WEEK OF DEC 23 TO 30, 2011
CIPR RATES CANADA’S GOV’T ON IMMIGRATION POLICY IN 2011
DEC 29, 2011
http://www.immigrationreform.ca/english/view.asp?x=1
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Survey reveals public opinion on immigration
Workpermit.com, December 28, 2011
http://www.workpermit.com/news/2011-12-28/world/survey-reveals-public-opinion-on-immigration.htm
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Immigrants claim more knowledge of Canada’s history
By Randy Boswell
The Edmonton Journal, December 27, 2011
http://www.edmontonjournal.com/Immigrants+claim+more+knowledge+Canada+history/5913812/story.html
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Canada’s sanctions on Iran hit migrant investors
Agence France Presse, December 27, 2011
http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5h6N4LYqW8gDIh_MnemGpgGC1-sHA?docId=CNG.bdb91d2535f07200376abcf8e50a44f2.471
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New B.C. mother faces deportation to Mexico
Husband deported to Iran one week before daughter’s birth
CBC News, December 28, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2011/12/28/bc-new-mother-deportation.html
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Calgary Oil Transforms Canada to Energy Superpower of Immigrants
By Jeremy van Loon
The San Francisco Chronicle, December 29, 2011
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/g/a/2011/12/28/bloomberg_articlesLWWA580YHQ0X.DTL
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Population growth a challenge
Planning issues a concern for some
By Jason Warick
The StarPhoenix December 29, 2011
http://www.thestarphoenix.com/Population+growth+challenge/5921722/story.html
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Migrant workers legislation needs to take regional needs into account says business figurehead
By Owen McAteer
The Northern Echo, December 29, 2011
http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/business/9441517.Migrant_workers_legislation_needs_to_take_regional_needs_into_account_says_business_figurehead/
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Canada crackdown on citizenship fraud
By Ray Clancy
Expat Forum, December 30, 2011
http://www.expatforum.com/canada/canada-crackdown-on-citizenship-fraud.html
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WEEK OF DEC 16 TO 23, 2011
Immigrant Investor Program In Maritimes Collapses In Scandal, Lawsuits
Dec 17, 2011
http://news.nationalpost.com/2011/12/17/immigrant-investor-program-in-maritimes-collapses-in-scandal-lawsuits/
Feds to address polygamy in revised newcomer guide
By Tobi Cohen
Postmedia News, December 17, 2011
http://www.vancouversun.com/news/thewest/Feds+address+polygamy+revised+newcomer+guide/5877869/story.html
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Immigrants get fewer jobs, earn less
CBC News, December 19, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/business/story/2011/12/19/rbc-immigrants-report.html
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B.C. labour activists rally for Mexican migrant workers
CBC News, December 19, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2011/12/19/bc-video-migrant-rally.html
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Immigration big factor behind population high
By Alana Odegard
The Winnipeg Free Press, December 21, 2011
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/immigration-big-factor-behind-population-high-135983433.html
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Border agents search Halifax home for illegal immigrants
By Dan Arsenault
The Chronicle Herald, December 21, 2011
http://thechronicleherald.ca/metro/45053-border-agents-search-halifax-home-illegal-immigrants
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Customs union praises Toews’ stance on border
By Aldo Santin
Winnipeg Free Press, December 22, 2011
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/customs-union-praises-toews-stance-on-border-136054618.html
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WEEK OF DEC 9 to 16, 2011
Burka ban: No more face-covering when new Canadians take oath of citizenship
The Associated Press, December 12, 2011
http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/americas/burka-ban-no-more-face-covering-when-new-canadians-take-oath-of-citizenship/2011/12/12/gIQAYO7wpO_story.html
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Canadian values matter in immigration: survey
Dalhousie researchers partner on national poll
By Katie McDonald
Dal News (Canada), December 13, 2011
http://www.dal.ca/news/2011/12/13/canadian-values-matter-in-immigration–survey.html
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Chinese woman faces deportation in B.C.
Fake transit pass scheme alleged at detention hearing
CBC News, December 13, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2011/12/13/bc-chinese-woman-accused-in-fake-transit-pass-immigration-case.html
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Gatineau values guide complaint sparks immigrant probe
CBC News, December 14, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/story/2011/12/14/gatineau-immigrant-moroccan-email-strain.html
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Concerns raised over new immigration task force
By Richard Gilbery
Journal of Commerce, December 14, 2011
http://www.journalofcommerce.com/article/id47984/–concerns-raised-over-new-immigration-task-force
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Baird tells Canadians in Syria to ‘leave now’
By Meagan Fitzpatrick
CBC News, December 15, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/story/2011/12/15/pol-baird-syria.html?cmp=rss
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New immigration policy to speed up open work permits for foreign care-givers
The Canadian Press, December 15, 2011
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/canada/breakingnews/new-immigration-policy-to-speed-up-open-work-permits-for-foreign-care-givers-135662648.html
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11 Manitoba-U.S. border crossings under review
CBC News, December 15, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/story/2011/12/15/mb-security-border-crossings-manitoba.html
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Europeans want to share migrant burden
By Tony Barber
The Financial Times, December 15, 2011
http://www.ft.com/intl/cms/s/0/b0d7c484-2710-11e1-b9ec-00144feabdc0.html#axzz1gbmRsWO3
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Was migrant ship Canada-bound?
Critics skeptical of minister’s claim
By Douglas Quan
Postmedia News, December 16, 2011
http://www.vancouversun.com/news/migrant+ship+Canada+bound/5870726/story.html
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Caregiver policy may lead to shortage, feds warned
Open permits allow workers to seek another job in Canada
By Thandi Fletcher
Postmedia News, December 16, 2011
http://www.canada.com/Caregiver+policy+lead+shortage+feds+warned/5870338/story.html
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Border officer on trial for sexual assault in immigration holding centre
By Nicholas Keung
The Toronto Star, December 16, 2011
http://www.thestar.com/news/article/1102937
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Two Pakistanis charged in Canada immigration fraud
Agence France Presse, December 16, 2011
http://www.canada.com/Pakistanis+charged+Canada+immigration+fraud/5872385/story.html
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WEEK OF DEC. 2 to DEC. 9, 2011
Immigrant guide forbids bribing, limits smelly foods
Gatineau, Que., values guide follows Hérouxville, Que., conduct code
CBC News, December 5, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/story/2011/12/05/gatineau-guide-immigrant-values.html
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Quebecers happier than most Canadians about immigration
By Michel Boyer
CJAD, December 5, 2011
http://www.cjad.com/CJADLocalNews/entry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10321344
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Five ways border deal improves life on both sides
By John Ibbitson
The Globe and Mail (Toronto), December 7, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/john-ibbitson/five-ways-border-deal-improves-life-on-both-sides/article2263469/
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Senate probe reveals serious gaps in Canada-U.S. border security
By Julian Sher
The Globe and Mail (Toronto), December 7, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/senate-probe-reveals-serious-gaps-in-canada-us-border-security/article2263381/
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Supreme Court of Canada to hear niqab case
CTV, December 8, 2011
http://edmonton.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20111208/niqab-supreme-courtdecision-111209/20111208/?hub=EdmontonHome
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B.C. to examine immigration programs to meet expected labour demand
By Cassidy Olivier
Postmedia News, December 8, 2011
http://www.canada.com/business/examine+immigration+programs+meet+expected+labour+demand/5833231/story.html
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Immigration minister targets 6,500 in citizenship fraud
By Lauara Payton
CBC News, December 9, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2011/12/09/pol-kenney-immigration-citizenship-fraud.html
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WEEK OF NOV. 23 to Dec. 2, 2011
Court Has No Mandate To Retry Refugee Cases
Nov 30, 2011
http://www.ottawacitizen.com/opinion/op-ed/Court+mandate+retry+refugee+cases/5787326/story.html
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Give Afghan hero safe refuge in Canada, online petitions urge
By Paul Watson
The Star, November 27, 2011
http://www.thestar.com/news/world/article/1093296–give-afghan-hero-safe-refuge-in-canada-online-petitions-urge
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Ottawa man charged with human smuggling
By Meghan Hurley
Ottawa Citizen, Novembe 28, 2011
http://www.ottawacitizen.com/Ottawa+charged+with+human+smuggling/5778516/story.html
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Series (part 1): Tough on refugees: Are non-Canadians getting a fair shake from our federal judges?
