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What about Nova Scotia?
June 9, 2009 – 8:33 am | Comments Off on What about Nova Scotia?
What about Nova Scotia?

Looking for a home — or a second home — near the water?

If you’re considering eastern Canada, have a look at this recent New York Times real estate feature about the town of …

Where to travel in Canada this summer
June 5, 2009 – 8:12 am | Comments Off on Where to travel in Canada this summer
Where to travel in Canada this summer

Looking for ideas for summer travel in Canada?

Whether you’re a newcomer looking to explore your adopted country, or if you’re just heading out for a summer holiday, the Globe and Mail’s recent Canada travel …

Oh…Canada (the hiphop version)
May 27, 2009 – 8:48 am | Comments Off on Oh…Canada (the hiphop version)
Oh…Canada (the hiphop version)

Canada’s national anthem, O Canada, isn’t that old. In fact, it’s been the country’s official anthem only since 1980.

But if “Our home and native land” is sounding a bit stodgy to you, check …

Why are more Americans studying in Canada? The answer is spelled M-O-N-E-Y.
May 25, 2009 – 12:39 pm | Comments Off on Why are more Americans studying in Canada? The answer is spelled M-O-N-E-Y.
Why are more Americans studying in Canada? The answer is spelled M-O-N-E-Y.

American brains, Canada’s gain,” trumpeted the headline of a recent Globe and Mail story.

This article reported that “at a time when many U.S families are finding they have fewer dollars than they …

Less Traveled Canada
May 11, 2009 – 8:14 am | Comments Off on Less Traveled Canada
Less Traveled Canada

Many people who relocate to Canada end up in one of the cities, with Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Calgary drawing the largest number of expats.

But whether you’re looking for a place to settle, or