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Useful tools
When coming to a new place, you usually have to purchase a lot of new things. Whether you are looking for an apartment for rent, roommates or a used car, or; the following 4 platforms will help you find just that. When using any marketplace, make sure to use caution and not transfer any money to people you don't know.
Kijiji
Kijiji is the biggest online marketplace in Newfoundland and Labrador. You can find everything here from apartments for rent, to buying used cars and even free furniture.
NL Classifieds is similar to Kijiji and NL Buy Sell. Sometimes you can find better deals, and as there. When you are shopping for something specific, it's good to check all three of the major sites, Kijiji, NL Classifieds & NL Buy Sell.
Below is the list of the major cell phone companies recommended for use in NL. Don't be surprised by the prices as Canada has one of the highest costs for cell phone plans in the world. When going on a 2 year plan, with a recently release phone and data, expect to pay $80+ per month. If you own your device, bring it from back home to get a cheaper plan by not having have to pay for a new device as well.
Telus
Cellphone companies are mostly very similar as they frequently share cell towers. Check their respective websites for deals.
After you made it to Canada, you will most likely need local bank account. Below is listing of the biggest banks with prominent presence in Newfoundland and Labrador. For the most part they all offer plans for students that come with no fees after you have proven that you are student. They also have offerings for credit cards for international students that come with lowered credit, usually between $500 - $1000.
Scotiabank
Scotiabank offers a free debit card and a up to $1,000 credit card for international students.