Start-up Visa Program: Get your business idea funded

Settlement ISC Citizenship & Immigration, Settlement & Community News

On July 16, 2014 Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander welcomed the first two successful applicants under the Start-up Visa Program, which is designed to attract more entrepreneurs and create jobs for Canadians. The Start-up Visa Program launched on April 1, 2013 by Citizenship and Immigration Canada, is the first of its kind in the world! It brings together …

Important Things to Do After Arriving in Calgary

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It can be scary and confusing moving to a new country. We here at Immigrant Services Calgary have prepared a check list for you, so you will not forget a single thing. Making your life easier one bullet point at a time. Checklist for your first few weeks: • Exchange you money for Canadian currency • Find temporary accommodation • …