Toronto race puts neighbourhoods first
A marathon doesn’t just smell like a convention of old sneakers. The real treat for the nostrils comes from the communities the marathon winds through – and no city is richer for the nose than Toronto, says Alan Brookes, director of the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon. “Big-city marathons have to be part of the community, […]
Expected U.S. ambassador to Canada has Obama's ear
In a possible indication of the easygoing and friendly relationship between Canada and the United States, the nominee for U.S. ambassador to Canada answered questions on Wednesday from a single U.S. senator who turned up at his confirmation hearing in Washington. The hearing room has seating for 21 senators. U.S. President Barack Obama’s nominee, David […]
TELL US YOUR IMMIGRATION STORY —-WHAT DO YOU SEE, FOR YOU, AND/ OR YOUR FAMILY IN CANADA
To all of our fans, we would like to share with you one of the entries for the “Tell Us Your Immigration Story Contest” Please share your comments with us, and if you have a favorite story or you would like to participate in the Tell Us Your Immigration Story Contest, please send your story […]
Afghan interpreters have high hopes for federal relocation plan
Afghan interpreters say they are overjoyed to hear Ottawa is fast-tracking immigration for Afghan translators who have worked for the army and other federal agencies. Immigration Minister Jason Kenney made the long-anticipated announcement last week, saying there are Afghans who face “extraordinary personal risk” in support of Canada’s mission in Kandahar. One interpreter who goes […]
Czechs, Mexicans require visas
More than five million people visit Canada every year — and now more of them are going to have a harder time getting in the door. Every visitor to Canada has to meet some basic requirements. For instance, they must possess a valid travel document, be in good health and convince an immigration officer they […]
Tell Your Immigration Story – "WHY I WANT STUDY ENGLISH IN CANADA"
To all of our fans, we would like to share with you one of the entries for the “Tell Us Your Immigration Story Contest” Please share your comments with us, and if you have a favorite story or you would like to participatein the Tell Us Your Immigration Story Contest, please send your story to […]