By Don Butler
Ottawa Citizen, November 28, 2011
http://www.ottawacitizen.com/news/Series+part+Tough+refugees+Canadians+getting+fair+shake+from+federal+judges/5768838/story.html
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Judge jails woman charged with defrauding seniors, immigrants
By Joshua Rapp Learn
The Globe and Mail, November 29, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/toronto/judge-jails-woman-charged-with-defrauding-seniors-immigrants/article2252682/
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Foreign-trained MDs benefit Canada but cost Africa
The Globe and Mail, November 29, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/opinions/editorials/foreign-trained-mds-benefit-canada-but-cost-africa/article2253986/
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Tapping into overseas work pool key to growth
By Denise Deveau
The Financial Post, November 30, 2011
http://business.financialpost.com/2011/11/30/tapping-into-overseas-work-pool-key-to-growth/
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Court has no mandate to retry refugee cases
By Raphael Girard
The Ottawa Citizen, November 30, 2011
http://www.ottawacitizen.com/opinion/op-ed/Court+mandate+retry+refugee+cases/5787326/story.html
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At least 16 refugee board members have Tory ties
By Don Butler
Postmedia News, November 30, 2011
http://www.vancouversun.com/sports/least+refugee+board+members+have+Tory+ties/5792688/story.html
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Canada puts immigration at the center of its economic policy
North Country Public Radio, December 1, 2011
http://www.northcountrypublicradio.org/news/story/18863/20111201/canada-puts-immigration-at-the-center-of-its-economic-policy
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Kenney fights back in refugee board squabble
By Don Butler
Postmeda News, December 1, 2011
http://www.canada.com/sports/Kenney+fights+back+refugee+board+squabble/5798919/story.html
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Gay immigrant who fled persecution assaulted
News Services, December 2, 2011
http://www.canada.com/immigrant+fled+persecution+assaulted/5800608/story.html
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WEEK OF NOV. 18 TO 23, 2011
Auditor General Finds “Disturbing” Cracks in Canada’s Visa Approval System
Nov 22, 2011
http://news.nationalpost.com/2011/11/22/canadian-border-agents-ill-equipped-for-visa-decisions-auditor-general-finds/
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Immigration shifts west from Ontario
Booming economies lead new arrivals away from Ontario and Quebec
CBC News, November 20, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/story/2011/11/20/canada-immigration-pattern-changing.html
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Kenney lauds provinces’ immigration success
By Louise Elliott
CBC News, November 21, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/story/2011/11/21/pol-immigration-kenney-skilled.html
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Canada’s visa system badly flawed: watchdog
By David Ljunggren
Reuters, November 22, 2011
http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/11/22/us-politics-visas-idUSTRE7AL1JP20111122
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Immigration judges failing new requirements
CBC News, November 22, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/story/2011/11/22/mtl-gictests.html
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WEEK OF NOV 11 TO NOV 18, 2011
Afghan interpreter denied Canadian visa
By Paul Watson
The Toronto Star, November 14, 2011
http://www.thestar.com/news/world/article/1086360–afghan-interpreter-denied-canadian-visa?bn=1
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Migrant workers protest alleged union blacklisting
By Suzanne Fournier
The Province, November 14, 2011
http://www.theprovince.com/news/Migrant+workers+protest+alleged+union+blacklisting+updated/5708379/story.html
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Give provinces more control over immigration, Clark says
By Jonathan Fowle
The Vancouver Sun, November 15, 2011
http://www.vancouversun.com/business/Give+provinces+more+control+over+immigration+Clark+says/5711117/story.html
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Some immigrants faking language tests, officials
By Tom Godfrey
QMI Agency, November 15, 2011
http://www.lfpress.com/news/canada/2011/11/15/18973881.html
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NDP MP urges help for Afghan student seeking to study in Canada
By Bruce Campion-Smith
The Toronto Star, November 15, 2011
http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/politics/article/1087488–ndp-mp-urges-help-for-afghan-student-seeking-to-study-in-canada
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Immigrants should adopt Canadian values to settle here, survey finds
By Steven Chase
The Globe and Mail (Toronto), November 16, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/immigrants-should-adopt-canadian-values-to-settle-here-survey-finds/article2237576/
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Immigrants Healthier Than Canadian-Born Citizens
CBC.ca, November 16, 2011
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2011/11/16/immigrants-healthier-canadian-born_n_1097386.html
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Immigrants don’t feel as healthy as studies suggest, new stats show
By Oliver Moore
The Globe and Mail, November 17, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/immigrants-dont-feel-as-healthy-as-studies-suggest-new-stats-show/article2239335/
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Kenney stands by decision to reject Afghan interpreter
Sayed Shah Sharifi was denied a visa to Canada
Macleans.ca, November 17, 2011
http://www2.macleans.ca/2011/11/17/kenney-stands-by-decision-to-reject-afghan-intepreter/
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Warning sounds about crime bill’s sweeping implications for foreign workers
By Kim Mackrael
The Globe and Mail, November 17, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/warning-sounds-about-crime-bills-sweeping-implications-for-foreign-workers/article2240484/?utm_medium=Feeds%3A%20RSS%2FAtom&utm_source=Politics&utm_content=2240484
WEEK OF OCT. 28 TO NOV. 4, 2011
Kenney aims to reshape and rejuvenate workforce via immigration reforms
By Heather Scoffield
The Spec, October 30, 2011
http://www.thespec.com/news/canada/article/617264–kenney-aims-to-reshape-and-rejuvenate-workforce-via-immigration-reforms
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Marriage fraud targeted by Canada border agency
The Canadian Press, November 1, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/story/2011/11/01/marriage-fraud-canada-border-agency.html
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Haitian drug trafficker set to be deported
By Daniel Proussalidis
Toronto Sun, November 1, 2011
http://www.torontosun.com/2011/11/01/haitian-drug-trafficker-set-to-be-deported
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Canada opens up immigration to foreign PhD students
By Laura Payton
CBC News, November 2, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/story/2011/11/02/pol-jason-kenney-immigration-targets.html?cmp=rss
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New immigration plan embraces ‘diversity’
Quebec expects to attract between 51,700 and 55,800 newcomers in 2012
By Kevin Dougherty
The Montreal Gazette, November 2, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/life/immigration+plan+embraces+diversity/5642362/story.html
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Canada wants more skilled immigrants, Kenney says
The Canadian Press, November 3, 2011
http://edmonton.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20111103/jason-kenney-skilled-workers-immigration-levels-111103/20111103/?hub=EdmontonHome
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More foreign students welcomed as residents
Overall immigration levels for 2012 will remain steady
By Tobi Chen
Postmedia News, November 3, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/news/canada/More+foreign+students+welcomed+residents/5650201/story.html
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N.B. stops accepting immigration applicants from China
The Canadian Press, November 3, 2011
http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/Canada/20111103/new-brunswick-immigration-applicants-china-111103/
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Immigration Minister hits pause on family reunification applications
By John Ibbitson
The Globe and Mail, November 4, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/ottawa-notebook/immigration-minister-hits-pause-on-family-reunification-applications/article2226062/?utm_medium=Feeds%3A%20RSS%2FAtom&utm_source=Politics&utm_content=2226062
WEEK OF OCT.21 to OCT 28, 2011
Suspect war criminal still avoiding extradition
By Tom Godfrey
The Toronto Sun, October 24, 2011
http://www.torontosun.com/2011/10/24/suspect-war-criminal-still-avoiding-extradition
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Staffing watchdog has eye on refugee board
By Kathryn May
Postmedia News, October 25, 2011
http://www.canada.com/sports/Staffing+watchdog+refugee+board/5605792/story.html
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Company fined $36,000 for illegal workers
Owner put Mexican men to work before paperwork processed
By Ryan Cormier
The Edmonton Journal, October 26, 2011
http://www.edmontonjournal.com/Company+fined+illegal+workers/5607045/story.html
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Immigration officials closely monitoring Roma arrivals
By Tom Godfrey
The Toronto Sun, October 26, 2011
http://www.torontosun.com/2011/10/26/immigration-officials-closely-monitoring-roma-arrivals
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Government plans crackdown on marriages of convenience
By Robert Hiltz
Postmedia News, October 27, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/news/Government+plans+crackdown+marriages+convenience/5618908/story.html
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Back to court for Lost Canadians
By Ben Ingram
Coast Reporter, October 28, 2011
http://www.coastreporter.net/article/20111028/SECHELT0101/310289984/-1/sechelt/back-to-court-for-lost-canadians
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Rumours of sham marriage enrage Punjabi community after suicide
By Raveena Aulakh
The Toronto Star, October 28, 2011
http://www.thestar.com/news/article/1077391–rumours-of-sham-marriage-enrage-punjabi-community-after-suicide?bn=1
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Child immigrants over 9 more likely to drop out
By Louise Elliott
CBC News, October 28, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/story/2011/10/27/pol-young-immigrant-kids-do-better.html
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WEEK OF OCT. 14 to OCT. 21, 2011
Family, church important to Filipinos
Many call the central neighbourhood around Fraser Street home, and Tagalog signs abound
By Douglas Todd
The Vancouver Sun, October 17, 2011
http://www.vancouversun.com/life/Vancouver+ethnic+enclave+series+Family+church+important+Filipinos/5559392/story.html
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Unfamiliar rules, red tape create extra problems for immigrant entrepreneurs.
