anita khanna: The report was authored by a coalition of poverty and immigration advocacy groups who say impoverished children and women living in precarious situations after arriving in Canada are being made more vulnerable by being denied access to this financial help, according to Vancouver Courier. Children who are in families who have immigrated to Canada recently have various other barriers related to race and language ... and poverty rates are higher and disproportionate among immigrant families, said Anita Khanna, national co-ordinator of Campaign 2000, an advocacy organization dedicated to ending child poverty in Canada. If Canada is truly committed to fighting child poverty it must reverse this discriminatory approach and take steps to ensure that all children in Canada can thrive and succeed. To see this exclusion from this poverty-fighting benefit is a real equity issue and one we wanted to highlight in hopes of change in lowering child poverty rates for families. Expanding access to these families would cost government an additional 30 million a year in a program that pays out more than 20 billion annually, the coalition estimates. Rough estimates based on preliminary data suggest about 3,000 families are excluded from the Canada Child Benefit based on their immigration status. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

cease-fire rouhani: While Putin called for the total annihilation of terrorists in Syria, he left open the possibility of a cease-fire, according to Vancouver Courier. Rouhani as well spoke of cleansing the Idlib region of terrorists, while also noting the need of protecting civilians. The trilateral summit in Tehran involving Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan puts further pressure on the rebel forces still operating in Syria's northwestern Idlib province, including about 10,000 hard-core jihadists and al-Qaida-linked fighters.article continues below Trending Stories It left the chance, however slim, for further diplomacy to try to separate civilians and rebels from the Islamic militants in Idlib. Turkey, which backed opposition forces against Syrian President Bashar Assad, fears a military offensive will touch off a flood of refugees and destabilize areas it now holds in Syria. Idlib isn't just important for Syria's future; it is of importance for our national security and for the future of the region, Erdogan said. Ankara also has hundreds of troops manning 12 observation posts in Idlib. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

immigration status: The program provides tax-free monthly payments of 541 for children under six and 457 per child aged six to 17, according to National Observer. Avvy Go says it doesn't make sense to deny assistance on the basis of immigration status of parents. The report titled Every Child Counts says eligibility requirements for the Canada Child Benefit are discriminatory. It estimates that as many as 3,000 families are ineligible because they await refugee status or have had temporary resident status in Canada for fewer than 18 months. Despite the federal government's poverty reduction efforts, many families stay suspended in poverty while they wait for the residency status required by the Canada Revenue Agency, the report says. Among them are parents who are working and paying taxes. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

movie bonanza: September 7 with Boniface, Odetta Hartman at the Garrison 1197 Dundas West . Doors 7 pm. 15. ticketfly, rotate, International Film Festival The 43rd annual movie bonanza is underway and NOW is all over it, according to NOW Magazine. Check out this week's cover story on Riz Ahmed here, our directory of reviews here and our dedicated TIFF 2018 page here. Their catchy tunes are both punchy and sprawling, evoking a wildly exciting time of self-discovery and travel with sharp and smart lyrics. September 6-16. Pluralist Citizenship And Its Enemies John Ralston Saul talks up citizenship in the era of populism & ethnic nationalism. Various venues. 18- 82. tiff.net. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

party leaders: Those who fail would not be granted permission to stay and would be considered to be in the country illegally, he said, according to National Observer. Legault said most people should pass easily, but he's open to offering an extension or exemption to seniors or those with learning disabilities. After two weeks of campaigning nearly devoid of language talk, the issue jumped into the spotlight on Day 16 as party leaders responded to Francois Legault's proposals with differing visions on how best to integrate immigrants into French-speaking Quebec. ; Speaking early Friday, Legault said new immigrants would be given a temporary permit upon entry and then have three years to take free language courses and pass a basic French-language test. I will be open to accommodations, if someone has learning difficulties, he told reporters. I want to be human. Of course we won't ask them for the same. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

administration officials: Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen speaks to George Washington University's Center for Cyber and Homeland Security, in Washington on Wednesday, according to Toronto Star. The Trump administration is planning to circumvent a longstanding court agreement on how children are treated in immigration custody. Homeland Security officials said that ending the so-called Flores agreement of 1997 will speed up the handling of asylum requests while also deterring people from illegally crossing the Mexican border. That means families will be kept in detention longer. It would instead adopt regulations that administration officials say will provide care of minors, but allow changes to deter migrants illegally crossing the border. Homeland Security announced Thursday it would terminate the agreement, which requires the release of immigrant children generally after 20 days. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

