The best advice newcomers to Canada have for anyone looking to follow in their footsteps is to be mentally prepared, including being ready for any sacrifices involved in settling in this country, according to an RBC poll.  
 More than (58 per cent) say mental preparation is key, with almost a third (30 per cent) noting that sacrifices or tradeoffs may need to be made and 28 per cent saying being positive and patient will help achieve long-term results.
“Many newcomers focus on the physical and financial changes that come with a move, but establishing a support network and connecting with the community can be just as important,” said Camon Mak, director, Multicultural Markets, RBC.
According to the RBC poll, 47 per cent conducted online research to understand more about life in Canada, while more than half (54 per cent) said they prepared themselves for the social aspects of moving to Canada before they came to this country.
“There are a number of ways RBC helps potential immigrants prepare before moving. For example, our Beijing branch offers advice on life in Canada and what to expect on arrival, assists in setting up a bank account and whenever possible, introduces clients to local branch staff,” added Mak.  
For more than seven generations, RBC has been supporting newcomers by providing them with
resources and tools that make the transition to a new country seamless. The RBC Welcome to
Canada package helps newcomers who have been in Canada for less than three years with key
financial decisions and includes advice and discounts on products and services. Details on the
RBC Welcome to Canada package can be found at www.rbc.com/settlequick.