Hanca Times (Hanca.com) Overview

Founded in May 1998, Hanca Times is Montreal’s pioneering Korean‑language community newspaper and portal, headquartered in Quebec. It serves as a comprehensive local resource for Korean Canadians in Montreal, Ottawa, and wider Quebec.

Core Sections:

Local News & Features: Covers Korean community events, Quebec-wide news, cultural happenings, Korean film festivals, and diaspora stories.
Immigration & Education Guidance: Offers Q&A and up-to-date info for immigrants and students, including school and visa guidance.
Classified Marketplace: Includes jobs, housing, tutoring, services, and secondhand goods listings under “교민장터”.
Community Forum & Lifestyle: Enables sharing of daily life tips (“생활정보 공유”), galleries, and cultural columns in Korean.
Professional Columns: Expert commentary on medicine, law, real estate, finance, tax, Korean traditional medicine, and literature.

Evaluation:

Hanca Times stands out for its strong local focus and decades of dedication to Quebec’s Korean community. Although the site design feels dated and lacks mobile apps, its content is rich, practical, and culturally relevant. It remains a trusted source for news, classifieds, immigration insights, and community engagement in Montreal and Ottawa.