Education Across Borders Collective: A week before most students head back to class, Education Across Borders Collective is calling on the Quebec Education Minister to modify the law to open up schools to all children living in Quebec. , according to CBC. spokesman Alain Perron said those children were accepted to study for free following a directive by the Ministry of Education. As children across Quebec gear up for the start of the school year, close to 5,000 undocumented children in the province will be left behind, according to the Education Across Borders Collective , a Montreal-based advocacy group. The Commission scolaire de Montr al, Montreal French language school board, says fewer than five undocumented students applied for studies last year. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Sedinger Ayala: Citizenship and Immigration Canada has stayed Sheila Sedinger Ayala removal order. , according to CBC. Sedinger Ayala, 27, was initially ordered to be deported back to Mexico after her refugee claim sponsor her husband was convicted of a criminal offence. A Montreal woman facing deportation will get to stay in Canada for at least two more years. "It feels amazing," Sedinger Ayala told news. "Now I can concentrate on celebrating my daughter birthday which is this Saturday, the day I was going to be deported." (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Immigrant Settlement Association: This summer the Immigrant Settlement Association is helping seed the fourth garden in four years. The Mosaic Ministries, an independent church on Willett Street in Halifax, donated the land. , according to CBC. Monica Mussa fled war-torn Congo just seven months ago. She says the plot of land isnt big, but even half a row in the middle of a city is a welcome thing. Refugees accustomed to growing their own food in their home countries are finding garden space in their newly adopted Halifax neighbourhood. Many of the gardeners are from the South Asian country Bhutan, a Buddhist nation where prosperity is measured by the happiness of its people. The Bhutanese were the driving force behind the first garden on city land next to a bus stop. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Xavier James: Trudeau is intelligent, humane and self-confident, a Qu b cois who is devoted to Canadian unity and has the most marvellous family: a sophisticated career-minded wife, Sophie Gr goire, and three adorable young children with the interesting names that only confident parents bestow: Xavier James, Ella-Grace and Hadrien. He has an English degree from McGill, a UBC teaching degree and taught for several years. He has his fathers intellect and wit, while being more down to earth, and his mothers good looks and warmth. And the guy, a Montrealer, can wear a suit, according to The Star. If you re reading this online, check out the gif of Justin and Sophie dancing in a hallway just before his big convention speech in 2013. This is how these two shake off their spare energy; they dance like nobodys watching. But everyones watching and they like what they see and Liberal Party Leader Justin Trudeau is popular. Why wouldnt he be? But what makes some politicians attractive and others repellent? Take every word over four letters in that paragraph and you have a list of why the ruling Conservatives hate him. I didnt put the word attractive in there in case they fizzed with resentment and exploded, like when you shake a pop can and open its little metal hole. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Toronto: Torontos population is greater than the population in six of the 10 provinces. Because of our direct municipal electoral system, more people cast a vote for the citys mayor than for any other political office in the country. We believe Toronto voters need the best opportunity to scrutinize those standing for office to see how they compare, according to The Star. Following the model of our provincial and federal leaders debates, each event would be hosted by a respected senior journalist and provide equal airtime to the leading candidates as determined by the consortium. The events should take place in major venues in front of live audiences and, importantly, be carried simultaneously on each of Torontos local television channels, as well as live-streamed to the Internet and Toronto has long had a strong tradition of hosting community debates for its mayoral candidates. During the 2010 campaign, more than 80 debates were held throughout the city. These debates, typically organized by community organizations, tend to focus on specific issues as well as the concerns of local neighbourhoods. This tradition should be applauded and continue, but its also time that it evolve. This is why we are calling on Torontos media to create a debate consortium to plan and simulcast two major citywide debates during the 2014 mayoral campaign. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Lev Tahor: Of the nearly 200 members of the sect, a half-dozen families remain in Chatham, Ont., where the group has been based since November 2013. The members left in Canada include some of those who have been involved in a custody dispute with the region children services authorities for several months. the fifth estate: Lev Tahor leader Shlomo Helbran refugee case questioned Quebec officials say many more Lev Tahor children could be at risk Guatemalan judge rules Lev Tahor children can stay , according to CBC. The sect picked up and moved to Chatham from Ste-Agathe-des-Monts, Que., last November after Quebec youth protective services known by its French acronym, the DPJ initiated steps to remove 14 of the children . One of the children was a mother to a young child herself. Most of the members of the ultra-Orthodox Jewish sect Lev Tahor have moved from Canada to Guatemala amid allegations of child abuse. Radio-Canada sources said the bulk of the families began leaving Canada one by one starting in June to join some of the members involved in the custody battle who had left for Guatemala in March. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper: Speaking to reporters in Whitehorse on Thursday, Prime Minister Stephen Harper described tactics as "unspeakable barbarism." , according to CBC. "It a deplorable situation," Opposition Leader Tom Mulcair said during an event in Amherstburg, Ont., "and I think that Canada should continue to work with our allies." As attacks and atrocities from extremist group mount in Iraq, Canada political leaders have all offered strong words of condemnation. "The desire to essentially commit genocide against any group of people in the region who are different, these are shocking developments," the prime minister said. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

