Using Children As Interpreters
By Aruna Papp Research shows that immigrant children learn English faster than their parents, therefore it is understandable why some parents use their children as interpreters. Parents requiring assistance might be reluctant to ask…
Training: Back to School or Back to Zero
Over three years ago, Sabine moved from her home country, Germany, to Toronto, where she has been working as a journalist and translator ever since. Up to this day, she still lovers everything about Canada – apart from the winters. Ever…
Tax Matters: Give Wisely
By Michael Crawford Canadians are a generous people. Currently there are over 85,000 registered charities in Canada that cater to a variety of goals such as the relief of poverty; advancement of education or religion or “other purposes…
Work: The Workplace of the Future
by Sandra Fletcher (Picture of Asimo courtesy of American Honda Motor Co. Inc) CNMAGIn the 1980s it was thought by many that employment in the year 2000 would have us all balancing work and leisure using technology to assist us to a perfect…
The taste of the Danforth
The Taste of the Danforth 2008, 15th celebration of Greek cuisine in Toronto, looked more like a celebration of umbrellas than food. The rain, a frequent visitor this summer, made the starts of the show —souvlakis, sosaties and brochettes—…
Job Boards for Medical Professionals
These Canadian job boards, with listings of available positions, can help you find employment in your branch of medicine. Some of the job boards are completely healthcare-oriented; others have sections with jobs in the medical field. If you…
Teaching ESL: An Extraordinary Career Path
By Ursula Gnass After more than 22 years as an ESL/LINC instructor, I am getting ready to scale down my involvement. I love teaching, interacting with people and seeing individuals grow. My first experience in ESL was in the elementary…
Tax Matters – On a Need to Know Basis
By Michael L. Crawford, BA(Hons), CMA There are a few things about taxes that every Canadian needs to know about. Resources www.cra.gc.ca. That’s it. It’s that simple to find the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on the internet. From here you…
Taking Care of Your Eyes
By Gilda Spitz According to an old proverb, "The eyes are the mirror of the soul." That's only one of many reasons why you should take good care of your eyes.
Stoolball – The Great-Great-Grandmother of Baseball and Cricket
By Ruth Tendulkar Sarah, the milkmaid stuck her head in the barn door. “Oi, Rosie, coming out to Potter’s field for a whack at the old stool?” she asked.