Strengthening Sector Knowledge: Insights for the Newcomer-Serving Community
This section of AAISA’s toolkit is dedicated to sector knowledge and includes a curated selection of videos, publications, and links tailored to the needs of the immigration and newcomer-serving sector.
If there are specific resources you are seeking, or if you would like to request the addition of further materials, please contact us.
Canadian Immigration Explained:
- Canada’s Immigration System: An Overview
- Immigration and Citizenship -This is the central hub for all immigration services, including applications for permanent residence, temporary visas, citizenship, and more.
- Immigrate to Canada Provides detailed information on various immigration programs, eligibility criteria, and application processes.
- How is Canada’s immigration system different from the U.S.?
- Immigrants vs. Refugees: How are people getting into Canada?
- Immigrate and live in French in Canada
- Immigration Guide (PDF) – A comprehensive guide detailing the immigration process, requirements, and procedures.
- Citizenship (Becoming Canadian)
Settlement and Integration Services for Newcomers
- Welcome to Canada – Publications for newcomers
- Settling in Canada – free services to help transition smoothly to everyday life in Canada
- Directory of settlement organizations – Find free newcomer services near you.
- Alberta Registry Immigration Tip sheet – concise guide designed to help newcomers to Alberta understand the documentation requirements for obtaining: Alberta Driver’s License or ID Card and Alberta Health Care
- Find a job in Canada – Job Bank for Newcomers
- Benefits Finder – The Benefits Finder helps you find federal programs and benefits, making it easier to access financial assistance, healthcare, and other government supports and services.
- Social Insurance Number (SIN) Overview
- Online service request form – official Service Canada online portal where users can access federal services, book appointments, and request help for programs like SIN, EI, CPP, and passports. Find Service Canada offices here.
Canadian Language Resources:
Other IRCC Resources
GOA Resources:
- Attracting and Retaining Immigrants – A tool box of ideas for smaller centres
- Supporting immigrants and immigration to Alberta – Open Government
- Supporting immigrants and immigration to Alberta – An overview of the Government of Alberta strategy to increase the number of immigrants to Alberta.
- Human Rights of Alberta
General Immigration Video Resources:
- What happens when an asylum seeker gets picked up at the border?
- Are border crossers breaking the law and jumping the queue?
- Do refugee claimants automatically get access to our hospitals and doctors?
- How much do refugees and immigrants get in social assistance?
- The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score