internment camps: During the First World War that thousands of Ukrainian immigrants were placed in internment camps in Canada for fear that they posed a threat to the country. There were 24 internment camps across Canada, four of them were in Alberta, according to CTV. She was born Mary H., no middle name. Bayrak said after the unveiling on Friday and Canadians marked a dark chapter in our countrys history this morning, as 100 plaques were unveiled across the country to mark the 100 th anniversary of the War Measures Act in Canada in the early part of the 20 th century. 17 of the plaques were unveiled in Alberta. Jerry Bayraks helped to unveil the plaque at the Ukrainian Youth Unity Complex. His mother was born in one of the internment camps, and she is the last known survivor. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

European immigrants: Memorial plaques were unveiled as part of Project Cto, Cto is the Ukrainian word for one hundred , according to CTV. When the First World War broke out, European immigrants were deemed enemies of the state and imprisoned in 24 internment camps across the country and A very special memorial was installed at Ukrainian Pioneer Park on Friday, remembering the thousands of European immigrants imprisoned in internment camps when the First World War broke out. Canada invoked the War Measures Act in 1914, providing a number of emergency measures for the country during wartime. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Canada Refugee Appeal Division: Until now, the Refugee Appeal Division of Canada Immigration and Refugee Board would only look at the process used to decide whether someone was a refugee. The RAD, as it known, wouldn't reassess the facts of the case before coming to its decision. , according to CBC. "It really is exciting that this is what this decision had concluded," said Cheryl Robinson, who represented the three applicants, who came from Kosovo. The Federal Court is giving refugees a broader basis for appeals, telling Canada Refugee Appeal Division that it can overturn a decision based on the merits of the case, rather than only if there was a mistake in the legal process. Federal Court Judge Michael Phelan, in a decision released Friday, said the RAD has the power to consider whether a decision by the Refugee Protection Division RPD is wrong rather than look at whether it was a reasonable decision to make. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

David Alward: The first stop for the Progressive Conservative bus was a remote Corridor Resources fracking well pad near Penobsquis, which David Alward used to highlight his support for shale gas development and other natural resources. David Alward urged voters to say yes to natural resource development during the Progressive Conservative Party election campaign launch on Thursday near Penobsquis, according to CBC. Shale gas was controversial during Alward first term as premier, with countless protests and road blockades across the province. But he hoping people will want the jobs and money he says will come with development. Four of New Brunswick political parties launched their campaigns Thursday for the September provincial election, hoping to woo voters with their plans and pledges. "Our team is the only party saying yes to $10 billion in short-term private sector investment. And I want to repeat those words: private sector investment through natural resource development," he said. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Lilia Ordinario Joaquin: For the 52-year-old nanny, who worked in Canada to support family back home, there was news from her lawyer: good news for once. In fact, she would call it a miracle, according to The Star. Joaquin, who had left her own apartment and is staying with friends, hasnt stopped smiling since she got the news. What was supposed to be a farewell gathering Wednesday night with supporters at the Jesus is Lord Church turned into a celebration party and Lilia Ordinario Joaquin was packing her bags early Wednesday evening, preparing for deportation back to the Philippines on Friday, when the phone rang. Canadas immigration minister, in a letter faxed to her lawyer late that afternoon, granted Joaquin an exemption from deportation. She is now allowed to stay and proceed with her permanent residence application. Her family in the Philippines will also be able to join her when they get medical and criminal clearances. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Refugee Appeal Division RAD: Fridays court decision is a setback for the Refugee Appeal Division RAD , which Ottawa implemented in 2012 as part of the Conservative governments compromise while it rolled out controversial reforms of the asylum process that drastically shortened processing timelines and limited appeals, according to The Star. If the RAD simply reviews . . . decisions for reasonableness, then its appellate role is curtailed. It would merely duplicate what occurs on a judicial review, Justice Michael Phelan wrote in a decision, released Friday, on a case involving a failed refugee family from Kosovo and A new tribunal created to hear refugee appeals must conduct its own independent assessment of facts when reviewing decisions by lower tribunals, says the Federal Court of Canada. Although the government has vowed to grant failed refugees access to a full fact-based appeal through the RAD, critics complain adjudicators on the appeal tribunal often just review the reasonableness of a refugee decision and defer to the judgment of their colleagues in the lower tribunal when it comes to fact determination. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

