According to a recent report, the need for skilled immigrants in Ontario will go on a massive high in the upcoming years to come! The same report by Seneca College depicted that Ontario would face a major skills shortage, leaving plenty of unfulfilled positions in the lime light! The matter can only be solved by taking eligible skilled workers to Ontario!

It is good news for all those job seekers planning to make Ontario as their next employment destination. Rick Miner, former president of the college holds this belief that Ontario’s economy in future would be dominated by skill based employments! But the current education scenario, the condition of labor pool and their training makes it difficult for the province to fulfill its needs.

In addition, the aging population of Ontario’s skilled workers is making the whole condition even worse! The scenario would surely affect the companies who need skilled workers to fulfill their positions on an urgent basis!

But what will happen to those workers who lack knowledge and ample skills to fit in a particular job? The economy would be deeply affected by this factor too!

Cabinet Minister Murray Elston said that this situation would not only affect Ontario’s economy but other provinces in Canada too! Canada’s labor market would face plenty of similar challenges in the upcoming future.

Therefore, it becomes mandatory to welcome more and more skilled workers and overcome this scenario as soon as possible.

A Niagara-on-the-Lake-based culinary school was closed down over illegal operation allegation. As a matter of fact, the institute has mostly Indian students. The college was being raided after some students have made complaints about its illegal operation, including bogus certification and halting their work permits and visas. There is another allegation that students are used as ‘cheap labor’ in luxury restaurants under the school internship program!

The government law enforcement agency raided the college once they came to know about the complaints lodged by the students. Geoffrey Bray-Cotton operates this very college. Janice Bartley accompanies him in the operation, who is basically an immigration expert. She acts as the registrar and imparts classes in the college as well.

In response to the government’s action, Mr. Bray-Cotton says that he would appeal to the suspension soon. According to him, the institute has been in operation for near about one decade and during this long period it has not faced any such situation so far. Moreover, he assured that his license is being renewed every year by the ministry.

Now, forty-seven students of the institute, mostly from India are in a dilemma and hoping to come into a decision this week whether they will be studying at same college or getting a refund. Reportedly, Niagara-on-the-Lake Culinary School does not have a campus and uses some other restaurant for training purposes. After the training they are being sent to different restaurants across Ontario and Banff, Alta for six-month internship.

Here is a quick overview for all those applicants planning to study in Canada. Know about the Canadian Education System via this blog:

Under the Canada’s Constitution Act, 1867, the education system in Canada has been kept under jurisdiction of the provinces and territories. Also, the curriculum is overseen by the province. Each province is draped with a different education system, thus reflecting a diverse heritage of every province.

The education is divided into “Private Education System” and “Public Education System.” The public education is provided free of cost up to and including secondary school. Secondary education could go up to Grade 11, 12 or 13, in accordance with different province. Also, private religious schools are dealt differently in every province. It is mandatory to have education up to the age of 16, barring Ontario and New Brunswick, where the age limit is 18.

Division:

• Pre-School: Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten
• Elementary School: Grade 1 to Grade 6 (some province include Grade 7 and Grade 8 )
• Junior High School: Some provinces merge High School and Junior High School. That makes it Grade 8 to Grade 12.
• High School: Grades 9 to 12. Some provinces define it as Grade 8 to 12.
• Post Secondary Education: Students can opt for various institutions like University, University Colleges, Career Colleges or Community Colleges.

Also, the education system in Quebec is governed by the Ministry of Education, Recreations and Sports.

To know as to why Canada is one of the prospective countries to study, click here

The city of Windsor, Ontario is introducing a new program, which is instrumental in getting foreign professional their certification to work in Canada. It is a sixty-five week program, a venture by the Ontario’s provincial government and Canadian federal government.

The significant program for foreign professionals is being offered at the University of Waterloo through the Odette School of Business. Initially, the program was started with a number of twenty-five students. The government expects to increase the number of students to sixty-five for the next term, since the program is now officially approved.

In order to be eligible to attend the program, students are required to hold international degrees. In addition, they should have work experience in accounting, finance or economics. In the course of the program, students may be required to study English, hone their skills in computer and attend university-level business classes. The program ends with written exams. Students would require to appear in exams in order to gain their certification.

The program has already helped many students with international and work experience gain employment in Canada. The Ontario government is now more hopeful to help immigrants find employments. It would help talented and skilled immigrants choose their right career options and get success in the their respective fields!

