Winter driving is a whole different beast with seemingly more snow, ice and slush every year to get in our way. While we can’t control the weather that Mother Nature throws at us, we can prepare for it to ensure safety on the roads.Winter tires are critical for road safety. “We live in Canada where the temperatures can go as low as 40 below,” says Jeff Bullock, a tire expert and spokesman for Hankook Tire. “Summer tires just can’t handle cold temperatures. They lose their grip, their stopping power and are not able to deliver the safety you get from using a proper winter tire.”Here are a few quick tips to ensure you’re prepared for any wild weather this season brings:Winter...
The grey weather, harsh snowfalls and spending too much time inside can leave one feeling restless, anxious and cause problems sleeping. Newcomers, specially, can have a hard time adjusting to shorter daylight hours. Follow these tips to get you feeling motivated and energetic. Volunteer with a local human rights organization. There are always plenty of places to choose from wherever you live. Join an organization that you feel passionate about. Through volunteering, you can gain valuable skills, such as critical thinking and organization, which can make you stand out to potential employers. Also, meeting new people can help grow your social circle. Join a book club....
When people hear how cold it can get in Canada in winter – Ottawa was declared the world’s coldest capital in January – they go brrr! But stories of how “it hurt to breathe” or how someone got frost bite within minutes of exposure to the cold are, at the end of the day, just that, stories. They don’t really prepare one for just how cold it can really get. Then when they hear of polar dips in which people jump into frigid lakes, they could be forgiven for thinking how cold can it really be. Seriously cold, is the short answer. Newcomers are advised to respect the weather and dress accordingly. The Weather Network is a reliable source of information. Based on...
Ahmed Hussen, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the Parents and Grandparents (PGP) Program interest-to-sponsor form will be available to potential sponsors starting on January 28.The launch of the 2019 PGP Program will include a new and improved intake process. Concerns from clients and stakeholders about the previous intake process have been heard and addressed, and steps have been taken to provide a first-in-first-served approach for 2019. This approach will further enhance the client experience by keeping the application process fair for all, while remaining an easy-to-access electronic method for applicants.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) funds services that help newcomers settle and adapt to life in Canada.These services include language training, information and referrals, help finding employment that matches newcomers’ skills and education, and help integrating into Canadian society.The Settlement Program and Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP) assist immigrants and refugees to overcome barriers specific to the newcomer experience (such as a lack of official language skills and limited knowledge of Canada) so that they can participate in social, cultural, civic and economic life in Canada. The programs focus on four areas: information and orientation; language...
