Saskatoon Open Door Society

Welcome to Canada Video Series

A practical introductory course designed to help newcomers understand life in Canada, including key systems, services, and everyday essentials for successful settlement.

It provides clear, real-world guidance to build confidence in navigating housing, employment, healthcare, community connections, and more.

About the video series

This course is designed to help you understand life in Canada and the many resources available to support your special settlement. Whether you have recently arrived or have been in Canada for some time, this course will provide helpful information to guide you as you build your life, career, and community in your new home. 

This course has been developed to support newcomers by introducing important systems, services, and everyday practices that shape life in Canada. The information presented throughout the modules is intended to help you feel more confident, informed, and prepared as you navigate your settlement journey.

What You'll Learn

Throughout the course, you will explore a series of modules that focus on key aspects of living in Canada, and provide practical examples to help you understand how these systems work in everyday life. Each module highlights practical topics that newcomers commonly encounter during their first months and years in the country.

Some of the areas covered in the course include:

  • Important documents and identification required in Canada
  • Accessing healthcare and social services
  • Finding housing and understanding tenant responsibilities
  • Managing money, banking, and taxes
  • Transportation and getting around your community
  • Education systems and enrolling children in school
  • Improving your English or French language skills
  • Employment resources and understanding the Canadian workplace
  • Childcare and family support services
  • Building community connections through volunteering and local activities
  • Understanding Canadian laws, rights, and responsibilities
  • Learning about Indigenous Peoples and their importance in Canadian society