Credit to Author: Ramya Ramanathan| Date: Wed, 09 Oct 2019 16:14:18 +0000
October is known as Small Business Month throughout the country — a time to recognize the contributions that the Canadian small business sector makes to the economy and to their local communities. The majority of Canadian firms are, in fact, small businesses; in 2017, 1.15 million (97.9 percent) out of 1.18 total employer businesses in the […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Mon, 07 Oct 2019 16:19:31 +0000
Autumn, or fall, is a season to celebrate the harvest and prepare for the arrival of winter. From enjoying the beautiful fall colours and the cool crisp air, to playing in the fall leaves to going apple picking, there is so much to appreciate about the season. Here are some fun ways to celebrate fall […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 02 Oct 2019 22:03:54 +0000
A family new to Canada is asked to pay six months of rent in advance because they have no rental history in Canada or Canadian credit or professional references. A single mother living in a shelter is refused an apartment by a landlord because she has children and receives social assistance. A young woman is […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Admin Admin| Date: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 15:21:17 +0000
By Lorraine Reggin, University of Calgary; Penny Pexman, University of Calgary; Sheri Madigan, University of Calgary, and Susan Graham, University of Calgary Learning to read is one of the most important developmental achievements of childhood, and it sets the stage for later school and life success. But learning to read is not straightforward. As child […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Admin Admin| Date: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:10:08 +0000
Make more classroom supports available. Provide better information on employment rights. And begin regulating education recruiters. Those are just some of the ways to bolster the experience of international students in Canada and improve the burgeoning international education system, according to students, teachers, policy-makers and others. A months-long joint investigation by the Toronto Star and […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Ramya Ramanathan| Date: Wed, 25 Sep 2019 22:35:37 +0000
Canada celebrates Gender Equality Week from September 23 to 27, 2019. The theme for Gender Equality Week is Gender equality benefits everyone: #EveryoneBenefits, and is inspired by the vision of a gender equal society and the benefits of advancing gender equality to women, men and people of all gender identities. This week is an opportunity for […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Murali Murthy| Date: Mon, 23 Sep 2019 19:40:57 +0000
Five steps to build your edge with a compelling executive-level resume Many ‘A-Players’ run into a familiar brick wall in their job search strategy. Each time they send out their executive resume, they are either ignored, told they are over-qualified, asked to minimize their qualifications or offered lower-paying positions that are below their capabilities. If […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Ramya Ramanathan| Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2019 21:52:34 +0000
The 18th Annual Small World Music Festival returns to Toronto from September 19 – 29, bringing a captivating mix of sounds to stages across the city. The signature annual program is known for showcasing an eclectic mix of artists from around the globe and around the corner representing the state-of-the-art in global sounds. The programming […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2019 02:54:57 +0000
Did you know immigrants who have been in Canada for 10 to 30 years have higher rates of private incorporated company ownership than those born in Canada? If you’re a new Canadian thinking of starting a business, or having already started a business, it’s important to consider your intellectual property and how you can best […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2019 19:03:16 +0000
Start it Right! A new kind of youth employment program kickstarts careers for newcomer youth International students and young temporary residents are trying to build lives and careers in Canada. But when looking for career resources to help them succeed, they often come up empty. Not eligible for government job programs and services, these youth […]
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