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What is the Canadian Governments role In dealing with Child Labour? What is the Canadian Governments role in Child Labour? Is the Canadian Government doing enough? Should the Canadian Government do more? If you could also provide a reference link it would be greatly appreciated.

Can I claim my Canadian student loan interest on my US taxes? I have Canadian (government) student loans (in Canadian dollars) which I am still paying back from my Canadian bank account whilst I live and work in the US. Can I claim my student loan interest on my US taxes? Also do I claim the amount in Canadian dollars?

How does a Canadian business find an advertising broker in Canada? I'm trying to find an advertising broker in Canada. I want to advertise in Canadian mags like loulou, flare, chatelaine, canadian living. I heard it's cheaper to do this through a broker - anyone know any companies that do that?

How can a canadian live in the states without losing thier canadian citizenship? My boyfriend is Canadian. He wants to live here in the states with me but hes very afraid of giving up his citizenship. Mainly his healthcare. Is there any way he can be with me and still be able to keep it?

Can a person with Canadian Permanent Resident live and travel between the US/Canada? My wife is about to receive her Canadian PR in couple of months, and we are planning to move down and work in the Seattle area. I will probably have a work permit, but what about my wife's status? Is having a Canadian PR enough for us to travel back and forth between Vancouver and Seattle, of which we'll most likely do?

What will happen to Canadian exchange rate under the following two situations? The governor of the Bank of Canada announces that he will reduce inflation with a new anti-inflation program. If the public believes him, predict what will happen to the Canadian exchange rate. AND If expected inflation drops in Europe so that interest rates falls there, predict what will happen to the Canadian exchange rate.

Can Americans get a Canadian work visa in order to participate in the current job boom in Canada? I am a college graduate with a humanities degree (what a waste). Anyway, I've heard that there are amazing opportunities in Canada right now in connection to the oil and natural gas industries for both skilled and non-skilled workers. Does anyone know whether it is possible for an American without trade skills to get their foot in the door with one of these Canadian companies and to also get a working visa? Also, any extra information about the current Canadian job boom situation would be welcomed. I'm particularly interested in information regarding entry level opportunities.

What Canadian Living issue had the 1 dough-7 ways recipes for Christmas Cookies? I'm trying to find out which issue of Canadian Living posted a 1 dough - 7(?) ways recipe for cookies. It was based on a sugar cookie dough, then added ingredients to make different kinds of cookies. Anyone who can tell me what issue - or a link to the article on-line, please help!

Does the Canadian government give any financial assistance to new immigrants? A family member is planning to migrate to Canada with his family.My question is about any benefits financial and otherwise that the Canadian govt.might be giving to immigrants when they land.Would appreciate any information on this and any suggestions about useful internet sites .

As a Canadian company buying goods for resale from the USA do I have to pay US sales tax? I know as a Canadian company selling to customers outside of Canada, I am not suppose to collect and remit taxes on those purchases. Does this work for purchases outside of Canada? In other words is tax suppose to be collected?

Can a Canadian citizen purchase a home in the United States? I want to know if a Canadian can buy a house in the USA. No citizenship, or visa - just purchase land in the US. References appreciated.

Im a canadian citizen driving to maine then flying to florida. Do i need a passport for the flight to florida. I know as of now you do not need a drivers liscence and birth certificate to cross the border by land. Someone told me there is a new rule in the USA though that Canadian citizens need to show a passport even on domestic american flights? Does anyone know? Please provide me with a reference if possible.

Is a Canadian teacher qualified to work in California? I am a Canadian who is planning to move to California in the next year. I have a 4 year undergraduate bachelors degree and a post-graduate bachelor of education from the province of Ontario. I am qualified to teach French and Art in grades 7-12. Does anyone know if my qualifications will be valid in California? What do I need to do to be hired by a school board as an international applicant? What kind of visa would I need? Any relevant info would be very helpful. Thanks!

In my Canadian personal taxes, how do I account for a personal loan I made to an incorporated company? During 2007, I made a loan (Canadian $) to an incorporated company in Canada. How do I account for this in my personal income tax? Can I deduct this money from my income?

How can Canadian consumers organize a class action suit against Mattel for the recall of their toys? I for one do not accept Mattel Chairman's for recalled toys. Lead paint has been banned in Canada for many years. According to Mattel's annual report saftey is assured. I am appauled beyond belief at the severe repercussions Mattel's lack of quality control has had on the lives of our precious children. I would ask all who read this to boycott Mattel for life. Anything short of this is absolving them from the total irresponsibility they have shown in their disregard for the safety of families who have bought their products for years. Quality control and safety testing should be their number one concern and they have failed miserably. I would welcome hearing from any Canadian lawyer who would be interested in providing free legal advice as to how to commence a class action suit against all those responsible. Before I return any toys for another manufactured by Mattel, I want to give a voice to the children who may have been affected by this travesity.

