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Settling in and culture

Settling into a Francophone minority community: bilingual workplace culture, winter, newcomer services in French and keeping Vietnamese alive in your family.

5 articles

  1. Working in a bilingual workplaceOutside Quebec, most workplaces run in English and French is an advantage. Why employers need bilingual staff and how to adapt to Canadian work culture.Updated October 2026
  2. Culture shock and winterCulture shock and long winters are two big challenges of your first year in Canada. How to prepare clothing, mindset and community ties, following IRCC's tips.Updated October 2026
  3. Settlement services in FrenchSettlement services in French: who can use IRCC-funded services, pre-arrival services (permanent residents only), and options for work permit holders.Updated October 2026
  4. Francophone communities outside QuebecFrancophone and Acadian communities are about 3.5% of the population outside Quebec. Canada's targets: 8.9% French-speaking immigrants in 2025, 12% by 2029.Updated October 2026
  5. Keeping Vietnamese and celebrating TếtLiving in a Francophone community, your family can still keep Vietnamese language and culture. Ideas for the language, community and Tết.Updated October 2026
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