By Mary Teresa Bitti
Postmedia News, October 17, 2011
http://www.canada.com/business/Unfamiliar+rules+tape+create+extra+problems+immigrant+entrepreneurs/5560964/story.html
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Citizens must speak official languages: Feds
By Kris Sims
Toronto Sun, October 17, 2011
http://www.torontosun.com/2011/10/17/citizens-must-speak-official-languages-feds
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Newcomers less likely to support immigration than mainstream Canadians
By Nicholas Keung
The Toronto Star, October 17, 2011
http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/article/1071325–newcomers-less-likely-to-support-immigration-than-mainstream-canadians?bn=1
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Asian immigration influences Canadian eating, study says
By Randy Shore
The Vancouver Sun, October 19, 2011
http://www.vancouversun.com/health/Asian+immigration+influences+Canadian+eating+study+says/5572178/story.html
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Deportation date set for Burnaby family
By Jennifer Moreau
Burnaby Now, October 19, 2011
http://www.vancouversun.com/life/Deportation+date+Burnaby+family/5574698/story.html
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Immigrants’ language gains tied to better health
CBC News, October 19, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/health/story/2011/10/19/immigrant-health-language.html
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New immigrants face additional hurdles
Entrepreneurs have to overcome lack of funding, government support and cultural differences
By Mary Teresa Bitti
Postmedia News, October 19, 2011
http://www.vancouversun.com/life/immigrants+face+additional+hurdles/5572274/story.html
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Ottawa to ease immigration backlog
Number of relatives entering country to be capped
By Thandi Fletcher
Postmedia News, October 21, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/health/Ottawa+ease+immigration+backlog/5584370/story.html
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Labrador employers recruiting immigrants
CBC News, October 21, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/story/2011/10/21/nl-labrador-immigrant-workers.html
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WEEK OF Oct 7 to Oct 14, 2011
‘You can’t complain or you lose your job’
Placement agencies must be held responsible for respecting workers’ rights, groups say
By Catherine Solyom
The Montreal Gazette, October 8, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/complain+lose+your/5522122/story.html
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Hungary tops asylum claims again in Canada
The Budapest Times, October 9, 2011
http://www.budapesttimes.hu/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=20609&Itemid=219
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SA man loses bid to stay in Canada
By Brandon Huntley
The Daily News, October 9, 2010
http://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/sa-man-loses-bid-to-stay-in-canada-1.1153375
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Tamil migrant vessel for sale
Proceeds will help cover costs of seized ship’s upkeep
By Jim Bronskill
The Canadian Press, October 11, 2011
http://thechronicleherald.ca/Canada/1267845.html
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Immigration program undergoes reforms
CBC News, October 11, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/story/2011/10/11/nb-nominee-program-reform-602.html
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Abused and kept like slaves, say B.C. domestic workers
CBC News, October 11, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2011/10/11/bc-domestic-worker-slaves.html
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Killer captured after tips received
Postmedia News, October 12, 2011
http://www.thenownews.com/news/Killer+captured+after+tips+received/5536314/story.html
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Rabbi arrested in Toronto in immigration fraud probe
By Adrian Morrow and Timothy Appleby
The Globe and Mail (Toronto), October 12, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/toronto/rabbi-arrested-in-toronto-in-immigration-fraud-probe/article2198622/
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Gallo appeals deportation ruling
By Paul Cherry
The Montreal Gazette, October 12, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/news/Gallo+appeals+deportation+ruling/5540698/story.html
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Canada new magnet for U.S. job hunters
By Tavia Grant
The Globe and Mail (Toronto), October 13, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/canada-new-magnet-for-us-job-hunters/article2199166/
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WEEK of SEPT. 30, 2011 TO OCT. 7, 2011
Senior facing deportation from Guysborough
CBC News, October 7, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/story/2011/10/07/ns-guysborough-immigration.html
Iranian refugee nearly latest victim of poor translation
By Adrian Humphreys
National Post, October 5, 2011
http://news.nationalpost.com/2011/10/05/iranian-refugee-nearly-latest-victim-of-poor-translation/
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Family fights to stay in Canada
By Jennifer Moreau
Burnaby Now, October 5, 2011
http://www.burnabynow.com/news/Family+fights+stay+Canada/5504054/story.html‘
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While 150,000-plus wait, few parents and grandparents are accepted
By Kristen Shane
Embassy Magazine, October 5, 2011
http://www.embassymag.ca/page/view/immigration-10-05-2011
Liberal Premier Robert Ghiz re-elected with majority government in P.E.I.
By Kevin Bissett
The Canadian Press, October 3, 2011
http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/TopStories/20111003/prince-edward-island-election-vote-111003/
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Mother apologizes for entering Canada ‘through the woods’
By Jamie Komarnicki
The Calgary Herald, October 4, 2011
http://www.calgaryherald.com/Mother+apologizes+entering+Canada+through+woods/5497896/story.html
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Ottawa takes aim at immigrant waiting lists a million names long
By Heather Scoffield
The Candian Press, September 30, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/ottawa-takes-aim-at-immigrant-waiting-lists-a-million-names-long/article2186976/
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Strong Canadian immigration interest is a ‘big, good problem’: Kenney
By Mersiha Gadzo
The Toronto Observer, October 6, 2011
http://www.torontoobserver.ca/2011/10/06/strong-canadian-immigration-interest-is-a-big-good-problem-kenney/
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Jewish sect girls ordered back to Israel
The Globe and Mail (Toronto), October 5, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/quebec/jewish-sect-girls-ordered-back-to-israel/article2192562/
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Chinese family granted refugee status
By Tom Godfrey
The Toronto Sun, October 5, 2011
http://www.torontosun.com/2011/10/05/chinese-family-granted-refugee-status
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More immigration workers needed: union
CBC.ca, October 6, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/story/2011/10/06/pei-immigration-workers-backlog-584.html
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MPs press for openness on perimeter deal
By Jim Bronskill
The Chronicle Herald, October 6, 2011
http://thechronicleherald.ca/Canada/1266884.html
UNHCR chief says multiculturalism ‘inevitable’
Agence France Presse, October 3, 2011
http://www.expatica.com/ch/news/swiss-news/unhcr-chief-says-multiculturalism-inevitable-_179386.html
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Ottawa takes aim at immigrant waiting lists a million names long
By Heather Scoffield
The Candian Press, September 30, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/ottawa-takes-aim-at-immigrant-waiting-lists-a-million-names-long/article2186976/
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Chinese mother-of-four claims sending her home breaches China’s one child policy
The Telegraph (London), October 3, 2011
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/asia/china/8803800/Chinese-mother-of-four-claims-sending-her-home-breaches-Chinas-one-child-policy.html
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Immigration policy ‘an international embarrassment’
ABC News (Australia), September 30, 2011
http://www.abc.net.au/lateline/content/2011/s3330165.htmp
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Court approves compensation deal over failed N.S. program
The Canadian Press, September 26, 2011
http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/Canada/20110926/nova-scotia-immigration-mentorship-program-settlement-hearing-110926/p
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Immigration program shakes P.E.I. campaign
By Kevin Bissett
The Canadian Press, September 26, 2011
http://thechronicleherald.ca/Canada/1265108.htmlp
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Liberals promise to make immigration easier
The Canadian Press, September 26, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitobavotes2011/story/2011/09/26/mb-liberals-election-immigration-manitoba.htmlp
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Montreal man convicted in immigration scam faces new charges
By Paul Cherry
The Montreal Gazette, September 27, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/Montreal+convicted+immigration+scam+faces+charges/5465748/story.htmlp
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Convicted fraudster faces 149 new charges
Acted as immigration consultant; People who took his advice ‘may have their status in Canada revoked’
By Paul Cherry
The Montreal Gazette, September 28, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/news/Convicted+fraudster+faces+charges/5467574/story.htmlp
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Canada to strip Lebanese of citizenships gained through fraud
By Van Meguerditchian
The Daily Star (Lebanon), September 29, 2011
http://www.dailystar.com.lb/News/Local-News/2011/Sep-29/149992-canada-to-strip-lebanese-of-citizenships-gained-through-fraud.ashx#axzz1ZMt9c4Fup
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Helping immigrant workers fit in
By Marlene Habib
The Globe and Mail, September 30, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/careers/helping-immigrant-workers-fit-in/article2185279/p
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Canadian public school boards recruit foreign students to boost coffers
By Tamara Baluja
The Globe and Mail (Toronto), September 9, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/education/primary-to-secondary/canadian-public-school-boards-recruit-foreign-students-to-boost-coffers/article2160244/
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Program to bring Afghan interpreters to Canada ends with most turned away
By Stephanie Levitz
The Canadian Press, September 11, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/program-to-bring-afghan-interpreters-to-canada-ends-with-most-turned-away/article2161431/
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Tories turn down heat on immigrant tax credit language, but still fan flames
By Allison Jones
The Canadian Press, September 12, 2011
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/canada/breakingnews/tories-turn-down-heat-on-immigrant-tax-credit-language-but-still-fan-flames-129683863.html
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Tipline snags citizenship cheat – in 87 minutes
By Kris Sims
The Toronto Sun, September 13, 2011
http://www.torontosun.com/2011/09/13/tipline-snags-citizenship-cheat–in-87-minutes
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Cities seek help to meet immigrant demands
By Nicholas Keung
The Toronto Star, September 14, 2011
http://www.thestar.com/news/article/1053490
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U.S. workers eye Canada for jobs
By Amy Chung
Postmedia News, September 14, 2011
http://www.vancouversun.com/business/workers+Canada+jobs/5399770/story.html
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Ottawa calls for probe of PEI immigration program
By Bill Curry
The Globe and Mail, September 15, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/ottawa-calls-for-probe-of-pei-immigration-program/article2166833/
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Most-Wanted fugitive nabbed in Toronto
By Irene Tohmaidis
Toronto Sun, September 15, 2011
http://www.torontosun.com/2011/09/15/most-wanted-fugitive-nabbed-in-toronto
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Abused woman faces deportation
Quebec grants Immigration status; Case decided more on meeting refugee quotas than humanitarian grounds: lawyer
By Rene Bruemmer
The Gazette (Montreal), September 15, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/Abused+woman+faces+deportation/5404797/story.html
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PEI’s immigration program had long concerned Ottawa: Kenney
By Bill Curry
The Globe and Mail (Toronto), September 15, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/peis-immigration-program-had-long-concerned-ottawa-kenney/article2168153/
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Regina immigration rates double in last decade
By Patrick Book
CKOM News (Regina), September 16, 2011
http://ckom.com/story/regina-immigration-rates-double-last-decade/23261
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Mexican mother ordered deported
The Montreal Gazette, September 16, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/news/Mexican+mother+ordered+deported/5410777/story.html
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WEEK OF JULY 18 TO JULY 22, 2011
Immigration to Canada drops by 25 per cent
Hamilton Spectator, July 18, 2011
http://www.thespec.com/news/canada/article/564824–immigration-to-canada-drops-by-25-per-cent
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Afghan interpreters get chance to resettle
By Beatrice Fantoni
Postmedia News, July 18, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/news/canada-in-afghanistan/Afghan+interpreters+chance+resettle/5118305/story.html
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Migrant workers in Quebec face risky work conditions: rights group
By Lindsay Jolivet
The Gazette (Montreal), July 18, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/travel/Migrant+workers+Quebec+face+risky+work+conditions+rights+group/5116290/story.html
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Ottawa urged to boost immigration, ease labour crunch
By Sheila Pratt
Postmedia News, July 18, 2011
http://www.calgaryherald.com/Ottawa+urged+boost+immigration+ease+labour+crunch/5117271/story.html
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Immigrant settlement costly for city: Mammoliti
By Tom Godfrey
The Toronto Sun, July 19, 2011
http://www.torontosun.com/2011/07/19/immigrant-settlement-costly-for-city-mammoliti
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Manitoba high court gives immigrant chance to avoid deportation
By Mike McIntyre
Winnipeg Free Press, July 19, 2011
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/Manitoba-high-court-gives-immigrant-chance-to-avoid-deportation-125848698.html
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1,800 Canadians poised to lose citizenship: Kenney
By Richard J. Brennan
The Toronto Star, July 20, 2011
http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/politics/article/1027523–1-800-new-canadians-poised-to-lose-citizenship-kenney
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Tories crack down on illegal immigrants with U.S.-style most-wanted list
By Colin Freeze
The Globe and Mail (Toronto), July 21, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/ottawa-notebook/tories-crack-down-on-illegal-immigrants-with-us-style-most-wanted-list/article2105030/?from=sec431
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China’s most wanted fugitive battling to stay in Canada
By Greg Joyce
Reuters, July 21, 2011
http://news.nationalpost.com/2011/07/21/china%E2%80%99s-most-wanted-man-fights-to-stay-in-canada/
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Ottawa releases list of 30 most wanted war-crimes suspects
By Colin Freeze
The Globe and Mail, July 21, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/ottawa-releases-list-of-30-most-wanted-war-crimes-suspects/article2105904/
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Chinese fugitive faces quick deportation after Federal Court loss
By Sunny Dhillon
The Globe and Mail, July 21, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/british-columbia/bc-politics/federal-court-rules-against-chinese-fugitive/article2105808/?from=sec431
Canada has much to gain by embracing immigrants
Montreal Gazette
By JANET BAGNALL, The Gazette July 15, 2011 12:00 AM In Canada, the
Conservative government is alert for any sign that irregular refugee
claimants might try to reach our shores. Immigration Minister Jason Kenney
said this week his government is …
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Coincidence? Decision to deport fugitive comes as Baird off to Beijing
Globe and Mail
Immigration Canada had spent four years weighing the risk of torture that
Chinese fugitive Lai Changxing faces if our country delivers him to China’s
problematic criminal justice system. So, after all that time, when did the
ministry’s delegate finally …
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Editorial: Canada’s Immigration minister tells it like it is
Calgary Herald
Immigration Minister Jason Kenney says new Canadians are pro-integration
and want immigration that advances the country’s interests. When two dozen
immigration lawyers and academics from some of Canada’s top law schools
urged immigrant communities to …
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State says new driver’s licensing rules foiling outsiders
The Seattle Times
New Mexico still grants licenses to illegal immigrants, although lawmakers
there are wrangling with changing that law. The state of Alaska requires
applicants to be legally in the US or citizens of Canada. And in Utah,
illegal immigrants may obtain a …
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He made it to Alaska!
