plenty. The word toronto, meaning ‘plenty‘, appeared in a French lexicon of the Wyandot language in 1632.The river became known as Rivière Taronto as the canoe route became more popular with French explorers, and by the 1750s, a fort to the east of the delta on Lake Ontario was named Fort Toronto by the French. […]

In the meantime, take the following steps to get started: Choose a Program. Start by choosing the degree program that is right for you. Prepare the Paperwork. Check Specific Admission Requirements. Submit Your Application. Wait to Be Admitted. Apply for a Visa. Arrive in Canada. How can I get direct admission to Canada? ADMISSION PROCESS […]

Gisele Bundchen. Gisele Bundchen is the highest paid Victoria’s Secret model of all time. Bundchen earned an estimated $44 million in 2015 alone and has an outside deal with Under Armour. She has an estimated net worth of $386 million. Following Bundchen, we have Adriana Lima with a $9 million annual salary. How much does […]

Ottawa is mostly a very safe and friendly city. I’ve never felt scared anywhere in Ottawa and have lived here most of my life. It’s not as multicultural as Toronto (no where is) but it is certainly an city of equality (at least in my experience). The east is very French, the west much more […]

48,485. Population settlement City Province Indian Toronto Ontario 643,370 Vancouver British Columbia 243,135 Montréal Quebec 48,485 Calgary Alberta 90,625 Is there an Indian community in Montreal? Namaste to all of our Indians in Montréal!Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Indian expats, coming from New Delhi, Chennai, […]

Education is free for all students in the Canadian public school system. High school students must attend school until age 16 or 18, depending on the province or territory. Is university free in Canada for citizens? Universities and colleges in Canada aren’t automatically free for locals and foreign students. However, they are subsidized, so students […]

Canada got full marks for Quality of Life – which reflects political and economic stability, public safety and a good job market – and Social Purpose, which looks at social justice, human and animal rights, racial equity, gender equality and religious freedom. What makes Canada such a great country? Canada has a great, world-wide reputation […]

Locals will say Toronto is like a mini-NYC, but it is not. Locals will say Toronto is the Canadian version of NYC, but it is not. Is Toronto part of New York? Toronto Province Ontario Settled 1750 (as Fort Rouillé) Established August 27, 1793 (as York) Incorporated March 6, 1834 (as Toronto) Which Canadian city […]

The Eastern Grey Squirrel is an introduced, non-native species to Vancouver Island, BC, Canada. In 1966, Eastern Grey Squirrels were transported from Ontario to a game farm in Metchosin, on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. The grey squirrels quickly escaped. How did grey squirrels get to Canada? A small number Eastern grey squirrels were […]

Niagara Falls is flowing normally despite freezing temperatures. The force and volume of water pouring over Niagara Falls has kept the falls flowing despite the cold spell that has gripped Ontario and other parts of the continent. The falls have not frozen over and probably never will. How cold is the water in Niagara Falls? […]

In 1793, Governor John Graves Simcoe established the town of York on the Toronto Purchase lands, naming it after Prince Frederick, Duke of York and Albany. Who colonized Toronto? In 1760, Robert Rogers, with an armed force of two hundred men and a flotilla of fifteen whaleboats came to secure the Toronto area for the […]

In Montreal, the women dress chic, even when they’re dressed casually. In winter, clothing gets darker, but in summer you can wear dark or bright colors. The best Montreal travel clothes are one you feel comfortable in, with breathable fabrics that hang-dry well. How do you dress like Montreal? Montreal Fashion Looks Bold & Colourful […]

The city falls within the traditional territory of three Coast Salish peoples known as, Squamish (Sḵwxwú7mesh), Tsleil-waututh and Xwméthkwyiem (“Musqueam”—from masqui “an edible grass that grows in the sea”). What was Vancouver originally called? GranvilleVancouver was originally a small sawmilling settlement, called Granville in the 1870s. What indigenous land is Vancouver on? The City of […]

In Montréal, consumers are billed for water consumed in excess of 100,000 cubic meters. The excess water consumption will be billed punctually after a meter reading. Rate per cubic metre is $0.22. Bills depend on individual families consumption. Do people pay for water in Quebec? Many municipalities in Quebec — including most boroughs in Montreal […]

Canada has a great, world-wide reputation with other countries.Canada is a peaceful nation and is at peace with many countries. Canada has more clean water than any other nation. Canada is a free and democratic society. What makes Canada unique and special? Known for its beautiful scenery, Canada is home to majestic mountain ranges, sparkling […]