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Canada redesigns the permanent resident card
August 31, 2009 – 7:26 am | Comments Off on Canada redesigns the permanent resident card
Canada redesigns the permanent resident card

Canada has redesigned its permanent resident card, the wallet-sized plastic card that provides proof of permanent resident status.

According to an announcement from Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the card was redesigned to add several …

Transitions Abroad reviews Living Abroad in Canada
August 28, 2009 – 7:30 am | Comments Off on Transitions Abroad reviews Living Abroad in Canada
Transitions Abroad reviews Living Abroad in Canada

Transitions Abroad magazine has reviewed my book, Living Abroad in Canada!

And they recommend it:

For anyone interested in living in Canada, “Living Abroad in Canada” is a well-researched and practical companion

The Northwest Territories want YOU!
August 12, 2009 – 8:45 am | Comments Off on The Northwest Territories want YOU!
The Northwest Territories want YOU!

The Government of Canada recently announced a new program to encourage immigrants — particularly entrepreneurs — to settle in the Northwest Territories.

New Provincial Nominee Program

Under the new Northwest Territories Provincial Nominee Program, …

Toronto Expat American Meetup Tuesday, July 21
July 17, 2009 – 8:30 am | Comments Off on Toronto Expat American Meetup Tuesday, July 21
Toronto Expat American Meetup Tuesday, July 21

If you’ve recently relocated from the U.S. to Toronto and want to connect with other Americans, check out the Toronto Expat American Meetup Group.

The group’s next get-together is Tuesday, July 21 at 7 pm. …

New Canadian visa requirements for Mexican citizens
July 15, 2009 – 7:05 am | Comments Off on New Canadian visa requirements for Mexican citizens
New Canadian visa requirements for Mexican citizens

Mexican citizens now need a visa to visit Canada, as new Canadian visa requirements take effect this week.

If you’re a Mexican national planning a trip to Canada — whether to go to school, …