Credit to Author: Margaret Jetelina| Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 04:00:15 +0000
Christmas in Canada is a wonderful time of year, breaking up the cold weather with beautiful lights, music and celebrations. If you’re a newcomer to Canada, here are 10 facts to know about the holiday. Canadians are known for being polite and may refrain from wishing you a “Merry Christmas,” so as not to offend […]
Read moreCredit 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 […]
Read moreCredit 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 […]
Read moreCredit 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 […]
Read moreCredit 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 […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:03:04 +0000
Newcomers, both adults and youth, are faced with many changes, challenges and losses that come with immigrating to a new country. Many also come to Canada to escape war, injustice and trauma and often need mental health support and counselling. There are just not enough mental health services, especially accessible, low-cost services for the growing […]
Read moreCredit 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 […]
Read moreCredit 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 […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Vivien| Date: Sun, 03 Nov 2019 23:01:29 +0000
The Nai Children’s Choir’s teachers and their charges are composing a new song, Nature Journey, about immigration and integration, during their week of summer camp at at the Toronto Public Library Don Mills branch. The kids clap and bob their heads to the beat. A little girl crawls into her neighbour’s lap. “What is the […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Baisakhi Roy| Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 16:55:49 +0000
From veteran directors to first-time feature filmmakers, immigrants continued to tell compelling stories at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) that was held from September 5-15, 2019. Canadian Immigrant spotlights a few these talented voices who brought their own newcomer experiences to the big screen this year. The Masters Atom Egoyan, an Egyptian-born Canadian stage […]
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