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muchmor Canada your journey starts here Spring 2010 issue

10 fabulous hikes in BC. Greater Sudbury - an urban jewel for youto discover.

Moving to Canada? Plan ahead for homeownership.

Real life story - Turkey to CanadaYour first days in Canada.Newcomers guide to obtaining aCanadian driving licence.Latest immigration news?Average earning across Canada.

New Car Review :Cadillac CTS WagonPlus.....Make your home clean andgreen.High blood pressure on therise.


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Canada!

Greater Sudbury, Ontario ! ! ! ! ! 4Top Canadian ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 9Ten fabulous hikes in British Columbia ! ! ! 10

Motoring

Test Drive - Cadillac CTS Wagon ! ! ! ! 14Motoring News ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 17

Money Newcomers: Plan ahead for home ownership ! ! 18

Relocation

Real life story: From Turkey to Canada ! ! ! 20 Your rst days in Canada ! ! ! ! ! 24Newcomers guide to obtaining a d riving licence ! 28

The pitfalls of failing to extend visit or's status!!

32Immigration news ! ! ! ! ! ! 33

Employment

Average earnings across Canada ! ! ! ! 34Companies hiring this month ! ! ! ! 35

Ho me & Garden

Mak e your house clean an d green !! ! ! 36New tougher mortgage rules set by Ottawa ! ! 37House sales up on last year ! ! ! ! ! 37

Health & Wellness

High blood pressure on the rise in Canada ! ! 3810 reasons to fall in love with potat oes ! ! ! 40Health news ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 41
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GreaterSudbury

an urban jewelfor you to

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The City of Greater Sudbury is an urban jewel nestledamidst the natural beauty of lakes and forests in the heartof Northeastern Ontario. Within 330 freshwater lakes,Sudburys 157,000 plus residents enjoy a unique mix ofurban amenities with a thriving landscape. Sudbury offersfriendly neighbourhoods, quality healthcare, an

abundance of recreational activities, a rich colourfulheritage, several business sectors, and excellenteducational opportunities.

Sudburys early roots can be traced back to 1883 andthe development of the transnational railway. Its vastmineral resources have resulted in unparalleled growth.Today, Greater Sudbury is a diversied regional centre formining, technology, education, government and healthservices with great connections to neighbouringcommunities and beyond. The city is located 390kilometres north of Toronto and 483 km west of Ottawa,where the Trans Canada Highway 17 and Highway 69converge.

The Greater Sudbury area enjoys four seasons -Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. Because of theseasonal weather conditions, Sudburians are able toenjoy a vast array of festivals, events and recreationalactivities that can change as the seasons do. Enjoy theoutdoors in the winter on the Ramsey Lake Skate Path orone of several downhill ski facilities. Or take in one of thenumerous summer festivals and artistic events includingNorthern Lights Festival Boral, Italian Festival andSudbury Theatre Centre. Greater Sudbury is a city for thecurious, creative and adventuresome. Whatever yourlifestyle, Greater Sudbury has something for you!

Education

Take one look at Greater Sudburys educational systemand youll see that Greater Sudbury has invested heavilyin its future by developing outstanding schools fromKindergarten through 12 and beyond. As the regional

centre for learning and applied research in NortheasternOntario, Greater Sudbury is home to four school boards,private schools and several postsecondary institutionssuch as Laurentian University, Cambrian College, andCollege Boreal, one of only two francophone colleges inOntario. Greater Sudbury educational opportunities offercomprehensive and challenging curriculums.

In 2005, the Northern Ontario School of Medicineopened in Greater Sudbury and became the rst newmedical school in Canada in more than 30 years.

Real Estate and Housing

G reater Sudbury offers a wide variety of affordable realestate options whether you are looking for a new personalor business address available in urban, rural andsuburban settings. Imagine having the opportunity forwork-life balance, with a 10-minute commute to work andonly a short drive to your weekend escape.

Take a drive through our city and you will get a glimpseof friendly neighbourhoods, thriving business sectors anda vibrant downtown lled with shops, boutiques,restaurants and entertainment.


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In comparison to other large communities, GreaterSudbury has the lowest average housing prices. Theaverage sale price for a single family home in 2008 was$211,614.

Employment

G reater Sudbury has a highly skilled, educated,innovative and enthusiastic workforce. Once reliant onthe cycles that came with mining, Greater Sudbury hasgrown considerably into a diverse and dynamic centre fortechnology, education, mining, government, and healthservices.

A comparison to Ontario data based on the 2001Census reveals that Greater Sudburys labour force prole

has diversied signicantly over the last three decades.Service activities, from retail to producer services, nowemploy 80% of Greater Sudbury's labour force, comparedto 20% in the goods-producing sector. Health care,educational services and public administration all play animportant role, reecting Greater Sudbury's position as a

regional service centre for Northeastern Ontario, as wellas the continued development of the health care andeducation infrastructure.

Health Care

G reater Sudbury has become a regional resource andreferral centre for residents in Northeastern Ontario.Greater Sudbury provides quality health care to patientsthroughout the region.

The Hpital rgional de Sudbury Regional Hospital(HRSRH) provides hospital-based acute, transitional,

rehabilitation and continuing care. The HRSRH is nearingcompletion of a major expansion to consolidate allhospital based services currently being offered acrossthree sites. The expansion will allow for additional acuteinpatient and intensive care beds, mental health, birthingfacilities, emergency department, operating rooms andother diagnostic and support departments.

The Northeastern Ontario Regional Cancer Centre(NEORCC) is one of eight regional cancer centres inOntario that form Cancer Care Ontario (CCO). In additionto full chemotherapy and radiation therapy programs, staffoffer support services to cancer patients and their

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families. This includes nutritionists, social workers, clinicalpsychologists, physiotherapists and a dental oncologyteam.

Culture and Diversity

A bilingual community with a rich francophone heritage,Greater Sudbury is a multicultural mosaic with a platformfor welcoming and embracing diversity that Sudburiansare proud to share with the world. Greater Sudburyscommitment to cultural diversity is evident in all areas ofthe city, from restaurants, schools, places of worship,festivals and events.

The citys diversity is most evident with the Bridge ofNations and its many ags. The ags on the Bridge ofNations were originally raised during a Canada Daycelebration on July 1, 2007, to honour Greater Sudbury'smultinational and multicultural heritage. The addition of 11

ags raised on June 30, 2009 brings the total number ofcountries and nations represented to 83.

Climate

The average January temperature is -13C. Snow can fallanytime between October and May with an averageannual snowfall of 274 cm.

In July the average temperature is 19C, with most ofthe annual rain (656 mm) falling between the months ofMay and September.

Key W ebsites

To nd out more about the City of Greater Sudbury visitthe following websites and nd out what makes Sudburyso great!