illegal immigrants: The sanctuary city concept is one in which a city agrees not to take action against illegal immigrants. In Canada, at least two cities Toronto and Hamilton, Ont. have declared themselves to be sanctuary cities. , according to CBC. The Canadian government rightly points out that it is important for Canadians to have faith and integrity in our immigration system. Canadian cities have an obligation to respect Canadian laws, as well as enforce and uphold these laws when required. Last week, Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander issued a statement setting out the federal government opposition to Canadian municipalities becoming "sanctuary cities" for illegal immigrants. While some immigration enforcement laws are harsh and disproportionate, the fact of the matter is immigration laws, like any law, must be followed. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Adam Beach Film Institute: New Life Ministries, which had owned the venue at Ellice Avenue and Sherbrook Street, announced the sale of the building to the Adam Beach Film Institute, Bandwidth Digital Releasing Ltd. and Simply Cooked. Adam Beach eyes film school in Winnipeg Ellice Theatre Arctic Air star takes pop-up cinemas to remote communities Adam Beach on Arctic Air , Idle No More and his film academy , according to CBC. "My career and my passion started in Winnipeg, and what I'm doing is taking all of my knowledge and experience and bringing it back. So I started the Adam Beach Film Institute to teach and train and create more jobs in Manitoba," he told News on Thursday. Canadian actor Adam Beach film school for aboriginal youth will be housed at the Ellice Cafe and Theatre building, a longtime community venue in Winnipeg West End. The film institute, a non-profit organization, will train at-risk aboriginal youth in various roles within the film industry. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

University of Ottawa: The four-day forum, which began Thursday, is concentrated around the University of Ottawa, b ut events associated with the forum will be happening throughout the city between Thursday and Sunday. , according to CBC. "These events are happening all over the place, and the social forum itself is going to feed into the pride parade on Sunday. So really, though the workshops are happening on the university campus, it an event that going to transform the downtown core," Palecek said. Ottawa is hosting what organizers are billing as the largest progressive event ever held in Canada: the Peoples Social Forum. Organizer Mike Palecek of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers describes the Peoples Social Forum as something like a Woodstock of left-wing politics. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

immigrate to Canada: Citizenship by birthright in crosshairs, Aug. 18, according to The Star. People immigrate to Canada for a variety of reasons: for adventure, to escape brutal and repressive governments, to obtain simple freedoms and hope for a better life for their family. It has always been this way and when I look at this country built by immigrants I would say that our immigration policies have been very successful and Re: Citizenship by birthright in crosshairs, Aug. 18 When I came to Canada 48 years ago I worked in an office with people from 27 countries. I thought it was fantastic to meet all those people with different cultures and values, I still do. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

David Alward: The first stop for the Progressive Conservative bus was a remote Corridor Resources fracking well pad near Penobsquis, which David Alward used to highlight his support for shale gas development and other natural resources. David Alward urged voters to say yes to natural resource development during the Progressive Conservative Party election campaign launch on Thursday near Penobsquis, according to CBC. Shale gas was controversial during Alward first term as premier, with countless protests and road blockades across the province. But he hoping people will want the jobs and money he says will come with development. Four of New Brunswick political parties launched their campaigns Thursday for the September provincial election, hoping to woo voters with their plans and pledges. "Our team is the only party saying yes to $10 billion in short-term private sector investment. And I want to repeat those words: private sector investment through natural resource development," he said. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Stephen Harper: Stephen Harper will tour a local college and make an announcement about northern research in Whitehorse on Thursday as he begins his annual trek to the North, his ninth time doing so since becoming prime minister. , according to Winnipeg Free Press. Before he began his trip, Harper made a pit stop in British Columbia, first to meet business leaders in the Fraser Valley community of Chilliwack and later to speak at a $35-a-head, campaign-style summer barbecue for the Conservative riding association in Langley. Prime Minister Stephen Harper addresses supporters during a party gathering at Krause Berry Farms in Langley, B.C., on Wednesday August 20, 2014. THE Darryl Dyck The Prime Minister Office says this year trip is meant to showcase the science, technology and research that are underway in the North. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

