For decades, isolating inmates for long periods of time was standard practice in Canadian prisons. The federal government called it “administrative segregation.” What is administrative segregation? The purpose of Administrative Segregation (Ad Seg) is to temporarily remove an incarcerated individual from the general population until a timely and informed decision can be made about appropriate […]
Category: Canada
Who Were The Enemy Aliens In Canada?
“Enemy alien” was the term used to describe citizens of states legally at war with the British Empire, and who resided in Canada during the war. These included immigrants from the German Empire, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the Ottoman Empire and Bulgaria. Who were considered enemy aliens? During times of war, all natives, citizens, denizens, or […]
What Is Solitary Confinement Like In Canada?
Dry celling is a cruel practice whereby a person in prison who is suspected of carrying contraband is held in an isolation cell under direct observation, without running water, with the lights on 24/7, and with limited human contact (including to legal counsel). Does Canada practice solitary confinement? Officially, solitary confinement has been abolished in […]
Can Americans Go To Grad School In Canada?
There are two important requirements for international students applying to study in Canada: language proficiency and sufficient finances. Both English and French are spoken in Canada, with the latter being the official language throughout the Québec province, and Canadian universities offer courses in both tongues. Is it possible for an American to go to college […]
Where Do Most Brazilians Live In Canada?
Over 50% of Brazilians in Canada live in Ontario, while 26% reside in Quebec, and 13% in British Columbia. Where do most Brazilian immigrants live? Statistics Brazilian Diaspora per Consulate in 2020 Place Consulate Population 1 Boston 360,000 2 New York City 450,000 3 Miami 410,000 How many Brazilians live in Canada? Today there is […]
How Were Minorities Treated During Ww1 In Canada?
In the First World War, Black men faced barriers when trying to enlist in the Canadian military. It was dubbed the “white man’s war.” But that didn’t last long. In 1916, amid shortages, they were segregated into a battalion and given non-combat duties. How did ww1 affect Canadian minorities? They had to carry ID documents […]
Does Canada Use Recycled Water?
Water recycling means treating water and returning it back into the same process. Industrial water recycling is fairly common in Canada with many industries recirculating cooling water and boiler feed. Which country has the best water recycling system? Israel is the world leader in wastewater recycling. Nearly 90% of wastewater in Israel is treated for […]
Which Country Students Study In Canada?
Top ten origin countries of study permit holders with a valid permit in Canada in 2021 Characteristic Number of international students India 217,410 People’s Republic of China 105,265 France 26,630 Iran 16,900 How many foreign students study in Canada? Number of students Year IRCC GAC 2016 410,400 523,971 2017 494,525 – 2018 558,957 721,000 2019 […]
How Much Does It Cost To Study High School In Canada?
Cost of high school in Canada Public secondary or high school is free in Canada for residents of the country. Many schools charge fees for international students, which can range from approximately CAD 8,000 to CAD 14,000 per year. Can I study high school in Canada? The country actively welcomes and supports international students at […]
What Does Canada Do With Human Waste?
Human waste is treated at the city’s sewage plant. Most of the waste, or bio-solids, is incinerated and rest is spread over farmland. But, in the wake of Walkerton’s E-coli water contamination, some are wondering if human waste can’t also contaminate water sources. What do they do with human waste? The most common sludge treatments […]