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Jasmine Low

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Jasmine Low

Jasmine Low has a background in policy analysis for the public sector. She moved to Calgary from Surrey, BC, in 2021 and can spot an error in a legal draft from a mile away.

Express Entry Canada: How the Points-Based Immigration System Works
News & Updates
Express Entry Canada: How the Points-Based Immigration System Works

Express Entry ranks eligible candidates in a pool, then invites the highest-scoring profiles in targeted rounds.

Apr 2, 2026 5 min read
Crossing with Children: Why a Consent Letter Matters for Single-Parent Travel
Settlement & Life in Canada
Crossing with Children: Why a Consent Letter Matters for Single-Parent Travel

If one parent is taking a child across the border alone, the document border officers look for first is often the consent…

Apr 2, 2026 5 min read
STEM Professionals in Canada: How the 12-Month Work Experience Rule Really Works
Permanent Residence
STEM Professionals in Canada: How the 12-Month Work Experience Rule Really Works

If you are 11 months into a Canadian STEM job and thinking you can file for permanent residence now, pause. The last…

Apr 2, 2026 3 min read
Rental market trends March 2026: Where to find move-in bonuses and free rent
Settlement & Life in Canada
Rental market trends March 2026: Where to find move-in bonuses and free rent

Move-in bonuses and free-rent offers are appearing in some rental listings, but they are not government benefits. In March 2026, the best…

Apr 1, 2026 5 min read
Getting Your Canadian Driver’s License: Document Checklists and Road Test Tips
Settlement & Life in Canada
Getting Your Canadian Driver’s License: Document Checklists and Road Test Tips

A practical breakdown of the paperwork, proof of identity, and road test habits that commonly trip up newcomers trying to get licensed…

Apr 1, 2026 9 min read
The First Home Savings Account (FHSA): How Newcomers Save for a House Tax-Free
Settlement & Life in Canada
The First Home Savings Account (FHSA): How Newcomers Save for a House Tax-Free

The FHSA can help newcomers save for a first home, but only if the eligibility rules, contribution limits, and withdrawal conditions are…

Apr 1, 2026 6 min read
How to Get Your Provincial Health Card Fast as a Newcomer to Canada
Provincial Guides
How to Get Your Provincial Health Card Fast as a Newcomer to Canada

Practical steps to apply for your provincial health card quickly, avoid documentation errors, and bridge coverage gaps.

Apr 1, 2026 5 min read
Buying a Car in Canada: How to Get Financing with No Canadian Credit Score
Settlement & Life in Canada
Buying a Car in Canada: How to Get Financing with No Canadian Credit Score

For many newcomers, a car is not a luxury. It is the difference between getting to work on time and spending hours…

Apr 1, 2026 4 min read
Canada Immigration for Construction and Trades Workers: Programs, NOC Codes, and Pathways
Permanent Residence
Canada Immigration for Construction and Trades Workers: Programs, NOC Codes, and Pathways

A practical guide to the Federal Skilled Trades Program and Provincial Nominee pathways, covering NOC selection, work experience rules, certification options, and…

Apr 1, 2026 4 min read
How Canadian Immigration Affects Your Taxes: What New Permanent Residents Need to Know
Permanent Residence
How Canadian Immigration Affects Your Taxes: What New Permanent Residents Need to Know

Becoming a permanent resident changes more than your address and your IRCC file. It can also affect when you become a Canadian…

Apr 1, 2026 7 min read