Featured – Page 18 – Thinking Port

If in doubt, let them out — children have the right to play

December 19, 2019 admin children's right to play, Featured, Living, outdoor activities, outdoor play, Parenting

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 12:19:05 +0000

[By Mark S. Tremblay, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa and Mariana Brussoni, University of British Columbia] New research from Statistics Canada’s Canadian Health Measures Survey reaffirmed the dramatic decline in Canadian children’s fitness seen over the past 35 years — with only one-third of Canadian school-aged children meeting physical activity guidelines. Other research from the same […]

Canada Immigration

Bend it like Beckham musical comes to Toronto

December 17, 2019 admin bend it like beckham, culture, Featured, Living, multicultural film, south asian sikh family

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 17 Dec 2019 12:08:45 +0000

Leading live-entertainment company Starvox Entertainment, Bend it Films and Kintop Pictures in association with TO Live, have announced the lead creative team of their upcoming North American premiere production of Bend it like Beckham: The Musical. Playing from December 17, 2019 – January 5, 2020 at the Bluma Appel Theatre, St. Lawrence Centre for the Performing Arts, rehearsals […]

Canada Immigration

Wise giving during the holiday season

December 12, 2019 admin bbb, Featured, giving to charity, guides, holiday giving, multicultural calendar

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 09:19:48 +0000

The holiday season tends to ignite the spirit of giving in many of us. As you gather around with your family and friends to celebrate this time of year make sure that you’re contributing to the right charities. With thousands of charities in Canada and overseas seeking your contribution, make sure you do your research […]

Canada Immigration

GTA immigrants nearly absent at top of corporate ladder, finds report

December 12, 2019 admin careers, careers & education, Featured, gta, immigrants in senior leadership, news, triec

Credit to Author: Ramya Ramanathan| Date: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 08:48:50 +0000

Despite making up nearly 50% of the population, Greater Toronto Area immigrants only make up 6% of senior leadership positions across the public, private, and non-profit sector, according to a report recently released by the Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC). While newcomer unemployment rates are at an all-time low, too many immigrant professionals are […]

Canada Immigration

Twenty newcomer artists recognized through neighbourhood arts awards

December 9, 2019 admin culture, Featured, Living, newcomer artists, rbc arts access awards, toronto community foundation (tcf)

Credit to Author: Ramya Ramanathan| Date: Mon, 09 Dec 2019 08:55:36 +0000

From a Bangladeshi hard-of-hearing visual artist drawn to painting due to its accessibility as a visual art form, to a Cuban writer, filmmaker and storyteller exploring themes of immigration, diaspora and motherhood, to an artist inspired by her Indian roots to modernize the traditional Bharatanatyam dance form through teaching and performance – the profiles of […]

Canada Immigration

Planning to put up a Christmas tree this holiday season?

December 5, 2019 admin christmas tree, culture, Featured, green living, holiday season, Living, new holiday traditions, Uncategorized

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Thu, 05 Dec 2019 08:29:27 +0000

The Christmas tree is the centerpiece in many homes at this time of year. Many newcomers and families of varied backgrounds and different faiths are choosing to put up Christmas trees, decorations and lights as they get into the spirit of the holiday season. Some prefer buying a real tree and others like the easier […]

Canada Immigration

Ten things to keep in mind at your company’s holiday party

December 3, 2019 admin christmas party, Featured, holiday office party, workplace, workplace culture

Credit to Author: Guest Author| Date: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 11:38:48 +0000

For many companies, the annual holiday or Christmas party is a tradition in Canada. However many new immigrants may not be familiar with the party protocol. It’s important to remember that unlike other social gatherings, most of the time, the year-end gathering could be attended by your work colleagues, your bosses, spouses and even your […]

Canada Immigration

Give yourself a gift this upcoming holiday season

November 26, 2019 admin Featured, Living, stress busters during the holiday season, tips to avoid stress, wellness

Credit to Author: Hazel Morley| Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 10:43:51 +0000

Six holiday stress busters to help you avoid unnecessary stress The holiday season is around the corner and many readers will start feeling the strain – financially, physically and emotionally. While it can be a fun time, with lots of social events and activities, it can also be draining and tiring, especially if we don’t […]

Canada Immigration

THIRD ANNUAL MISSISSAUGA SANTA CLAUS PARADE IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER

November 19, 2019 admin christmas, Community, Featured, Holiday, Living, Parade

Credit to Author: Laura Jackman| Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 19:23:45 +0000

Erin Mills Auto Centre welcomes Santa once again Written by Ian Colpitts – Mississauga News It’s that time of year again. The Erin Mills Auto Centre and The Mississauga News are set to host the third annual Mississauga Santa Claus Parade on Sunday, Dec. 1 at the Erin Mills Auto Centre. “There is no experience more […]

Canada Immigration

Niagara, a welcoming place for everyone

November 19, 2019 admin Featured, greater toronto area, Living, Niagara, settlement, Settling in Canada

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:47:19 +0000

Seven reasons why Niagara should be on your radar if you are looking to make a move. When newcomers first arrive in Canada, many think about settling in a large city. But some newcomers want a different lifestyle from the city, or want to explore smaller communities and more affordable housing. Niagara is a place […]