Star News
by Nathan Warner So read the Canadian Citizenship and Immigration form
James Rienstra received when he reached the Montana/Canada border on June
14. It was a major setback for Rienstra, who departed for Alaska May 20
from Zimmerman’s Westwood …
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US-Canada border could get security upgrades
The Detroit News
Add that to the roughly $17 billion the Washington-based Brookings
Institution estimates is spent each year on border and immigration
enforcement, not including capital-intensive projects like the building of
border fencing between the US and Mexico. …
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Beaten student may never regain sight, doctors say
Toronto Sun
Immigration Minister Jason Kenney will reportedly grant Manzur’s
five-year-old daughter, Anusheh Syeed, and mother, Rahima Manzur, temporary
residency permits allowing them to stay in Canada. Immigration officials
would not confirm the information …
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The Keep Our Communities Safe Act has the wrong priorities
The Hill (blog)
While attempting to reunite with family in Canada, she passed through a
United States border checkpoint. After telling authorities of the horrors
and persecution she was fleeing, she was then taken into immigration
custody under a law that requires the …
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Immigration minister says 550 Afghan interpreters will be in Canada in months
Toronto Star
We anticipate anyone who qualifies under the program will be coming to
Canada within a few months.” An official from Citizenship and Immigration
Canada said the department will accept applications for six weeks after the
end of the combat mission. …
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Coming to terms with income inequality
Vancouver Sun
Then there is immigration. Over the last two decades, Canada has accepted
more than four million immigrants, of which nearly 40 per cent are family
class, earning little or no income. Bureaucratic barriers prevent many of
the other qualified immigrants …
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Desert rockers denied entry to Canada for Folk Fest
Vancouver Sun
“I think Canada is getting a name now for not being fair. Canada used to
be known as a fair and principled nation.” Fry said she got a call late
Friday from a Citizen and Immigration Canada official in Ottawa who said
there were valid reasons for …
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Our country needs more people
Ottawa Citizen
Immigration must be a priority – you can’t run a country this size without
it. The United States prospered because it opened its gates – now it’s 10
times our size. Canadians love Canada’s space, but Canada needs at least
150 million more people …
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Smoothing your accent to make yourself better understood
Globe and Mail
But Randall Hansen, a Canada Research Chair in immigration and governance
at the University of Toronto, said the tendency toward multiculturalism
should be tempered with pragmatism. “It seems to me a kind of vacuous
political correctness to suggest …
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Dual nationality stance needs a rethink
China Daily
It is also the second-largest source of immigrants to the US, trailing
Mexico. Chinese immigrants to Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and
Japan are also vast in number. According to a report by the US government,
a large proportion of Chinese …
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Immigration picture is changing before our eyes
Columbus Dispatch
That means we can shift our immigration quotas to higher-skill immigrants,
as recommended by a panel convened by the Brookings Institution and Duke
University’s Kenan Institute and as done currently by Canada and Australia.
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Congress: Say No to Amnesty and Yes to Enforcing Our Immigration Laws
The Moral Liberal
American voters are more concerned than ever over illegal immigration. The
Gallup poll has asked Americans about the “Importance of Controlling US
Borders to Halt the Flow of Illegal Immigrants Into the US” twice in
2006, once in 2010, …
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Canada News Centre – Government of Canada supports “Education to …
“By funding conferences like this one, we help showcase the diversity of
our country, and the importance of fundamental respect and equality in
Canadian society,” said MP Braid, on behalf of Citizenship and
Immigration Canada. …
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Let foreign workers stay, Alberta urges
Edmonton Journal
Australian employers are offering immigration status to anyone who takes a
job. That’s a big advantage over Canada and Alberta, Lukaszuk said. “When I
go to Germany to recruit welders, I can tell them they can only come for
four years,” he said. …
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Are too many seeking refugee status branded terrorists?
National Post (blog)
Citizenship and Immigration Canada said it could not comment on a specific
case, but said security screening of individuals seeking refugee status
here is stringent. “This assessment ensures that anyone who wants to come
to Canada does not have a …
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Immigration policy: US should abolish ‘diversity visa’ program
Boston Herald
A second experiment would allocate some visas through a points system —
long used by Canada and elsewhere (and even considered by Kennedy) — that
awards points for English fluency, job skills, family or other ties to
American society, …
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Staying after studies
Malaysia Star
“We all went together for a consultation with a migration agent and even
got a group discount for my application,” says Joanne, who is now an
Australian citizen. Malaysian Cara*, who lives in British Columbia, Canada,
never thought of migration until …
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South Asian Link
“It is designed to send a clear message to those who would abuse the
generosity of Canada’s immigration and refugee systems and who treat this
country like a doormat, that they will not longer be able to do so, so
freely in Canada.” On the other hand, …
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Stop hiding the criminals
Toronto Sun
They are in Canada illegally. They are being sought by an Immigration Task
Force that includes the RCMP, OPP and Toronto Police. The Canadian Police
Association and even NDP and Liberal MPs have called for the CBSA to
identify the fugitives. …
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Historicist: Citizenship and Character
Torontoist
Canada grudgingly looked to reopen immigration in the late 1940s after the
hiatus of the Great Depression and the war, and the immigration policy
remained highly selective until the late 1960s. But the country favoured
and actively courted Northern …
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Immigration to Canada drops by 25 per cent
Toronto Star
The number of permanent resident visas issued by Citizenship and
Immigration Canada between January and March fell from 84083 in 2010 to
63224 this year, according to figures obtained by the Star. The latest
department numbers show a decline across the …
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Medicine Hat News
For a nation of immigrants, Canada is oddly reluctant to open its doors to
foreign workers. That’s why it’s so refreshing to hear Alberta Employment
Minister Tom Lukaszuk talk about gathering support from his provincial
counterparts to pressure Ottawa …
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‘Low-risk’ travellers caught smuggling beer, jewellery into Canada
Toronto Star
The CBSA needs to employ enough border guards to ensure travellers who use
Nexus are following the rules, said Ron Moran, President of the Customs and
Immigration Union, the country’s union of border security guards. “If
you’re running a program like …
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Feds asking tough questions about the future of immigration
MetroNews Canada
The bbackgrounder issued online by Citizenship and Immigration Canada
reveals a department anxious to address big questions but seemingly
constrained by the need to obtain public approval. How many people should
we let in each year as permanent …
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Questions raised about fairness of federal flag contract
CTV.ca
… a Citizenship and Immigration spokeswoman, said in an email. Caron
called the bidding process “fair and reasonable.” Under international trade
agreements, the federal government cannot require that the flags it buys be
made in Canada. …
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Border officials turn away criminals during Stampede
Calgary Herald
… records trying to slip into Calgary just before or during the Stampede
were sent packing, immigration officials say. Between July 1 and 10, border
officials refused 25 people entry into Canada, according to the Canada
Border Services Agency. …
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US calls off extradition of Randy Quaid, wife
National Post (blog)
Evi and Randy Quaid leave Canadian Immigration Court after a November
hearing in Vancouver. The couple claim they came to Canada to escape a
secret cabal of Star Whackers. Randy and Evi Quaid’s Canadian address is
safe following a Friday announcement …
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Hamilton Spectator
IMMIGRATION Canada let 25 per cent fewer immigrants into the country in the
first quarter of this year compared to the same period in 2010, raising
concerns the Conservative government is embarking on a bold plan to
restrict the country’s immigration …
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… a Citizenship and Immigration spokeswoman, said in an email. Caron
called the bidding process “fair and reasonable.” Under international trade
agreements, the federal government cannot require that the flags it buys be
made in Canada. …
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Border officials turn away criminals at airport
Calgary Herald
… records trying to slip into Calgary just before or during the Stampede
were sent packing, immigration officials say. Between July 1 and 10, border
officials refused 25 people entry into Canada, according to the Canada
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Interpreting a promise
Cape Breton Post
But a Citizenship and Immigration Canada spokesperson said all those who
qualify (up to 550) should be processed by next spring. One factor bogging
down the process is that only one in three applicants has met the criteria
set out by Kenney back in …
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Greek Reporter
Canadian immigration minister Jason Kenney will be consulting with various
stakeholders on the appropriate levels of immigration to Canada. Canada
currently has one of the highest per capita immigration rates in the world.
