Queenie Choo appointed as Honorary Captain (Navy) for the Royal Canadian Navy Queenie Choo, CEO of Vancouver-based immigrant settlement agency SUCCESS, has been appointed Honorary Captain (Navy) of Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Vancouver by the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). She is the first Chinese-Canadian woman to be bestowed this title. “I am proud to appoint Queenie Choo as […]
Read moreIndian-born Alison Silgardo, CEO of Vancouver-based Pacifica Treatment Centre, invites you to come and support the addictions treatment centre in its first annual Fun Run. Encouraging healthy connections and physical activity as a part of a wholesome recovery, the 5K and 1K runs will take place at Trout Lake August 12, 2018, from 8:30 a.m. to […]
Read moreIndian-born Minu Bhatia crocheted a Canadian flag to show her gratitude to her adopted country People usually forget a good deed done for them, others remember it but don’t think of reciprocating. Then there is Calgary-based immigrant from India Minu Bhatia. She not only fondly remembers the benevolence of the Canadian society, but has gone […]
Read moreWant to get a Canadian post-secondary educational credential but worried about tuition fees? Check out the program offerings from Ashton College at its Vancouver or online campus. From human resources to immigration consultancy and more, if you’re a newcomer who is interested in studies at Ashton College, you also have a chance at getting free tuition. If […]
Read moreMusicians Rob and Sarah Skinner, also known as the Red Dirt Skinners, knew there was something special about Canada when they visited for work back in June 2015. “We just kind of fell in love with the place the moment we landed,” says Sarah. “Everyone was extremely receptive to our music, the people were wonderful, […]
Read moreA top-down approach to optimal health for immigrants Most of us who emigrate do well with the transition, despite the stressors and uncertainties that are inevitable with immigration and resettlement, according to Canadian Guidelines for Immigrant Health published in CMAJ (July 2011). These include challenges with leaving family members behind, changes in social and support […]
Read moreOn July 31, 2018, nationals from countries in Europe, Africa and the Middle East are required to provide biometrics (fingerprints and a photo) if they are applying for a Canadian visitor visa, a work or study permit, or permanent residence. Currently, Canada already collects biometrics from in-Canada refugee claimants and overseas refugee resettlement applicants, individuals […]
Read more#BollywoodMonster Mashup, a four-day long festival held last weekend, was the largest and most lively festival to date. Two international Bollywood singers Aaman Trikha and Khushboo Grewal had fans eager to attend the weekend’s festivities, and both put on superb performances at Mississauga Celebration Square. On Friday, July 20 at the #BollywoodMonster Concert, Khushboo Grewal took […]
Read moreWant to get a Canadian post-secondary educational credential but worried about tuition fees? Check out the program offerings from Ashton College at its Vancouver or online campus. From human resources to immigration consultancy and more, if you’re a newcomer who is interested in studies at Ashton College, you also have a chance at getting free tuition. If […]
Read moreIn our new series of articles, “Things to do in Canada in summer,” Canadian Immigrant has been giving you tips and ideas on Canadian places you won’t want to miss as you plan your summer vacation. The following article, part three in our series, has the low-down on the Prairies. If you’re a newcomer to Canada, […]
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