In June 2017 I wrote an article for Canadian Immigrant titled “Don’t Misrepresent: Honesty is the Best Policy When Filling out Applications.” The piece provided an overview of how committing misrepresentation in an immigration application can result in a five-year bar on entering Canada. In discussing what constitutes misrepresentation, I wrote that “while there is […]
Read moreNinth annual DARPAN Awards 2018 Ten influential South Asians were honoured at the ninth annual DARPAN Awards on September 14, 2018, at a black-tie affair with more than 700 guests. They were recognized with a Darpan Extraordinary Achievement Award for their extraordinary achievements and for reflecting their heritage in a remarkable way. These recipients were: […]
Read moreAre you a new writer in the GTA who could use a mentor? Diaspora Dialogues invites submissions from emerging writers who want to be matched up with mentor writers. Deadline for applications is October 15, 2018, and mentorships will begin in January 2019 and run for six months. Diaspora Dialogues is “an organization that supports […]
Read moreAll Edmontonians, whether they are a citizen or not, could soon be able to access basic services — like applying for a low-income bus pass or a recreation centre pass — without fear. According to city administration, undocumented individuals living in Edmonton don’t often access basic services because they fear deportation. [Last] Wednesday, the community […]
Read moreNew research suggests immigrants will bring more religion; religious tolerance remains key Increases to immigration levels in Canada means more religiousness in Canada, too, according to a new Angus Reid poll. The research, in partnership with religious think tank Cardus, found that almost four in 10 immigrants to Canada are “religiously committed.” In other words, […]
Read moreDon’t miss the Calgary Canadian Immigrant Fair The free Canadian Immigrant Fair, in association with Public Mobile, is coming back to Calgary for the fifth year in a row, with a diverse tradeshow and an exciting lineup of speakers who will help take your journey in Canada to the new heights. This year, the event […]
Read moreDon’t miss the Edmonton Canadian Immigrant Fair The free Canadian Immigrant Fair, in association with Public Mobile, is coming back to Edmonton for the third year in a row, with a diverse tradeshow and an exciting lineup of speakers who will help take your journey in Canada to the new heights. Held at the Shaw […]
Read moreDiversity expert Alden E. Habacon helps professionals and organizations meet the intercultural demands of today’s diverse workplace, and he will be sharing his wisdom as keynote speaker at MOSAIC’s Immigrant Professionals Conference. Philippines-born Habacon, a TEDx Vancouver speaker, will share invaluable insight for newcomers, having worked with wide range of industries and sectors throughout Canada […]
Read moreCanadian entrepreneur Jim Estill, president and CEO of Danby Appliances, has partnered with the recently announced BVOR Fund to sponsor 20 refugee families to Canada. Estill has previously sponsored 61 Syrian refugee families, and is recognized for his innovative approach to refugee protection and integration. (Read more about Estill’s approach to helping refugees settle in […]
Read moreMeena Chopra is a poet and visual artist with an unbridled passion for words, space, colours and forms. Born and brought up in Nainital, India, she worked in the fashion and garment industry, before switching her focus to fine arts and poetry, and later immigrating to Canada. Now living in Toronto, she writes poetry both […]
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