Starting life in a new country (Canada) as a single adult - How are the best ways to interact, mingle and network as a new person and make friends?

[Anonymous]

I hope to venture out for opportunities regarding work (my own business). I hope to attend exhibitions, do some volunteer work (regarding my profession). Attend some international business networking events. Join gyms and workout classes.

Can you'll suggest realistic and practical ways to venture out to meet like minded people in Canada, to make friends and also to date?

[Oliverlogan263]

Here are some suggestions for meeting people and making friends as a new person in Canada:

- Check if your workplace or local community center has any orientations for new immigrants. These events can introduce you to others in similar situations.

- Look on Facebook or Meetup for groups related to your hobbies, culture or field of work. Good way to connect with people with shared interests.

- Consider volunteering - great for meeting people and adding to your resume. Animal shelters, food banks, recreation programs often need helpers.

- Take a class - cooking, art, language exchange, etc. You'll see familiar faces regularly and easily bond over the topic.

- Use Bumble BFF or Meetup to find social activities like hiking clubs, book clubs to join. Takes the pressure off dating apps.

- Chat with neighbors, people at your gym or local coffee shop. Canadians are friendly - most will chat back!

- Check local cultural centers too if you want to connect with others from your culture.

Be patient as it takes time to build community somewhere new. But putting yourself out there consistently through activities will help friendships start to form. You've got this!

[Asker]

Thank you so much for all the useful tips. I really do appreciate them! Will into all of that. Thanks once again!

[Oliverlogan263]

No prob girl! I'm glad I could give you some ideas to help put yourself out there in Canada. Don't be afraid to try different things either - sometimes you meet people in the most random places. You seem friendly and outgoing, so I know you'll settle in great. Feel free to hit me up if you ever wanna meet up for coffee or something too, I'm always down to meet new people. Good luck with the move and everything, you're gonna do great!