bmw x: And completely unsurprisingly it's now been spotted undergoing testing at the Nurburgring in Germany, according to CTV. As well as being an obvious threat to the BMW X6, the new Cayenne coupe will also take aim at the Mercedes GLE coupe. One of the latest, and perhaps most eagerly awaited newcomers to the SUV coupe genre, is the upcoming Porsche Cayenne coupe. When BMW first came up with the SUV coupe concept it was met with more than a little derision from some quarters, but buyers have taken to the new segment in considerable numbers and now it seems every manufacturer is getting in on the act. The coupe version will therefore expand the offering, and considering the appeal of the Porsche brand, this is a model that's going to be in considerable demand. The current Cayenne lineup is relatively limited as there's just one body style with a choice of petrol and hybrid powerplants. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

box office: It is also the first major studio film since the 25-year old Joy Luck Club to feature an all-Asian cast, according to Toronto Star. Crazy Rich Asians has been so popular that it seems to have inspired more people to consider a vacation to Singapore, where the story is set. Crazy Rich Asians almost topped 120 million in the box office this past Labour Day weekend, putting it on the path to becoming the most successful romantic comedy in Hollywood in nearly 10 years. Sanja Bucko / Warner Bros. Searches for flights from Vancouver to Singapore increased by 90 per cent in the two weeks since Crazy Rich Asians came out, according to Expedia. Pictures The movie has been so popular in cities like Vancouver that it seems to have inspired more people to consider a vacation to Singapore, where the story is set. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

flores agreement: The move angered immigrant rights advocates and is all but certain to trigger a court battle, according to CTV. It is sickening to see the United States government looking for ways to jail more children for longer, said Omar Jadwat, director of the ACLU's Immigrants' Rights Project. Homeland Security officials said that ending the so-called Flores agreement of 1997 will speed up the handling of asylum cases while also deterring people from illegally crossing the Mexican border. And it's yet another example of the Trump administration's hostility toward immigrants resulting in a policy incompatible with the most basic human values. For decades, because of those restrictions, many parents and children caught trying to slip into the country have been released into the U.S. while their asylum requests wind their way through the courts -- a practice President Donald Trump has decried as catch-and-release. The Flores agreement requires the government to keep children in the least restrictive setting possible and to release them generally after 20 days in detention. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

omar jadwat: The move angered immigrant rights advocates and is all but certain to trigger a court battle, according to The Chronicle Herald. It is sickening to see the United States government looking for ways to jail more children for longer, said Omar Jadwat, director of the ACLU's Immigrants' Rights Project. Homeland Security officials said that ending the so-called Flores agreement of 1997 will speed up the handling of asylum requests while also deterring people from illegally crossing the Mexican border. And it's yet another example of the Trump administration's hostility toward immigrants resulting in a policy incompatible with the most basic human values. For decades, because of those restrictions, many parents and children caught trying to slip into the country have been released into the U.S. while their asylum requests wind their way through the courts a practice President Donald Trump has decried as catch-and-release. The Flores agreement requires the government to keep children in the least restrictive setting possible and to release them generally after 20 days in detention. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

amusement park: Rating NMovies that harm children to warrant a bloody revenge plot get me pretty worked up, according to NOW Magazine. Do we really need to go there just to find satisfaction when an antihero fillets bad men Peppermint goes a step further. Opens Friday September 7 . See listing. At a time where Donald Trump is calling MS-13 gang members rapists and animals to stoke far and wide immigration fears, the movie's opening act pits a wholesome, hardworking white family against a savage Latino cartel. At an amusement park! On her birthday! While she's holding an ice cream cone! Animals!The culprits giddily laugh as Riley has a public meltdown after a bought justice system lets them off the hook for insufficient evidence. Jennifer Garner's Riley North watches as three gang members murder her husband and young daughter. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

flores agreement: Wanna buy some cheddar ' Inside Vancouver's black market for cheese Central Park Vancouver public golf courses house bats Measles case reported on B.C. ferry sailing linked to Metro Vancouver high school The move angered immigrant rights advocates and is all but certain to trigger a court battle, according to Vancouver Courier. It is sickening to see the United States government looking for ways to jail more children for longer, said Omar Jadwat, director of the ACLU's Immigrants' Rights Project. Homeland Security officials said that ending the so-called Flores agreement of 1997 will speed up the handling of asylum requests while also deterring people from illegally crossing the Mexican border.article continues below Trending Stories Rebranding of Save on Meats proprietor raises questions'Psst. And it's yet another example of the Trump administration's hostility toward immigrants resulting in a policy incompatible with the most basic human values. For decades, because of those restrictions, many parents and children caught trying to slip into the country have been released into the U.S. while their asylum requests wind their way through the courts a practice President Donald Trump has decried as catch-and-release. The Flores agreement requires the government to keep children in the least restrictive setting possible and to release them generally after 20 days in detention. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

