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Vancouver – March 2, 2019 – Vancouver Convention Centre
Calgary – April 27, 2019 – Venue to be announced
Toronto – May 25, 2019 – Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Toronto – October 19, 2019 – Metro Toronto Convention Centre
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NEWCOMERS SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT: PRASHANT KUMAR
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Prashant Kumar was working as an assistant Project Manager for IBM India when he realised he wanted to expand his understanding of the business side of the industry. After exhaustive research on courses around the world, he decided on Royal Roads University in Victoria, BC, Canada. "One phrase caught my attention: university for the working professional. This is what I was looking for; a university that understood the views, challenges, concerns, strengths and weaknesses of the professional."
When he arrived to study the Master of Global Management program, Prashant felt welcome on campus – not least because the group allowed him to collaborate closely with fellow students and thus further develop his interpersonal and intercultural skills.
Prashant is now interning at Canavans Central Appraisal in Nova Scotia as an IT Project Manager, and enjoying it, although he adds, "For an immigrant like me at the workplace in Canada, it's hard to understand the cultural differences, but my education from Royal Roads has provided me with the tools to succeed," he explained.
Congratulations, Prashant, on a successful move to Canada!
To read more about Prashant's journey, and Royal Roads University's Master of Global Management program, read our full blog post. #ImmigrationMatters
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THE INSIDER'S GUIDE TO... CELPIP TEST CENTRES
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If you’re considering moving to Canada, you have likely seen these six essential letters denoting the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program. This is the test most accepted by governments, professional organizations and educational institutes as proof of English proficiency. It is also the fastest and least expensive test approved by the IRCC.
Test sittings are available across Canada, Chandigarh, Dubai, Manila, & the USA!
CELPIP.ca hosts a range of free materials to support your practice for the test, found on their website. Find your nearest test centre or check your progress with sample questions.
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DISCOVERING CANADA: LONDON, ONTARIO
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This vibrant municipality is currently the 11th largest city in Canada and is a thriving community for business and technology. Nestled between the vast Lake Erie and Lake Huron, London is nearly equal distance between three of the biggest cities in the region: Toronto, Detroit, and Buffalo – each a 2-3 hour drive away.
Here are some of our favourite things about this bustling city:
It Takes After Its UK Namesake: Unsurprisingly named after the capital of the United Kingdom, this London is also known for preserving its history. Residents can enjoy strolling through many heritage areas, enjoy world-class art collections at Museum London, or even experience the Canadian version of Covent Garden: a buzzing market for fresh produce and eateries.
The Wilderness Is Just A Few Steps Away: Called "Forest City" for a reason, London is perfect for anyone looking for nature in urban areas. You'll find it in the expansive Victoria Park: 7.3 hectares of greenery within the city or the 330km of walking and bike paths. Just 40 kilometers away, Port Stanley offers an expansive beach and adorable harbour community alongside it to explore. And, for anyone looking for more adventure, there's the Thames Valley Trail: a 109km path that passes through the city.
There's Housing To Suit All Tastes: London homes continue to increase in value, but are still significantly less expensive than any of the major metropolitan centres. There are a range of neighbourhoods that differ in style – choose from Victorian-era homes in Wortley Village or Old East Village, to the modern neighbourhoods and energy-efficient communities such as Sifton West 5.
Entrepreneurs Belong Here: There's a sense of excitement and possibility in London – perhaps because of the roughly 20,000 entrepreneurs and startup businesses in the city. Supportive organisations such as LEDC's London INC portal can support anyone looking for training, mentorship, and even funding and space to accelerate their business.
It's A Beacon For Tech: More and more technology companies are moving to London, in part because of the balance of great spaces available for businesses and families. Already there are well over 300 digital creative companies employing more than 9,000 individuals – a number set to increase exponentially as this industry grows. HR and gaming/ software companies are also a key part of London's economic boom.
For further information about jobs and community in London, visit the London Economic Development Corporation to find out more about the city – and search for new jobs in tech and manufacturing.
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OH CANADA! THE SEASON FOR WINTER SPORTS
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Does strapping knives to your feet to fly across ice at 30 miles per hour while 200-pound athletes charge at you sound like fun? It does for thousands of Canadians who either participate in or watch ice hockey: Canada's national winter sport (lacrosse is the official summer sport).
Anyone new to Canada may notice the country's love of the sport from team flags flying from cars; colourful jerseys on adults and children alike; and restaurants and bars spilling with excited fans watching their chosen players.
The sport has a long history – and a controversial one. Both Montreal, Quebec and Windsor, Nova Scotia take credit for being the first regions to invent ice hockey, begun to our knowledge in 1800 but increasing in popularity around the 1870s. From men skating on frozen lakes in the depths of winter with frozen cow dung as the puck, the sport has come a long way! It's now worth an astonishing $11 billion annually, with more than 8,000 rinks across the country.
If this sounds like the game for you, New To Hockey offers tips for starting to play the game. For anyone interested in watching a game, the 2018/19 National Hockey League season has begun. You can find out more about the next game here.
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