The new program for foreign professionals is part of Ontario government’s plan to help talented people engage in their fields of interest and find appropriate career opportunities! With the inception of this program, we hope Canada would attract more and more immigrants in search of better opportunities!

Lloyd Banks, the famous American rapper was recently detained in Canada for allegedly robbing a Canadian concert promoter. He was there to perform at the NV club in Brantford, Ontario. According to reports by MTV News, Banks was freed on January 13th and was given the permission to leave for the United States. The dispute was regarding some finance issue after which Banks and his associate were arrested on January 9th, around 5:30 a.m.

The police cleared that Banks along with other three men had a dispute with the show promoter after which they ended up beating him in the hotel room.

Banks earlier posted a bond of $50,000 bond while other three associates paid a bond of $25,000 each, after which two men were given acceptance to return to the US while Banks and Sloane were kept in custody.

His lawyer, Patrick J. Ducharme, cleared that Banks was granted the right to go back to the US on January 13th, after his hearing. Also, Sloane is still in the custody of the Immigration officers

The recent clearly points out in the direction that Immigration rules remain same for everyone. No matter whether you are a celebrity or a common man, every immigrant has to pass through the stringent measures created by the government of every country. Also the application process is decked with some serious regulations, for which assistance from an Immigration expert becomes a must!

The Canadian city of North Bay is introducing a new online portal that would give prospective immigrants intending to go Canada necessary information about North Bay and its immigration process. All overseas immigrants to Canada would have access to this immigration information portal. This will guide them at all stages of the immigration process.

Now collecting information about immigration and settlement services, as well as other resources in North Bay is just a click away. All you immigrants need to do is to enter the website and you will have all the information you have been looking for. If you are intending to immigrate to North Bay in the near future, then you are lucky to have this website. It will assist you all the way, right from the applying for a visa to settling down in North Bay.

The inception of the online portal is part of Ontario government’s strategy to attract more overseas talents to the state, thereby helping the state in its economic development plans. Ontario’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister, Michael Chan said that their economy needs more overseas skills and talents. The government is hoping to attract the international talents in order to strengthen Ontario’s economy. Indeed, the website will come in handy for newcomers and assist them during every phase of the immigration process.

The website basically focuses on the resources that are specific to North Bay. It also provides information regarding the city’s Immigration Attraction and Retention programs. The portal was launched on January 11, 2009.

The uniqueness of Ontario makes it one of the hottest choices when it comes to spending time with your loved ones. Ontario can serve as a romantic honeymoon destination for you to cuddle your beloved in your arms. Also, the place has the capacity to be applauded as an amazing adventure destination for all the thrill-loving geeks out there. For those who want both, Ontario is the place for all of them.

Let us start with the ‘adventure’ factor first. The unforgettable outdoors of, the majestic wildlife, amazing beauty and plenty of adventure to perform, Ontario is decked with some of the never forgetting moments for you. Gear up yourself and fasten your seat belts for some of the stupendous activities like cycling, hiking, water adventures, snow adventures, arts and wonders, rail adventures, to name a few. You name it and Ontario has it!

Fishing is Ontario’s USP when it comes to offering some of the relaxing and soothing activities. The scenic beauty of Ontario adds cherry on the cake for your adventure holiday!

Now let us talk about the romantic aspect of Ontario. Every place becomes romantic when you have ample love in your relationship! The Canadian winters act as a cherry on the cake to provide you with a perfect excuse to hug your beloved and cuddle her in your arms! It is not just about making the gateways romantic, but having fun at the same time. Starting from cottages, resorts, hotels, motels, secluded cottages, hot-tub in the mountain resort, etc., couples have plenty of options to choose from. Make every moment worth living in Ontario during your stay in this majestic place. Visit Ontario to witness various festivals and places like Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, the Royal Canadian Henley, Canadian National Exhibition, Highland Games, Southwold Earthworks National Historic Site, Casa Loma, to name a few. In addition, Peterborough Lift Lock, The Big Nickel, Casa Loma, and Niagara Falls are some of the most popular tourist destinations for love birds.

Do all those things that please your beau and create some of the best moments in life with her. Don’t panic as to what to pack and what not to pack. Winters are chilling, so stuff as much attires as you can. With its majestic lakes and water bodies, awesome natural wonders, forests and beaches, Ontario leaves no stone unturned in making your holiday a perfect dream vacation for you!