park vancouver: Arthur LeBlanc was heavy on a list of past measures by the Liberal government of Stephen McNeil, highlighting the province's success in attracting more immigrants and technology company start ups.article continues below Trending Stories Rebranding of Save on Meats proprietor raises questions'Psst, according to Vancouver Courier. Wanna buy some cheddar ' Inside Vancouver's black market for cheese Central Park Vancouver public golf courses house bats Measles case reported on B.C. ferry sailing linked to Metro Vancouver high school Just a few lines of the 12-page speech noted new legislation or programs. The speech read by Lt.-Gov. The government's program for the fall session includes plans to introduce fresh legislation to improve road safety, and to push for reduced trade barriers between provinces in the fall session. He also said he'll focus on inter-provincial trade issues including the sale of liquor. McNeil later clarified that road safety laws will include measures to address cannabis impairment while driving, and will take bicyclists, drivers and pedestrians into account. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

seniors: He is an excellent member of the legislature, according to National Observer. But until we get light on the accusations he won't sit in caucus. I hope he is re-elected, Lisee told reporters. The candidate was arrested July 13, but Lisee said he only found out about it toward the end of August. Those who choose to do so would get a tax break, he said. Earlier on Wednesday, Liberal Leader Philippe Couillard promised seniors that if he is re-elected, they would able to suspend or postpone their pensions until the age of 75 if they wanted to continue working or return to their jobs. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

things sadness: Not because of pride, incapacity, or arrogance, but simply because they lead you nowhere, according to NOW Magazine. I endorse his advice for your use, Gemini. To get you in the mood, here's a list of sadnesses from novelist Jonathan Safran Foer sadness of the could-have-been; sadness of being misunderstood; sadness of having too many options; sadness of being smart; sadness of awkward conversations; sadness of feeling the need to create beautiful things; sadness of going unnoticed; sadness of domesticated birds; sadness of arousal being an unordinary physical state; sadness of wanting sadness.TAURUS Apr 20 May 20 Do you have any feral qualities lurking deep down inside you Have you ever felt a mad yearning to communicate using howls and yips instead of words When you're alone, do you sometimes dispense with your utensils and scoop the food off your plate with your fingers Have you dreamed of running through a damp meadow under the full moon for the sheer ecstasy of it Do you on occasion experience such strong erotic urges that you feel like you could weave your body and soul together with the colour green or the sound of a rain-soaked river or the moon rising over the hills I ask these questions, Taurus, because now is an excellent time to draw on the instinctual wisdom of your feral qualities.GEMINI May 21 Jun 20 Close some doors today, writes novelist Paulo Coelho. In my astrological opinion, you'll be wise to practice the rough but fine art of saying NO. It's time for you to make crisp decisions about where you belong and where you don't; about where your future fulfillment is likely to thrive and where it won't; about which relationships deserve your sage intimacy and which tend to push you in the direction of mediocrity.CANCER Jun 21 Jul 22 To casual observers you may seem to be an amorphous hodgepodge, or a simmering mess of semi-interesting confusion, or an amiable dabbler headed in too many directions at once. What's closer to the symbolic truth about you is an image described by poet Carolyn Forch grapes that are ripening in the fog. But in my opinion, casual observers would be wrong in that assessment. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

atlantic region: A new study from the BDC says 50 per cent of small and medium-sized businesses in Atlantic Canada are up against a labour shortage, especially in sectors like construction and manufacturing, according to Toronto Star. Andrew Vaughan / The Canadian Press File That puts the Atlantic region ahead of British Columbia at 45 per cent as well as the national average of 39 per cent. According to Labour Shortage Here to Stay, a survey of 1,208 entrepreneurs released Wednesday by the Business Development Bank of Canada BDC 50 per cent of small to medium-sized businesses in the Atlantic region reported difficulty hiring new employees. Pierre Cl roux, BDC's chief economist, said in an interview he was not that surprised to see Atlantic Canada come out on top because during visits with employers this summer he often heard that they have a very tough time hiring people. Article Continued Below It's a bit worse in the Atlantic provinces because over the last decade a lot of young people left the region to work in the west part of the country. As for the reason, Cl roux said Atlantic Canada is facing a more severe version of a problem emerging across the country an aging population. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

