Canadian Immigration News
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Alberta’s economy continues to grow
March 14, 2011
A report from RBC Economics has indicated that Alberta’s economy will grow by 4.3% in 2011. Alberta is expected to have the third highest economic growth in Canada after Saskatchewan and Newfoundland and Labrador.
Read moreNew P.E.I. programs introduced
March 11, 2011
Prince Edward Island has introduced five new streams into their Provincial Nominee Program, which are active immediately. The Skilled Worker Stream and the Family Connection Stream still remain part of the program.
Read moreP.E.I. welcoming Chinese immigrants
March 10, 2011
Prince Edward Island recently hosted the Chinese Islanders Business Summit, in which they welcomed over 200 new Chinese immigrants to the province.
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Helping youths prepare for the Canadian job market
March 08, 2011
The Government of Canada announced their support for an employment project, entitled the Skilled Link program. Skills Link is aimed at helping youths prepare to enter the Canadian work force by providing job preparation training and work experience.
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New rules for Canadian employers and foreign workers
March 04, 2011
On April 1, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) will announce new regulations for Canadian employers looking to hire foreign workers. The new regulations will cover various aspects of hiring foreign workers, such as the amount of time a job offer is valid to the actual terms of a work permit.
Read moreMulticultural women celebrated by Calgary event
March 02, 2011
As part of International Women’s Day, Calgary will be holding a special event celebrating women from different cultures. The special event, entitled “Celebrating the Roles of Multicultural Women”, will be partially funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC).
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Study shows Canada excels at integrating immigrants
February 28, 2011
In a survey of countries in Europe and North America, Canada was found to be better at integrating immigrants into society compared to most other countries.
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Improved social housing and job creation in Quebec
February 25, 2011
Survey names Vancouver world’s most liveable city
February 23, 2011
An annual survey conducted by the Economist Intelligence Unit has named Vancouver, British Columbia the most liveable city in the world. Vancouver has maintained the number one position for the past five years.
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Canada celebrates Family Day
February 21, 2011
The third Monday in February is known as Family Day in the provinces of Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan. Held for the first time in 1990 in Alberta, Family Day is celebrated as a day to recognize the importance of family.
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