Moving to the other side of the earth is a mission. You leave behind your network, your local haunts, and your go-to spots for a lekker braai pack, and suddenly, you’re trying to figure out where to find boerewors in a land where “barbecue” just isn’t the same. That’s where HowzitCanada comes in.

Launched by the South African Institute of Canada (SAIC), HowzitCanada is a dedicated platform designed to help South Africans in Canada find each other, discover South African businesses, and stay connected with events, online communities, and cultural experiences. Whether you’re hunting for a shop that stocks Mrs. Ball’s chutney, looking for a local rugby-watching crew, or keen to find the next big bring-and-braai, HowzitCanada is your one-stop directory for everything lekker and local.

What HowzitCanada Offers

The platform acts as a comprehensive directory for South Africans across Canada, helping them find:

✔ South African Stores & Products – The best places to buy boerewors, biltong, Ouma beskuit, and all those flavours that taste like home.

✔ Events & Celebrations – A listing of upcoming braais, potjie competitions, market days, and other South African gatherings happening across Canada.

✔ Local & Online Communities – Whether it’s a WhatsApp group, a Facebook community, or an in-person meetup, HowzitCanada helps South Africans find their people.

✔ South African-Owned Businesses – From accountants to electricians, the directory highlights businesses owned by South Africans to help expats support their fellow Saffas.

Why It Matters

One of the toughest parts of moving countries is rebuilding your network from scratch—figuring out where to shop, who to call when you need a sparky, and where to go when you’re craving a proper boerie roll. HowzitCanada takes the guesswork out of it, helping South Africans in Canada find their people, their favorite products, and the events that bring them together.

The platform isn’t just about nostalgia—it’s about building a strong Saffa community in Canada. Whether you’ve been here for five minutes or five years, HowzitCanada is here to help you stay connected, keep the gees alive, and make sure no South African has to go without a proper braai again.

For South Africans searching for South African communities in Canada, South African events, or South African-owned businesses, HowzitCanada is the ultimate go-to resource.

For more information, visit https://howzitcanada.ca/