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Top 5 Canadian Cities for New Immigrants

New immigrants can find numerous opportunities to succeed in Canada's welcoming cities which thrive with diversity and energy. Every Canadian city offers distinctive benefits which include economic opportunities together with cultural experiences. These five Canadian cities are recognized as top destinations for newcomers seeking new beginnings.

1. Toronto, Ontario

The biggest city in Canada Toronto stands as a dynamic metropolis celebrated for its economic strength and cultural diversity. Half of Toronto's inhabitants originate from abroad demonstrating its position as a key destination for immigrants.The city's diverse communities make it simpler for newcomers to establish cultural bonds and support networks.

The Toronto economy excels in a variety of industries, including banking, technology, healthcare and education.  Major banks and organizations have placed their headquarters in the Financial District along Bay Street, creating countless job opportunities. Toronto is a prominent technology hub, ranking as North America's third largest tech center behind Silicon Valley and New York City. Professionals from multiple industries find Toronto appealing because the city prioritizes innovation and growth.

Culturally, Toronto has various museums, galleries and festivals, including the Toronto International Film Festival and Caribana, which celebrates Caribbean culture. The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), the city's public transportation system, provides wide coverage, making it easier for citizens to navigate. Many visitors discover that the city's vibrant lifestyle and opportunities outweigh the high cost of living.

2. Vancouver, British Columbia

Vancouver, located between the Pacific Ocean and the Coastal Mountain Range, is well-known for its stunning natural beauty and mild temperature. The city is a cultural melting pot, with visible minorities accounting for roughly half of the total population. This diversity is evident in the city's strong food industry, cultural festivals and community gatherings.

Vancouver has a varied economy, with strengths in technology, film production, and tourism. The city is a prominent film production center, hence the nickname "Hollywood North." The Port of Vancouver is one of the largest in North America, allowing international trade and boosting the city's economy. Vancouver has a thriving startup ecosystem and several established tech enterprises.

Stanley Park is one of the several parks and natural places in the city that reflects the commitment to sustainability and environmentally friendly living. The city’s public transportation system is advanced, as buses, SkyTrains and SeaBus connect various locations. Despite the fact that the costs of owning property are some of the highest in Canada, a great number of people believe that the natural setting and quality of life justifies the price.

3. Montreal, Quebec

Montreal is a North American city in a league of its own. To start with, it is the largest city in the Quebec province of Canada which is a French-speaking province, hence intertwining European charm with distinct North American dynamism. The French and English speaking population allows immigrants to easily adapt to the culture while also making use of local facilities so the blending is seamless. 

Montreal is a global hub for artificial intelligence research and is also home to key industries like aerospace, technology, pharmaceuticals and design. Multinational professionals from all over the world flock to the city for job opportunities which helps boost the economy. Along with other Canadian cities, Montreal is also known for its higher standard of living, but Montreal is unique in the fact that it has the most affordable housing among major Canadian cities. The cost of living is relatively lower which is an added benefit. The public transport system provided by the government also boosts commuting convenience. 

Montreal’s colorful and vibrant local culture is arguably one of the strongest reasons immigrants choose to relocate to the city. With festivals being an inseparable part of life in Montreal, the Montreal International Jazz Festival and Just for Laughs comedy festival being two of the most popular ones, keeps the passion for culture and civilization blazing. Every neighborhood in Montreal has a unique touch which allows new citizens to experience something completely new.

4. Calgary, Alberta

Calgary stands out as a city with great life quality, robust economic activities, and closeness to natural wonders such as the Rocky Mountains. It has a multicultural populace and a large percentage of the residents in the city are immigrants. Traditionally, Calgary has had an energy-based economy focused on oil and gas. More recently, it has been expanding into other industries like technology, manufacturing and finance. The city has a strong median family income rate and a low unemployment rate, which does wonders for professionals hoping to advance their careers.

Calgary's economy has been growing which has helped with the cost of living, which is lower than other major cities such as Toronto and Vancouver. The public transportation system in the city, Calgary Transit, operates a network of buses and a light rail system called CTrain, which helps with jumping around the city easily. Calgary Stampede is another famous event held in the city where people from all over the globe come together to celebrate Calgary's western cultural heritage. There are also many national parks and ski resorts close to the city for those who prefer outdoor activities.