How long does it take to sponsor a Canadian to come to US? Hi, My good friend is Canadian and he's getting married to a girl who is US citizen. I have below questsions that I hope to help my good friend. Thank you: 1/ How long does it take for my friend to become US permanent residence? 2/ How long does it take for my friend to have legal work status in US? 3/ Does he need to be in US while the sponsoring paperwork being submitted and processed? Or can he stay in Canada until the paperwork is done? Does it have any effect in the paperwork whether he is in US or in Canada after they have the marriage license? (right now my friend is still in Canada) 4/ Does US allow double citizenships? (like my friend is already Canadian, is it ok for him to become US citizen and still hold the Canadian citizenship)? 5/ If after he comes to work in US (after having legal working permit), does he still need to pay income tax to Canada? 6/ He has houses in Canada, does he need to pay property tax to US and Canada if he does not sell them?

How do I find a Canadian employer who hires foreign applicants? I recentl applied for immigration to Canada. The normal process takes 3 to 5 years for approval but can be shortened if I can get a Canadian employer w/ a job offer. How can I get access to Canadian employers willing to hire foreign nationals?

What does a Canadian have to do in order to become a United States citizen? Also, does anyone know how long a Canadian can stay in the country if just visiting? If they want to stay longer than that, what do they have to do? By the way, I'm not a Canadian...I'm an American, I'm asking for someone else who wants to come here.

How does the Canadian credit system work? I am very familiar with the US credit system as I am in real estate. I am curious how the Canadian system works. Also, when Canadians (or any other immigrants) move to the US they have to start all over again with regards to building credit. Is the same true a US citizen, emigrating to Canada?

How can a Canadian citizen work in the US? How long will it take to get a working visa? What if the person marry a US citizen for love? Can that US citizen help the Canadian citizen a working visa quicker? And how long will it take..

When does the Canadian ski season start and finish? Which months from and to? I'm trying to find out when the Canadian ski season officially starts. I've heard it's earlier than the European season. When do the resorts officially open for the ski season?

How does a Canadian gal working legally in the US marry a US guy and stay with him permanently? I'm a Canadian female who has a work visa to work in the US for a few years. I met a boy that I started a relationship with and we are very happy together. So, we want to take the next step and get married. We want to know how hard it will to get married. And, once we get married, what steps would I have to take to then become a permanent US citizen? Also, we were planning on having a second wedding in Canada for my family and friends still living there, so they could join in on the fun. Is that possible and legal? What will that do with his status? We are planning on living in the US permanently, so other than vacationing in Canada from time to time we won't be living there for any lengthy period of time. Thank you in advance for any help!

How did the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom affect the Chinese? How did it change the Chinese' rights? When were the Chinese officially allowed to become Canadian citizens?

What does a canadian citizen need to enter US Buffalo? Im a Canadian citizen and am planning to drive to Buffalo tomorrow. Do I need a passport to go thru or not? Will a citizenship card do?

How does the Canadian dollar affect interest rates? Now that the Canadian dollar is at parity with the US dollar, I've been hearing in the news that the Bank of Canada will be hiking interest rates. What is the reason behind this? How exactly does the dollar affect the interest rate? Thanks!

Visa required to work for a Canadian company while in South Korea as a tourist? I am a Canadian working for a Canadian IT company. I am planning on working for the same company while I travel to South Korea as a tourist for 6 months. I have consulted the Korean Embassy in Toronto, and they say that I do not require a visa in my situation. Can anyone confirm or provide additional details/advice?

How much does the Canadian government spend to hold a bi-election? Stephen Harper, the Prime Minister of Canada just dissolved Parliament and called a general election for October 14. However there were 3 bi-elections scheduled for tomorrow (September 8) and another for September 22 which have now been canceled. How much is this wasting the Canadian tax-payer?

How long can a Canadian Citizen live in another country without losing retirement benefits and healthcare? My boyfriend is Canadian, I am an American. We are researching how best to join our lives. I have begun to lookinto Dual Citizenship (Grandparents never naturalized), but want to exhaust all possibilities.