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Fiction hardbacks

Fiction a erbacks

DVD & Blu-rays

CDs

TV shows so far in 2010

Top Canadian

1. NFL Super Bowl - 6.012. WJC Playoffs Canada - 5.263. NFL Super Bowl Pre - 3.884. NFL Super Bowl Post - 3.625. American Idol (Jan 20) - 3.19

6. American Idol (Jan 12) - 3.167. American Idol (Jan 19) - 3.048. WJC Playoffs Post - 3.029. Golden Globe Awards - 2.8910. American Idol (Feb 2) - 2.89

1. Hope for Haiti Now - Various Artists

2. Need You Now - Lady Antebellum

3. I Dreamed a Dream - SusanBoyle

4. 2010 Grammy Nominees -Various Artists

5. The Fame - Lady GaGa6. Animal - Ke$ha7. This Is It - Michael Jackson8. For Your Entertainment - Adam

Lambert9. Crazy Love - Michael Buble10. E.N.D. - Black Eyed Peas

1. The Time Traveler's Wife (PG)2. Couples Retreat (PG)3. Zombieland (18A)

4. The Hurt Locker (14A)5. Surrogates (14A)

6. Love Happens (PG)7. Gamer (18A)8. The Invention of Lying (PG)

9. Amelia (PG)10. The Stepfather (14A)

1. The Girl With The DragonTattoo, Stieg Larsson

2. Guernsey Literary and PotatoPeel Pie Society, Shaffer & Burrows

3. The Shack, William P Young

4. The Book Of Negroes,Lawrence Hill

5. The Catcher in the Rye, J.D.Salinger

6. The Scarecrow, Connelly/Giles7. The Lovely Bones, Alice Sebold8. Through Black Spruce, Joseph

Boyden

9. Wolf Hall, Hilary Mantel10. Good to a Fault, Marina Edicott

1. The Bishops Man, LindenMacintyre

2. The Golden Mean, AnnabelLyon

3. The Lost Symbol, Dan Brown4. Extreme Vinyl Cafe, Stuart

Mclean5. The Girl Who Played With Fire,

Stieg Larsson

6. An Echo in the Bones, DianaGabaldon

7. Too Much Happiness, AliceMunro

8. TheYear of the Flood, Magaret Atwood

9. Juliet Naked, Nick Hornby10. Under the Dome, Stephen King


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By Malcolm Johnson

When composing his essay on walking, Henry DavidThoreau had this to say: Give me the ocean, the desertor the wilderness! Considering those words, its not hardto think that the famed author would have loved thewesternmost of Canadas provinces. He would havefound all that he sought, and all of it on a scale that hecould never have imagined.

From the Pacic Ocean in the west to the RockyMountains in the east, British Columbia is a place ofendless diversity: lush rainforests and dry canyons, barrenalpines and gentle farmlands, soaring ranges and sea-swept beaches. There's no better way to see it all than bysetting out on foot, and experienced hikers know thatautumn is the best time for day hikes: crisp and clear, thehigh country is still free from the deep snows of winter.

So strap on your boots, grab your camera, and get outtherebut always remember that its important to be fully

equipped and prepared. Here follows a sampling offabulous hikes in British Columbia, where youll ndplenty of views to inspire the soul.

Vancouver, Coast & MountainsThe Grouse Grind

Length: 2.9 km (1.8 mi)Vertical: 853 m (2,799 ft)Estimated time to complete: 1.5 hours

A winding trail that scrambles up Grouse Mountainssouthern slope in North Vancouver , the Grind has becomeBritish Columbia's best-known hike. Its certainly wellnamedwith an average grade of 30 degrees, its asteep, thigh-burning trail boasting an elevation gain of853 m (2,799 ft) as it climbs through the forest from theValley Station to the peak plateau. (In all, there are 2,830steps built into the trail.) The Grind was completed in the

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early 1980s, and its a must for locals and travellers alike. And though you probably wont match the trail record of24 minutesfor the average adult, its about an hour anda halfa trip up the Grind will give you a rst-hand viewof Vancouver s unique urban and outdoor cultures. Thebest way down? Hop aboard the scenic Grouse MountainSkyride , where a $5 one-way ride offers stunning views ofthe city. www.grousemountain.com

The Trails of Garibaldi

Length: varies, depending on the trail or trails chosenVertical: challenging; between 600 m (1,969 ft) to over 900m (2,953 ft)Estimate d time to comp lete: depending on trail, can rangefrom two to three hours (one way)

A s you drive nor th from Vancouver, y ou pass into Sea toSky country. Just outside the tow n of Squamish , GaribaldiProvincial Park holds some of the province's mostdramatic scenery; there are dozens of great trails in theGaribaldi area, but serious hikers will want to head for theTaylor Meadows and Garibaldi Lakes campgrounds.Departing from there, youll be able to access Black Tusk,the jagged remnants of an ancient volcano (note: takingon the Tusk can add, at minimum, four hours to your trek).There are also high trails like Panorama Ridge, whereglaciers and striated ranges lead off to the far horizon.Garibaldi may prove a challenging place to hikebut it isone rife with rewards. www.env.go v.bc.ca/bcparks/ explore/parkpgs/garibaldi

Vancouver Island and Gulf IslandsSchooner Cove

Length: 1 km (0.6 mi) (one way)Vertical: features long ights of stairs and some hillsEstimated time to complete: 45 minutes (round trip)

A n easy boardwalk that winds through thick rainforest tothe beac hes of the Paci c, the Schooner Cove trail is oneof the many treasures of Pacic Rim National ParkReserve on Vancouver Island s wild west coast. After aone-km (0.6 mi) walk, the trail emerges to the north ofEsowista, one of the traditional homes of the Tla-o-qui-

aht First Nation . When the surfs up, youll see hugewaves rolling in from the west, each one trailing a mane ofwhite in the wind. (Access to Schooner Cove may be non-existent during high tides.) Theres great tide-poolexploring at low tide, and a walk along the beach to thenorth takes you into a beautifully secluded cove. Its thewest coast at its picturesque best. www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/ bc/pacicrim/ind ex_E.asp

Carmanah Walbran Grunts Grove and Three Sisterstrails

Length: 3.9 km (2.4 mi) (one way) and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) (one

way)Vertical: easy to moderate hikeEstimated time to complete: 40 to 75 minutes (one-way)

There are certain places where the natural scale of thingsis beyond compare. Carmanah Walbran Provincial Park ,an area of untouched old-growth forest on southwesternVancouver Island, is one such place. The parks trails leadthrough lush stands of ancient cedar and Sitka spruce,with huge and magisterial trees reaching hundreds ofmetres in height. Walking the trails of Carmanah will giveyou a glimpse of the coast as it once was: a wondrouslyrich ecosystem that still exists as an intact and livingthing. The park can be accessed from Port Alberni , PortRenfrew or Lake Cowichan , and a trip here should include

a stroll through the Randy Stoltmann CommemorativeGrove, a stand of giant spruces dedicated to an iconicoutdoorsman and conservationist. www.env.gov.bc.ca/ bcparks/explore/parkpgs/carmanah

The Helliwell Bluffs

Length: 5 km (3.1 mi)Vertical: an easy walkEstim ated time to complete: one hour to walk the trail;two to three hours to take in the scenery

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The Gulf Islands lie to the w est of British Columbiasmainland, and their bohemian cultures are as rich as the waters that surround them. Helliwell Provincial Park onHornby Island is one of the hidden gems of the coast,with a pastoral ve-km (3.1-mi) trail that winds throughgrassy elds and stands of Douglas r and Garry oakforest. Just to the west is Tribune Bay, which harboursone of the provinces best beaches. As an added bonus, astroll along the high sea bluffs of Helliwell will showcasefabulous views of the Coast Mountains and the Strait ofGeorgia. www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/ helliwell

Thompson OkanaganThe Divide Lake North Trail

Length: 8 km (5 mi) (each way)Vertical: an easy walkEstimated time to complete: 3.5 hours

