Why Africa is an Underrated Destination for Expats

When we think of expat destinations, Asian and European countries are perhaps the ones that most frequently come to mind. However, Africa has plenty to offer if you’re not above giving up the comforts of a large expat community. A growing number of people have recognized the opportunities that abound in the newly-revitalized continent, and while few expats have made their lives in Africa, generally speaking, it’s likely to enter more and more conversations in the coming years.

Canadian International School Bangalore, Ranked Among India's Top 3 International Schools

Canadian International School in Bangalore India has been ranked as one of India's Top 3 International Schools by The Education World's India School Rankings 2018-19. A survey conducted in collaboration with Centre for Forecasting & Research (C fore), interviewed 12,214 people, including teachers, students, parents, principals, and educationists from 27 cities to rate the country's top 1,000 schools in 13 categories.

"It is truly an honor to be recognized as one of India's Top 3 International Schools. It is an affirmation to all that we try to do our best each and every day for our students and families," said Mr. Ted Mockrish Ed.D, Head of School. "Educators often go as unsung heroes in children's lives, so it is really great to have this recognition for our teachers and support staff who make our school what it is. Well done CIS faculty and staff," added Mr. Mockrish.

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how professional hockey player Carter Proft did it

By Joe Everson

More than five years after he began his first Athabasca University course and almost 8,000 km from where he completed most of his academic work, former Western Hockey League (WHL) scholar-athlete Carter Proft recently wrote the final examination of his final course in pursuit of a Bachelor of Commerce: Finance degree.

Proft played for three seasons in the WHL, mostly with the Spokane Chiefs after he was acquired from the Brandon Wheat Kings. He was a durable left-winger on the ice, playing in every regular-season game with the Chiefs during his final two seasons.

Canadian Expat responds to Report on Consular Services to Canadians Abroad

In a news release from Global Affairs Canada, Minister Freeland mentioned that she agrees with the Auditor General's 2018 Spring Report on Consular Services to Canadians Abroad.  The report includes seven recommendations:

How Canada's Youth Mobility Agreement With Portugal Can Impact Canadians Abroad

On May 3rd, Canada and Portugal signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will give young Canadians the opportunity to live and work in Portugal through the International Experience Canada Program.  On the surface, while perhaps interesting, this doesn't seem to be very applicable to Canadians living abroad, but we dig a little deeper and the implications are actually quite profound.

Voting Rights to be Restored to Expats through Bill C-76

The Liberal Government has introduced Bill C-76 which, among many other amendments to the Canadian Election act, removes two limitations on voting by Canadians living abroad. It will now no longer be necessary to have been residing outside Canada for less than five consecutive years.  Nor, will it be required that to intend to return to Canada to resume residence in the future.  In other words, all Canadians living abroad will be able to vote once this bill has passed.

Work and travel abroad with International Experience Canada

If you are a Canadian Youth or if you have a child that is a Canadian citizen aged 18-35,  even if you currently live abroad, International Experience Canada (IEC) offers you the opportunity to work and travel abroad. IEC provides you a path to a work permit or visa to work and explore in one of over 30 countries and territories.

The Canadian Expat to Open Facilities Abroad

The Canadian Expat is proud to announce that it is in the first steps of securing a series of properties in strategic locations around the world. Los Angeles, New York, London, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Dubai are in the crosshairs of the organization as it seeks to support Canadians and Canadian Entrepreneurs abroad. “These six cities are amongst the highest in terms of Canadian population.” Says Allan Nichols, president of the Canadian Expat. “Our goal is to support Canadians as they work to do what they do best, that is providing value back to Canada.”

Influential Canadian Expat Beth Minchau Shares Her Thoughts on Working as a Lawyer in Saudi Arabia

Beth Minchau was in a store in Saudi Arabia, juggling her kids while trying to pay for her purchases, when she had one of her biggest “culture shock” moments.

After two months of collecting nominations, boiling that list down to the top 10 most nominated individuals, and finally putting that list out to for another solid two months to be voted on by both members of the Canadian Expat community and by others around the world.  The Canadian Expat is thrilled to announce the winner of the Most Influential Canadian Expat.