appeals: The panel provided hard data Thursday after facing accusations that it had suddenly stopped tracking whether appeals were being allowed or dismissed, despite doing so as recently as May. , according to Winnipeg Free Press. The tribunal defended itself, saying it simply doesn't break down the numbers according to the different types of hearings. The majority of ailing Canadians who have appealed an initial decision to deny them Canada Pension Plan disability benefits have won their appeals, the country new social security tribunal says. In documents dated Aug. 11, obtained via the Access to Information Act and provided to The Canadian Press, the federal employment ministry said it "does not track" the results of appeals held via a variety of different formats, including in-person and video teleconference proceedings. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Elina Azari: A month ago, the 26-year-old native from Tehran followed the treks of other queer refugees stranded in Turkey and joined the growing Iranian community for a new life in what some of them call Tehranto, according to The Star. I d heard a lot of good things about Toronto and how its better than any other countries in welcoming people , said Azari, a former translator and photographer, who self-identifies as a lesbian and While other Muslims pay homage to the holy city of Mecca , Elina Azari worships Toronto, the gay mecca for queer Iranians. Since 2012, more than 200 queer Iranian refugees have resettled to Canada from Turkey through Ottawas government-sponsored refugee program most of them in Toronto for its diverse community and growing Iranian diasporas at large. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Vital Signs: At least 250,000 Hamiltonians volunteer, or about 52 per cent of the population, reports Vital Signs. That above the provincial and national per capita averages of 47 and 46 per cent respectively. , according to Hamilton Spectator. In 2009, a quarter of Hamiltonians made tax-deductible charitable donations of on average $300. In contrast, only 23 per cent of Canadians donated about $270, according to Statistics Canada. Hamilton is one of the most caring and giving cities in all of Canada, and the numbers prove it. Hamiltonians also give at a higher rate than the rest of Canada. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Canada Border Services Agency: While the vast majority of people are deported to countries in Europe and the Americas, refugees who've been denied asylum continue to be sent to war-torn places like Iraq and Afghanistan as well as states with repressive regimes like North Korea and Eritrea, records provided by the Canada Border Services Agency show. , according to Hamilton Spectator. "I think this issue of deporting people to countries with atrocious human rights records is even more serious now than a few years ago," said Richard Goldman, co-ordinator of the Committee to Aid Refugees, after viewing the statistics. Canada deports more than 10,000 people every year, including some to states with "atrocious human rights records," according to newly released figures obtained by TorStar News Service. Because the citing privacy legislation does not release information about individual deportations, most Canadians only hear occasional anecdotes through the media. These figures provide a rare glimpse of the whole system that forcibly removes people from this country. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Bank of Canada: In its latest Canadian housing forecast, the bank TSX:RY says Canada current historically low interest rates are not "sustainable" and it forecasts longer-term interest rates will rise by the end of the year in anticipation of a return to tightening mode by the Bank of Canada in 2015, according to CTV. RBC describes those developments as a cooling not a crash in the housing market, which is supported by a variety of other factors, including steady immigration rates and good employment outlook and RBC Economics says higher interest rates will put a strain on the Canadian housing market in 2015 and "substantially" moderate prices increases. RBC says if current rates rise, it anticipates home resales to fall by 0.9 per cent to 463,100 units next year following an increase of 2.1 per cent to 467,200 units in 2014, while it sees home prices increasing just 1.1 per cent in 2015, compared with a jump of 4.3 per cent this year. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Canada Border Services Agency: Macdonald Scott, who represents two of the people arrested, said Canada Border Services Agency officials aggressively demanded identification from members of visible minorities during the four-hour operation last Thursday, according to CTV. "In the past, the has been invited to participate in this type of blitz when partner agencies have noticed that many drivers stopped during blitzes had immigration warrants," the agency said in an email to The Canadian Press and - A commercial vehicle safety blitz that led to the arrest of 21 people for immigration offences targeted minorities and amounts to racial profiling, a lawyer involved in the case alleged Wednesday. defended its participation in the traffic blitz, which also involved the Ontario Ministry of Transport and provincial police, but did not comment on the racial profiling allegations. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Jim Prentice: PC party memberships carry a price tag of $10 each. Analysis: Alberta next Tory premier better walk on water PC party rejects candidate call for televised debate , according to CBC. We actually confirmed the rules with the party in writing at the early stage of the campaign, Prentice replied to a question from leadership rival Ric McIver. Alberta Progressive Conservative leadership candidate Jim Prentice says that his campaign is following all the rules when it hands out party memberships for free. But Prentice, the presumed front-runner in the race to replace disgraced former premier Alison Redford, told a PC leadership forum in Edmonton Monday giving out free memberships doesnt contravene party regulations. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.