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This
page includes various links to organisations, Canadian
government assistance programs that will assist a newcomer
settling in Canada. This page is updated on regular
basis, therefore visit our this page regularly. You
can visit FAQ section
to know how to applying for SIN, opening bank account,
registering with a family doctor, applying for health
card, driving licence and much more. If you have any
an enquiry, email
us for further information.
Kijiji
- Getting
popular in Ontario region, as day passes. A collection
of various products available for sale and purchase.
Craig
List
- Another
popular website for various products availability for
sale. Refurburised items available, popular in new immigrants.
Looking for schools - looking
for school in canada
Driving
Test
-Provides
you complete information on Driving in Canada. Apply
for road test (G2 & G).
Settlement.Org
-
If you are already in Canada or about to come to Canada,
this is a must-visit website.You will find useful information
on finding job resources, sponsorship, ESL, Housing,
Health and much more.
Immigrant
Networks (Forum) -
One of the newest and prominent forums dedicated to
new immigrant problems and concerns. This forum is founded
by Mr Nick Noorani, a very well-known figure in immigrant
community in Vancouver.
Must
Known Links -
Some mandatory links which every one must know. Most
of the links is for Ontario. We are currently updating
links for other provinces.
Canada
Facts & Figures -
Statistics and figures concerning various areas about
Canada. Beneficial for citizenship test preparation.
Must Known
Links
1.
Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) - Buses,
Trains or Subways routes to take, TTC maps, travelling
passes, etc
2.
Social
Insurance Number (SIN) - The
first thing to do when landing in Ontario.
3.
Driving
License - Information
on driving courses, types of driving licenses in Ontario
and much.
Canada -
Facts & Figures
Canadian
Geography
1.
Canada
is the second largest country in the world (9,984,670
sq km).
2.
There are 33.5 million
people living in Canada.
3.
Canada is divided
into 10 provinces and 3 territories.
4.
Approximately
90 per cent of the population is located within 160
km of the US border. About 75 per cent of the total
population lives in major cities or towns.
5.
There
are over 2 million lakes in Canada (755,180 sq km of
fresh water), more lakes/inland waters than any other
country.
Canadian
Politics
1.
Canada is a "Democratic
Federation" with both Federal and Provincial levels
of Government.
2.
Federal jurisdictions include
International policies, Defense, Immigration, Criminal
Law, Customs, and Border control.
3.
Provincial jurisdictions
include health care, education, welfare and intra-provincial
transportation.
4.
The Canadian political
system was initially drafted by the "Fathers of
Confederation" in 1864, and became law in 1867
when the Constitution Act was passed.
Canadian
Economy
1.
Canada ranks among the 10 leading
manufacturing nations. Important manufacturing sectors
in Canada include food
and beverages, paper and allied products, primary metals,
fabricated metals, petrochemicals
and chemicals.
2. From
oil and gas to precious minerals, lumber, and agriculture,
the country is rich in natural resources.
3.
Agriculture,
tourism, forestry, mining, and fishing are important
economic sectors.
Canadian
Education
1.
Canada has one of the highest
educational standards among industrialized nations.
2.
Canada has both a public
and private education system.
3.
Secondary studies go up
to Grades 11, 12 or 13, depending on the province. After
secondary, students may choose
to attend university, college, or CEGEP (in Quebec).
4.
Canada has many internationally
recognized universities.
Canadian
Health Care
1.
Canada has a public health
care system that makes critical care accessible to all
Canadian citizens and Permanent
Residents.
2.
Health
care systems are run by Provincial ministries of health;
however national standards are set by the
Federal Government.
3.
There are three Provinces
that charge health care premiums (BC, Alberta &
Ontario). In the remaining Provinces and
Territories, health care is paid for through taxes.
Canadian
Culture
1.
Canada is often referred
to as a "cultural mosaic," encouraging its
immigrants and citizens to celebrate their traditions
and culture.
2.
Canadians
speak more than 200 languages.
3.
Canada's
two official languages are English and French.
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