
Start Your Life in Canada with a Clear Plan
Are you new to Canada and wondering what to do first? Whether you just arrived or have been here for a few months, our free online session for newcomers will help you take the right steps to rebuild your lives successfully.
After you join our trusted online sessions for newcomers across Canada- you’ll walk away with practical tips, a personal checklist, and a better understanding of how to get support—from day one.
What’s These Sessions About?
In this live, online session for new immigrants, a friendly Settlement Counsellor will walk you through a clear, step-by-step newcomer action map. You’ll learn how to:
- Get your essential documents (SIN, health card, ID)
- Apply for benefits and services available to newcomers
- Register for healthcare and find a family doctor
- Understand housing, transportation, and local laws
- Connect with free community services near you
Plus, you’ll have the chance to ask questions live—so you get answers tailored to your situation.
What You’ll Get from the Session
Here’s what you can expect from this free immigration checklist session:
- Your First Action Map: A simple, easy-to-follow plan for your first weeks in Canada.
- Live Expert Support: Led by a trained Newcomer Settlement Counsellor who understands the newcomer journey.
- Connect with Services: We’ll introduce you to trusted newcomer organizations across Canada that can help with jobs, language, housing, and more.
- A Printable Checklist: After the session, you’ll get a downloadable newcomer checklist to track your progress and stay organized.
- Less Stress, More Confidence: With the right tools and support, you’ll feel more prepared and less overwhelmed.
Easy to Join from Anywhere in Canada
Our free online sessions for immigrants are offered several times a week to fit your schedule. You can join from any province or territory in Canada using your phone, tablet, or computer.
This session is perfect for:
- Permanent Residents and Protected Persons
- Newcomers in rural or remote areas
- People who’ve been in Canada for under a year
- Anyone looking for a refresher or missed steps
What Other Newcomers Say
“This session was so helpful. I finally understood what to do next.”
“The checklist kept me organized and calm. Thank you!”
“I didn’t know these services were free until I joined this session.”
Register Today for Free
Ready to feel more confident about your move to Canada?
Our team is here to guide you, step by step. Let’s make your new beginning in Canada a little easier—together.
Thank you for your interest in Canada Online Checklist for New Immigrants.
Please fill up this form for pre-registration. All information will remain confidential. We will contact you soon to complete the registration.
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This interactive workshop introduces participants to 211, a free and confidential helpline that connects individuals to a wide range of community, government, and health services. Designed to empower participants as
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This interactive workshop introduces participants to 211, a free and confidential helpline that connects individuals to a wide range of community, government, and health services.
Designed to empower participants as informed navigators, the session explores how 211 can serve as a powerful tool for accessing essential support for themselves, clients, or loved ones.
Participants will learn how to use 211 to find services such as housing support, mental health resources, financial assistance, food programs, and more.
The workshop also breaks down how 211 works (phone, text, online), who it serves, and why it’s a vital part of our social safety net. Key Topics Covered: -What is 211 -How to connect to our service -Reasons to Call -Online Database Demo -And how to access/use our 211 data for your own advocacy.
In collaboration with 211 Ontario.
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Free Weekly Study Group led by professionals in the nursing field. You will be able to: navigate the pathway to become a nurse network with other healthcare professionals study together for Qualifying Exams, including
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Free Weekly Study Group led by professionals in the nursing field.
You will be able to:
- navigate the pathway to become a nurse
- network with other healthcare professionals
- study together for Qualifying Exams, including RN/RPN exams
- get hands-on guidance and resources
- achieve your goal through mutual support
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اگر تازه به کانادا آمدهاید و هنوز کار مورد نظرتان را پیدا نکردهاید، آیا میدانید برای یافتن کار چه اقداماتی باید انجام دهید؟ آیا میدانید برای هر شغل چه
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اگر تازه به کانادا آمدهاید و هنوز کار مورد نظرتان را پیدا نکردهاید، آیا میدانید برای یافتن کار چه اقداماتی باید انجام دهید؟ آیا میدانید برای هر شغل چه رزومهای آماده کنید؟ آیا میدانید در مصاحبههای شغلی به چه نکاتی دقت کنید؟ از شما دعوت میشود تا با شرکت در این جلسه با نکات مهمی درباره کاریابی آشنا شوید. آشنایی با مراحل مختلف برای کاریابی معرفی نکتههای مهم برای رزومهنویسی شناخت بایدها و نبایدهای مصاحبه شغلی.