atlantic: In an interview, Cl roux said the labour shortage in Atlantic Canada is not likely to improve for at least 10 years, according to The Chronicle Herald. I think it is the nature of the job market in Atlantic Canada . Although the unemployment rate is going down a little bit, not that much, finding people with the right skills is rare. And as hard as it may be to believe, considering the chronic high unemployment in this region, Cl roux said a BDC study released Wednesday shows the problem is more acute in Atlantic Canada than in any other region in the country. That's the reality in the four provinces, he said. Although Nova Scotia is doing a good job welcoming immigrants and supporting them, he said many entrepreneurs are missing an opportunity by not turning to underutilized segments of the labour force to fill their hiring needs, such as immigrants who are often overlooked as a talent pool. The survey of businesses found that 50 per cent of companies in Atlantic Canada are having difficulty hiring new employees, the highest of any region in Canada and much greater than the national average of 39 per cent. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

police brutality: The ad includes footage of Davies scoring a goal for Canada's men's soccer team as Kaepernick says if you're born a refugee, don't let it stop you from playing soccer for the national team at age 16, according to The Chronicle Herald. The Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder was born in a refugee camp in Ghana after his parents fled the Liberian civil war, and the family immigrated to Canada when he was five. A two-minute commercial released online Wednesday has the former NFL quarterback speaking about athletes overcoming adversity to achieve greatness. Kaepernick became a lightning rod by kneeling during the U.S. national anthem as a protest against racial injustice and police brutality. Even if it means sacrificing everything. Now out of football, the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback is pursuing a collusion grievance against the NFL. The ads feature Nike's trademark 'Just Do It' slogan alongside the quarterback's face and the words Believe in something. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

police officers: On the video, LeBlanc repeatedly questions the truth of various statements from the 48-year-old Raymond, and his tendency to rely on the internet as a source for his assertions, according to CTV. Raymond is alleged to have fired down upon four people from his apartment window with a long gun, killing two civilians as they loaded a car for a trip and two police officers who responded to the scene on Aug. 10. The seven-and-a-half minute interview with Matthew Raymond was filmed on June 3, 2017, by blogger Charles LeBlanc, who said Wednesday he only recently realized who he had spoken to. In the video, Raymond states that Muslim immigrants in St. The Canadian Press can find no record of a cross removal, though five years ago a high school removed a crucifix from the side of a building. John's, N.L., had successfully demanded the removal of a cross from a church, citing the internet as his source. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

police officers: Matthew Vincent Raymond, charged with four counts of first degree murder, arrives at provincial court in Fredericton on Monday, Aug. 27, according to Toronto Star. A video has emerged of Raymond making false statements about Muslim immigrants, while wearing a sandwich board with statements opposing Sharia Law. The seven-and-a-half minute interview with Matthew Raymond was filmed on June 3 in front of the legislature by blogger Charles LeBlanc. Andrew Vaughan / THE CANADIAN PRESS Raymond, 48, is alleged to have fired down upon four people from his apartment window with a long gun, killing two civilians as they loaded a car for a trip and two police officers who responded to the scene on Aug. 10. John's, N.L., had successfully demanded the removal of a cross from a church, citing the internet as his source. In the video, Raymond falsely states that Muslim immigrants in St. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

report: As a result, the Governor in Council could not rely on the Board's report and recommendations when assessing the Project's environmental effects and the overall public interest, according to Rabble. Not to diminish the efforts of Indigenous peoples, environmental groups, politicians with integrity, and citizens from all walks of life who stood strong for protection of land, air, water and climate -- but it's interesting that the whales we're trying to save may have saved us from this anachronistic project. The unjustified exclusion of marine shipping from the scope of the Project led to successive, unacceptable deficiencies in the Board's report and recommendations, the decision states. Another key element was Canada's failure to properly consult with Indigenous peoples. The decision doesn't spell the end of the 1,150-kilometre project. The court found that, although Canada acted in good faith and selected an appropriate consultation framework, it failed in Phase III to engage, dialogue meaningfully and grapple with the real concerns of the Indigenous applicants so as to explore possible accommodation of those concerns. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

settlement agency: On behalf of Edmonton city council, Mayor Don Iveson will write a letter to the Alberta government asking for more equitable health services for Syrian refugees in the city, according to Toronto Star. Kevin Tuong / Star Metro We want to have reassurance that refugee health is going to be looked after equitably, if not to the same standard as other large Canadian cities, Iveson told Star Metro. Mayor Don Iveson said Tuesday he plans to ask the province for better refugee health care after hearing from a settlement agency last week that Edmonton was far behind other cities, such as Calgary, for providing integrated care for refugees. His comments came almost a week after city administration presented its annual update on programs to settle and support Syrian refugees in Edmonton. Article Continued Below Rhianna Charchuk, a strategic engagement specialist with the Alberta Association of Immigrant Serving Agencies, told the city's public services committee last week that without a dedicated health centre specializing in refugee care, Edmonton is falling woefully short in servicing this population. According to the report, health is one of the key challenges for refugees trying to resettle newcomers struggling with English, and immigration stress have difficulties navigating the health-care system and often require more comprehensive and centralized support. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

