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Important links to information about Canada and immigration
Information About Canada
http://www.canadainfolink.ca/canmap.htmWorldguide Canada
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/worldguide/destinations/north-america/canadaNational Maps and Facts
http://atlas.nrcan.gc.ca/site/english/maps/reference#nationalNational Flag
http://www.canadianheritage.gc.ca/progs/cpsc-ccsp/sc-cs/df1_e.cfm
O Canada!
Our home and native land!
True patriot love in all thy sons command.
With glowing hearts we see thee rise,
The True North strong and free!
From far and wide,
O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.
God keep our land glorious and free!
O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.
O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.
National Anthem
http://www.canadianheritage.gc.ca/progs/cpsc-ccsp/sc-cs/anthem_e.cfm
Information Resources on Canada
http://www.caslt.org/research/canadaday.htm
Canada Day, official Canadian sites and other links.Canadiana
http://www.cs.cmu.edu/Unofficial/Canadiana/README.html
Canadian resource page: media, facts and figures; government services; politics and history; science and education; technology, commerce, and industry; heritage, culture and entertainment. Year 2000.About Canada Publication Series
http://www.mta.ca/faculty/arts/canadian_studies/english/archived/theaboutcanadapublication.html
Series of brief analytical overviews of modern Canadian issues and culture.Canadian Heritage
http://www.pch.gc.ca/index_e.cfm
Responsible for national policies and programs that promote Canadian content, foster cultural participation, active citizenship and participation in Canada's civic life, and strengthen connections among Canadians.Parliament of Canada
http://www.parl.gc.ca/common/index.asp?Language=E
Information service of the Parliament of Canada, About Parliament, Webcast, Visitor Information, Virtual Library, etc.Prime Minister of Canada
http://www.pm.gc.ca/eng/default.asp
Office of the Prime Minister of Canadaepass Canada
http://canada.gc.ca/acanada/acPubHome.jsp?lang=eng
Information resources of the Government of Canada.Service Canada
http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/en/about/about.html
One-stop service to more Canadians in more communities, delivered with the right service attitude. Over time, it will bring federal services and benefits together making it easier for Canadians to get more of the help they need in one place, whether by phone, Internet or in person.Department of Human Resources and Skills Development
http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/en/cs/comm/hrsd/about_us.shtml
Responsible for providing all Canadians with the tools they need to thrive and prosper in the workplace and community. Supports human capital development, labour market development and dedicated to establishing a culture of lifelong learning for Canadians.Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/
Supports Canadians abroad, helps Canadian companies succeed in global markets, promotes Canada's culture and values, and works to build a more peaceful and secure world.Diplomatic Gateway to Canada
http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/protocol/Foreign-reps-en.asp
Directory of Foreign Representatives in Canada.Canadian Information By Subject
http://www.collectionscanada.ca/caninfo/ecaninfo.htm
Information service developed by the Library and Archives Canada to provide links to information about Canada from Internet resources around the world.Canadian Economy Online
http://canadianeconomy.gc.ca/english/economy/index.cfm
Government of Canada’s one stop guide to the national economy.What Canadians Think About Everything
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/special/canquiz2005
Interactive quiz. Globe and Mail, 2005Canada's Provinces
http://www.lizardpoint.com/fun/geoquiz/canquiz.htmlCanada-Alphabet
http://www.canadafreepress.com/2005/bedford123005.htm
ABC information - A is for Alberta, where you will find the wonderful Rockies; B is for Billy Bishop, Canada's famous World War I fighter pilot; C is for Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, etc.The Kids' Site of Canadian Settlement
http://www.collectionscanada.ca/settlement/kids/index-e.html
When and why did people choose to come to Canada? How did they interact with the communities of people, both Aboriginal and immigrant, already living here? What traditions and beliefs did these different communities bring and share?News Directory
http://www.newsdirectory.com/news.php?c=na&co=Canada
Search for newspapers, magazines, news and articles.
Welcome to Canada
http://canadainternational.gc.ca/gtc_old/Newcomers_to_Canada-en.aspx
Canada International: Services for non-Canadians.Visas and Immigration
http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/can-am/main/visas/default-en.asp
For persons wishing to immigrate to Canada, visit Canada, study in Canada, or work temporarily in Canada.