شرکت در این جلسه فارسی رایگان و ثبتنام الزامیست.
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Practice your English by discussing books and sharing your thoughts. Interested? Follow 4 steps to join us. Register for the session. Receive the link to a free e-book
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Practice your English by discussing books and sharing your thoughts. Interested? Follow 4 steps to join us. Register for the session. Receive the link to a free e-book or video clip. Read/listen/watch at your own pace. Join the live meetup through Zoom led by a librarian. Simple Book. Great story. Meaningful Sharing. In collaboration with Vaughan Public Libraries.
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/NAC OSCE
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the comfort
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the comfort of your home or anywhere with internet access live practice with a volunteer in a small group sharing your experience and learning from others In collaboration with Vaughan Public Libraries through Library Settlement Partnership.
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/ MCCQE1
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in French? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends: from the comfort
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in French? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends: from the comfort of your home or anywhere with internet access live practice with a volunteer in a small group sharing your experience and learning from others.
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the comfort
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the comfort of your home or anywhere with internet access live practice with a volunteer in a small group sharing your experience and learning from others.
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Attendance Method: Virtual
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/NAC OSCE
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Join the session and learn from a master driving instructor about car collision management, including collision safety features, what to do upon encountering a crash, etc. Event Language: English
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Understanding the Canadian income tax system and available credits and benefits can help ease financial burdens of a family with a low-modest income. Join our online session to learn about: the
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Understanding the Canadian income tax system and available credits and benefits can help ease financial burdens of a family with a low-modest income.
Join our online session to learn about: the benefits and credits you may be entitled to, including:
- Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
- Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST)
- Credit Disability Tax Credit
- Canada Workers Benefit
In collaboration with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
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Are you a Permanent Resident in Ontario looking for financial support or guidance? Join this informative session to learn about the main financial programs available from the federal and provincial governments,
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Are you a Permanent Resident in Ontario looking for financial support or guidance?
Join this informative session to learn about the main financial programs available from the federal and provincial governments, designed to help you manage expenses and build stability in Canada.
Topics include:
- Ontario Works (OW)
- Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
- Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
- Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
- Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) And more community support resources!
We’ll guide you through key financial programs and resources to help you stay informed, supported, and financially secure in Canada.
In collaboration with Markham Public Library.
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Free Weekly Study Group led by professionals in the nursing field. You will be able to: navigate the pathway to become a nurse network with other healthcare professionals study together for Qualifying Exams, including
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Free Weekly Study Group led by professionals in the nursing field.
You will be able to:
- navigate the pathway to become a nurse
- network with other healthcare professionals
- study together for Qualifying Exams, including RN/RPN exams
- get hands-on guidance and resources
- achieve your goal through mutual support
Event Language: English
Attendance Method: Virtual
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/NAC OSCE
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Join the session and learn from a lawyer: ✅An overview of the different types of tenancies in Ontario ✅How to best protect yourself when looking for a new unit ✅What’s legal and what’s not when
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Join the session and learn from a lawyer:
✅An overview of the different types of tenancies in Ontario
✅How to best protect yourself when looking for a new unit
✅What’s legal and what’s not when it comes to lease agreements
✅What to do if you’re facing eviction In collaboration with the Community Legal Clinic of York Region (CLCYR).
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends
- from the comfort of your home or anywhere with internet access
- live practice with a volunteer in a small group
- sharing your experience and learning from others.
