Working

Can you answer work emails from your Canadian Airbnb without a work permit? The short answer is usually yes, but border officers look at much more than just where your employer is based. If you are planning to live in Canada temporarily while working for an overseas company or as an expat, getting the details […]

Understand working as an international student in Canada, from study permit rules to day-to-day job choices. Many international students in Canada can work while studying, but only if their permit wording, school, and program meet specific rules. This guide explains the main work restrictions, hour limits, and common mistakes in plain language. Key takeaways Disclaimer: Rules […]

Doing an internship in Canada as an international student can open doors, but you’ll need to make sure you’re complying with your visa permissions and course requirements before you accept a role. Since 1 April 2026, most post-secondary students no longer need a separate co-op work permit for required placements, but other student jobs still […]

Find out what your labor rights are as a worker in Canada, including work hours, wages, employment contracts, and more. Canada has federal labor standards set out in the Canada Labour Code. In addition, each province and territory has its own employment laws that protect worker rights. If you move to Canada for work, it’s […]

Find out what wages are like in Canada, including minimum wage, average salaries, best-paying jobs, and what the gender pay gap is. Canada is known for having a strong economy and a generally good quality of life. But how much can you expect to earn if you move there to get a job? What are […]

Starting your own business can be rewarding personally and financially. If you’re an expat you may be navigating how to start a business in Canada – from choosing an entity type to getting ready to trade. This guide covers all you need to know. The process of starting a business in Canada isn’t too complicated, […]

Moving to Canada to work for yourself comes with a steep learning curve. The excitement of landing clients usually gets interrupted pretty quickly by practical headaches like figuring out if your work permit allows local billing, navigating provincial sales taxes, and setting up a business bank account. A bit of preparation before you pitch that […]