Moving to the Saint John Region
Uprooting your life, or your family’s life, and moving to a new country may seem daunting. There’s a lot to think about and a lot to plan for. But people from all over the world have come to the Saint John Region and created a wonderful new life for themselves. And you can too! The reward is worth the effort, we promise you that.
Moving to Saint John
Pre-Arrival Planning:
More than six months before your move
To make sure your move goes smoothly, start your planning early. There’s a lot you can do to start preparing well before you arrive. Many items on your to do list take time to accomplish, so give yourself enough time to check them off. These include having your credentials assessed, gathering and translating essential documents, and improving your English or French language fluency.
Pre-Arrival Planning:
Less than six months before your move
As your move to the Saint John Region gets closer, you should start thinking about the details of how to move your finances. It’s also a good time to get familiar with the weather you can expect in your new community, as it will help you decide how to pack, and what clothing to bring with you.
Arrival tips
While you carefully plan your move, and consider the obvious things like housing and work, there are some things you may not have thought of. Especially once you arrive and begin trying to navigate your new life. These tips will help you and your family make the transition to your new home more smoothly.
Settlement and integration tips
Settling and fully integrating in your community will take time, but don’t get discouraged. There are resources, services, and organizations dedicated to helping you with all steps of the process. If you're wondering what to do now that you’ve arrived, here are some ideas, and some organizations who can help you.