Cyber Fraud Awareness for Newcomers to Canada

Newcomers often become easy targets to fraud and scam since they may not be used to how banks, companies and government work in Canada.

In this webinar, the team from the RBC Meeting Place will share tips and strategies for protecting yourself and your information from cyber fraud. Topics include:

  • Cyber Crime/ Fraud in Canada
  • Types of Cyber Fraud and how to look out for them
  • Phishing scams, Job Scam, Mystery Shopper Scam, CRA scams
  • E-Transfer fraud
  • How to safeguard yourself from fraud

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Entrepreneurship as an alternative career option in Canada

Forbes magazine rates Canada as the best country in the G-20 for business. Canada’s overall tax rate on new business investment is significantly lower than that of many other countries. There are also great individual startup hubs and incubators which support new businesses. Research has shown that entrepreneurial rate among newcomers is more than double the rate for people born in Canada. Immigrants are increasingly turning to entrepreneurship as a career option. It’s proven to be a great alternative during challenging times when they are struggling to find meaningful employment. In this webinar, you will learn about:

  • How to start a new business
  • Benefits of having a business in Canada
  • Funding a business
  • Expanding your existing business to Canada
  • Best Businesses in Canada for new immigrants
  • Useful resources for Entrepreneurs

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How to thrive in your career in Canada: Panel discussion with successful immigrant women

International Women’s Day celebrates women’s achievements and reflects on their challenges. This year’s theme is #ChooseToChallenge and this inspired us to showcase amazing women from our program who are mentors…

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