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.Passport Canada
http://www.ppt.gc.ca/index.aspx
Responsible for issuing, revoking, withholding, recovering and the use of Canadian passports. It provides guidance to missions issuing passports abroad and supervises all matters relating to Canadian travel documents. Passport Canada has four regional operations: Western, Ontario, Central and Eastern. There are 33 passport issuing offices across the country from St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, to Victoria, British Columbia.Immigration and Citizenship
http://dsp-psd.pwgsc.gc.ca/Collection/Ci63-16-1999E.pdf
Guide covers immigration, including sections on immigration operations, immigrating to Canada, refugees, immigrant settlement programs, visiting Canada, and enforcement.Policy and Program Manuals
http://www.cic.gc.ca/manuals-guides/english/index.html
Citizenship Policy; Enforcement; Temporary Foreign Workers Guidelines; Legislation; Information Sharing; Inland Processing; Reference; Overseas Processing; Protected PersonsFrom Immigrant to Citizen
http://cbc.ca/news/becomingcanadian/index.html
CBC explains what is involved in immigrating to Canada and becoming a citizen.Going to Canada Immigration Portal
http://canadainternational.gc.ca/gtc/Welcom_to_Canada-en.aspx
Discover links to information and services when planning a temporary stay or making Canada your new home.Canadian Relocation Systems
http://www.relocatecanada.com/index.html
Online Guide for people Relocating or Moving in Canada, organized by City and Categories of interest from Arts to Weather.How to look for work in Canada
http://www.toronto.ca/immigration/employment.htm
Information for new immigrants - City of Toronto
Skills International
skillsInternational.ca
Committed to full and relevant employment for all of Canada's immigrants. This web-enabled, searchable database of candidate profiles is dedicated exclusively to profiling the skills of immigrant job seekers in Ontario. The first of its kind in Canada, this tool unites pre-screened, internationally trained individuals with employers who need their skills. It is cost effective, efficient and easy to use.Refugee Assistance Program in Canada
http://refcanada.tripod.com/refugeeassistanceprogramincanada/
Program highlights.Working Temporarily in Canada
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/work/
Every year over 90,000 foreign workers enter Canada working temporarily to help Canadian employers address skill shortages in Canada. Overview.Jobs Exempt from Work Permit Requirement
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/work/exempt-1.html
In special situations, you may be able to work temporarily in Canada without holding a work permit issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada.The Live-In Caregiver Program
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/work/
A live-in caregiver is someone who provides care to children, the elderly or the disabled in a private household. After working two years as a live-in caregiver you can apply to be a permanent resident in Canada.Studying in Canada
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.html
More than 130,000 students come to study in Canada every year. Overview.Study Canada
http://www.studycanada.ca/
Comprehensive resource guide to schools in Canada: universities, university colleges, community colleges, technical institutes, career colleges, secondary schools, summer camps and language schools.Provincial Immigration Programs
BC: http://www.mcaws.gov.bc.ca/amip/pnp
NB: http://www.gnb.ca/immigration/english/index.htm
AB: http://www.alberta-canada.com/pnp
PE: http://www.gov.pe.ca/immigration
SK: http://www.immigrationsask.gov.sk.ca
NS: http://www.gov.ns.ca/econ/strategyatwork/PNP.asp
MB: http://www.gov.mb.ca/labour/immigrate/english
NL: http://www.gov.nf.ca/itrd/prov_nominee.htm
QC: http://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/anglais
YT: http://www.btc.gov.yk.ca/industry/inpCanadian Society of Immigration Consultants
http://www.csic-scci.ca/
Quasi-government organization responsible for regulating the activities of immigration consultants who are members and who provide immigration advice for a fee.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/index.html
Canada’s official source of immigration and citizenship information.A Newcomer's Introduction to Canada
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomer/guide/index.html
Settling in will be much easier if you contact an immigrant-serving organization as soon as you arrive. The people who work for these organizations can help you find a place to live and can answer your questions about shopping, education for your children, transportation, language training and other important matters.Housing
http://www.toronto.ca/immigration/housing.htm
Things to consider when looking for a place to live, affordable housing, co-operative housing, seniors housing, rental accommodations, finding housing before you arrive, buying a home, choosing a neighbourhood, temporary emergency shelters, tenants rights, rent increase guideline, landlord rights and responsibilities.Work Destinations
