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Canada versus Finland: Where Should I move?
When relocation is on your mind, there are plenty of countries to choose from. Canada is one of the most popular destinations for migrants. But Finland is one of those Scandinavian countries that is always finishing really high up in the quality of life indices, often finishing near or above Canada. Both of these countries…
Canada versus France: Where Should I move?
When considering relocation, Canada and France both have their merits for individuals and for families. When weighing these merits, it is also important to consider any drawbacks that may also come into play. How do you know which of these two countries would be the best immigration destination for you?
Do Immigrants Steal Jobs?
There are those who say immigration hurts Canada and especially hurts native-born Canadians by driving down wages and taking away jobs they would otherwise have if there was little immigration into the country. In order to answer their claims, the first step is to ask what is the reality of immigration and Canada’s economic performance?…
Transportation Worker Identification Credential TWIC
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Index What is TWIC? Who Needs a TWIC? How Long is a TWIC Valid for? Eligibility How to Apply How You MIght Not Qualify Appealing a Rejection Getting Your Card Cardholder Responsibilities What is TWIC? The Transport Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program provides tamper-resistant biometric credentials to maritime workers requiring…
TSA PreCheck
TSA PreCheck PreEnrolment TSA PreCheck is a DHS Trusted Traveler Program that enables low-risk airline passengers to enjoy expedited and faster security clearances at participating airport’s checkpoints. This can be for domestic or international travel. If you are already a member of the following DHS Trusted Traveller programs: Global Entry NEXUS SENTRI and you have…
Travelling to Canada as a Dual Citizen
Are you a dual citizen in Canada? As of November 10, 2016 you may find yourself prevented from boarding a flight to Canada if you do not have the right documents. Why will this happen? It’s because of the new eTA. There’s a few things you need to know.
What To Do When Your Spousal Sponsorship Fails
While a Spousal Sponsorship can be a great way to get your foreign partner to come to Canada so you can live together and your partner can achieve status as a Canadian permanent resident, it also is an obligation on the part of both the sponsor and the sponsored spouse. More than that, it is…
Sponsored Refugees
Sponsored refugees are convention refugees who have been allowed to immigrate to Canada. A convention refugee is a person who is outside his or her country of nationality and has a well-founded fear of persecution for reason of race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group or political opinion, and is unable or unwilling,…
Border Crossing Dos and Don’ts
Maybe your parents have stories about the way the border of Canada and US used to be – guards eating donuts and waving or maybe even sleeping at their posts. Things have changed. Now it’s all interrogation and snarling drug dogs and fear of shoe bombers when you’re crossing from Canada to US.
Landing in Canada – a Guide
To have a stress free landing and settling process in Canada, you need to have knowledge of the basics of living in the country. Each country has its own unique set of requirements and customs that a migrant needs to adhere to for a peaceful landing and settlement. Lack of sufficient knowledge or refusal to…