Recently, British Columbia came out with the “Enhanced” Driver’s license, which enables them to enter the US premises (while a passport at the airport is a must). Till now, the concerned licenses were given issued to five hundred Canadian citizens under the Beta format. These residents were the ones born in British Columbia and the activity was for the purpose of “testing.”

If the results come out to be in a successful manner, Canadian residents who are decked with legal driving license would be given new licenses all over the British Columbia.

Other provinces are showing their intentions of implementing this technology. For instance, Quebec has recently made an announcement that they have their sole interest in coming out with High Tech licenses, along with other places like Manitoba and Ontario holding the same intentions.

RFID Driver’s License, the new High Tech Driver License would enable the residents of Quebec to enter the US premises through land or water, however they will need a passport at the airport, just like Enhanced” Driver’s license for the residents of British Columbia.

The enhanced license is attired with high tech systems that enable the border officials to match the data of the cardholder with that of the info that is mentioned in the official database. Some of the information may be linked with the address proof, date of birth and name, the same essentials that are present in a passport. This all can be detected via a code, rather than having the whole information on the card. The code certainly protects the privacy of the card holder in a major way.

People wishing to move to Canada are always eager to know as to what all is in store for them in the new country. Internet forms one of the most common mediums of surfing information for all the topics. Here are some of the useful websites and links for all the immigrants moving to Canada:

Ontario – www.gojobs.gov.on.ca : Know everything you want to know about Ontario and other facets linked with it through this website. It is advanced by the Government of Ontario.

Quebec - www.quebecjobs.com : Planning to move and work in Quebec? There is no better website than this to surf for all the information related with getting employment in Quebec.

Saskatewan – www.saskjobs.com : Saskatchewan is a good place for people planning to migrate to a prospective destination. Click on this link to know about your various career options, recruiters and other aspects.

Alberta - www.jobs.alberta.ca : It is the Jobs Website of Government of Alberta. Interested applicants can explore the possibilities for their future through this website.

Newfoundland - www.gov.nf.ca/psc/jobs/entry.htm : It is an online job portal for immigrants planning to move to Newfoundland.

Canada: www.canadajobs.com : The site is attired with all the information you want to know about finding the right jobs in Canada and how to prepare for the same.

Click on these links to know about the current news happening in the Canadian Immigration world:

Stringent Measures by CIC: http://blog.abhinav.com/stringent-measures-by-cic-to-safeguard-foreign-temporary-workers/

Immigration Benefactors – Canadian Small Towns! : http://blog.abhinav.com/immigration-benefactors-%E2%80%93-canadian-small-towns/

The information on websites are helpful to a certain extend. For further clarification, it is advised that the applicants must hire the services of an Immigration adviser and go for a smooth application process.

Presuming Canada as just another version of the USA would not be right! Canada has its own splendid destinations that are enough to mesmerize anyone visiting the place alone or with loved ones.

The merge of British and French traditions add on to the diversity and create a perfect ambiance for you to enjoy! An exclusive combination of relaxed country life and extensive advanced culture, the never ending excitement in Ontario is surely a must for everyone to witness at least once in lifetime. And the one visiting the country would surely want to come back here again and again. Just consult a visit visa consultant to avoid any further delay in your application process.

However pleasure and delight are not the only reasons for which people visit Canada. With a gamut of business and investment opportunities, medical facilities, educational aspects, Canada is a perfect option for you when it comes to choosing your travel destination. The country is decked with a plethora of cultures with immigrants coming in from all over the world, making it a perfect multicultural place. The Canadian natural vistas hold the power to take you into an altogether different world, away from this materialistic and conventional surroundings.

Additionally, the sensual delight associated with places like Vancouver and Quebec, Canada, with its freezy climate serves as an awesome honeymoon destination. Vancouver, with its fresh oceanic winds and amazing mountains is one of my favorite destinations in Canada. Besides awe-inspiring sceneries, the city provides delight to every sports lover in the form of various activities like golfing, skiing, to name a few.

An article on Canada is never complete without the mention of Niagara Falls.  The romance lives in watching the splendid falls with your beau! The area is arrayed with several eating outlets and recreational activities too. So what are you waiting for? Visit Canada today!