What are the laws regarding a British National marrying a Canadian Citizen? What are the laws regarding a British National marrying a Canadian Citizen? My fiance is a Canadian and i am a British citizen. We want to marry this summer but do not know the laws around marrying a foreign national on Canadian grounds. What papers would be needed? Can anyone provide links to information? What is the waiting time before the marriage license can be applied for?

What are the tax implications to my Canadian corporation if I live outside Canada? I have been a Canadian resident and own a Canadian corporation. Now, I am getting to my retirement age, and wish to live somewhere outside Canada where the climate is warm and no snow. I would ask my son-in-law to take care of my business when I live south.

What dating websites allow Canadian singles to communicate for absolutely free? What dating websites have lots of Canadian singles who can not only register for free but, unlike lavalife and eHarmony, also communicate with one another for absolutely free?

Can I substitute smoked canadian bacon in a recipe for Au-gratin potatoes & ham? Any other recipe for the smoked canadian bacon would be nice too! Thanks!

What are the legal documents that a Canadian citizen needs to move to Ireland ? I am a Canadian citizen, but i am orgionally from Pakistan. I have both a Canadian and a Pakistani passport, just want to know if i can move to Ireland if yes what legal documents will i need ?

How can I transfer my Canadian drivers license to an Ohio license without taking the driving test? I am a student in Ohio and have a valid Canadian drivers license. I need to get an Ohio license for my insurance in Ohio. Can I just take the written test? It doesn't make sense for me to have to prove my driving skills on a road test when I have a valid drivers license. I know people from other states only have to take a written test. How can I do the same?

What do u think the Canadian Tire Company can do to improve its satisfaction of customers & profits? What do u think the Canadian Tire Company can do to improve its satisfaction of customers & profits? Give as much ideas as u can. Thank u for ur help.

What are some examples in Canadian history of racial division? I'm doing an essay and I'm looking for an example in Canadian history of where people were divided according to their ethnic groups for some reason. It's backing up a point in my essay. Anyone got any?

What is the most convenient Canadian city to immigrate to? I am an Instrucor of English as a Foreign Language. I have a BA in English language and literature and IHCTL (EFL Diploma). I have 7 years experience and I can speak fluent French, too. I am considering immigrating to Canada. Please help me which city would be more convenient for me to find a job easily and to settle down. And do I have to get a Canadian qualification to practise my job once I am there? Many thanks.

What is the difference between Canadian money and American money? How much is 1 american dollar in canada and how much is 1 canadian dollar in america? I need to know please im going to canada. Thanks

What is the most popular Canadian tourist destination in the US, excluding cities on the border? I wanna know from Washington, DC, where can I go to find the most Canadian travelers. Is Cape May, New Jersey a popular Quebcois destination? I wanna go somewhere where I can meet Canadian people because I like them.

What is needed as a Canadian Citizen to marry someone form the Philippines living in the Philippines? What documantion is needed as a Canadian or a U.S. resident to obtain a marriage certificate in the Philippines if marrying a Philipina? also what are some of the costs & regulations of the whole marriage thing in the Philippines?

As a Canadian seeking US citizenship, will the US make me renounce my Canadian status? I am Canadian, married to a US citizen and live in the US as a permanent resident. I am able to apply for my US citizenship. I don't want to give up my Canadian citizenship. If I get US citizenship I understand the US recognizes only one citizenship but Canada will recognize dual. Will the US make me renounce my Canadian status? I want to be able to move back to Canada in the future, but hold dual citizenship in case I need to move back to the US. Can I hold dual citizenship without comprimising my Canadian status?

How much time does the Canadian Embassy in Rome need to give you a study permit? I am from Albania and I sent my documents for a study permit to the Canadian Embassy in Rome and I haven't taken any information yet. I sent my aplication form on July 8th. Please who can give me any answer I am waiting for that.

Common law marrage between and canadian man and american woman and work? I am Canadian born, and my finance is finishing up school in florida. I proposed during our just before I had to move home to canada. We are planning to move to Toronto together to get ourselves started in July it is Feb right now. What goes into the application for common law marrage and when would my finance be able to work?

Canadian resident filing US tax return, how do I report income as an independent contractor? I am a Canadian resident and have received Form 1099-MISC for income I earned in the US as a subcontractor. There was no US tax withheld. Is anyone familiar with Article XIV of the Canada-US tax treaty? Does it mean I can opt to pay tax in Canada rather than the US on this income? I was physically present and working in the US but do not/did not maintain a fixed office there. Thanks form Little Bird!

