Education marketers tell us Canada is involved in a four-way battle for international students along with Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States - and the good news is Canada may be gaining the upper hand.By way of evidence, there's Vinodan Senthinathan, an engaging 21-year-old international student from Bahrain who chose Canada over the other major English-language education destinations - and for good reason."The U.S. doesn't give...more
The Canada national rugby union team represents Canada in international rugby union. They are governed by Rugby Canada, and play in red and black. Canada is classified by the International Rugby Board (IRB) as a tier two rugby nation. There are ten tier one nations, and seven tier two nations, the others being Fiji, Japan, Romania, Samoa, Tonga and the USA. Canada competes in competitions such as the Churchill Cup and the Rugby World Cup. The...more
The Canada national rugby union team represents Canada in international rugby union. They are governed by Rugby Canada, and play in red and black. Canada is classified by the International Rugby Board (IRB) as a tier two rugby nation. There are ten tier one nations, and seven tier two nations, the others being Fiji, Japan, Romania, Samoa, Tonga and the USA. Canada competes in competitions such as the Churchill Cup and the Rugby World Cup. The sheer size of Canada means that talent is scattered across the country making the job of coaches and selectors very difficult. The climate is also unfavourable for playing rugby union for much of the year in most parts of the country.Canada has been playing international rugby since the early 1930s, making their debut in 1932 against Japan. Canada have competed at every World Cup since the tournament was first staged in 1987, the only North American team to do so. Canada achieved their best result at the World Cup in 1991, where they reached the quarter-finals. Canada is the dominant power of North American rugby and considered second only to Argentina in the Americas. Canada is currently ranked fourteenth by the IRB.Canada beat the United...more
Canada, second largest country by area, is occupied with millions of abnormal peoples. In 1867, Canada was formed federal dominion of four provinces. In present, it has ten provinces and three territories. It is bilingual with English and French language at federal level. It is also highly developed country. Having wide area, Canada has most of...more
Nova Scotia Cottages and Hotels-A Trip to the BeachWhether swimming or surfing the area around Halifax offers up some of Nova Scotia's best beaches. If you want to surf, then go north. If you like to swim, then head on over to Point Pleasant Park, which is an inner city experience that takes you out of the downtown without leaving the downtown. If...more
Nova Scotia Cottages and Hotels-Cape Breton Step DancingScottish immigrants are responsible for bringing step dancing to North America. The traditional art form continues to thrive today on Cape Breton Island. Cape Breton Island step dancing is unique and should not be confused with other forms of step dancing that is taught in other parts of Canada.One primary difference is that Cape Breton dancing is not competitive. Other types such as the Celtic, Irish or Scottish forms almost always involve competition. There is also no specific uniform or costume to wear while performing the dance. The dancers do wear hard soled shoes in order to make noise on flood. Dancers sometimes use tap shoes, however many purists frown on this practice.The focus of the dance should be on the feet, but posture and technique are very important. Hands and shoulders should be back and in place, just like in other forms of step dancing. One big difference is that there is no high kicking.Step dancing happens in two different formations. The first is performance, where a step dancer or multiple dancers, dance to strath-spey and reel tunes, in front of an audience. Step dancers don't learn specific...more
Nova Scotia Cottages and Hotels-CasinosLooking for round the clock entertainment? Well the casinos of Nova Scotia never close on the weekends. Gambling is not the only draw. There are concerts and a variety of unique dining experiences and...more
Flying across the Atlantic to Canada presents a massive choice of options for escaping from the hurly-burly of everyday life, and taking things down to a more serene pace. There is an increasing trend for taking a holiday to Canada and similar...more
Nova Scotia Cottages and Hotels-Free Things to do in HalifaxDon't let vacationing on a budget make you think you can't find anything to do. There are plenty of things to do in Halifax and not all of them cost money. Ask your travel agent for help,...more
Thinking of visiting the capital city of Canada? Ottawa has plenty to offer its visitors. It may not be buzzing with hectic energy like other metropolitan cities, but it possesses a relaxed atmosphere and idyllic charm that gives much pleasure to...more
Receivable Financing in Canada is fast becoming a mainstream financing strategy for Canadian business owners and financial managers. However, in talking to clients they are concerned about two key issues around this innovative financing method.Those...more
New Brunswick Hotels and Motels-Kings LandingThis part of Canada was originally peopled with loyalists to the British crown who fled America at the start of the Revolution War. By 1783 more than 15,000 Loyalists had come to the area, with many...more