Jennifer Basu had considered sponsoring a refugee, but didn’t think it would be possible for several years. After learning about the money being donated, she was able to gather a group of eight sponsors and within two months bring a refugee from the Middle East to Canada. Basu told CBC she is aware of the many people in the world who need somewhere to live and are being persecuted where they currently reside.

She is thankful for helping even one person to be in a safe place. Canada is a safe place for refugees and immigrants alike. Canadian Visa Professionals is your gateway to Canada. Their experienced team of experts can help you correctly complete your application for the required visa. Contact them today!

The BVOR program has been in existence for a few years, but in 2018 there was a possibility that hundreds of places in the program would not be used. The Canadian government opened up 1,500 places for refugees through the program, but by eight months into the year, less than 500 of the spaces had been filled. The empty spaces unused by the end of the year disappear. Thanks to the Vancouver Giustra Foundation, Shapiro Foundation, the University of Ottawa Refugee Hub, and Jewish Family Services, a fund was created to help community groups cover the cost to sponsor the refugees.

The goal of the fund is to fill any unused space due to lack of funds. The cost for a private sponsor to welcome a family of four through the BVOR program is close to $18,000. The federal government funds the rest of the cost. Canadian Visa Professionals has a goal to help every person wanting to relocate to Canada. Contact them for help with the immigration process.

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Education Matters

Immigrants such as Huntly Xiao are well-educated and poised to get amazing jobs in Canada with the help of Rudolph, who introduces immigrants to the various communities where there are labor gaps. Helping people find Canadian jobs they are suited for ensures that everyone wins. The Canadian Visa Professionals team of experts provides guidance for people who want to live in Canada.

Connections are Important

While anyone can go online and look for information about the various areas of Canada they can live in, having a guide like Rudolph allows them to actually speak to a person about the available jobs. This communication ensures prospective employees and residents can understand the area they may move to and begin networking.

Other participants, such as Phuntsok Chomphel and Harjeet Singh have their nerves calmed when they speak to experts about the Canadian job situation in rural areas. These connections ensure rural areas get the professional employees they need and help qualified people, like the ones assisted by Canadian Visa Professionals, find out about job opportunities they may not otherwise have known about. It’s a win-win for everyone involved.

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1. Canadian work less hours than their American counterparts.
   According to a Gallup report from 2014, American workers spend about 47 hours per week at the office. The image that Americans are workaholics is not just a stereotype! In contrast, the Canadian government reports that full-time employees spend about 36 to 40 hours per week at their jobs.
2. Canadian workers take more breaks during the day.
   In America, workers typically get one short lunch break in their workday. Canadian workers, however, are mandated to receive a 30-minute break every five hours, and a 24-hour break every week.
   
3. Canadian workers enjoy more vacation time.
   In the United States, the government does not have laws that require employers give their employees a certain amount of vacation time every year. Because of that, vacation time varies widely across jobs and most workers only receive about two weeks off per year. However, Canada requires that employees who have worked at a company for less than five years receive two weeks off and three weeks once they have worked there for more than five years.
4. French is spoken in all workplaces in Quebec.
   In Quebec, every person has the right to be served in French, and workers cannot be refused a job because they do not speak English. In America, though, workers usually must speak fluent English and service is not guaranteed in any other language.
5. Canadian parents are guaranteed time off when their children are born.
   The United States does not guarantee maternal or paternal leave for new parents. In Canada, the government requires employers to give mothers up to 15 weeks off to spend with her new baby.
   

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Immigrants Flock to Nova Scotia

Nearly 4,000 immigrants moved to Nova Scotia in 2017 alone, although even more came over in 2016 in an influx of Syrian immigrants. Because of the inclusive and immigrant-friendly attitude of most Nova Scotians, immigrants are finding this province a great place to settle and make new lives for themselves and their family. Immigration Minister Lena Diab told CBC news, “The more the merrier, as far Nova Scotia is concerned,” which is a refreshing point of view compared to the political climate in other countries in recent times.

Great Economic Opportunity for Immigrants

Canadian Visa Professionals works hard to help people receive approval for a visa and find gainful employment in Canada. Immigrants who settle in Nova Scotia enjoy much higher employment rates than the Canadian average. They are also twice as likely to work in their field if they were trained in their home country. If you would like to take advantage of this economic opportunity, contact Canadian Visa Professionals today.

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