Practical Life Skills for Canada

Navigate housing rights, banking, budgeting, taxes, and essential resources — everything you need to feel settled and secure in your new community.

Career Readiness That Gets Results

Learn resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, professional workplace knowledge, and networking skills tailored to the Canadian job market.

Accessible, and Community-Driven

The Bridge Program is offered free of charge and built specifically for newcomers in Scarborough and the Greater Toronto Area, in partnership with the Scarborough Food Security Initiative.

About the course

Newcomers to Canada face a steep learning curve — navigating unfamiliar systems, workplace norms, and financial structures while building a new life. The Bridge Programme is here to help. Developed by the Scarborough Food Security Initiative, this free online programme walks you through 11 essential modules covering everything from housing and tenant rights to civic literacy and professional skills. Whether you're just arriving or have been here a while and need support getting career-ready, The Bridge meets you where you are. By the end of this programme, you'll have the practical knowledge and tools to confidently pursue employment, manage your finances, and engage as an active member of your community. Enroll for free today and take your first step toward community resiliency.

Curriculum

11 Chapters · 33 Lessons

  1. 1

    Module 1: Housing & Tenant Rights

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      Slides

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      Conclusion Video

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      Quiz

  2. 2

    Module 2: Essential Life Resources

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      Slides

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      Conclusion Video

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      Quiz

  3. 3

    Module 3: Banking in Canada

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      Slides

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      Conclusion Video

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      Quiz

  4. 4

    Module 4: Tax Literacy

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      Slides

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      Conclusion Video

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      Quiz

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    Module 5: Living on a Budget

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      Slides

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      Conclusion Video

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      Quiz

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    Module 6: Basic Personal Finances

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      Slides

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      Conclusion Video

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      Quiz

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    Module 7: Resume & Cover Letter Writing

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      Slides

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      Conclusion Video

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      Quiz

  8. 8

    Module 8: Professional Workplace Knowledge

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      Slides

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      Conclusion Video

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      Quiz

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    Module 9: Interview Preparation

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      Slides

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      Conclusion Video

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      Quiz

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    Module 10: Important Professional Skills

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      Slides

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      Conclusion Video

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      Quiz

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    Module 11: Civic & Legal Essentials

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      Slides

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      Conclusion Video

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      Quiz

Ready to Start Your Canadian Journey?

The Bridge Programme is free, flexible, and built for you. Join other groups of newcomers who are building skills, confidence, and community — one module at a time.

$299.00

Enroll now