“We want people’s views on …
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Under the new rules, temporary foreign workers can spend a maximum of four
years in Canada, and then must leave for four years before re-applying for
another four-year term. Previously, a permit issued for two years was
renewable several times if the …
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Feds claim Chinese fugitive Lai Changxing dealt with Vancouver gangsters
The Province
Lai seemed to have run out of appeals after the Immigration and Refugee
Board (IRB) ordered his removal from Canada earlier this month. But he will
get one last appeal at a hearing July 21 when his lawyers will argue he
can’t get a fair trial in China, …
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Afghan interpreters get chance to resettle
Montreal Gazette
Another 33 Afghan nationals are expected to arrive in Canada over the
summer, and 130 more in the fall, a spokeswoman for Citizenship and
Immigration Canada told Postmedia News in an email. The program allows for
resettlement of 550 people in total and …
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Snyder sees immigrants as a key to state’s economy
Forbes
“I’m glad Canada thinks it has room for more talent. It’s too bad we don’t
have space here,” Gilmour said. New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg
participated in a video conference call during the opening panel titled
“Can Immigrants Save Detroit? …
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Welcoming immigrants right thing to do in US
Attleboro Sun Chronicle
This trend is present in most of the developed world, with nations like
Japan, France, Germany and Canada recording lower percentages. With the
prospect of decreasing numbers of young people working and increasing
numbers of retirees, developed nations …
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Bob Rae takes a methodical approach to rebuilding the Liberal Party
Straight.com
Meanwhile, he warns of a secret agenda by the Conservatives to crack down
on immigration. “[Citizenship and Immigration Minister] Jason Kenney is
conducting a quiet consultation this summer, even though he’s not telling
anybody about it,” Rae states. …
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Tinariwen Denied Visas to Enter Canada
Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog)
When asked for comment as to why they denied the band their visas this
year, Citizenship and Immigration Canada refused to say anything except
that each application is assessed on its merits. According to the
spokesperson quoted in the Globe and Mail …
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Minister of Censorship and Deportation Touches Down in Vancouver Tuesday
Pacific Free Press
by NOII Minister of Censorship and Deportation Jason Kenney will be in
Vancouver as part of his bogus cross-Canada consultations on ‘appropriate’
immigration levels. On Tuesday afternoon, he is speaking at the Vancouver
Board of Trade about how …
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CTV.ca
VANCOUVER — One of China’s most wanted men brought his illegal tactics to
Canada, an Immigration and Refugee Board hearing was told Monday. A
Vancouver police officer told Lai Changxing’s detention hearing his
reliable source told him Lai was in …
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Federal Immigration Minister Jason Kenney told the Calgary Herald last week
that Canada’s system must be “quick and competitive” to attract the best
and brightest. So there might be common ground for the two governments when
Lukaszuk pushes Ottawa to …
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Increasing Number of Indian Students Heading to Canadian Colleges
US Migration Expert
Canada has shown its effort for the variety of academic programs by
launching a program for Indian students to complete three- to four-month
paid research internships at leading Canadian universities. If you are
interested in Immigration to Canada, …
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Lai gets last chance to remain in Canada
The Province
Lai seemed to have run out of appeals after the Immigration and Refugee
Board ordered his removal from Canada earlier this month. But he will get
one last appeal at a hearing on Thursday when his lawyers will argue he
can’t get a fair trial in China, …
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Hundreds of Afghans Due in Canada Under Special Program
Suite101.com
Jason Kenney, the Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and
Multiculturalism, was quoted as saying, “These are Afghans who face
extraordinary personal risk as a result of their work in support of
Canada’s mission in Kandahar. …
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Calling China an ‘important ally,’ Baird turns cold shoulder to fugitive
Globe and Mail
But after four years of quiet in his case, Canadian immigration authorities
opined last week that he would not be mistreated if sent back to China. The
government moved quickly deport him until a court order issued last
Wednesday stalled the efforts. …
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Globe and Mail
Mr. Lai was ordered deported after Immigration Canada ruled he’s not at
risk of being tortured if he returns to China. The government agency made
that determination after four years of deliberation, and just days before
Foreign Affairs Minister John …
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(They) are actually living and working in Dubai, for example, but claiming
they are in Canada and may be using consultants to manufacture evidence
that they are here,” immigration lawyer Andrew Wlodyka explained Tuesday.
Many people benefit from …
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Immigrant settlement costly for city: Mammoliti
Toronto Sun
Some Toronto councillors said about 60% of the more than 250000 immigrants
arriving in Canada yearly resettle in the Toronto area and its time Ottawa
and the province dish out more funds to help the cash-strapped city cope
with the influx. …
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Immigration Daily
ILW.com
The recession has ended, and small and large law firms are looking for
immigration attorneys, paralegals and professionals. Today, Immigration
Daily features job openings in Toronto, Canada and Miami, FL. Scroll down,
and start sending your …
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Bradford man turned over to immigration
The Barrie Advance
Further investigation revealed the male had an outstanding Immigration
Warrant for his arrest held by Canada Border Services. The accused, a
35-year-old male with a Bradford address was held until morning and was
picked up my immigration officers to be …
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Arganda has been a permanent resident of Canada since 1995 and has racked
up several convictions related to property and forgery offences. Federal
immigration officials decided last year they wanted him removed from the
country on the grounds he is a …
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Suite101.com
The discovery of these people were the result of actions taken by
Citizenship and Immigration Canada and the RCMP. According to Akin, since
Canada became a country on July 1, 1867, only 67 Canadian citizens have
been stripped of their citizenship. …
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Canada’s immigration minister is beefing up the number of immigrants that
can be brought in on what’s known as the “nominee program.” It’s for
individuals who have a job waiting for them. Alberta is not getting any new
immigrants — our province’s …
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Citizenship fraud cleanup ‘about time’
London Free Press
By JENNY YUEN, QMI Agency TORONTO – The federal government’s clean sweep of
revoking the citizenship status of 1800 people should be swift, a Toronto
immigration lawyer says. The massive investigation, unprecedented in its
scale, involved the RCMP and …
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On the lecture circuit today: Citizenship and Immigration Minister Jason
Kenney, who will address the Economic Club of Canada on “the critical role
of immigration in supporting Canada’s growth and prosperity” in a downtown
(!) Toronto hotel. …
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USA Today
Immigration Minister Jason Kenney said most of those people were counseled
by crooked immigration consultants on how to concoct fake proof of
residency. To become a citizen a person is supposed to have lived in Canada
for three out of four years. …
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He was ordered released from custody by Canadian immigration adjudicator
Geoff Rempel who ruled Canada Border Services Agency lawyers failed to
prove there was high risk of flight. A Chinese fugitive who has been
fighting deportation from Canada for …
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Palestine House says its not a smuggling front
Toronto Sun
They gave their addresses as a unit at the building to fraudulently obtain
citizenship by trying to go around the required three years in which they
must remain Canada. The immigrants were never there and most, like the 1800
of whom the government said …
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Canada releases a Chinese fugitive from jail
Forbes
AP , 07.20.11, 03:45 PM EDT VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Canada’s
Immigration and Refugee Board has ordered one of China’s most wanted
fugitives to be released from a Canadian jail a day before he is set to
argue against his deportation order in a …
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Lai ordered released from jail in advance of deportation hearing
Globe and Mail
Mr. Lai, a former peasant with a Grade 4 education, was ordered deported
after Immigration Canada ruled he is not at risk of being tortured if sent
back to China. The government agency made that determination following four
years of deliberation, …
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Parents turn in son: NEWS BRIEFS
The Barrie Examiner
Further investigation showed the man was wanted by Canada Border Services
on an outstanding warrant. He was held in custody and picked up by
immigration officers Monday morning. An 18-year-old youth was turned into
Barrie police after his parents found …
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Surprising voices say it’s time to “embrace” immigration
People’s World
Detroit is a city built by immigrants. As Wayne State University President
Allan Gilmour noted, people came here from all over the world to work in
the auto industry. And as Councilman Cockerel noted, given this city’s
proximity to Canada, …
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CAIR Asks ICE to Drop Trainer Who Seeks to Convert Muslims
Sacramento Bee
Hicham Chehab, head of the Chicagoland Lutheran Muslim Mission Association
(CLMMA), will “give a presentation to US immigration officers at the end of
July.” Chehab, who claims to be a former member of the Muslim Brotherhood,
has also reportedly given …
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Vancouver Sun
“We must also be very careful not to jeopardize the generally very positive
and welcoming attitude toward immigration and immigrants that Canada
enjoys,” he later adds. Only 30 per cent of Canadian immigrants are
economic migrants, people selected on …
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Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Board has ordered one of China’s most
wanted fugitives to be released from a Canadian jail a day before he is set
to argue against his deportation order in a federal court. Agency member
Geoff Remple said Wednesday that …
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After Strong Baby Boom, a “Baby Bust”?
