A new life in Canada? We will help you settle in. A new bank account, finding a job, a place to live and something to drive. Hear stories and tips from other newcomers.
![Young black woman banking at an ATM](https://silver.rbcroyalbank.com/en-ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2023/09/Untitled-design-2023-07-14T124706.912.jpg?quality=80&w=680)
When arriving in Canada, one of your first steps is to organize your banking. These tips can help you navigate the banking system in Canada.
Understand how credit works in Canada to help you build your financial future.
How to build your finances as a new Canadian with a bank account, a credit history, and helpful government programs and investments.
Valuable tips for newcomers looking to budget for housing, find a neighbourhood, and decide if they want to rent or buy a home.
More From Settling in Canada
![Woman stacking coins on a house](https://silver.rbcroyalbank.com/en-ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2023/09/Untitled-design-2023-07-13T141851.767.jpg?quality=80&w=320)
Valuable tips for newcomers looking to budget for housing, find a neighbourhood, and decide if they want to rent or buy a home.
![Young Asian girl and her mom looking at pediatrician while he examines her](https://silver.rbcroyalbank.com/en-ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2023/09/Untitled-design-2023-07-12T154256.229.jpg?quality=80&w=320)
How to access the Canadian healthcare system if you're a new permanent resident or Canadian citizen.
![Image of a man sitting looking at a virtual wall of ideas with lightbulbs at each step](https://silver.rbcroyalbank.com/en-ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2023/09/Untitled-design-2023-07-11T133005.250.jpg?quality=80&w=320)
Concerned about your finances? These creative ideas can help boost your bank account while you search for a job.
Product Solutions
RBC Newcomer Advisors
RBC Newcomer Advisors will help in settling into your new life in Canada
![13 Green Space - Newcomer Youth Climate Forum participants, standing with tools in the high grass of a watershed area](https://silver.rbcroyalbank.com/en-ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2023/09/TD-2022-12-21T102555.431-1.jpg?quality=80&w=320)
The 'Green Space' Newcomer Youth Climate Forum is an education program that empowers newcomer youth to learn about environmental tech and green…
![Thanaa Ahmed and several newcomer youth with a graphic illustration depicting participants' progress through the Journey of Hope program.](https://silver.rbcroyalbank.com/en-ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2023/09/TD-2022-08-16T131026.250-1.jpg?quality=80&w=320)
From Syria to St. John's, Thanaa Ahmed tells her story of finding her way in a new country and helping youth do the same.
![Iqraa Sayed](https://silver.rbcroyalbank.com/en-ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2023/09/TD-2022-08-09T162608.994-1.jpg?quality=80&w=320)
Iqraa Sayed shares her journey to Canada and how the Regina Open Door Society helped her understand and thrive in the Canadian job market.