How can a Canadian obtain a US secret security clearance to work on a US Dept of Homeland Security contract? Canadian citizen (4rth generation) PhD (Physics) I have an active low level Canadian security clearance. A US company contracted by the US Dept of Homeland Security is just starting research on a topic where I already have experimental proof of concept and a US patent filed.

How Do I get rid of Canadian Geese? There is a retention pond behind my house and it's populated with Canadian geese and their young currently. They get through the pond fence and run amok around the neighborhood, dumping feces and eating peoples lawns with immunity to injury as they're protected by Treaty. I will be bringing it up at the annual meeting of the homeowners Assoc. June 5th to see what can be done. Any realistic suggestions?

What exactly does the strong Canadian dollar mean for the CND economy and more importantly, Canadian people? I am a Candian living abroad and all I hear about in the Canadian news is growing strength of the CND dollar. Although this affects me very little where I am, what sort of changes does this mean for the Canadian citizens at home?

Canadian citizen may want to work in the US after graduating. What do I need? I am a Canadian Citizen thinking about working in the US after graduating from University. I am wondering what type of certification I will need to enable that. Do I need a passport? A work visa? Am I allowed to visit for conferences and trips if I don't have either?

What are the requirements of a canadian if he plans to relocate here in Philippines after we get married here? My canadian boyfriend wants to marry me here in Phillippines who's 84 years old and after that wants to apply for permanent residency here in Philippines?What will be the process?

What is the Canadian Government law for holidays? My parents received a notice from the federal government CIC office to write the citizenship exam. The company (the supervisor not the company itself) that my dad works for refused to give him a paid holiday. I thought that any federal government “request to appear” notices for things like jury duty, citizenship exam, etc automatically consider to me a mandatory holiday. I mean if a person is reporting to Government of Canada, the Canadian companies are obligated to give paid holiday for that day or period. Please give me some advice. I think my parents have faced discrimination in this company. I need to make sure the Government of Canada position on this before do anything. So, is a person is entitle to paid holidays for Canadian Federal Government orders? Any, information is highly appreciated.

How do you qualify for the Canadian national wrestling team? Do you need to win the nationals to get onto the national wrestling team? What is the difference between qualifying for the USA national team and the Canadian national team?

If Im working in Canada making Canadian money and Im a US citizen, do I have to pay American taxes? Do I have to pay the IRS money for income I made in Canada (Canadian Dollar) on a work visa?

How to do business with a Canadian company withought being in Canada? I am currently in US and I have a company registered here. I may have a business deal with a Canadian company very soon. I will be providing them a few people to work on their projects. Do I need to register my company in Canada for this? Thanks !! Any info appreciated. How to do business with a Canadian company withought being in Canada? I am currently in US and I have a company registered here. I may have a business deal with a Canadian company very soon. I will be providing them a few people to work on their projects. These people will no longer be employees of my company. Instead they will be joining the Canadian employer on their payroll. Do I need to register my company in Canada for this? Thanks !! Any info appreciated.

Is the submission process different between US and UK/Canadian literary agents? I'm expanding my lit agent search to UK and Canadian agents. I have my standard query letter model that I've used for US agents, but I wasn't sure if there's a different culture regarding submissions for UK or Canadian agents. I've read that UK agents generally don't place as much importance on the letter as US agents do, and if that's the case, I'm assuming you can keep it bare bones. Advice?

What documentation is needed for a Canadian to enter Mexico for a 2-week vacation these days? I am planning a vacation in Puerto Vallarta in the beginning of March. Will I need a Canadian passport, or will my birth certificate/drivers licence do?

What does it take for a Canadian to get a work permit for the US? My friend is a Canadian resident of Windsor, but would like to work in Detroit and surrounding areas of Michigan as a children's entertainer. What does it take to get a work visa, or permit, etc? If you have any web addresses for the paperwork, or for follow up information, that would be greatly appreciated too! Thank you! ___EDIT___ Yes, I know it is easy to just come over the border... but larger companies REQUIRE the correct paperwork. I am not looking for a work-around, I am looking for an ANSWER.

How to transfer a Canadian Citizenship to The US citizenship? Hi, My friend is a Canadian citizen and now she wants to move to the United States with her husband and one kid to live in the United States for ever. Is it possible for her to come to the US and hold a new american citizenship? What are the procedures in order to tranfer the Canadian Citizenship to an American Citizenship?

The Canadian dollar has reached par with the American dollar. How is it doing against other currencies? Has the Canadian dollar gained in value, or is the greenback plummeting?