PR Newswire (press release)
In the report, co-authors Virginie Maisonneuve, Head of Global Equities at
Schroders, and Katherine Davidson, examine how the larger-than-usual baby
boom in Canada and significant immigration in the 50s and 60s has resulted
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Keith Beardsley: If you lied to get citizenship, you should lose it
National Post (blog)
There are many legitimate counsellors and lawyers who do not participate in
these activities nor do they condone them, and the Immigration Canada
website is clear as to the process that needs to be followed and to the
criteria that prospective …
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Changes to application forms for permanent residency in Canada now in force
Expat Forum
To achieve gains in efficiency, applicants are strongly encouraged to
complete the form electronically by Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
However, those completed by hand will still be accepted until March 31,
2012.
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Fulfilling Laurier’s vision: a Canada of 100 million
Globe and Mail
The Liberals should stand today for a strategic immigration policy of
reaching 100 million by 2100. 1. Our culture would be less strained to
survive. Our arts, books, magazines, newspapers, movies and music,
electronic media, with more than triple the …
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Feds have fakers ‘dead to rights’
Brantford Expositor
OTTAWA — Most of the 1800 people whom the federal government believes
obtained their Canadian citizenship fraudulently are Canadians of
convenience who don’t even live here, according to Immigration Minister
Jason Kenney. And he doesn’t expect many to …
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Citizenship and Immigration Canada announced an annual cap for …
As of July 1st 2011, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) announced an
annual cap for skilled workers and investors in Canada.
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Wall Street Journal
US national-security hawks have frequently criticized Canada’s immigration
system for being overly lax. But the country’s immigration policies and its
accommodating refugee-application program are points of pride for many
Canadians. …
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to Lai. “Mr. Lai is a common criminal fugitive from the Chinese justice
system who has had full access to Canada’s immigration process over the
past 11 years and has been found …
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Feds to revoke 1800 allegedly fraudulent citizenships
Winnipeg Free Press
According to Immigration Minister Jason Kenney, most of the targeted
individuals were counselled by three or four crooked immigration
consultants on how to concoct fake proof of residency in Canada. To become
a citizen, a person is supposed to have …
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Edmonton man wanted for war crimes
Edmonton Sun
The list contains the names of 30 men alleged to be involved in activities
related to war crimes and the federal government wants to boot them out of
Canada. Immigration Minister Jason Kenney vowed the fugitives will “find
no haven” here. …
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After Strong Baby Boom, a “Baby Bust”?
Sacramento Bee
In the report, co-authors Virginie Maisonneuve, Head of Global Equities at
Schroders, and Katherine Davidson, examine how the larger-than-usual baby
boom in Canada and significant immigration in the 50s and 60s has resulted
in a unique demographic …
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Immigration closes the door on refugees
Montreal Gazette
Immigration Minister Jason Kenney is in Montreal Friday to speak to
“stakeholders” about how to achieve the right balance between economic and
family-class immigrants, and the protected persons who are accepted into
Canada every year. …
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Boxer, horse breeder on list of suspects
Toronto Sun
There were 30 names released Thursday of people who are wanted on arrest
warrants in their own countries and are believed to be in hiding under
aliases in Canada. But in some cases there were immigration hearings or
incidents that investigators can …
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Chinese fugitive loses last battle to stay in Canada
Toronto Star
Later when Immigration Canada representatives working on the Lai case
interviewed Tao, a Chinese official was present during the interviews. Tao
has since disappeared. The lawyer who had taken the initial statement from
Tao, Clive Ansley, …
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Saskatchewan cities top growth list
CBC.ca
1, Statistics Canada said in a report issued on June 22. The province’s
increase was tempered by a net outflow (-600) from interprovincial
migration. It was Saskatchewan’s first net outflow in its exchange with
other provinces since the third quarter …
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Embrace immigrants? Yeah, and a lot of other things, too
The Flint Journal – MLive.com (blog)
The truth is immigrants alone won’t save us. Cool cities certainly won’t
save us. Nor will tourism, entrepreneurs, green technology, the return to
health by the Big Three, or even a new bridge to Canada.
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Marketwire (press release)
The CBSA, Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the Department of Justice,
and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police work cooperatively with international
partners to ensure that those who have engaged in such crimes find no
sanctuary in Canada. …
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Jason Kenney lands in Montreal today to discuss Canada’s immigration levels
and how best to integrate new arrivals — a top-of-mind issue for one of
the Conservative Party’s newest and most important constituencies. The
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Landing In GP
HQ Grande Prairie
He says dealing with Canada’s immigration system was relatively easy, a
very long process and one he felt was a little stricter where it needed to
be. Uwaifoh says he’s just starting to get used to the weather in the Peace
and is enjoying life in …
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Prudence key in worker shortage
Edmonton Journal
Minister Thomas Lukaszuk is correct when he says there is a need for
enhanced immigration to balance serious issues in Canada. The shortage of
workers is only one aspect. Future taxpayers to fund our social programs
must be found or our society will …
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WEEK OF JULY 8 TO 15, 2011
International Labour Organization adopts accord to protect world’s domestic workers
The Manila Bulletin, July 11, 2011
http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/326403/international-labour-organization-adopts-accord-protect-world-s-domestic-workers
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Fugitive from China wins interim stay of deportation
By Rod Mickleburgh
The Globe and Mail (Toronto), July 11, 2011
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Intercepted Tamil ship was Canada-bound, Kenney says
By Petti Fong
Toronto Star, July 12, 2011
http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/article/1024012–intercepted-tamil-ship-was-canada-bound-kenney-says
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Lawyer for Chinese fugitive accuses authorities of rushing deportation
By Rod Mickleburgh
The Globe and Mail, July 12, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/british-columbia/bc-politics/lawyer-for-chinese-fugitive-accuses-authorities-of-rushing-deportation/article2095439/
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Rare evening court ruling blocks release of Lai Changxing
By Rod Mickleburgh
The Globe and Mail (Toronto), July 13, 2011
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/british-columbia/bc-politics/rare-evening-court-ruling-blocks-release-of-lai-changxing/article2096125/
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Minister looks to loosen border rules
By Nadia Moharib
The Calgary Sun, July 13, 2011
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Explain immigration and refugee system to Canadians, advisory panel urges
By Jim Bronskill
The Canadian Press, July 14, 2011
http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/article/1024676–explain-immigration-and-refugee-system-to-canadians-advisory-panel-urges
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China fugitive awaits deportation hearing in Canada jail
By Deborah Jones
Agence France Presse, July 14, 2011
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Immigration minister says 550 Afghan interpreters will be in Canada in months
The Canadian Press, July 15, 2011
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WEEK OF JULY 1 TO JULY 8, 2011
Immigration Minister grants blinded UBC student permit to return to Canada
By Althia Raj
Postmedia News, July 4, 2011
http://www.montrealgazette.com/news/Immigration+Minister+grants+blinded+student+permit+return+Canada/5048078/story.html
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Immigrant drivers safer than long-term residents: study
The Canadian Press, July 6, 2011
http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/Canada/20110706/imigrant-drivers-safe-110706/
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German family sues immigration consultant
CBC News, July 6, 2011
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/story/2011/07/05/mb-rost-dyck-immigration-suit.html
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20,000 illegals hunted in GTA
By Tom Godfrey
The Toronto Sun, July 7, 2011
http://www.torontosun.com/2011/07/07/20000-illegals-hunted-in-gta
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Canada imposes travel ban on top Iranian officials
By Jeff Davis
Postmedia News, July 8, 2011
http://www.canada.com/Canada+imposes+travel+Iranian+officials/5072557/story.html
Kenney’s office silent as deportation hangs over Mississauga family
Toronto Star
Kenney’s office has referred previous requests for comment to Citizenship
and Immigration Canada. A CIC spokesperson has said Kenney “does not have
the authority” to stop a deportation under the Immigration and Refugee
Protection Act. The last response …
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A Rough Guide to Canadian Values
Vancouver Sun (blog)
Sixty-three per cent recently told Angus Reid pollsters they believe high
immigration strengthens the country. But Canadians are also growing worried
about rapid immigration. An overwhelming 83 per cent believe “immigrants to
Canada should only be …
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Man faces deportation to Scotland
Toronto Sun
(Photo supplied) A habitual thief who came to Canada with his parents when
he was 18-months-old and never obtained citizenship is being deported to
Scotland in two weeks. William James McCaffery, 45, of Keswick, is being
detained on an immigration hold …
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Foreign-born Americans talk citizenship
Evansville Courier & Press
Debbie and Chuck Bartlett recently hired local attorney David Guerrettaz to
help them go through the immigration process. This is the second time that
Chuck, from Canada, has received a Green Card. Photos by Bailey Loosemore /
Special to The Courier …
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Tweets battle family deportation
Toronto Star
A spokesperson from Citizenship and Immigration Canada said Kenney “does
not have the authority to stay removal orders” under the Immigration and
Refugee Protection Act. That decision is up to the Canada Border Services
Agency, she said.
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Cameras foil illegal border crossings at river
Detroit Free Press
BY TRESA BALDAS US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) — which is
deporting a man to the Czech Republic after he was caught this week trying
to swim into the US from Canada — says illegal immigrants have been trying
to sneak across the Detroit and …
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William and Kate mark Canada Day with fireworks on debut tour
Inquirer.net
These 25 took the oath “for the first time in the history of Canadian
citizenship in the presence of one of [the queen’s] heirs who we hope will
in the fullness of time become one of her successors as the king of
Canada,” said Immigration Minister …
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New Canadians take citizenship oath at Queen’s Park
CTV.ca
Prince William and Catherine, the Duchess of Cornwall, presided over a
Canada Day citizenship ceremony in Gatineau, Que., Friday morning. The
royal couple took to the stage at the Canadian Museum of Civilization
alongside Immigration Minister Jason …
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Province pushes for more newcomers
Winnipeg Free Press
Howard said her meeting with Jason Kenney, minister of citizenship,
immigration and multiculturalism, is aimed at getting Ottawa to back down
on its proposed cap on the number of newcomers to Canada. Howard said in an
interview the pace of immigration …
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Canadians called to do duty when census asks about religion and ethnicity
Vancouver Sun
Now that multicultural Canada, which has the world’s highest immigration
rate per capita, is home to people who speak more than 200 languages, it’s
more important than ever to track residents’ ethnicities and religions.