In collaboration with Markham Public Library.
Event Language: English
Attendance Method: Virtual
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/3Q8FP3pA3x
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/ MCCQE1
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends
- from the comfort of your home or anywhere with internet access
- live practice with a volunteer in a small group
- sharing your experience and learning from others.
In collaboration with Markham Public Library.
Event Language: English
Attendance Method: Virtual
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/3Q8FP3pA3x
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/ MCCQE1
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the comfort
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the comfort of your home or anywhere with internet access live practice with a volunteer in a small group sharing your experience and learning from others In collaboration with Vaughan Public Libraries through Library Settlement Partnership.
Event Language: English
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/ MCCQE1
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in French? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends: from the comfort
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in French? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends: from the comfort of your home or anywhere with internet access live practice with a volunteer in a small group sharing your experience and learning from others.
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the comfort
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the comfort of your home or anywhere with internet access live practice with a volunteer in a small group sharing your experience and learning from others.
Event Language: English
Attendance Method: Virtual
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/NAC OSCE
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Free Weekly Study Group led by professionals in the nursing field. You will be able to: navigate the pathway to become a nurse network with other healthcare professionals study together for Qualifying Exams, including
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Free Weekly Study Group led by professionals in the nursing field.
You will be able to:
- navigate the pathway to become a nurse
- network with other healthcare professionals
- study together for Qualifying Exams, including RN/RPN exams
- get hands-on guidance and resources
- achieve your goal through mutual support
Event Language: English
Attendance Method: Virtual
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/B8BuJryrrm
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/NAC OSCE
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Attendance Method: Virtual
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends
- from the comfort of your home or anywhere with internet access
- live practice with a volunteer in a small group
- sharing your experience and learning from others.
In collaboration with Markham Public Library.
Event Language: English
Attendance Method: Virtual
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/3Q8FP3pA3x
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/ MCCQE1
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/ MCCQE1
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in French? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends: from the comfort
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in French? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends: from the comfort of your home or anywhere with internet access live practice with a volunteer in a small group sharing your experience and learning from others.
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Attendance Method: Virtual
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the comfort
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Looking for an opportunity to practice your conversational skills in English? Join our friendly conversation groups to improve your speaking skills and make new friends from the comfort of your home or anywhere with internet access live practice with a volunteer in a small group sharing your experience and learning from others.
Event Language: English
Attendance Method: Virtual
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/NAC OSCE
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Attendance Method: Virtual
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Free Weekly Study Group led by professionals in the nursing field. You will be able to: navigate the pathway to become a nurse network with other healthcare professionals study together for Qualifying Exams, including
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Free Weekly Study Group led by professionals in the nursing field.
You will be able to:
- navigate the pathway to become a nurse
- network with other healthcare professionals
- study together for Qualifying Exams, including RN/RPN exams
- get hands-on guidance and resources
- achieve your goal through mutual support
Event Language: English
Attendance Method: Virtual
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/B8BuJryrrm
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Practice your English by discussing books and sharing your thoughts. Interested? Follow 4 steps to join us. Register for the session. Receive the link to a free e-book
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Practice your English by discussing books and sharing your thoughts. Interested? Follow 4 steps to join us. Register for the session. Receive the link to a free e-book or video clip. Read/listen/watch at your own pace. Join the live meetup through Zoom led by a librarian. Simple Book. Great story. Meaningful Sharing. In collaboration with Vaughan Public Libraries.
Event Language: English
Attendance Method: Virtual
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/kBC64rKZ0s
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for
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If you are an International Medical Student (IMG) studying for Medical Council of Canada exams looking for guidance and resources interested in networking with other IMGs looking for opportunities to study together or wish to become a Volunteer Mentor studying for Medical Council of Canada exams Please join our IMG study group/NAC OSCE
Event Language: English
Attendance Method: Virtual
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