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RSS  (What is RSS?) Email Ottawa, March 20, 2014 — Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander issued the following statement to mark the Journée internationale de la Francophonie: “Today, more than 9.5 million Canadians speak French in our country. “The French language is part of our national heritage and is a great source of pride for […]

“This week, Canadians are gathering at parades and festivities across the country to commemorate the life of Saint Patrick. These events represent a wonderful opportunity to recognize the important contributions that citizens of Irish descent have made to our country. “The Irish were among the early newcomers to arrive in Canada in the late 15th century,

RSS  (What is RSS?) Email Promoting Canada as a Destination for Chinese Business People, Students and Visitors Ottawa, March 17, 2014 — Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander  will travel to Hong Kong and Shanghai this week to highlight the many opportunities that exist for Chinese businesses, students and travellers in Canada. The relationship between

“Today is the Hindu spring festival of Holi. Also known as the Festival of Colours, this ancient religious festival is now also popular with non-Hindus in Canada and around the world. “By spreading a message of peace and friendship, it is a celebration that can serve to strengthen our country by bringing together people from

RSS  (What is RSS?) Email Recognizing Innovators for Work in Foreign Credential Recognition Ottawa, March 13, 2014 — Today Costas Menegakis, Parliamentary Secretary to Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister, recognized winners of the International Qualifications Network Awards (IQN) who devote their time to the successful integration of new Canadians. The IQN Awards recognizes the hard work,

RSS  (What is RSS?) Email Ottawa, March 14, 2014 — Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander issued the following statement: “I would like to acknowledge the good police work that led to recent charges against three people in southwestern Ontario who allegedly hired stand-ins to write English proficiency tests on their behalf, using fake passports

RSS  (What is RSS?) Email Project will help clear the way for skilled British and Irish tradespeople to work in Canada London, March 14, 2014 — A new international study that will help British and Irish trained tradespeople assess their skills against Canadian criteria is being supported by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). Employment and Social

RSS  (What is RSS?) Email Recognizing Innovators for Work in Foreign Credential Recognition Ottawa, March 13, 2014 — Today Costas Menegakis, Parliamentary Secretary to Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister, recognized winners of the International Qualifications Network Awards (IQN) who devote their time to the successful integration of new Canadians. The IQN Awards recognizes the hard work,

RSS  (What is RSS?) Email New Canadian citizens in February 2014 almost double compared to one year ago Ottawa, February 28, 2014 — More than 19,200 people from 193 countries have become Canadian citizens at citizenship ceremonies held across Canada over the month of February. This is almost 100 percent higher compared to the same period

“Today is International Women’s Day. This year’s theme, ‘Strong Women, Strong Canada, Canadian Women – Creating Jobs One Business at a Time,’ could not be more fitting as we look at the important contributions of women in Canada. Today, women are business and community leaders and can accomplish anything. “Throughout our country’s history, Canadian women