As borders close to contain the spread of COVID-19, immigrants hoping to settle in Canada are seeing their long-awaited plans derailed. New Canadian Media talks to people trying to move from India to Canada, whose lives have suddenly been thrown into limbo.
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Migrants at Canada’s busiest detention centre are on a hunger strike to draw attention to crowded living conditions that could result in an outbreak. Insufficient information from Canada Border Services Agency about the coronavirus is also contributing to growing concerns among migrants.
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The lesson here is that communities will be on guard for those trying to game the system, so it’s wise not to try. So, exactly what kinds of jobs are available in these communities?
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Away from national issues of hostages, espionage and trade, China has also been blamed for local problems
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In the GTA, immigrants between 35 to 44 earn some 25% less than people born in Canada, but by the time they reach 45 to 54 they stand to earn almost 40% less than Canadian-born counterparts
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Canada remains one of the most desired destinations for the Syrian diaspora, partly based on the good reports from those who have resettled since 2015
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While Canada’s priority should be the release of captive Canadians, there are recommendations for taking a more serious view toward China regardless of the outcome
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When it comes to news, who makes the decisions behind the scenes is just as important as whose byline is on the front page
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In general, differences among the four main parties are a matter of nuance
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Muslim men, Sikh women, Christians, and most Jews are not required by their religions to display any religious symbols
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