The upcoming winter officially starts on December 21st and though it may be unbearably cold, the weather should not deter anyone from venturing outdoors. After all, there are several events and activities…
Continue ReadingCanada has always had a passion for sports. The 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver was one of the best attended games to date, and even when the Toronto Maple Leafs (constantly) lose,…
Continue ReadingToday, Canadians are encouraged to remember the countless women and men, past and present, who sacrificed their lives to protect our rights, freedoms, and privileges. However, a Toronto Star article argues that…
Continue ReadingAccording to Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander, Canada has issued 11% more study permits to international students this year compared to 2013; in 2012, there was a 26% increase. Last year, international…
Continue ReadingThat’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 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 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…
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