Renowned for its vineyards and farmlands, the Okanagan is also home to a multitud e of opportunities forbackcountry hiking. Okan agan Mountain Provincial Park showcases an extensive network of wilderness trails thatprovide access to the dry forests, canyons andgrasslands that lie between Penticton and Kelowna . One

of the parks frequented hikes is the Divide Lake Northtrail, a serious 16-km (10-mi) round trip featuring views ofOkanagan Lake and the Monashee Mountains. Its also aunique chance to see forests that are coming back to lifeafter res swept through the area in 2003.www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/okana_mt

The Kettle Valley Rail Trail

Length: 455 km (283 mi)Vertical: about 1,300 m (4,265 ft)Estimated time to complete: varies on choice of trail andmode of transport; you can hike and bike along this trail

Built in the early 1900s, the Kettle Valley Railway in BritishColumbias lush Thompson Okanagan was the long andwinding link that connected the southern interior to thecoast. A century later, its been converted into one of theprovinces loveliest hiking and cycling trails. Part of theSpirit of 2010 Trail network, the Kettle Valley Rail Trail runsfrom Grand Forks to the Coquihalla Highway. The sectionof trail that passes through Myra Canyon , with its deepgo rges and high trestle bridges, is an essential trip. Withviews of Okanagan Lake and some of the areasrenowned orchards and wineries, the stretch of trail thatleads into Naramata is wonderful as well. In short, theKettle Valley Rail Trail is a can't-miss experience forfoodies and fresh-air ends alike.www.spiritof2010trail.ca/RailTrail.aspx?id=kettle

Ko otenay RockiesThe Iceline Trail

Length: via Little Yoho Valley, 21 km (13 mi); via CelesteLake Trail, 18 km (11.2 mi)Vertical: 695 m (2,280 ft)

The Iceline Trail

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Test Drive

Story and photos by Mark Atkinson

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A mazed by the sheer number of versions a manufacturercan create out of one car? Sedan, wagon, coupe,convertible are all on tap in some model lines. And it wouldseem that being able to cover every niche leads toimproved overall sales and protability if done properly,like Mercedes-Benz.

Cadillac is responding to the challenge by introducingmore variants to its competitive mid-sized CTS luxury sportsedan. While the sexy coupe wont be ready until 2011, itsthe ve-door wagon version that has caught our eye. Theidea of having a Caddy that hauls without adding height aswell has lots of appeal.

From the outside, the Wagon shares most of its bodywith the sedan, but once you go aft of the C-pillars, its allnew. There are shades of Dodge Magnum in how the doorframes are incorporated into the aggressive design, and theCTS tailgate hinges farther forward compared to atraditional wagon. But credit Cadillacs stylists forsuccessfully incorporating the large vertical taillightswithout evoking a decades worth of Volvos. Those taillightsuse the companys light-pipe LED technology, whichmeans theyre bright, sharp and easy to see. The Wagon iswonderful to drive behind because the wide rear fenders,dual exhaust and wide wheels add up to a seriouslyattractive package.

The cargo area is perhaps more shallow than thoseaforementioned Volvo wagons, but with the rear seatsfolded at, the CTS Wagon can hold 736 L of stuff, and canbe optioned with a cargo cover and heavy-duty net to keepRover in place. By comparison, the new SRX sport-ute onlyholds 839 L, so youre not sacricing too much to staycloser to the ground. Otherwise, there are good cargo railsand tie-downs aplenty to secure anything in the back. Also,every Wagon comes with a power-operated tailgate that thedriver can choose to open either fully or only partway.

The rest of the cabin shows off the excellent workCadillac has done with the CTS, and even after a coupleyears on the market, the design is still fresh. Thecontrasting detail stitching on the dash and doors looksgreat, as does the two-tone leather interior. Our test caralso had the Preferred Equipment Group ($8,720) whichadded wood trim on the instrument panel, centre console,door trim, steering wheel and shift knob, and a plethora ofinterior accent lighting. It also adds heated and ventilatedfront seats, a power tilt/telescope steering column, rear

parking assist, the EZ Key entry with remote start, andkeyless ignition. The audio system also upgrades to a Bose5.1 surround-sound unit with 10 speakers, a 40GB harddrive, USB port, steering-wheel mounted audio controls,with a rear-view camera and a HDD-based nav system.

Mechanically, the Wagon shares the same Global rear-wheel drive platform as the sedan. Power in the basemodels come with a new 270-hp 3.0-litre V6, but our testerfeatured the excellent 3.6-litre direct-injection V6 thatproduces 304 hp at 6,400 rpm, and 273 lb-ft of torque at5,200 rpm. All Wagon models use the familiar six-speedautomatic transmission, which is a shame because themanual version in the sedan makes for an entertainingproposition. Also, the CTS can be had with all-wheel drive,which adds security and solidity in nasty weather, but alsoadds another 90 kg to the already plump curb weight.

While upgrading to the bigger V6 adds sportsuspension, the CTS Wagon doesnt feel terribly sporty. Itmoves with condence thanks to the extra power, hasresponsive brakes that can be modulated easily, but theresno sharp turn-in, and it doesnt feel anywhere near as welltuned as the typical German competition. However, there isan optional Sport Package ($940) that adds FE3performance-tuned handling, automatic rear-level controlsuspension, more aggressive brakes, 19-in wheels andtires, and steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters. Judging


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from how that transforms the sedan, it would be a worthy option for thewagon.

The only real complaints come from tall people who will surely smack theirnoggins on the door frames when entering the rear seats, and the optional

double-paned moonroof that severely cuts into front headroom.Pricing starts at $44,325 for the base model, while the 3.6L is a reasonable jump to $50,775. Our price as tested ran $60,870 (including premium paint for$1,295), while adding all-wheel drive would bring a loaded Sport Wagon to$65,225. While not inexpensive, to even get into a BMW 5 Series Touring runs$71,000 for a similarly specced 300-hp 535i xDrive model, and an Audi A6

Avant 3.0 TFSI Quattro is $66,700 before exploring the extensive options list.Mercedes-Benz doesnt have an E-Class Wagon ready for North America yet,while Volvos V70 is too soft to play in this league.

However, the CTSs greatest competition will likely come from its own SRXcrossover, which can be loaded up to perform similarly but without the station-wagon stigma.

For those who are looking for a dramatically styled wagon with a

performance bent, the CTS should be included for consideration, while theupcoming CTS-V SportWagon version should mimic the M, RS and AMGhaulers we dont get. Compliments to Cadillac for having the intestinalfortitude to build it, despite the current bleak conditions.

Mark Atkinson has nearly 10 years experience as an automobile journalist working for publications like Inside Track Motorsport News, Carguide, World of Wheels, Canadian Auto World, the Hamilton Spectator Wheels section, MetroCarguide, Suburban Life and West of the City. Besides writing for Muchmor Magazine, Mark also has his own blog, www.drivingguy.com, and appears in a

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Plan ahead forhome ownership

Moving toCanada?

By Kimberley Skinner

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If you have a job awaiting you on Canadian soil, itspossible to also secure the purchase of a home if youplan ahead and connect with professionals before youeven begin packing.

The main reason youll want to get in touch with theright professionals before you start to pack is to nd outwhat important paperwork youll need to set aside toprovide to ensure smooth sailing through the homenancing and purchasing processes.

Your rst step should be to get in touch with anexperienced mortgage professional. By doing so, you canset the home nancing process in motion by securing amortgage rate guarantee and pre-approval, and guringout what supporting paperwork you need to provide topurchase a home in Canada.