assertions raymond: Wanna buy some cheddar ' Inside Vancouver's black market for cheeseB.C.'s labour shortage likely to last 10 years BDCOn the video, LeBlanc repeatedly questions the truth of various statements from the 48-year-old Raymond, and his tendency to rely on the internet as a source for his assertions, according to Vancouver Courier. Raymond is alleged to have fired down upon four people from his apartment window with a long gun, killing two civilians as they loaded a car for a trip and two police officers who responded to the scene on Aug. 10. The seven-and-a-half minute interview with Matthew Raymond was filmed on June 3, 2017, by blogger Charles LeBlanc, who said Wednesday he only recently realized who he had spoken to.article continues below Trending Stories Mother bear electrocuted on Whistler MountainUBC study finds Vancouver is the unhappiest city in Canada'Psst. In the video, Raymond states that Muslim immigrants in St. The Canadian Press can find no record of a cross removal, though five years ago a high school removed a crucifix from the side of a building.A spokeswoman for the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District says the cross was removed during a renovation and wasn't reinstalled in 2013, given denominational education in Newfoundland and Labrador had ended in 1996. John's, N.L., had successfully demanded the removal of a cross from a church, citing the internet as his source. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

gracie films: Sep 9, 1 15 pm, Scotiabank 14; Sep 11, 4 45 pm, Scotiabank 14; Sep 15, 3 45 pm, Scotiabank 10, according to NOW Magazine. See listing. U.S. 86 min. Rating NNNMovies don't get any more timely than Sawka's first feature, which follows 12-year-old Oscar Anthony Gonzalez as he journeys from Honduras to the U.S. in search of asylum, only to land in an ICE detention facility for minors, where he's just one face among thousands in an indifferent, overburdened immigration system. James L. Brooks's Gracie Films helped Sawka develop the project from a 2016 short, and this version definitely feels more calculated. Gonzalez who voiced the lead in Pixar's Coco is utterly convincing as the scared, confused young hero, and his performance carries the film over some of its more dramatically contrived moments. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

guy leclair: Earlier on Wednesday, Liberal Leader Philippe Couillard promised seniors that if he is re-elected, they would able to suspend or postpone their pensions until the age of 75 if they wanted to continue working or return to their jobs, according to Vancouver Courier. Those who choose to do so would get a tax break, he said. Before Guy Leclair announced his decision late Wednesday to step down, PQ Leader Jean-Francois Lisee had said he wouldn't be able to to sit in the party caucus, if he won his seat Oct. 1, until his legal matters were resolved.article continues below Trending Stories Mother bear electrocuted on Whistler MountainB.C.'s labour shortage likely to last 10 years BDCWest Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country MP to serve Minister of Foreign AffairsB.C. students learning for real life;' some provincial exams scrapped Leclair, who was arrested July 13, is scheduled to appear in court Sept. 21. Vast majorities of seniors are healthy and a lot of them would like to stay at work longer even after they received their pensions, Couillard said at a campaign stop in Sherbrooke, east of Montreal. So we're saying, you can suspend or postpone your pension so you won't get taxed anymore. In the present system they won't do it because it doesn't make sense for them financially because they will be taxed on their pension and working income. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

police brutality: The Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder was born in a refugee camp in Ghana after his parents fled the Liberian civil war, and the family immigrated to Canada when he was five, according to Vancouver Courier. Kaepernick became a lightning rod by kneeling during the U.S. national anthem as a protest against racial injustice and police brutality. Wanna buy some cheddar ' Inside Vancouver's black market for cheese Mother bear electrocuted on Whistler MountainUBC study finds Vancouver is the unhappiest city in Canada Tenants fear renovictions' coming to Mount Pleasant building listed for 10.5 million The ad includes footage of Davies scoring a goal for Canada's men's soccer team as Kaepernick says if you're born a refugee, don't let it stop you from playing soccer for the national team at age 16. Now out of football, the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback is pursuing a collusion grievance against the NFL. The ads feature Nike's trademark 'Just Do It' slogan alongside the quarterback's face and the words Believe in something. Davies isn't the only soccer player in the ad the U.S. women's team also gets camera time. Even if it means sacrificing everything. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.