With garage sale season upon us, Health Canada reminds consumers to put safety ahead of savings, and to use caution when buying secondhand items, particularly those intended for use by children. Requirements for consumer products are covered under the Hazardous Products Act, which is administered by Health Canada. It is the responsibility of the seller to ensure that the products they sell,...

One of the first things most newcomers have to do when they arrive in Canada is find a place to live. Many newcomers find that it can be a good idea to rent their first home. Renting gives you a safe and comfortable place to begin to build your new life in your adopted country. Plus, renting can give you the time to look for a place you might want to buy, without feeling pressured into making...

Scotiabank has expanded its Scotiabank StartRight program to offer a suite of financial services tailored to help Mexican residents planning to move to Canada make a seamless transition from their Mexican banking relationship into a new Canadian banking relationship. The Scotiabank StartRight Program, which launched in 2008, now offers the International Account Opening program to customers...

Your home is much more than just a collection of walls and a roof. It is your comfort zone, where you can relax and truly be yourself. Your home is a treasure trove of cherished memories and the place where you and your loved ones truly grow as a family. So when it comes to protecting your home, what matters is more than just possessions. First and foremost, protecting your home is about the...

Navigating the health care system may be easier than you think. Across Ontario, tools and services have been created to better meet the changing healthcare needs of all Ontarians from all ethnic communities. These services include community health centres, family health teams and urgent care centres. This means improved access to primary care providers and different options to access care when...