The services of mortgage professionals are typicallyfree they are paid by lenders for bringing in newbusiness. Mortgage professionals have access to multiplelenders including banks, credit unions and trustcompanies where they can compare products and rates,and nd the ideal mortgage to meet your unique needs.

In most cases, Canadian mortgage lenders andinsurers want to see employment letters that prove youroffer of employment and salary in Canada. You must alsohave at least a 5% down payment for the home from yourown resources which means it has to be your ownmoney, not borrowed or gifted. So, for instance, if youreselling your home in another country and using some ofthe proceeds as a down payment on a home in Canada,you must be able to prove this.

Lenders and insurers also want to see that you have asolid credit history. Although requirements for this proof

varies based on which insurer and lender your mortgageis funded through, your mortgage professional will be ableto tell you exactly what documents youll need to provide.Often, an international credit bureau is sufcient to proveyour credit history. If this is not available, you can alsoprovide 12 months worth of bank statements, mortgageor rental payment receipts, utility or telephone bills, andso on. Again, there are several options from which tochoose and your mortgage professional will be able tospecically tell you what a particular lender and insurerwant to see.

You must also apply for landed immigrant status to getthe ball rolling on securing your social insurance number

(SIN), which is required before you begin working inCanada.By securing mortgage nancing prior to moving to

Canada, all you have to do when you arrive is nd ahome. This will be an easier task when you already knowexactly how much you can spend thanks to your pre-approval.

And since your mortgage professional can put you intouch with a trusted real estate agent prior to your move,you will also be able to research homes before you arrivein Canada. Again, real estate agents do not typicallycharge a fee to nd you a home to purchase.

By planning ahead before making your move, you trulycan save yourself a lot of hassle and stress when it comesto securing mortgage nancing and purchasing a home.

And if youre already living in Canada, many of theavailable New to Canada mortgage products apply to newimmigrants who have been in the country for up to 36

months.

Kimberley Skinner, BA, AMP, PFP, is a mortgage agent with DominionLending Centres Alliance.With more than 20 yearsof nancing experience,

she enjoys helping newCanadians obtainnancing for their home

purchases.Dominion LendingCentres AllianceFSCO # 11180

Kimberley can be reached at: 1-877-333-4983, Ext 716; [email protected]

Paperwork to gather/set asidebefore packing:

Proof of employment and salary in Canada

Proof of at least 5% down payment from your ownsources

Government proof of residency application

Copy of your immigration papers

Copy of your passport

Credit report

Mortgage or rental payment receipts for the past 12months

Bank statements for the past 12 months

Utility and phone bill payments for the past 12months
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Real Life StoMaking the movefrom Turkey toCanada by way of the USA.


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Emre Akkas is a recentimmigrant to Canada havingmoved here in June 2009, buthe took a roundabout route toget here as you will see. Hewas born and raised in

Ankara, Turkey and obtaineda chemical engineeringdegree in 1999, but afterworking in a local renerydecided it was not the life forhim and preferred to dosomething with computersinstead. This decision put himon his path to Canada.

Emre comes from amedical background withboth his parents beingpharmacists. His motherworks at a governmenthospital in Ankara and hisfather owned his ownpharmacy, although he is nowretired. His elder sisterqualied as a medical doctorthe same year he left Turkeyin 2001.

After hearing about hisambition to work with computers his parents offered topay his school fees to allow him to get a graduate degreeabroad. He applied to a number of schools in the United

States and decided to accept a place at MarylhurstUniversity in Portland, Oregon. Whilst his parents coveredhis fees, he worked locally to cover his living expenses.

Whilst in Portland in 2005, Emre met Hanna Golota, aPolish citizen who had moved to the US to get a collegedegree at the University of Montana in 2001. Aftergraduating she got a job at Nike and moved to Portlandwhere she completed her graduate degree at theUniversity of Portland. She met Emre shortly after hermove and they have been together ever since.

Now you might be wondering why we are talking aboutsomeone moving to the USA in a magazine dedicated toCanada? Well, after graduating from Marylhurst University

Emre got a job in Portland and the company sponsoredhis H1B visa. He changed jobs a couple of times duringhis 4 years there and his last employer before leaving theUS was Intel Corp. By now, he was on the 4th year of hisH1B work visa. The company led an application for agreen card which would give me the right to staypermanently but the progress was so slow and had a lotof restrictions. says Emre, I was not able to moveforward in my career while the application was pending (ifyou change companies, everything starts all over) and Ialso got sick of the "temporary" status which stopped mefrom making long term investments. In addition, Hanna

worked for the business we started before I got my job atIntel and the business started picking up. She wasnt ableto handle it on her own anymore and needed extra help.Being on a sponsored work visa in the United States, Iwas not allowed to work for myself.

So Emre and Hanna decided to look at other optionssuch as moving to Canada or Australia. Canada wonbecause of its close proximity to where they lived, greatmarket opportunities for growing their localizationbusiness, and the charm of Vancouver, so Canada it was.In March 2007 they applied for permanent residencyusing the skilled worker route and nally got their visas inOctober 2008.

I grew up in a big city, says Emre, and missed theEuropean big city life a lot when I was in the US. When Ivisited Vancouver a few years back I loved the livelydense downtown area. I thought it would be a cool placeto live in. When I came to Vancouver after doing mylanding papers in 2008 and walked the same streetsagain, I said "that's it" right away.

They ofcially landed in December 2008 and spent afew days in Vancouver before going back to Portland tostart wrapping up work and other commitments in the US.In February 2009 they again visited Vancouver for a weekto get to know the city a little better and then on anothervisit in April they found an apartment to rent. Over thenext few weekends the couple made the ve and a halfhour drive between the two cities to move their

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belongings from Portland to Vancouver. In June 2009 they

made the journey for the last time and moved to Canadafor good.

The couple didnt plan to look for jobs, but instead putall their energy together to grow their business, Globalme ,a localization and translation services company. Emrecontinues. Vancouver being such a diversied city is ahaven for the type of business we are in. We work withlots of foreigners, and here we can easily nd wellqualied candidates with the necessary linguistic skills.Besides, there is a growing need for translation andlocalization services from government and the rising hightech industry in Canada.

Moving to a new place without knowing anyone washard. They both knew they needed to invest heavily innetworking to make their way to the top. The couple havestarted attending networking events in the city in order tomeet new people and get to know the city better from thebusiness p erspective.

So, the big question is, do they prefer Canada over th eUSA or do they regret the move?

We do not regret the move at all. We love Vancouver. Itis hard to say if the US or Canada is better over the otherbecause it all depends on the perspective you are lookingat. In terms of bureaucracy, the life in the US is easier.Canada seems a little closer to Europe when it comes topaperwork. On the other hand, Canada wins on the sociallife, the city scene and friendliness of people.

I enjoyed my life in the US but I enjoy it here more andhave no regrets whatsoever. I love the fact that Vancouverhas an extremely diverse population and has a bigger cityfeeling. I also like the smaller stores that are all over theplace which is one thing lacking in the US. In Portland Ihad to go to big grocery stores for everything that Ineeded to buy whereas here there are tons of small locallyowned stores. I like the fact that Canada is one of themost liberal nations and I like the friendliness of thepeople. The beautiful scenery and nature also plays a big

part in my love of the country; I am not a big fan of therain but its a package deal. He laughs. The fact that theCanadian government recognized the value in my skillsand gave me the opportunity to immigrate while the USwas making the progress longer and longer also deservesa sincere appreciation.

