Comprehensive

With a combination of readings, videos, quizzes, and games, this life skills course leads newcomers through the practical skills they need to adjust to life in Canada.

Endorsed by the Best

Written in collaboration with top Canadian organizations such as Skyward Financial and the Canadian Foundation for Economic Education. 

On Your Time

Do the course from anywhere, any time, on your own schedule. You have the freedom to complete the course as fast or as slow as you want.

About the course

Starting a new life in Canada can be exciting — but also overwhelming. At BrainBox Education, we’re here to help you feel confident navigating your new home. Our life skills programs are designed to teach the practical tools you need to adapt, connect, and thrive in Canada — from financial literacy and workplace communication to emotional well-being and everyday decision-making. We know that adjusting to a new culture, system, and lifestyle isn’t easy. Sometimes it’s not just about speaking the language — it’s about understanding how things work here. That’s where BrainBox comes in. Our lessons are simple, engaging, and designed by Canadian educators and psychology experts who understand what it takes to succeed in this country. With BrainBox, you’ll: Learn how to manage money and build financial stability in Canada Strengthen communication skills for school, work, and community life Develop emotional resilience and confidence during big transitions Understand Canadian workplace culture and everyday norms Build the life skills that make settling in smoother and more empowering Whether you’ve been here for a few weeks or a few years, BrainBox helps you feel capable, connected, and confident in your new environment.

Curriculum

6 Chapters · 113 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction! Welcome to BrainBox Education!

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      Disclaimer

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      Welcome to BrainBox Education!

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      How the Course Works

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      So, What Are Life Skills Anyways?

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      Our Learning Tips

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      Essentials Resource Package - Download me!

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    MODULE 1: Adulting-101, The Basics

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      Welcome to Adulting-101

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      Let's Talk About the Law

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      True or False | Your Rights & Freedoms in Canada

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      15 Scenarios for Legal Advice

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      GAME: Fill in the Blank - Let's Test Your Knowledge of the Law

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      How to Jump Start a Car

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      GAME: How to Jump Start a Car

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      Cars: Smoking Engines & Out of Gas

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      How to Change a Flat Tire

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      GAME: Changing a Flat Tire

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      Driving Safety Tips

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      How to Avoid Getting Scammed

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      How to Avoid Getting Scammed

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      True or False: Is This a Scam?

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      Travelling: Getting a Passport in Canada

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      Travelling on a Budget

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      Become a Budget Travel Master

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      Staying Safe While Travelling

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      Organization: What Is It, and Why Do It?

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      GAME: Organize Your Life Challenge

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      How to Stay Organized

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      Holding a Conversation With a Stranger

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      Reading Body Language & General Manners

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      True or False: Body Language Edition

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      Onine Etiquette: Email & Phone

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      Your Digital Footprint

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      Is This a Positive Digital Footprint?

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      Self-defence and personal safety

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      Self Defence in Action | What Would You Choose?

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      Cleaning Your Home

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      Basic Home Repairs

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      Pregnancy and Parenthood

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      Moving Forward with Parenthood

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      The Baby is Here: Newborn Basics

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      GAME - Baby Feeding Milestones

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      GAME: The 5 Ss of Soothing a Baby

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      Module 1 Survey - Please Complete!

    38. Resource Hub - Save for later! Free preview
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    MODULE 2: Mental & Physical Empowerment

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      Welcome to Mental & Physical Empowerment!

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      What are Short-Term Illnesses?

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      What are Long-Term Illnesses

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      GAME TRUE OR FALSE: Leading Causes of Death in Canada

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      Drug and Alcohol Safety

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      QUIZ: Spotting Signs of an Overdose

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      What You Should Know About Cannabis & Anxiety Relaxation

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      GAME TRUE OR FALSE: Levels of Alcohol Intoxication

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      Spotting Signs of Addiction

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      Physical exercise: Cheap options, how to make it fun and incorporate it into your daily life

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      Nutrition & How to Actually Stay Healthy

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      Grocery Shopping: How, Budgeting, & Resources

    13. The Basics of Cooking Free preview
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      Let's Cook Breakfast!

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      Let's Make a High Protein Breakfast

    16. Let's Make Dinner! Chicken & Spaghetti Free preview
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      Mental Health Resources: Mindset, Resilience, Stress, & More

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      GAME: True or False - Where Do Mental Health Issues Come From

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      Tangible Tips for Aiding Depression & Anxiety

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      Romantic Relationships & Consent

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      What is Self Care and How Can You Partake

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      First Aid: CPR

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      GAME: True or False - CPR

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      First Aid: Heimlich Maneuver, Burn Treatment, Wound Care, Seizures

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      GAME: True or False - Choking Response

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      First Aid: Strokes

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      GAME: True or False - Seizures & Strokes

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      Module 2 Survey - Please Complete!

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      MODULE 2 UNIT QUIZ

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      Resource Hub - Save me for later

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    MODULE 3: Financial Empowerment

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      Welcome to Module 3! Financial Empowerment

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      The 50/30/20 Budget

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      GAME: True or False - Budgeting

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      Credit Cards: Why Get One, and How to Use

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      Credit Cards: How to Use & Pay Your Bill

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      GAME: True or False - Credit Cards

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      Savings: Your TFSA (Saving Tax-Free!)

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      GAME: True or False - Your TFSA

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      Savings: Your RRSP & FHSA (Saving for Retirement & a Home)

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      GAME: True or False - Your RRSP

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      Investing: The Basics & Things to Consider

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      Different Ways to Invest

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      GAME: True or False - Investment Types

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      How to Do Your Taxes

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      Getting used to living on your own

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      GAME: True or False - Building a Habit

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      Good vs Bad Credit

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      Conclusion

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      Module 3 Survey - Please Complete!

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      MODULE 3 FINAL QUIZ

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      Resource Hub - Save me for later

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    MODULE 4: Academic Empowerment

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      Welcome to Module 4! Academic Empowerment

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      Applying to University (& UBC!)

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      GAME: True or False - Applying for Uni

    4. Making the Most of Your Uni Experience Free preview
    5. Uni Lecture Tips Free preview
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      GAME: True or False - Lecture Recall Tips

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      Trades: What they are, applying and the process

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      Getting a Job: Resume, interview, LinkedIn, networking

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      Taking a Gap Year

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      Module 4 Survey - Please Complete

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      MODULE 4 FINAL QUIZ

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      Resource Hub - Save me for later!

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    Conclusion, Glossary, & References

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      Conclusion! You Made It!

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      Final Course Survey - Share Your Thoughts!

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      GLOSSARY (Definitions)

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      REFERENCES (Our Sources)

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      Essentials Resource Package

What people are saying

Newcomers to Canada feel more confident navigating the Canadian systems after completing BrainBox.

”
I came to Canada as an international student and didn't know anything about renting an apartment or getting a drivers license, and BrainBox helped me navigate that, and so much more.
Angela Han.

University of Calgary

”
Coming here as a new mom was already very intimdating, my immigration lawyer recommended me BrainBox and it changed the entire process for me, I didn't know it could be this easy. 
Fatima M.

Halifax, NS

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