June 8th, 2016
Québec’s official language is French. While many people, especially around Québec City and Montreal, speak English as well, French is still good to know as you move away from the major cities. In fact, the provincial government has official regulations to limit the use of English, in some cases, as an attempt to preserve their […]
June 8th, 2016
Ontario is the largest province in Canada by population, and the second largest, behind Québec, in total area. Ontario gets its name from Lake Ontario, which is derived from the Huron word meaning great lake. Ontario borders most of the great lakes to the south, and Québec and Manitoba on the east and west, respectively. […]
June 8th, 2016
The territory of Nunavut is Canada’s largest in terms of land mass, and the smallest in terms of population. The land stretches over northern Canada, and is about one-fifth the overall size of the country. Where is everybody? Nunavut’s population rests at approximately 31,152, which makes it one of the most scarcely populated areas in […]
June 8th, 2016
Situated on the Atlantic Ocean, Nova Scotia is one of Canada’s maritime provinces. While the sea is of great importance to the province, it is not the whole story. To get a better understanding of this wonderful province, one must first know a bit about the different cultures that have called Nova Scotia home. History Nova […]
June 8th, 2016
New Brunswick is one of Canada’s three maritime provinces. Like most provinces in Canada, the languages spoken in New Brunswick are English and French; however, it is the only province that is constitutionally bilingual. The capital of New Brunswick is Fredericton, and it has a population of 751,527, with the majority (64%) speaking English and about […]
June 8th, 2016
British Columbia: Canada’s charming province The province of British Columbia lies on the Pacific coast of Canada and is bordered by Alaska to the northwest. The region’s weather is among the most moderate in all of Canada. The winters tend to be short and mild while the summers can be warm and dry. But what really defines British […]
June 8th, 2016
Opportunity Alberta In 2012, over 5,000 new immigrants and temporary foreign workers from the United Kingdom and Ireland came to Alberta, Canada. Today, newcomers make up a large part of Alberta’s growing population of over four million people. The province’s strong economy, high standard of living and diverse culture continue to make Alberta the destination […]
June 8th, 2016
If you own a cat or dog, the good news is you can take them with you. However all other types of domestic animals, including rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, snakes and mice, are not permitted for import into Australia. Using a qualified and reputable pet relocation company can help to remove the stress and strain […]
June 8th, 2016
While it might be a romantic idea to leave everything behind and arrive in Australia ready to start your new life with only a backpack, in reality, bringing your possessions with you can help you adjust to your new life. There is something comforting about having your treasures from home, especially for children. To help […]
June 8th, 2016
Getting to Australia can feel like an adventure in itself. If you have not travelled on a long-haul flight before, use these tips to make your experience a pleasurable one. Booking flights Talk to your travel agent early about booking your flights. Many will pencil in a preliminary booking well in advance that can be […]