But there must be things he misses about Turkey?Yes, he says, I miss my family of course and my oldfriends. I also miss Turkish food, but I have been fortunateto be able to visit Turkey every year since leaving andhope to be able to keep this up in the future. Hanna and Ieventually plan to move to either Turkey or Poland in thefuture, but that is a few years off.

We asked if Emre had any advice or warnings forpotential immigrants to Canada. My move to Canada asan immigrant was a little different than a typicalimmigration story. When one immigrates to anothercountry, it takes a good year or two before one can adjustto life. I had that period in the US when I rst moved thereand therefore the move to Canada was easy. On a lot ofdiscussion forums I read people complaining about notbeing able to continue their career from the level they leftat home. They seem to omit the fact that they will have tolearn life before they can get back on track. I thinkeverybody should be prepared for this and if possiblestart with going to school and working at a part timerandom job for a few months.

Being happy in Canada (or in any country, really) is amatter of the individuals attitude. One thing that preventspeople from enjoying their life in Canada and being happyis the constant rejection which brings the home sickfeeling. This is your new home and the sooner you decideto enjoy it the easier it is going to be. Of course you willget frustrated, of course you will feel silly while you try togure out how things work but why not take that as a funopportunity? How many people get the chance to feel likea newborn in their adult life?

A ll immigrants should be aware of the fact that it willtake a lot of effort to move and start a new life and theresults will totally depend on their own effort. This is a freecountry where you are provided with security and highstandards of life but you need to make it work yourself.

On a nal note Emre wants to praise Canada for thespeed at which his application was processed. One thing

that really impressed me was the extremely welcomingimmigration ofcers when we came to land. Theimmigration ofcer went through our paperwork and said"Welcome Home" as she was giving the papers back tous. A truly memorable moment for me After dealing withthe cocky American immigration ofcers for 7 years, thatwas an unbelievable experience.

Muchmor will keep in touch with Emre and Hanna andlet readers know of any new developments in their story.

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Your rst days in

CanadaWhen you rst arrive in Canada there are many thingsyou will need to do in order to start your new life.Depending on your situation you may or may not need todo everything in this list and indeed some people willneed to do more, but this will give a quick overview of themost common items.

Documentation

When you move to Canada you need to bring a lot ofpaperwork with you to help your integration run smoothly.Remember to carry all such documentation with you inyour carry on luggage on the plane to avoid any problemsshould checked-in luggage be lost or delayed.

Here is a list of some of the most common documentsyou should bring with you:

passport birth certicates marriage certicates adoption, separation and divorce papers

school reports, diplomas, degrees etc professional certication i.e. trade certicates,licences, qualications etc

credit report vaccination records drivers licence past employer references resume bank statements Canadian employer details (if you have secured

employment) mortgage or rental proof of payment statements utility bill payments

You should also make a number of copies of each ofthese as you will be leaving some with many differentpeople as you go through the system.

Housing

S ome people are lucky enough to have arranged theirhousing needs before they arrive, such as renting anapartment or house or pre-purchasing a property beforelanding. If however you are one of the majority whoarrives in Canada with no clear idea of where to live you

will probably be staying in a hotel or similar location tobegin with. This is ne, but costs can soon run away withyou and before you know it you are spending thousandson hotel rooms and eating out.

Many people choose to rent when they rst arrive asthey do not know exactly where they want to settle and inwhat community. Renting can give you the opportunity tonot only have a roof over your head but the time toexplore your new country and decide exactly where youwant to make your home.

When renting you will have a choice of furnished orunfurnished accommodation. Which you choose willdepend on how long you plan to live in the home andwhether you have your own furniture or not. If you areshipping furniture to Canada you might want to choose anunfurnished property to avoid storage fees as well asfeeling more at home with your own belongings. Somerentals also include utilities such as hydro, water, gas etc,but do check as this is not always the case.

Finding a place to rent can be harder for newcomers asyou will not have a Canadian credit rating or Canadianrental/mortgage payment history. In order to help thesituation you should bring with you statements of rent ormortgage payments from your home country. Utility billpayments and bank statements will also help your futurelandlord decide if you are a good tenant or not. It is alsowise to get a credit report before you leave your homecountry as this can also help in many situations when youneed to prove your credit worthiness. Although a foreign


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what you will need to do in order to obtain a Canadiandriving licence.

It is a l egal requirement to carry your driving licencewith you whenever you drive. You should also carry yourvehicle re gistration and vehicle permit with you.

Vehicle Insurance

If you are buying or leasing a vehicle you will needinsuranc e. As a newcomer you will often be treated as ifyou are a new driver, regardless of the number of yearsyou have driven in your home country. This results inhugely in ated premiums. One way to avoid this is to usean insura nce broker to get you the best deal amongst allthe availa ble insurers. Another is to make sure you havepaperwo rk with you that back up your driving history.

If you have been insured in your home country andhave not had any claims for a number of years get a letterfrom you r insurer to conrm this. The letter should be

worded i n a way that will be recognized by Canadianinsurers. Therefore any letter should state the following:policy nu mber, date the insurance was rst taken out withthe comp any, type of insurance held and if someone elseis insured on your policy, their details. The most importantthing to g et included is a sentence which states thenumber o f years of claim-free driving as this isrecogniz ed terminology in Canada. In the UK the term no-claims b onus is regularly used, but is not recognized inCanada.

If you can get this information on letter headed paperfrom your insurer (not the broker) and get this to yourCanadi an broker/insurer it can save you literallythousa nds of dollars in insurance premiums.

Schoo ls

Depen ding on what time of year you arrive you will wantto get c hildren enrolled in school as soon as possible.When y ou visit your local school board ofce to registeryour ch ild you will need to take your permanent residentcard or conrmation of permanent residence, birthcertica te, vaccination reports and any previous schoolrecords .

Bank Accounts

Openin g a bank account in Canada for newcomers isnow mu ch easier than it used to be. Most of the major

banks h ave accounts and services designed especially fornewco mers, many of which can be opened before youactually land. Take a look at banking websites to seewhich o ne can offer you the service you require. Be awarethat mo st Canadian banks charge fees for just aboutevery tr ansaction. Try to nd a bank that offers a packagefee whi ch will include a stated number of transactions.

Phon es

When you arrive in Canada you might want to purchase acell phone which will then allow you to communicate withpeople more easily. If you dont want to commit to acontract at this stage there are many options for pre-paidand pay-as-you-go phones. Check out the rates and theiroffering before deciding on a supplier.

Utilities

If you are renting and are responsible for your own utilitiesor you are a new home owner you may be required to putdown a security deposit by your local utility company.This is completely at the discretion of the individualcompany and you will normally get your deposit back

after 6-12 months providing you have of course paid yourbills on time.

A s we mentioned previously some people will need to doextra things such as look for jobs or set up a business butthese subjects are too complex to be included in thisarticle. This list is meant to give a quick overview of themost common things people new to Canada will need toaccomplish in the rst few days and weeks in the country.

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Quebec

U .S. licences can be exchanged for a Qubec licence fora passenger car or a moped without taking a test. Forvehicles other than passenger cars and mopeds, tests arerequired.