Census officials ask Canadians …
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WHEN CANADA CALLS
Kamloops This Week
Five students from China, Japan, Korea, Poland and Saudi Arabia are taking
English-language classes at Kamloops Immigration Services. Their classes
are similar to the mosaic that is Canada. From diverse backgrounds, each
with a different story, …
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Tearful scene at Pearson airport as Mississauga family deported
Toronto Star
Kenney’s office referred requests for comment to Citizenship and
Immigration Canada. A spokesperson said the Minister “does not have the
authority” to stop a deportation under the Immigration and Refugee
Protection Act. The decision is up to the Canada …
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Strauss-Kahn saga exposes lax immigration oversight
Montreal Gazette
There’s no reason to believe there’s any more scrutiny in Canada, which
accepts even more asylum-seekers per population. As far back as 2001, I
revealed that a secret RCMP-assisted United Nations probe determined most
individuals or families admitted …
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They chose to become Americans
OCRegister
By THERESA WALKER A family from Ireland and Canada, an immigration
counselor from Ecuador and a Vietnam veteran from the Philippines all
became US citizens through naturalization. The emotions of achieving that
dream course through their thoughts on …
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Some immigrants to U.S. finding it easier to leave
Ct Post
“But what I’m seeing more of is people throwing up their hands and looking
for a more welcoming place, like Canada, New Zealand or Australia. It is
not America itself that makes these people want to leave, but the
bureaucracy they have to deal with. …
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Afghan interpreters say they’re abandoned by Canada
Toronto Star
You guys are going to Canada. The Canadian government is starting a process
that will get you into Canada in a month!’ “said Sharifi, 23. He took
that as a promise. It’s one Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s government
hasn’t kept. Immigration Minister …
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Census questions on religion, ethnicity stop us guessing
Vancouver Sun (blog)
Now that multicultural Canada, which has the world’s highest immigration
rate per capita, is home to people who speak more than 200 languages, it’s
more important than ever to track residents’ ethnicities and religions.
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Falun Gong activist reflects on her struggle for freedom in Canada
The Province
The 2009 human rights investigation and book, Bloody Harvest: The Killing
of Falun Gong for their Organs by former Edmonton MP David Kilgour and
immigration lawyer David Matas, documents the evidence and numerous
victims. They cite a United Nations …
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The royals welcome new citizens on Canada Day
Montreal Gazette
“Canada’s royal family . . . represent the future, with all its hopes and
dreams,” Immigration Minister Jason Kenney told those assembled as a
ceremony was held to make 25 people from 14 countries new Canadians.
William presented each new citizen …
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Goodbye Green Gables: Chinese immigrants transforming PEI’s cultural landscape
National Post (blog)
“[The immigration surge] is not the only factor, but it might
contribute.” In February, the province and Citizenship and Immigration
Canada announced a revamped nominee program, which will cap nominations at
400 for this year. Under the new rules, …
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Let ‘Korean dream’ come true
Korea Times
Countries like the UK, Canada and Australia have taken bold steps to draw
ambitious, talented immigrants to their shores while focusing on public
concerns about job competition, wage pressures and the social costs of
illegal immigrants. …
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South Asians immigrants are transforming Toronto
Globe and Mail
In 1980, 70 per cent of Indian immigrants to Canada spoke neither English
nor French. Now 60 per cent have a command of English. Partly because of
changed immigration rules, a far larger share of South Asians now arrive as
skilled workers, …
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Mississauga family deported to Colombia
CTV.ca
“I think this is a classic case that would for the minister to exercise his
discretion,” said MP Don Davies, the NDP critic for citizenship and
immigration. The office of Immigration Minister Jason Kenney has referred
requests for comment to the Canada …
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Canada offers hope for undocumented workers
ABS CBN News
He has other options – get married or apply for permanent residency in
Canada. Canadian immigration law says that undocumented status in the US
will not affect one’s immigration in Canada. An applicant also does not
need a relative or an employer in …
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Former college employee linked to foreign worker scam
Meridian Booster
Police said the individual, who has since been terminated by the college,
sent letters to Canada Immigration confirming the foreign nationals as
students training for either ESL or welding at the college. The college had
no knowledge of the …
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Americans in Canada must file U.S. tax returns
StarPhoenix
They tell of a client who is a US citizen living in Canada, who was flying
to the United States to tend to a family matter. The US Citizenship and
Immigration Services agent asked him if he was filing US tax returns.
Increased co-operation between the …
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Immigration status could block children from public healthcare
Cal Coast News
Swine-flu can break out anywhere on the planet, and, as we saw the last
time, the deadly form was first seen in Canada and then Mexico. Ebola and
Marburg are the most scary, however, because they are so fatal–85 to 90%
fatality. There is no cure. …
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A comparison of the prospects of the “broader right” in Canada and the United …
Enter Stage Right
In regard to immigration, Canada has received about a quarter-million
immigrants a year – about 75% of them from non-traditional sources —
since 1988. (The population of Canada is now about 35 million.) Unlike the
US, where there is some degree of …
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Protesters rally against Georgia immigration law
Salon
You pay higher, like they do in Australia, Canada, France, New Zealand, and
other 1st World countries. Then you charge a higher price and that’s passed
on to the consumer. It’s called capitalism, and people will pay a higher
price knowing that it’s …
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Bautista smashes all-star voting record
Toronto Star
“I’m very proud to be representing Canada and the Dominican. Bautista,
who was selected to the 2010 All-Star Game on player and coach voting,
refrained from commenting on the current anti-immigration law in Arizona.
The law makes the failure to carry …
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Family’s trip inspired by first Canadian ancestor
insideTORONTO.com
The Etobicoke family is retracing its roots in honour of their centennial
anniversary of their family’s immigration to Canada. Photo/COURTESY A muddy
floor may have been the catalyst for a century-long lapse between
ancestors. An Etobicoke family has a …
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Temporary foreign workers: a growing reality. But is it the right one?
The Independent News
Last year, Citizenship and Immigration Canada reported 1394 temporary
foreign workers were present in Newfoundland and Labrador. While only
comprising 1.2% of all temporary foreign workers in Canada, this is a 52%
increase from the provincial numbers …
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‘Citizen U.S.A.’: How newcomers give U.S. new blood
New York Daily News
A man from Canada immigrated here largely because he can now legally
collect guns. Perhaps because so much of the immigration discussion in
recent years has focused on Hispanics, Pelosi seems almost deliberately to
focus on Asians, Europeans and Middle …
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After SISO: Up, down, up
Hamilton Spectator
But the work needs to get done regardless, because the irrefutable truth is
that immigration and successful integration are critically important now
and in the future, in this city and Canada overall.
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Canada enacts tougher rules on immigration consultants
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Immigration Minister grants blinded UBC student permit to return to Canada
Montreal Gazette
OTTAWA — Rumana Monzur, the University of British Columbia student
allegedly beaten and blinded by her husband during an attack in Bangladesh,
is coming back to Canada Tuesday. Immigration Minister Jason Kenney is
granting Monzur a temporary resident …
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Family witness to a Vancouver’s transformation
Vancouver Sun
Krishna also recognizes that non-whites were not guaranteed the right to
vote in Canada until after the Second World War. And it’s illustrative, he
says, that until 1962, Canada’s immigration policy discriminated against
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Student wants to stay over in Canada
Jamaica Gleaner
I do hope you are successful in the completion of your studies in Canada.
You have not indicated the area of your studies. However, I assume you are
on a study permit and that you have kept up with all of your immigration
requirements and that your …
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Friends to protest deportation
Mississauga
NDP and Liberal critics have pleaded Kenney to review the case, but a
Citizenship and Immigration Canada spokesperson said he “does not have the
authority” to stop a deportation under the Immigration and Refugee
Protection Act. That decision is up to …
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Tories target human smuggling, with reintroduced bill
Laval News
When they first introduced Bill C-49, the Preventing Human Smugglers from
Abusing Canada’s Immigration System Act, the Conservatives, who were then a
minority government, hoped to put a stop to human smuggling, in which large
sums of money are charged …
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Cut red tape for Afghan helpers
Toronto Star
(June 30, 2011) For a year Sayed Shah Sharifi, an interpreter for Canadian
troops in Afghanistan, has been waiting for Ottawa to tell him he can have
refuge in Canada under a special visa program. His case is still being
processed. Immigration Minister …
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New Zealand Skills Shortage
Emigration Group
The Labour party’s spokesperson on immigration Ruth Dyson believes at this
time the Government should look at increasing skilled migration to fill the
voids that exist throughout New Zealand society. “The Minister’s response
seems to be that we have an …
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Mandatory detention: expensive and ineffective
ABC Online
It is impossible for the UK, USA, Europe or Canada because they have too
many asylum seekers arriving to even consider mandatory detention. A Dutch
immigration officer laughed at me when I asked about their detention
policy. …
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Immigration: Vital Facts Concerning Canada and Immigrants …
An extremely vital aspect of Canadian citizen’s lives is immigration.
Directly after the September 11, 2001 US attacks, several immigrants who
were not …
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Family witness to a city’s transformation
Vancouver Sun
Krishna also recognizes that non-whites were not guaranteed the right to
vote in Canada until after the Second World War. And it’s illustrative, he
says, that until 1962, Canada’s immigration policy discriminated against
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We need immigrants to grow our economy
Vancouver Sun
Although immigration may not be the panacea for all of Canada’s demographic
woes, it will be key to continued economic growth, coupled with investment
in physical capital and increased productivity. In fact, scholars have long
argued that Canada’s …
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Canada offering PR to undocumented workers
Live Punjab
To help such workers, Canada has introduced a new immigration law called
“Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2011”. This law states,
“Undocumented status in the US will not affect one’s immigration in
Canada. An applicant also does not need a …
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Our story so far….
