Canada as a Retirement Destination: Visa Requirements for Canada. At present there are no formal retirement visas available in Canada and people who are specifically looking to retire in this country will need to either gain sponsorship from a family member who is already living there or apply for an investment visa. Can I immigrate […]
Author: Muriel Schmidt
Did The French And British Fight Over Canada?
One hundred and fifty years of French-British conflict in North America ended in the Seven Years’ War and the British conquest of Canada. The Seven Years’ War began when a combined French-First Peoples force expelled British colonists from the Ohio valley in 1754. When did France and Britain fight for control of Canada? When did […]
What Wolf Is Native To Canada?
Current Wolf Population, Trend, Status Legal status: The gray wolf is a game species in most of Canada. The “Algonquin” or eastern wolf is listed as a Species of Special Concern under Canada’s Species At Risk Act (SARA) and is protected. What is a Canadian wolf? The northwestern wolf (Canis lupus occidentalis), also known as […]
What Is The New Brunswick Low Income Tax Reduction?
As previously announced, for the 2021 taxation year, the provincial personal income tax rate on the first tax bracket was reduced to 9.4 per cent from 9.68 per cent and the Low-Income Tax Reduction (LITR) threshold increased to $17,840 from $17,630. What is low income tax reduction in NB? You can claim a basic reduction […]
How Likely Is It To See A Bear In Canada?
Bears are a common sight in Canada, home to 60% of the worlds entire bear population. The three species of bears native to Canada are the grizzlies, black and polar bears. How common are bear encounters in Canada? Surprisingly, there are very few bear attacks in Canada. There is often less than one every year. […]
Where Can I Interact With Wolves In Canada?
Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary offers a variety of tours to the public. The purpose of our tours is to educate the public on wolfdogs and raise awareness regarding wolf conservation. All proceeds from the tours directly fund the Sanctuary and its continued rescue efforts. Where can I interact with wolves in Ontario? About 3 hours north […]
What Was The Difference Between Upper And Lower Canada?
The names “upper” and “lower” come from their position along the St. Lawrence River. Upper Canada was up river, closer to the source and Lower Canada was down river, closer to the mouth of the great waterway. To travel “up river” you had to paddle against the current. What was considered Upper and Lower Canada? […]
What Baked Goods Are Recalled In Canada?
Bakery products recalled in Canada over plastic in products Brand Product Size Enjoy Life Soft Baked Cookies – Chocolate Chip 170 g Enjoy Life Soft Baked Cookies – Double Chocolate Brownie 170 g Enjoy Life Chewy Bars – Chocolate Chip and Caramel 165 g Enjoy Life Breakfast Ovals – Chocolate Chip and Banana 250 g […]
What Food Group No Longer Exists On The New Canada Food Guide?
CANADA: New food guide no longer lists milk and dairy as a distinct food group. OTTAWA — Canada’s new food guide does away with food groups and portion sizes, focusing instead on broader guidelines that include eating more plant-based protein and drinking more water. What food group is missing from the new Canada’s food guide? […]
Which Fish Is Available In Canada?
List Common name Scientific name Rainbow trout Oncorhynchus mykiss Common carp Cyprinus carpio carpio Fathead minnow Pimephales promelas Channel catfish Ictalurus punctatus What fish can you eat in Canada? Salmon, tuna, shrimp, cod, and crab are the most frequently consumed seafoods in Canada. Of these, salmon and tuna are the highest in omega-3 fat, which […]