Anyone from the following countries: Austria, Belgium,France, Germany, Japan, Netherlands, Republic of Korea(South Korea), Switzerland, Great Britain (excludingNorthern Ireland), Taiwan or Turkey can exchange theirlicence for an equivalent Quebec licence. Moreinformation can be found here: http:// www.saaq.gouv.qc.ca/en/driver_licence/exchange/ index.php

Anyone arriving from any other country must undergocomplete testing for all classes of licence requested andmust provide applicable medical and vision screening asrequired.

Saskatchewan

If you are moving from the United States, UnitedKingdom, Gibraltar, Northern Ireland, Switzerland, SouthKorea, Germany or Austria you will be able to exchangeyour licence for an equivalent Saskatchewan licence.

If you are moving from a jurisdiction outside of thesecountries, you will have to complete written, vision androad examinations prior to being issued a Saskatchewandriver's licence.

Notes

M ost of the exchange agreements require you tosurrender your existing home country driving licence. Youmay also be required to take a vision test and discloseany medical conditions that may affect your ability todrive. Some provinces require a medical to be taken forcertain types of licence, particularly commercial licences.

You will be required to provide proof of residencydocumentation such as your immigration papers as wellas identication documents such as a passport.

Most of the provinces exchange programs are subjectto minimum driving experience in your home country.Therefore you will also need to provide proof of drivingexperien ce if not co ntained within your existing licencedocume ntation.

It is a legal requirement in Canada to always have yourlicence on you when driving and you must present it toofcial bodies if required to do so.

A driving licence can be used to obtain other forms ofidentication and so should be kept securely to avoid theftand misuse.

Driving licences in Canada are renewable after a certainperiod of time such as ve years. It is your responsibilityto make sure your licence is always kept up to date.

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The pitfalls of faili ng to extendvisitor's s tatus

By Guidy Mamann

Q . My common law partner and I came to Canada so thatI could pursue my master's degree. I have a study permit.She is from a visa-exempt country and was issued avisitor record at the border. Due to a misunderstanding onour part, we didn't extend her visitor's status when Iextended my study permit. As a result, she is currentlyabout nine months out of status. She only came to knowabout it when we decided to get her a work permit duringa subsequent study permit extension.

CIC sent her a letter stating that she had to leave thecountry immediately. This didn't look like a departureorder, since there was no 30-day time period specied,but we are concerned about this.

Since the law is very clear on overstays, we are positivethe best option at this point would be to go back to herhome country, or is there an alternative? She is obviouslypast the 90-day restoration of status window.

We thought it best to seek professional legal advice asto her options, especially since our future plans includeobtaining permanent residency.

A . First, I would like to tell you what you should not do.

No doubt you may be advised by some well-intentionedperson to have your partner enter the U.S. and re-enterCanada with fresh status. Your partner should denitelynot try this since the U.S. will almost certainly deny herentry and even cancel any U.S. visa that she may have.Generally, the Americans will not admit foreigners to theircountry if they are in Canada without lawful status. Also,she should not apply for restoration of her status since, asyou mentioned, she is well passed the 90-day limit fordoing so.

The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act allowsanyone who is "inadmissible" or who "does not meet therequirements of the Act" to legalize their status through a

temporary resident permit (TRP). So legally speaking, yourpartner can apply for a TRP through the Case ProcessingCentre in Vegreville. However, this approach is risky andproblematic.

The immigration department's policy manual conrmsthat a person is eligible for a TRP if they are not eligible fora restoration of status. However, elsewhere it states"Temporary resident permits should not be used to restorethe temporary resident status of a visitor, student orworker when their status has expired." This latterstatement seems to fetter or limit the discretion ofimmigration ofcers when considering an application for a

TRP. Accordingly, a refusal of a TRP based solely on thispolicy is, in my view, vulnerable to a legal challenge.

However, in your situation, I would not let things go thatfar. Also , we have to be mindful that your partner has beenasked t o leave Canada and if she doesn't do so soon, theCBSA c ould easily bring removal proceedings against her.That w ould really complicate things.

In sh ort, the path of least resistance is to maintain thegoodwi ll of CIC. She should go home briey and attempta return to Canada to rejoin you.

There is no guarantee that she will be re-admitted but,given th e options, I would probably run the risk.

Obviously, you need to be more careful in the future.

Guidy Mamann practices law in Toronto at Mamann,Sandal uk and is certied by the Law Society of Upper Canada as an immigration specialist. For more

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Immigration NewsCIC launches immigration consultantfraud investigation

The Canadian government is trying to crack down onillegal and unscrupulous immigration consultants after itbecame aware of over 300 citizenship applicants whoclaimed to be living at the same address.

Immigration Minister Jason Kenney suggested that thiswas just the tip of the iceberg and warned potentialimmigrants of the dangers of not researching immigrationconsultants properly.

I myself went and sat in on some interviews that ourofcials had with citizenship applicants recently inMississauga, and I saw cases where an applicant wasliving at an address where 25 other people were

supposedly living 25 other applicants for citizenshipwere registered, Mr. Kenney said.We are launching a package this year to reform the

regulation of immigration consultants, Kenney said. Thatwill include much more severe penalties for furnishingpeople with advice to commit fraud or submit fraudulentdocuments.

The government has launched an awareness campaignto advise potential immigrants to only deal with licens edconsultants and advise them that they do not actually neeto use a consultant at all.

The awareness campaign is available in seventeenlanguages and can be accessed via this link .

Canada wants more Indian students

A new program by Citizenship and Immigration Canada(CIC) and the Association of Canadian CommunityColleges (ACCC) has seen Indian student enrollments atCanadian colleges double.

The Student Partners Program was launched in April2009 and since then the CIC visa ofce has received over4,000 applications in the program.

"International students contribute to the cultural life andeconomic success of colleges and institutes and of the

communities they serve. said James Knight, Presidentand CEO of the ACCC. In partnership with CIC, we havedoubled the approval rate of visas for students from Indiacoming to Canadian colleges. We will work with CIC toexpand the initiative to other ACCC members."

The program requires applicants to provide veriabledocumentation in order to attend. In turn the college hasto report back on things such as student attendancerecords and progress reports.

Jason Kenny, Minister of Citizenship and Immigrationadded, "This type of program benets both our countryand those who participate in it. When all is said and done,these graduates may remain in Canada and apply to

immigrate under the Canada Experience Class. Theywould make Canada their home and continue tocontribute to our country's social and economic fabric."

Youth Mobility Program increases Czechvisas

The Youth Mobility Program has been established toallow Czechs to work in Canada in order to supplementtheir trip. It is available to young adults between the agesof 18 and 35 years and is administered through theCanadian Embassy in Prague.

Applicants can apply under two different categoriesallowing them to work for up to one year whilst in thecountry.

Proposed changes for temporary foreignworkers

New regulations are being proposed to limit the potentialfor exploitation of temporary foreign workers in Canada.

At present there are no regulations in place which holdemployers or their agents responsible for the treatment oftemporary foreign workers.

The proposed changes to the Immigration regulationswould:

Establish a set of factors to guide the assessment ofthe genuineness of an employers offer of employment toa temporary foreign worker;

Make an employer ineligible to access the temporaryforeign worker program for a period of two years if theemployer has previously been found to providesignicantly lower wages, working conditions or anoccupation different than what was offered to a temporaryforeign worker;

Provide for the publication of a list with the names,addresses and period of ineligibility of employers who arenot eligible to access the temporary foreign workerprogram on the Citizenship and Immigration Canadasexternal website;

Establish a limit of four years of work for temporaryforeign workers, followed by a period of at least six yearsin which they would not be authorized to work in Canada,with exceptions for certain workers (eg. Intra-CompanyTransferees, NAFTA Professionals); and

Introduce a requirement that Human Resources andSkills Development Canadas Labour Market Opinionindicate a period of time during which the opinion is ineffect.

