Canada’s Healthcare Crisis: Moving from Problem to Solving The Problem Beyond COVID-19

Credit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Tue, 28 Mar 2023 14:06:45 +0000

It’s no surprise Canada’s healthcare continues to be at a breaking point. Yet, critical conversations to address the crisis have taken a backseat.

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Establish your plan for financial success: five tips for reaching your financial savings goals

Credit to Author: Daniela Cohen| Date: Thu, 23 Mar 2023 15:27:01 +0000

During her first five years in Canada, working multiple service jobs to earn a living, Andreina Romero almost gave up on her dreams of further education. Finally, with the encouragement of her family, in 2001, she finally applied for college and then university at 25 years old. “I had no funds saved for school whatsoever, […]

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Building your credit history for your financial future 

Credit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Mon, 20 Mar 2023 19:30:46 +0000

 As a newcomer to Canada, you have probably already heard about the importance of building a credit history in your new country. After all, you’re rebuilding your life and your finances and that means navigating an essential part of the Canadian financial landscape: credit and credit history.. Why is a credit history important for building […]

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Access to education and diversity in leadership key contributors to eliminating racial discrimination

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Mon, 20 Mar 2023 14:44:15 +0000

Canada and B.C. were among the first to support United Nations’ International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination in 1989, observed annually on March 21. Yet tragically, racial discrimination continues to have tragic and far-reaching consequences for many under-represented groups. Editorial by Ajay Patel, President and CEO, Vancouver Community College.

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Computek opens Ajax campus graduating more skilled workers in high-demand industries than ever before

Credit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:30:06 +0000

The labour shortage in Canada continues to be a pressing issue for the Canadian government. Numerous studies have shown immigration and the right training will be key to filling essential roles and addressing this gap. A time of growth Building on its 30+ year legacy as a leading career college that provides practical diploma, certificate, […]

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Nominations open for the Windmill Microlending Empowerment Award

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:57:42 +0000

The Windmill Microlending Empowerment Award recognizes individuals who are going above and beyond to empower and support the successful journeys of immigrants and refugees to Canada.

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Winning advice for 2023: A conversation with Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Award recipients

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 08 Mar 2023 22:13:14 +0000

In the process of making Canada home? Seeking a little inspiration for your journey? As we embark on the 15th year of the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards, four of our past award winners share their lived experiences and perspectives and, most importantly, their inspirational advice for 2023! 

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The new Canadian’s glossary of key financial terms

Credit to Author: Guest Author| Date: Thu, 09 Feb 2023 13:30:19 +0000

As a newcomer to Canada, you may be working on improving your English (or French) language skills, but you may not have considered all the vocabulary you will encounter when managing your money. Here is a glossary of key financial terms you will want to know in six categories: basic banking; saving for training, accreditation […]

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Four budget and money management strategies for newcomers

Credit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2023 13:00:25 +0000

Taking the time to create a budget can be a step toward a strong financial foundation for your new life in Canada, here are 4 tips to start you on your way.

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The independence of CPP Investments

Credit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2023 19:02:35 +0000

Sponsored Content When CPP Investments was created in 1997, Canadian legislators insisted on rules to prevent political interference with decision-making, including investment selection. That independence remains firmly in place. CPP Investments operates at arm’s length from federal and provincial governments, which is to say that elected officials have no say in the day-to-day management of […]

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