with us?
If you’ve been approved as an economic immigrant, family-class immigrant, or through the Atlantic Immigration Program, you are eligible for PfC services.
No matter where you are in the world, you can start today.
Our services are:
Free
Trusted
Tailored to your journey
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Register now and take your first confident step toward your new life in Canada.
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The PfC team is happy to assist you. Contact us if you have any questions about the services or the registration process.
