Author: Clint Curtis

The head tax followed the building and completion of the Canadian Pacific Railway (1881-85), which brought Chinese workers to Canada. These workers were needed as a labour force but not deemed desirable as citizens because of their country of origin. Why did immigrants come to Canada in the 1900s? Between 1891 and 1914, the Canadian […]

As like-minded allies, Korea and Canada share similar views on a wide range of global issues and have been close partners in promoting peace and security around the globe, including on the Korean Peninsula and in North East Asia. Who are South Korea’s allies? South Korea has the following trade agreements: South Korea-ASEAN (Brunei, Cambodia, […]

The Government of Canada resettled more than 25,000 Syrian refugees between November 4, 2015 and February 29, 2016. Our commitment to resettling Syrian refugees to Canada continues in 2017. Breakdown by category. Refugee category Number of refugees TOTAL 44,620 How many Syrians did Canada bring? 25,000 Syrian refugeesThe Government of Canada resettled 25,000 Syrian refugees […]

As with immigrants in general, Muslim immigrants have come to Canada for a variety of reasons. These include higher education, security, employment, and family reunification. Is Islam increasing in Canada? In 20 years, the share of the Muslim population in Canada has more than doubled—up from 2.0 per cent in 2001 to 4.9 per cent […]

British colonization brought waves of Anglicans and other Protestants to Upper Canada, now Ontario. The Russian Empire spread Orthodox Christianity in a small extent to the tribes in the far north and western coasts, particularly hyperborean nomadics like the Inuit. Which religion was introduced by the British? From the end of the sixth century, missionaries […]

Canadians across the country organized parties, donned traditional British garb and planted trees over the weekend as they joined the world in celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee marking her 70 years on the throne. Did Canada celebrate Queen’s Platinum Jubilee? In 2022, Canada is celebrating the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, marking […]

Through its refugee protection system, Canada offers a safe haven to: people with a well-founded fear of persecution, and. people who are outside of their country and cannot return because of that fear of persecution. What are 3 benefits to Canada in accepting refugees? Refugees Are Good For Canada Substantial economic contributions. The economic achievements […]

Despite calls for such an honour from numerous politicians and organizations, including The Royal Canadian Legion, the anniversary of the sovereign’s accession to the throne and her coronation seven decades ago—Feb. 6, 1952, and June 2, 1952, respectively—will proceed without hardware from the federal government. Will everyone get a coronation medal? Among those eligible who […]

Most Iranians who come to Canada are educated and fluent in English. Acquiring Canadian residency through investment is also popular among wealthy Iranians. According to Canada’s 2016 census data, there were more than 210,000 Iranians living in Canada. Can Iranians move to Canada? Those looking to immigrate to Canada from Iran have the option to […]

Prime Minister of Canada Style The Right Honourable (formal) Prime Minister (informal) Abbreviation PM Member of Parliament Privy Council Cabinet Reports to Monarch (represented by the governor general) Parliament What is the proper title for the leader of Canada? Justin Trudeau (born December 25, 1971) is Canada’s 23rd Prime Minister. Who gets the title Honourable […]