Discovering Canada

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Discovering Canada

To exchange your driver’s license, you must:

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Be at least 16 years of age

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Complete an application for driver's license

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Present your out of country/province current valid driver's license verifying previous

driving experience or written confirmation about your previous driving experience from

the licensing authorities

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Provide one other piece of identification showing your signature

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Provide a document proving your residency in the province

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Pass a vision test

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Pay the applicable fees

Visas

Part of moving to Canada is applying for your visa. The visa applied for will be dependent on the

type of stay in the country. There are different rules and regulations for a visitor’s visa and a

temporary resident visa. Your employer will inform you of which one to apply for. For more

information, visit the Government of Canada’s website:

Pets

Deciding on whether or not to bring your family pet on an international assignment is a personal

decision. Before making your decision, consider the following:

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How long will your stay be in Canada?

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Will having your pets with you help your family adjust to the new life?

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If you do not bring your pet, will you worry about your pet the entire time you are away?

Registration

option. Though registering your pet is not mandatory in all Provinces it is highly encouraged.

Check with your municipal office to see if the law requires you to have a pet license – in most

cases you will need to obtain a license (tag). Registering your pet also improves the chance of

finding him if lost. Yearly registration is also a great reminder for regular rabies vaccination.

Care

The first and most important thing to do for your pet is following local laws for licensing and

vaccinating for rabies. Your Dwellworks Consultant can provide referrals to veterinarians in our

area. Many cities also have 24-hour or late night clinics for after hour pet emergencies.