5. Montreal, Quebec

Ottawa serves as the heart of Canada as the capital city of the country. It serves a great combination of heritage, economy, and great living standards. It is renowned for its cleanliness, sanity, and green areas, making it perfect for people looking for a tranquil setting. The federal government bolsters Ottawa’s economy, being the region’s largest employer, which allows the government to provide a stable job environment to public service professionals. Additionally, with its increasing technology industries, Ottawa has received the name “Silicon Valley North.”

The cost of living in Ottawa is reasonable, and the price index is notably lower than that of Toronto. Ottawa's public transportation system OC Transpo includes extensive bus service and light rail known as the O-Train. Moreover Ottawa is known for the University of Ottawa and Carleton University which makes the city perfect for scholars and students. The city hosts a large number of national cultural attractions such as museums and galleries in addition to annual events like the Canadian Tulip Festival. Two of the main languages spoken in the city are English and French, making the environment welcoming for people immigrating to the city.

Conclusion

Each of these cities offers something unique for new immigrants. Whether you prioritize job opportunities, affordability, or cultural diversity, there’s a Canadian city that’s right for you. Before making your decision, consider factors like the job market, cost of living and lifestyle to find the best fit for you and your family.

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ABC News in Australia covers the story of how community groups all over the country are coming together as a community to provide for returning Gazan families.

El Rahman Inc. stands at the forefront of this community effort in Naarm/Melbourne, and on the organisation’s Instagram page, regularly posts updates on what supplies are currently needed. It accepts monetary and supply donations at drop off points (which are currently closed until the 28th Dec).

The PCIA has also been instrumental in organising resources for returning Palestinian families. For more widespread support not limited to Melbourne, please consider donating to the Arab Council of Australia, another independent non-profit which has a long history of supporting their community. They are based in New South Wales, which is home to Australia's largest population of Arabic-speaking Australians.

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ABC's news report also highlights that between October 7 and November 20, Home Affairs granted 860 visas to Palestinians, including those seeking to depart Gaza. However, what they fail to give proper attention to is the fact that Israel has been preventing Palestinians from leaving.

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Of the around 860 visas distributed, only 143 Palestinians have managed to successfully arrive in Australia, with the number of new names being added to 'the list' falling to a pathetic degree. To understand the grave conditions of Palestinians awaiting safe passage, this is a great article to read. And although politicians like Penny Wong insist they are doing everything in their power to help Palestine in this time, Australia still shamefully stands by its strongest ally, the US, and actively provides military surveillance of the Gaza Strip to Israeli sources through Pine Gap, a military base in Alice Springs.

In this time, it is imperative to maintain pressure on the Australian government. Protest and vocal pro-Palestine movement is the only thing that caused Australia to eventually vote for a ceasefire in the recent UN resolution, after their cowardly performance earlier. Resources like vic_socialists on Instagram, regardless of where you may stand on their performance as a party itself, has been outstanding in organising regular protest movements across all of Victoria. APAN also maintains a list of pro-Palestine events all around Australia on their website, although I'm not sure at this point if it's exhaustive.

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Tooth fairy

Tooth fairy

The tooth fairy is a folkloric figure of early childhood in Western and Western-influenced cultures.  The folklore states that when children lose one of their baby teeth, they should place it underneath their pillow or on their bedside table; the Tooth Fairy will visit while they sleep, replacing the lost tooth with a small payment.

Origins

During the Middle Ages, other superstitions arose surrounding children's teeth. Children in England were instructed to burn their baby teeth, on pain of spending eternity searching for the baby teeth in the afterlife. Fear of witches was another reason to bury or burn teeth. In medieval Europe, it was thought that a witch could assume total power over someone if they were to obtain one of their teeth. 

Another modern incarnation of these traditions into an actual Tooth Fairy has been traced to a 1908 "Household Hints" item in the Chicago Daily Tribune:

Tooth Fairy. Many a refractory child will allow a loose tooth to be removed if he knows about the Tooth Fairy. If he takes his little tooth and puts it under the pillow when he goes to bed the Tooth Fairy will come in the night and take it away, and in its place will leave some little gift. It is a nice plan for mothers to visit the 5-cent counter and lay in a supply of articles to be used on such occasions. 

