That’s right; $1,000 Canadian dollar (CAD) bank notes used to be in circulation, until the Bank of Canada decided in 2000 to withdraw them from circulation. Though this decision was in light…
Continue ReadingHave you ever wondered which top five languages are spoken across Canada, a country known worldwide for its socio-cultural diversity? According to CBC News, these are English, French, Chinese, Italian, and Punjabi. But…
Continue ReadingHalloween is coming up this Friday, but between choosing costumes and stocking up on candy, we often forget the true, spooky spirit that the day is supposed to represent. Ghost stories have…
Continue ReadingIn 2012, Parliament passed two Orders in Council which introduced changes to the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) that limited access to healthcare by refugee claimants in Canada. A group called the…
Continue ReadingFurther to my education blog, Tips for New Immigrant Students in Canada, posted earlier this month, the recent Canadian University Report by the Globe and Mail may further assist students with university selection. Whether you…
Continue ReadingIf you’re looking for things to do in Toronto this weekend, perhaps you’re still trying to burn off pounds gained from Thanksgiving Day or you simply wish to enjoy autumn in the…
Continue ReadingOctober is a busy and challenging month for many students. With mid-term work and adjustment to new classes and/ or school environments, it can be a stressful time. For immigrants who are…
Continue ReadingAccording to a recent news release by the Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers (CARL), the Conservative Government has challenged the Federal Court’s decision on refugee health care to the Federal Court of Appeal. On…
Continue ReadingAccording to a recent CBC News report, more immigrants will lead to a stronger economy for New Brunswick. Contrary to common misconceptions, they invest in countless entrepreneurial opportunities including the creation of…
Continue ReadingWhile Canadians dream of going to France for vacation, to retire, or both, many Francophones consider Canada a ‘land of opportunity’. This is partly due to the competitive job market in France,…
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