http://www.workdestinations.org/home.jsp?lang=en
Comprehensive source of information on regulated trades and professions in Canada. It contains information on entry requirements in both official languages and is the only site designed primarily for professional or trades people moving within Canada. It also provides information for persons considering immigration to Canada.General Overview of Education in Canada
http://www.educationcanada.cmec.ca/EN/EdSys/over.php
Mandatory school age, or compulsory schooling, varies across Canada, but is generally between ages 5-7 and 16-18. The school year for K-12 schools is normally September to June. Kindergarten to Grade 12 education is publicly funded and free to all Canadian citizens and permanent residents until the end of secondary school — normally, age 18. In Quebec, college level education is also free to Quebec residents, but tuition is charged for university education. All other Canadian students pay tuition fees to attend colleges and universities in the country.Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Program
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomer/welcome/wel-22e.html
Full- and part-time classes, some centres offer free child care. Most LINC centres can also refer you to other language training classes in your area. List of LINC assessment centres.Key Immigrant Serving Organizations Across Canada
Multiculturalism
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomer/welcome/wel-20e.html
There are many organizations that provide services designed for newcomers to Canada. In fact, your local immigrant-serving organization should be your first point of contact. Many of these organizations across the country are listed in this directory, organized by province.
http://www.pch.gc.ca/multi/index_e.cfm
We invite you to explore this site and learn about Multiculturalism initiatives in Canada and see where our future is directed.Canadian Ethnocultural Council
http://www.ethnocultural.ca/contact_cec.html
Non-profit, non-partisan coalition of national ethnocultural umbrella organizations which, in turn, represent a cross-section of ethnocultural groups across Canada.National Newcomers' Council of Canada
http://www.newcomersclubcanada.com/
The purpose of this website is to direct newcomers to the appropriate clubs across Canada.Canadian Council for Refugees
http://www.web.ca/ccr/
Non-profit umbrella organization committed to the rights and protection of refugees in Canada and around the world and to the settlement of refugees and immigrants in Canada.Health Canada - Information for Immigrants
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/jfy-spv/immigrants_e.html
Immigrants are eligible for health care coverage under the Canada Health Act, although there are waiting periods of up to 90 days in some provinces. Our Health Care page has basic information on Canada's health care system including federal responsibilities and links to provincial and territorial health ministries. Other issues: employment, immunization, health promotion, reports on new immigrants, women, etc.Canadian Human Rights Commission
http://www.chrc-ccdp.ca/default-en.asp?lang_update=1
Administers the Canadian Human Rights Act and is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Employment Equity Act. These laws serve that the principles of equal opportunity and non-discrimination are followed in all areas of federal jurisdiction.
Canadian immigration news and information
Canadian Immigration Theme Page
http://www.cln.org/themes/immigration.html
Educational resources with information and/or other links related to Canadian immigration.The Monitor
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/monitor/issue01/index.html
On-line newsletter posted quarterly by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. It features timely statistics on citizenship and immigration trends.SOS Canada 2000
http://www.soscanada2000.com/
Immigration news and country guide to Canada.Canadian Newcomer Magazine
http://www.cnmag.ca
Free and easily accessible information, advice, entertainment, education and encouragement to new immigrants.The Canadian Immigrant Magazine
http://www.thecanadianimmigrant.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1
Canada's first national magazine for all immigrants.Touch Base
http://www.touchbase.ca/articles/local.htm
The magazine for global Canadians.Canadian Immigration Newsletter
http://www.akcanada.com/index.php
Immigration related news series.Articles by Allan Thompson
http://www.thestar.com/NASApp/cs/ContentServer?pagename=thestar/Render&c= Page&cid=991479973472&ce=Columnist&colid=977424215855
A Toronto Star columnist, frequently writing on immigration topics and answering readers' questions.Indepth: Immigration
http://www.cbc.ca/news/background/immigration/
CBC news archives.
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