Immigration News

“Our government continues to look at all reasonable options to make Canada’s already generous immigration system even more flexible, fast and fair. To that end, I am pleased to announce another common sense move to cut wait times for newcomers who are committed to contributing to Canada’s long-term growth and prosperity. “The application process has, […]

“This evening, Jewish Canadians will come together with their families and friends to celebrate the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. “In Hebrew, Rosh Hashanah means “head of the year” or “first of the year.” Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the ten days of repentance known as the Days of Awe, during

Subscribe RSS  (What is RSS?) Email Ottawa, August 30, 2013 — Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander today commended the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Nova Scotia for a thorough investigation into alleged residence fraud. “I want to applaud the outstanding work done by RCMP investigators in this matter,” said Alexander. “To those who

“This evening, Jewish Canadians will come together with their families and friends to celebrate the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. “In Hebrew, Rosh Hashanah means “head of the year” or “first of the year.” Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the ten days of repentance known as the Days of Awe, during

“Our government continues to look at all reasonable options to make Canada’s already generous immigration system even more flexible, fast and fair. To that end, I am pleased to announce another common sense move to cut wait times for newcomers who are committed to contributing to Canada’s long-term growth and prosperity. “The application process has,

Subscribe RSS  (What is RSS?) Email Ottawa, August 30, 2013 — Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander today commended the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Nova Scotia for a thorough investigation into alleged residence fraud. “I want to applaud the outstanding work done by RCMP investigators in this matter,” said Alexander. “To those who

“This evening, Jewish Canadians will come together with their families and friends to celebrate the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. “In Hebrew, Rosh Hashanah means “head of the year” or “first of the year.” Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the ten days of repentance known as the Days of Awe, during

“This month, I encourage all Canadians to celebrate Greek heritage, as two of Canada’s largest Greek festivals take place in Toronto and Ottawa. “Today is the first day of Toronto’s Pilaros Taste of Danforth festival. This annual event attracts over 1 million people over a three day period. Beginning with the celebration of the Annunciation

“Falling on the first day of the month of Shawwal on the Islamic calendar, Eid al-Fitr is an important holiday marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan and the start of a feast that lasts up to three days. “Muslims everywhere celebrate the day by sharing festive meals with family, friends and neighbours.

“It was with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Gim Foon Wong, an exemplary Canadian citizen and a distinguished, lifelong advocate for the recognition of the contributions of Chinese railway workers in the 20th century. “Gim was born in Vancouver’s Chinatown. In 1944, he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and trained