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“Express entry review to ease path to permanent residency for foreign students”

“The Liberal government is looking to ease some rules to make it easier for international students who have been “shortchanged” by express entry to obtain permanent residency, says Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Minister John McCallum.” http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/express-entry-international-students-1.3483347  

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“The Liberal government is moving to make it easier for international students to become permanent residents”

“The Liberal government is moving to make it easier for international students to become permanent residents once they have graduated from Canadian postsecondary institutions.” http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/ottawa-looks-to-ease-international-students-path-to-permanent-residency/article29242266/

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New Zealand and Canadian Province of Ontario Endorse New Driver’s License Exchange Agreement

“Drivers moving between Ontario and New Zealand can now exchange their valid driver’s licences upon relocation without having to take a written or road test, making it easier for new residents to get to work, school or appointments. Thanks to a new reciprocal driver’s license agreement between Ontario and New Zealand, people moving between these jurisdictions can now exchange their …

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New Zealand’s Working Holiday Visa (WHV) duration for Canadian citizens extended to 23 months!

Working Holiday Visa (WHV) for Canadian citizens aged between 18 and 35 years can now be issued for up to 23 months (as of 1 April 2015). Previous maximum of WHV for Canadian citizens was 12 months. See more information about New Zealand’s Working Holiday Visa Here >

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“Toronto, Montreal best places to live, Economist says”

“Toronto and Montreal are the world’s two best places in the world to live, the Economist says, citing a range of measures including safety, livability and cost. The ratings are included in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s latest safest cities index, in which Toronto and Montreal rank first and fourth, respectively, for safety among North American safest cities.” http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/toronto-montreal-best-places-to-live-economist-says-1.2937517  

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Canada: “Visa program opens doors to overseas talent”

“The federal government set aside about 2,750 visas a year for startup entrepreneurs and their families in the first few years of the pilot program. (They will have to live in Canada for at least three of four years before applying for full Canadian citizenship.) Immigrant entrepreneurs will have their permanent residency process fast tracked if they can secure funding …

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“Montreal’s French invasion: Why immigrants from France are moving in en masse”

“By 2013, nearly 55,000 French citizens were registered at the French consulate in Montreal, up by about 45 per cent from 2005, according to the consulate. In reality, that number is likely much higher. A consulate spokesman estimates only about half of the French in Canada register, putting the estimated number of French citizens in Montreal at about 110,000. Toronto …

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“Canada to open the door wider to ‘higher calibre’ immigrants”

“The Conservative government plans to increase immigration levels significantly as it heads into an election year in 2015.” “Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander said on Friday that Canada aims to welcome as many as 285,000 new permanent residents next year, which is the highest planned total “in recent history,” according to the Minister.” http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/canada-to-open-the-door-wider-to-higher-calibre-immigrants/article21417126

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Canada: “Express entry immigration points system revealed”

” ‘In demand’ immigrants will be in Canada within 6 months.” “Immigration Minister Chris Alexander says that with express entry, Canada will be able to select the top qualified immigrants to fill the country’s labour needs.” http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/express-entry-immigration-points-system-revealed-before-jan-1-launch-1.2852922

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“Why Canada Has The Best Reputation In The World”

“Ever wondered why Canadians put a maple leaf patch on their luggage? Perhaps it’s to maintain the “loveable Canadian” stereotype, which is further validated by the Reputation Institute’s new 2013 RepTrak report. Canada topped the list for the third time in a row this year with the best reputation in the world, far outpacing its neighbor to the south.”> http://www.ibtimes.com/why-canada-has-best-reputation-world-1343189#discussion

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