Expat Forum
We hired an immigration firm here in the UK who were going to process the
TWP then submit the PR once we arrived. After we got a positive LMO our
Immigration guy gave us a time frame to be in Canada so we packed up our
house, put it on the market, …
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Back in the riding again
BCLocalNews
Our government is taking action and has introduced Bill C-4 Preventing
Human Smugglers from Abusing Canada’s Immigration System Act. This act will
create new tools that will allow Government to have more flexibility to
respond to these situations …
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Canada braced for a UN scolding over ‘visible minorities’
Montreal Gazette
A delegation to be led by Citizenship and Immigration Canada will tell the
Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination that Canada considers
the term to be appropriate. The committee signalled when it grilled Canada
four years ago that the …
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‘We’d better get serious now’
Hindustan Times
So by coming to Canada you can actually engage with the whole market. Why
Canada? First of all Canada’s immigration policies have been reformed in
recent years so students can actually get work experience, and get North
American credentials. …
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Newcomer program proves popular
Journal Pioneer
SUMMERSIDE – Immigration numbers to Summerside appear to be on the rise and
the PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada is working with the city to
integrate and retain these people. The city is prepared to launch its new
economic development strategy …
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Blinded student returns to Vancouver
Macleans.ca
… 9:41 am The University of British Columbia student who was blinded by
her husband during an attack in Bangladesh will return to Canada on
Tuesday. Rumana Monzur has been granted a temporary resident permit by
Immigration Minister Jason Kenney. …
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Near 50 per cent increase to online Sask. jobs
Global Regina
Rob Norris, Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration Minister, said
“employers in every corner of the province continue to open the doors of
opportunity for Saskatchewan people.” Employers from 327 Saskatchewan
communities posted over 67-thousand …
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Immigrants rushed to apply before stricter rules took affect
The Copenhagen Post
Citizens of Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland,
South Korea and the US are now exempt from taking the immigration test when
bringing their families to the country. That means all member countries of
the OECD are no longer …
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New immigrants Canada needs are already here
Vancouver Sun
Like many developed nations, Canada is counting on immigration to help
mitigate the impacts of an aging population. The global competition for
skilled workers is intense as each nation markets itself as the ideal
destination for immigrants to relocate. …
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German family sues immigration consultant
CBC.ca
They have a lawyer working to review the case with Citizenship and
Immigration Canada but the clock is ticking: They might be deported before
the end of July. End of Story Content Back to accessibility links.
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Immigrant drivers safer than long-term residents: study
CTV.ca
There could be several factors that explain why new Canadians seem to be
more solid drivers: they may travel shorter distances at slower speeds and
with greater caution; bad drivers could be indirectly screened out by
immigration policies that select …
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Medic steps in to help Afghan interpreter gain Canadian visa
Toronto Star
Sahrifi is one of hundreds of Afghan civilians who risked their lives
working with Canadian forces in the Taliban heartland, who feel abandoned
as they await decisions on their applications to immigrate to Canada.
Canada’s Minister of Immigration and …
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Skillful but aggressive liberal leader
Stockholm News
One was that Sweden should welcome more immigrants to work in Sweden and
Björklund sees Canada as a role model here. Jan Björklund is according to
me one of the most skillful speakers in Sweden. Maybe it has something to
do with his background as a …
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Immigration Reconsidered: Damien Cave Answers Readers’ Questions
New York Times (blog)
Trying to reconcile the findings included in the report with the local
Mexican news that claim that urban Mexicans with economic means are legally
migrating to small and medium cities in USA and Canada due to the
increasing criminal activity: extortion …
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Prince William, Kate begin 3rd day of Canada tour
San Jose Mercury News
However, support for the separatists among Quebeckers has been on the
decline in recent years as the 80-percent French-speaking province has
enjoyed plenty of autonomy even without quitting Canada. It sets its own
income tax, has its own immigration …
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Charges stayed against BC man over seven-year court delay
The Province
He was apprehended in October 2002 at the Vancouver International Airport
when he tried to enter Canada from Mexico using a passport in the name
David McCrae. Immigration officials ordered him excluded from Canada but
after a detention review hearing …
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EDITORIAL: Name tags for officers promote accountability
Niagara Falls Review
By COREY LAROCQUE That’s why Canada Border Service Agency officers should
be expected to wear name tags, despite their union’s claim it might put
their safety at risk. The union that represents Canada’s customs and
immigration officers is bristling at …
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Court criticizes ‘system’ after seven-year trial delay
The Province
He was apprehended in October 2002 at the Vancouver International Airport
when he tried to enter Canada from Mexico using a passport in the name
David McCrae. Immigration officials ordered him excluded from Canada but,
after a detention review hearing, …
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Skepticism grows over immigration
Views and News from Norway
Proficiency in Norwegian has recently become a prerequisite for most
immigrants. Chris Parson, who moved to Norway from Canada four years ago,
told Aftenposten that he had to choose between taking a 300-hour language
course or trying to pass a language …
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Opinion: Dear Germany, What Can You Offer Your Immigrants?
Spiegel Online
Your language, which I value, is extremely difficult to learn, and most of
the world’s highly qualified individuals can easily get started with their
level of English proficiency in the United States, Canada, Australia,
Singapore, Malaysia, …
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Canada offers the new and exciting
Deccan Herald
Indian students tend to choose places like Vancouver in Canada because of
its favourable nature, mild climate and the Indian community stronghold.
Also, Canada’s progressive immigration policies and employment
opportunities is turning it into a …
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Couple kept apart by immigration mistakes reunite
Toronto Star
After the Star asked officials to take a closer look at their case,
Citizenship and Immigration Canada has apologized to the couple, who were
kept apart for nearly two years because the federal government made a
series of costly mistakes while …
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Immigrant tech stars face hurdles in quest to start business in Canada
Globe and Mail
But what the Romanian entrepreneurs don’t have is a clearly defined path to
permanent residency in Canada. Their case highlights one of the enduring
tensions of the immigration system: the kind of people Canada wants to
embrace can face frustrating …
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Carras: The key to real estate success is knowledge
yourhome.ca
The GTA’s attractiveness to new immigrants and that of Canada as a whole,
which welcomes about 200000 to 300000 people from around the globe
annually, is no surprise to most people. Canadian immigration remains high
because, among our country’s many …
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Four booked for immigration fraud
Hindustan Times
Jagjit Singh, a resident of Ferozepur town who wanted to go to Canada, paid
Rs.10.3 lakh to Meena Sharma, the owner of an immigration company here,
said Tarlochan Singh, investigation officer in the case. “The accused took
the amount from Jagjit and …
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Liberals want to attract well educated immigrants to Sweden
Stockholm News
According to the party leader Jan Björklund, Canada is renowned as one of
the most successful countries in the world when it comes to attracting
educated immigrants. Canada has a points system where each person who
fullfils some criteria regarding to …
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Time could run out for asylum-seekers
Mail & Guardian Online
The amount of time asylum seekers have to apply for refugee status after
entering South Africa could be reduced from 14 days to five if the
department of home affairs succeeds in passing its Immigration Amendment
Bill, which is before Parliament. …
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Ministers join local oilsands discussion
Fort McMurray Today
With predicted labour shortages, Kenney said Canada has is trying to fine
tune its immigration program to ensure the country is attracting people who
are capable of filling the jobs of the future including skilled trades such
as welders and pipefitters …
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Anti-Semitism on rise, parliamentary coalition says
Montreal Gazette
The report makes several recommendations, including working with police
services across Canada to clearly define what constitutes an anti-Semitic
crime and looking at rising international anti-Semitism when designating
source countries for immigration. …
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Getting our youth in motion
Hamilton Spectator
An ad-hoc group had been formed and Citizenship and Immigration Canada had
approved a grant for $145600 when Mirza was asked to manage a new program
called Engaged Youth in Motion. After lots of planning, it began in May and
is almost through the first …
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Immigration: A warmer welcome in a colder state
The Economist
The difference may be partly because, when it comes to immigration,
Minnesota is more like Canada than the rest of the United States. Being far
removed from Latin America, the main source of immigrants to the country in
general, Minnesota has little …
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New immigration strategy launched in Ottawa, Canada
Expat Forum
The strategy identifies methods to simplify and streamline the sometimes
confusing array of services aimed at immigrants in Ottawa, through measures
such as a central needs assessment facility to tell new people immigrating
to Canada how to access the …
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Royal Tour Wardrobe: Kate Middleton’s Fashion Sense (Photos)
International Business Times
Canada’s Governor General David Johnston (L), Britain’s Prince William, his
wife Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge and Canada’s Minister of
Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Jason Kenney (R) pose for a
photo with new Canadian citizens …
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Foreign-worker policies short-sighted
Edmonton Journal
The July 1 article points to why we are having a crisis in meeting longterm
labour needs in Alberta and Canada. Instead of adopting a rational
permanent immigration program that plans for the long-term labour market
demands in both the skilled and …
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Jamaican lesbian wins appeal to stay in UK
Jamaica Observer
In granting her appeal, senior immigration judges said that any return to a
discreet life would be the result of a fear of persecution rather than mere
“social pressures”, the BBC reported. Gay Jamaicans are increasingly
turning to Britain, Canada and …
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Toronto Tamil fears for wife in Sri Lanka
CBC.ca
He was about to submit his wife’s sponsorship application to Citizenship
and Immigration Canada when his story appeared, and Sri Lankan police tried
to find her. “They are really scared. They don’t even go out …. They are
still inside the house,” he …
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More charges in case of domestic slavery
The Province
Oi Ling Nicole Huen and Franco Yiu Kwan Orr were each charged under the
Immigration and Refugee Protection Act in May with organizing the illegal
entry into Canada of a 38-year-old woman. The couple have now also been
charged with employing a foreign …
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