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You're arriving in Canada, but aren't sure what to expect. Get an introduction to Canadian culture and languages. 

Strategies for helping you adjust to Canadian weather, language, culture and time zone changes. 

Waterloo experiences a wide range of weather. Find out what the four seasons are and what kind of conditions you can expect. 

If you are bringing your children to Canada, find out what school aged programs you can enroll your kids in. 

Opening a Canadian bank account is one of the first things you should do as an international student.

It's important to plan ahead and ensure you bring enough money to cover expenses for your first two months in Canada as transferring funds can take several weeks.

Prefer to live off campus? Find details about what that may look like in this article. 

Want to purchase a cellphone or set up a plan while in Canada? Find out about the different companies and where you can purchase a student plan. 

The first time you visit a Canadian grocery store you may find it very different from what you are used to. Learn what to expect when you go shopping and where major grocery stores are located near campus.

Learn how to use local transportation system in Waterloo.