Buying your first home in Canada while on a work permit might seem impossible - but it's absolutely allowed and thousands of newcomers are doing it every year. Whether you're in Winnipeg or anywhere else in Canada, you can purchase property even if you don't have permanent residency yet.

As a real estate professional who has helped many work-permit clients become homeowners, I’ll walk you through exactly what you can buy, what rules apply, how to qualify for a mortgage, and a few real-life tips to make your journey smoother.