Find Your New Home in Canada with this Guide, Kabayan!

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Find Your New Home in Canada with this Guide, Kabayan!

You know it’s a Filipino residence when you see a “Home Sweet Home” decor to welcome you. That just shows how much a home means for Filipinos. With hospitality being one of Filipinos’ core traits, there’s so much value in making a home cozy and inviting for its residents and guests. That is why choosing a house is a priority for OFWs and Filipino students in Canada.

When deciding on colleges in Canada for international students, you also consider finding a house. Different factors come into play such as budget, convenience of travel, and even the warmth of its neighborhood. For OFWs, some companies may offer employee residences. However, if none, then finding accommodation should be on your checklist.

In helping you find the perfect home to start your Buhay Canada, here are some platforms and tips for you!

Online Platforms

Kijiji – download the app or visit www.kijiji.ca
This popular classifieds website in Canada has a wide roster of listings for apartments, houses, and rooms for rent across different cities. Ideal for solo and family migrants.

Craigslist Canada – download the app or visit geo.craigslist.org/iso/ca
This classified ads website offers a variety of services, communities, and listings from apartments, houses, rooms for rent, and even parking.

Realtor.ca – download the app or visit
Find trusted realtors on this website with its variety of rental properties, managed by the Canadian Real Estate Association. They even have a mortgage calculator to help you compute and decide on your options!

PadMapper
An apartment search website that aggregates listings across different cities. They offer cities by category to make it easy for you to search within the vicinity.

Airbnb
This is ideal for tourists looking for short-term accommodations. If you ever need a temporary place while looking for a new one, you may choose to book here.

Community Resources

If you prefer the convenience of information gathering based on testimonials and personal conversations then you may contact Filipino community centers or organizations in Canada. They often have resources and can connect you with other OFWs who might have accommodation leads.

Social Media Groups

Facebook is also teeming with groups or communities for Filipinos in Canada. Try searching for groups, and interacting with members on available rentals and advice.

How can CanadianSIM help you?

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Enjoy your new home in Canada with CanadianSIM!
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