Under the new regulations, an assessment of thegenuineness of the job offer would be carried outregardless of whether an Labour Market Opinion isrequired and accordingly, Work Permit applicationsinvolving LMO-exempt cases (such as Intra-CompanyTransferees and NAFTA Professionals) will be subject tothis new genuineness assessment process.
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Make yourhouse

clean andgreen

When you clean your house in the spring, you really wantit to be clean. Dirt, dust and germs are banned, and allappliances, oors and walls are scrubbed clean. But isyour house really clean, or have you traded dirt and germsfor caustic and toxic chemicals found in mostconventional cleaning products?

Even some so-called natural cleansers can containthese same or similar nasty ingredients. And you wouldknow this only if the manufacturer practices full disclosureof ingredients on their labels, which is not required onhome care products. Think about it - when was the lasttime you saw a full ingredient listing on your spraycleaner?

The best way to make sure your living space is cleanand healthy is to use safe, natural cleaning products youcreate yourself, using natural and inexpensive ingredientsyou can pick up at any natural grocery store. It's cost-

effective, not difcult and, like the task of spring cleaningitself, it's satisfying and rewarding. You can craft yourown, home-spun versions of everything from carpetcleaner to furniture dusting polish - and have thesatisfying assurance that you really are keeping yourhome clean and green.

Whether you're shopping for prepared natural cleaningsolutions or making your own, keep in mind that the word"aromatherapy" is now being applied to everythingscented - from dishwashing liquid to laundry detergent.The true practice of aromatherapy relies on using pureessential oils extracted from plants. These natural plantessences nurture us on mental, emotional, physical and

even spiritual levels. House cleaning isn't exactly aspiritual exercise, but adding the effects and properties ofessential oils to your homemade household products canenhance the experience and the effectiveness of yourtask.

Essential oils have potent antimicrobial effects alongwith their clean, pleasant natural aromas. Here are a few"classic" homecare essential oils suggested by theexperts at the leading aromatherapy company, AuraCacia: lemon (clean, sweet, uplifting scent; deodorizing),peppermint (minty, fresh; air purier; mild pest repellent),eucalyptus and tea tree (air and surface sanitizers; fresh,therapeutic aromas).

Here's a shopping list of key ingredients for makingyour own homecare products:

Baking soda (Sodium Bicarbonate) - Gently abrasivescouring powder, odor absorber and an excellent basefor making your own cleaning preparations.

Washing soda (Sodium Carbonate) Borax (Sodium Borate) - Natural mineral compound,

laundry booster, multipurpose cleanser, fungicide/ insecticide.

White distilled vinegar (Acetic Acid) Liquid soap (Sodium Hydroxide) - Choose from

vegetable oil-based soaps such as olive oil or sweetalmond.

Distilled water - Clean, distilled water acts as a bettercarrier and dirt solvent. Tap water will often contain saltsand minerals that can lead to spotting and build-up.


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Essential oils Spray bottles Natural bristle scrubbing brushes Squeeze bottles Cotton dusting cloth Hemp or jute ber scrubbing cloth Tote to put it all in

Follow these simple recipes for making your own basichomecare products:

Basic Spray Cleaner2 cups water1/2 teaspoon sodium borate1/4 teaspoon liquid soap36 drops essential oil**Cleansing and purifying essential oils: lemon, tea tree,eucalyptus, spike lavender.

Gentle Scouring Cream1/2 cup baking sodaLiquid soap18 drops essential oil**Oils that brighten: lemon, lemongrass, grapefruit.

Add essential oils to baking soda and blend. Next,incorporate the liquid soap, several drops at a time, until acreamy paste forms.

Window Cleaner2 cups water3 tablespoons vinegar1/4 teaspoon liquid soap36 drops essential oil

Wooden Furniture Polishing Oil

3 tablespoons vinegar1/2 teaspoon jojoba oil10 drops lemon essential oil

Carpet Deodorizing Powder1 cup baking soda18 drops essential oil**Deodorizing essential oils: bergamot, coriander seed,lavandin.

Carpet Cleaner1 cup baking soda1 teaspoon liquid soap

18 drops essential oil

Courtesy of ARAcontent

New tougher mortgage rulesset by Ottawa

F inance Minister Jim Flaherty announced in February newrules which are to be introduced to help preventhomebuyers getting into nancial difculty in years tocome.

Due to the current low mortgage rates many Canadiansare taking on mortgages which they may struggle to paywhen rates increase.

There is no evidence of a housing bubble, but weretaking prudent steps today to prevent one, Flaherty said.

The new rules include: A requirement that all borrowers meet the standards

for a ve-year xed-rate mortgage, even if theychoose a variable mortgage with a lower rate or ashorter term.

Lowering the maximum that home owners canrenance their home from 95% to 90%.

Non-owner-occupied properties purchased asinvestments will require a minimum of 20% downpayment to qualify for CMHC insurance.

It was thought that the government would raise theminimum down payment on a home from 5 to 10 percent, but this was not included on the announcement.

Maximum amortization of the current 35 years was alsoleft unchanged.

While we do not believe that Canada faces a housing

bubble, we fully support the ministers actions, the Bankof Montreal said in a release. Given the prospect ofhigher interest rates and the recent run-up in housingprices in some markets across Canada, the measuresannounced today are prudent.

House sales up on last yearThe Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) recentlyannounced the latest housing statistics which shows thatresidential house sales in January 2010 were up by 58%on the same time last year, when Canada was in the midstof an economic recession.

The average price of a home sold through MLS inJanuary this year was $328,537, up 19.6% on January2009.

The resale housing market is becoming morebalanced in a number of provinces, including my ownprovince of Saskatchewan, said CREA President DaleRipplinger. A more balanced market is likely to result insmaller price increases going forward, with buyers in lessof a rush due to an increase in supply. That said, marketconditions vary across Canada, so buyers and sellers arewise to consult with a REALTOR since they knowcurrent conditions in your local market.


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High bloodpressure on therise in Canada


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Nearly one in ve adult Canadians has high bloodpressure, a new survey from Statistics Canada reports.Thats about 4.6 million people. " Another 20 per cent ofCanadians have readings in the pre-hypertension range,meaning they are at high risk of developing high bloodpressure soon. " About 61 per cent of adults between 20

and 79 have normal blood pressure, the survey found.Men and women are about equal in their rates of highblood pressure: 19.7 per cent of men have the condition,as do 19 per cent of women. But men were less likely thanwomen to be aware of their condition and many onlybecame aware after they had their blood pressuremeasured as part of the survey.

The ndings come from the rst cycle of the CanadianHealth Measure Survey the most comprehensive healthsurvey ever carried out in Canada.

The results are based on direct, automated measures ofblood pressure taken between March 2007 throughFebruary 2009, as well as self-reported use of blood

pressure medication.While blood pressure was measured on just 3,514

respondents, aged 20 to 79, the data were weighted to berepresentative of the 23.7 million Canadian adults in thisage range.

The survey found that about 80 per cent of those adultswith high blood pressure are being treated with drugs. Inmost of those with the condition (66 per cent), medicationhas been effective in controlling their blood pressure.

