Library of resources

A goldmine of info to get ready for your Working Holiday adventure—in-depth articles, step-by-step guides and feedback from Working Holiday permit holders.
Interview
Abby: Living and working in 6 different countries
Abby, an Australian traveller, shares tips, jobs, and stories from living and working in 6 countries on Working Holiday Visas.
06-05-2025
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Offer
Air Transat (Canada): extra 23kg luggage allowance
If you’re heading to Canada with an IEC or a student permit, Air Transat offers a special additional baggage allowance (23 kg) through pvtistes.net.
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Article
Living in Canada: What to do in the event of emergencies and health problems
Everything you need to know about what to do in the case of an emergency or health problem when living abroad in Canada.
08-04-2025
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Guide
Everything you need to know about living, working or studying in Toronto
Canada's largest city, Toronto is a destination often chosen by WHV holders wishing to discover English-speaking Canada.
31-03-2025
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Guide
Your to-do list before going to Canada
Are you heading to Canada with an International Experience Canada (IEC) permit? We give you the information and advice you need!
21-03-2025
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Article
Working Holiday in Canada: Best job search websites
List of Job Search Websites in Canada and general information (resume builder, finding a job from your home country...)
20-03-2025
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Guide
Introduction to the Canada Working Holiday permit
How to apply for a Working Holiday permit in Canada? How does the scheme work? What are the eligibility requirements and paperwork?
19-03-2025
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Guide
The arrivals process and your first steps in Canada
Learn more about the landing process and your first steps in Canada (Working Holiday Visa, Young professionals Visa and Internship Visa).
17-03-2025
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Guide
Opening a bank account in Canada
There are many banks in Canada. Here are some of the most common ones (non-exhaustive list): National Bank, Desjardins...
14-03-2025
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Article
What’s different when applying for a Working Holiday Permit from within Canada?
Are you applying for a Canada WHV from Canada? Here is some information you should keep in mind, especially regarding biometrics.
04-03-2025
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Offer
Promo code for Babbel: 20% off language courses
Travelling abroad is exciting, but it can be even better with at least a basic knowledge of the local language. Get 20% off Babbel courses.
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Article
Getting a second Working Holiday permit to Canada—Loopholes and exceptions
You’ve heard that you can’t get a Working Holiday permit to Canada more than once. There are exceptions for the lucky citizens of these few countries.
28-02-2025
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Article
How much should I budget for my Working Holiday adventure in Canada?
What budget should you budget for going to Canada? It depends on several factors but here are some tips to help you plan ahead enough.
25-02-2025
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Article
7 tips for a smooth Working Holiday permit activation in Canada
The activation of your Canada WHV is an often stressful step about which you have a lot of questions. Here are a few tips...
19-02-2025
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Interview
Meet Lucile, social media manager at pvtistes.net
Hi my name is Lucile, I’m 27. After 5 years of studies in communications, I started my career in the digital space.
17-02-2025
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Article
pvtistes.net Timeline (from 2005 to today)
De la naissance du site à son bientôt 9e anniversaire, apprenez en plus sur son évolution grâce à notre "chronologie de PVTistes.net".
30-01-2025
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Guide
All permit and visa options for going to Canada
This guide reviews the permit and visa options and the different routes for going to Canada, either temporarily or permanently.
22-01-2025
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Article
Open and closed work permits in Canada – The fine print explaining the difference
Not sure what "open work permit" and "closed work permit' mean? We have all the info you need to make the decision that’s right for you!
16-01-2025
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Guide
IEC permit to Canada: Travelling as a couple and/or with kids
Tackling the Working Holiday permit adventure in Canada with your significant other and/or with kids? Read on, this article will answer all your questions!
15-01-2025
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Offer
Compare prices for home or auto insurance in Canada
Taking out insurance of around ten dollars per month will save you from much higher expenses in the event of damage.
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Guide
Working in Canada: what is meant by TEER categories 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5?
You may have heard about job levels while doing your research about working in Canada: National Occupational Classification (NOC) system.
15-01-2025
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Article
IEC Canada – Spouse or common-law partner open work permit 101
You are an IEC permit holder? Your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible for a student visa or an open work permit.
15-01-2025
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Article
10 free things to do in the Canadian Rockies
We’ve compiled the best free activities available year-round in the Canadian Rockies to help you make this bucket list trip on a budget.
06-01-2025
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Article
16 good reasons to apply for a Working Holiday Visa
Here are 16 unique perks of the Working Holiday Visa that should convince you to pick a destination right now!
23-12-2024
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Guide
Culture shock on a Working Holiday Visa
In this article, we talk through the different stages of culture shock that you might experience when moving to a new country on a WHV.
13-12-2024
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Article
Changes in your body that you might experience on a WHV
WHVs can lead to changes in your body. We're sharing the reasons why, plus how to deal with any bodily changes you experience when travelling.
10-12-2024
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Guide
How to choose a phone plan in Canada
If you’re planning on a WHV in Canada, it's essential to get a phone plan in Canada. This guide will help you pick the best plan.
04-12-2024
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Offer
Wise: free first international money transfer, up to £ 3,000
Wise Offer on pvtistes.net: you can get a free first international money transfer if you've never used Wise before.
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Guide
The best time to travel to each of Canada’s provinces and territories
Canada is vast: it can be hard planning the best time to travel. This guide will help you plan when to visit each province/territory.
18-11-2024
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Article
Top things to do in Canada for Christmas
Use our guide to the best events and activities in Canada for Christmas to plan your festivities, from lights to markets and festivals.
08-11-2024
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Article
Things a foreigner dislikes about living in Toronto, Canada
There's lots to love about a working holiday in Toronto but nowhere is perfect, so here’s a list of what's not great about life in Toronto.
07-11-2024
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Guide
Everything to know about living and working in the Yukon
Learn everything you need to know about life in the Yukon, a remote territory only a few brave IEC permit holders will venture into.
16-10-2024
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Article
Visa Application Centres (VACs) Map for Canada
Biometrics are taken in person in one of Canada’s Visa Application Centres (VACs). Some countries have several VACs, others none.
03-10-2024
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Guide
Everything you need to know about living, working and studying in Edmonton
Learn all about Edmonton, an up-and-coming destination for people wishing to live, work or study in Alberta, Canada.
30-09-2024
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Article
WHV in Ontario: Simplify Your Path to Permanent Residency in the Province (OINP)
How a Working Holiday Visa in Ontario Can Facilitate Your Path to Permanent Residency in the Province (OINP)?
27-09-2024
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Article
Top things to do in Canada during the fall
Make the most of the fall season in Canada using our guide to the best fall events and activities across the country.
26-09-2024
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