But in the remaining third (who account for 6.6 per centof the adult population), their blood pressure is still toohigh.

Among women with hypertension who were takingmedication for their condition, 18 per cent still had bloodpressure that was too high. That compares with 10 percent among men.

This gender gap worsened with age. Among 60- to 69-year-olds who were using blood pressure medication, 19per cent of women still had blood pressure that was toohigh, compared with 7 per cent of men.

High blood pressure is dened as systolic pressure (theupper number) of 140 or higher, and diastolic pressure (thelower number) higher than 90.

So a reading at or above 140/90 would be consideredhigh. Normal blood pressure is below 120/80 mm Hg.

As well, anyone who reported they had used medicationfor high blood pressure in the past month was classiedas having hypertension.

High blood pressure is the number one risk factor forstroke. And, because high blood pressure can damageblood vessel walls, causes scarring that promotes thebuild-up of fatty plaque, and strains the heart, thecondition is also a major risk factor for heart disease.

The World Health Organization estimates that elevatedblood pressure is responsible for about 7.1 millionpremature deaths each year.

High blood pressure typically has no warning signs orsymptoms, which is why it is often called a silent killer.

Blood Pressure Canada, a non-prot group dedicatedto the prevention and control of hypertension in Canada,says a number of lifestyle changes can prevent or reducehigh blood pressure. They recommend:

Be physically active for 30 to 60 minutes most days ofthe week. Even a little bit of physical activity is better thannone at all.

If you are overweight, losing about 10 lbs (5 kg) willlower your blood pressure. Reducing your weight to withina healthy range will lower your blood pressure even more.

Eat less salt. The usual amounts of sodium in the

average Canadian diet are very high and increase bloodpressure. One in three Canadians with high blood pressurewould have normal blood pressure with a healthy amountof sodium in their diets.

Buy and eat more fresh foods especially fruit andvegetables.

Stop smoking. Smoking increases the risk ofdeveloping heart problems and many other diseases.

If you drink alcohol, limit the amount to one to twostandard drinks a day or less.

Useful Links:

Blood Pressure Canadawww.hypertension.ca

Lower Sodiumwww.lowersodium.ca

Heart and Stroke Foundation Canadawww.heartandstroke.ca
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10 reasons to fall in love withpotatoes

Want to do something good for your heart? Find newways to increase your intake of potassium. This nutrientmay help reduce the risk of high blood pressure andpromote heart health. The U.S. Food and Drug

Administration reports that diets containing foods that area good source of potassium and that are low in sodiummay help reduce the risk of high blood pressure andstroke.

Did you know potatoes are a good source of potassiumand contain no sodium? In fact, one medium potato (5.3ounces) with the skin on contains 620 mg of potassium.That's 18 percent of your daily requirement and more thana banana. Need more reasons to love potatoes? Read on.

1. Did you grow up listening to your mother tell you toeat your vegetables? Well, potatoes are vegetables, soeat away.

2. This one's simple: one medium-sized potato (5.3 oz.)has 110 calories and is fat- and cholesterol- free.

3. Potatoes (with the skin) are a good source ofpotassium. Research shows that potassium may helplower blood pressure, contributing to a heart-healthy diet.

4. Hit by a cold? What you eat can help ght it off. A medium-sized spud has nearly half the recommendeddaily value of vitamin C and is also a good source of

vitamin B6.5. Potatoes are also a source of dietary ber, a complexcarbohydrate, which is known to increase satiety and helpwith weight loss.

6. Russets, reds, ngerlings, blues, purples, yellowsand whites - with six common fresh potato varieties,there's always a new color or texture to experiment with.

7. No time to boil or bake? That's a good thing. Thequickest methods for cooking potatoes, microwaving andsteaming, are also the healthiest because they allow thepotato to retain the most nutritional value.

8. Potato casserole, potato salad, mashed potatoes,baked potatoes, roasted potatoes - what do these disheshave in common? They can all be made in less than 20minutes and without turning on the oven or boiling water.

9. Potatoes with skin rank highest for potassiumcontent among the top 20 most frequently consumed rawvegetables and the top 20 most frequently consumed rawfruits. That means they have more potassium than abanana, more than broccoli, more than an orange, morethan spinach ... you get the idea.

10. For a potato dish that's packed with potassium, tryQuick and Healthy Microwave Mashed Potatoes or visit

www.potatogoodness.com for more ideas.

Quick and Healthy Microwave MashedPotatoes

Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 10 minutesMakes four servings

Ingredients:1 1/4 pounds Russet potatoes (Red, white or yellow-eshed potatoes can be substituted)

1/2 cup each: nonfat plain yogurt and fat-free milk1 1/2 tablespoons healthy butter spread1/4 teaspoon sea salt (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic or seasonedsalt)Freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions:Place whole potatoes (do not poke) into microwave-safedish. Cover dish. (If covering dish with plastic wrap, pokesmall hole in plastic.) Microwave on high for 10 to 12minutes depending on strength of microwave. Use ovenmitts to remove dish from microwave; carefully removecover and mash well. Stir in yogurt, milk, butter spread

and seasonings. Cook for a minute or two more to heat ifnecessary.

Nutritional analysis per serving with skins:Calories: 170, Fat: 3.5 grams, Saturated Fat: 1 gram,Trans Fat: 0 grams, Cholesterol: 0 milligrams, Sodium:220 milligrams, Potassium: 644 milligrams,Carbohydrates: 29 grams, Fiber: 2 grams, Sugar: 4grams, Protein: 5 grams, Vitamin A: 10 percent, VitaminC: 50 percent, Calcium: 10 percent, Iron: 6 percent

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Health NewsImmigrants at lower risk of stroke

Researchers at St. Michaels Hospital and the Instituteof Clinical Evaluative Sciences (ICES) have releasedpreliminary results from a study they are conducting. Itshows that recent immigrants to Ontario have a 30%lower risk of stroke than long term residents.

What we learned could translate into long-term healthbenets for the whole population, says Dr. GustavoSaposnik, a neurologist at St. Michaels Hospital. Weneed to do further research but the study points to theneed for policies that aim to preserve the healthier state ofnew immigrants while continuing to focus on loweringstroke risk among all adults.

The study looked at new immigrants over a 12 yearperiod and matched them to the equivalent number of

people who had lived in the province for at least veyears. The participants were between the ages of 16 - 65with an average age of 34.

New immigrants face many stresses new jobs, newdiets and building new relationships our study wantedto examine how these factors affected their risk ofstroke, says Saposnik, The ndings verify the presenceof a healthy immigrant effect in relation to stroke risk.

Canadas post code heart attack survivallottery

A new study conrms what many Canadians believe:that survival of a heart attack depends upon where youlive and the facilities available.

Overall, two-thirds of Canadians live close enough tohospitals that can provide angioplasty treatment, whichsignicantly improves a heart-attack victims chances forsurvival and recovery.

In Ontario over 70% of the population live closeenough to hospitals and can receive treatment within anhour. However in New Brunswick only 15.8% wouldreceive their treatment within the golden hour.

Time is muscle heart muscle in this case and forevery minute that goes by, there is a little more permanent

damage to the heart, Dr. William Ghali of the LibinCardiovascular Institute at the University of Calgary said.Theres no question that for Canadians, equity is one

of the things we strive for in this country, he said. Socertainly where there is a situation that is notgeographically equitable, it is unsettling. It doesnt sitquite right with peopl

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