Appearance

Unlike Father Christmas and, to a lesser extent, the Easter Bunny, there are few details of the Tooth Fairy's appearance that are consistent in various versions of the myth. A 1984 study conducted by Rosemary Wells revealed that most, 74 percent of those surveyed, believed the Tooth Fairy to be female, while 12 percent believed the Tooth Fairy to be neither male nor female, and 8 percent believed the Tooth Fairy could be either male or female.  When asked about her findings regarding the Tooth Fairy's appearance, Wells explained: "You've got your basic Tinkerbell-type Tooth Fairy with the wings, wand, a little older and whatnot. Then you have some people who think of the tooth fairy as a man, a bunny rabbit, or a mouse."  One review of published children's books and popular artwork found the Tooth Fairy to be depicted in many different forms, including as a child with wings, a pixie, a dragon, a blue mother-figure, a flying ballerina, two little older men, a dental hygienist, occasionally a female dentist, a potbellied flying man smoking a cigar, a bat, a bear, and others. Unlike the well-established imagining of Santa Claus, differences in renderings of the Tooth Fairy are not as upsetting to children. 

Depiction on coins and currency 

Starting in 2011, the Royal Canadian Mint began selling special sets for newborn babies, birthdays, wedding anniversaries, "Oh Canada", and the Tooth Fairy. The Tooth Fairy quarters, which were issued only in 2011 and 2012, were packaged separately. 

In 2020, the Royal Australian Mint began issuing "Tooth Fairy kits" that included commemorative $2 coins.

Reward

The reward left varies by country, the family's economic status, amounts the child's peers report receiving, and other factors.  A 2013 survey by Visa Inc. found that American children receive $3.70 per tooth on average.  According to the same survey, only 3% of children find a dollar or less and 8% find a five-dollar bill or more under their pillow. 

The reward is affected by inflation.  According to data gathered by the American dental insurance company Delta Dental, the average payout per tooth in the United States rose from $1.30 in 1998 to $6.23 in 2023.  According to Delta Dental, the payout's trends typically mirror macroeconomic conditions and the S&P 500 stock index. 

Delta Dental found that the first tooth lost gets a higher reward than other teeth on average in the United States.

Belief

Belief in the Tooth Fairy is viewed in two very different ways. On the one hand, children's beliefs are seen as part of the trusting nature of childhood. Conversely, belief in the Tooth Fairy is frequently used to label adults as being too trusting and ready to believe anything. 

Parents tend to view the myth as providing comfort for children in losing a tooth.  Research finds that belief in the Tooth Fairy may comfort a child experiencing fear or pain from losing a tooth.  Mothers especially seem to value a child's belief as a sign that their "baby" is still a child and is not "growing up too soon".  By encouraging belief in a fictional character, parents allow themselves to be comforted that their child still believes in fantasy and is not yet "grown up". 

Children often discover the Tooth Fairy is imaginary as part of the age 5- to 7-year shift, often connecting this to other gift-bearing imaginary figures (such as Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny). 

Author Vicki Lansky advises parents to tell their children early that the tooth fairy pays much more for a perfect tooth than a decayed one. According to Lansky, some families leave a note with the payment, praising the child for good dental habits. 

Research findings suggest a possible relationship between a child's continued belief in the Tooth Fairy (and other fictional characters) and false memory syndrome

Related myths

El Ratón Pérez (Spain and Latin America) 

In Spain and Hispanic America, El Ratoncito Pérez or Ratón Pérez (lit. transl. Perez the Little Mouse or Perez Mouse) is equivalent to the Tooth Fairy. He first appeared in an 1894 tale written by Luis Coloma for King Alfonso XIII, who had just lost a milk tooth at the age of eight.  As is traditional in other cultures, when a child loses a tooth it is customary for the child to place it under the pillow so that El Ratoncito Pérez will exchange it for a small payment or gift. The tradition is almost universal in Spanish cultures, with some slight differences.

He is generally known as "El Ratoncito Pérez",  except for some regions of Mexico, Peru, and Chile, where he is called "El Ratón de los Dientes" (transl. The Tooth Mouse), and in Argentina, Venezuela, Uruguay, and Colombia, where he is known simply as "El Ratón Pérez". He was used by Colgate marketing in Venezuela  and Spain.

Elsewhere in Europe 

In Italy, the Tooth Fairy (Fatina dei denti) is also often replaced by a tiny mouse named Topolino. In some areas the same role is held by Saint Apollonia, known as Santa Polonia in Veneto.  (Saint Apollonia's legendary martyrdom involved having her teeth broken; she is frequently depicted artistically holding a tooth and is considered the patron saint of dentistry and those with toothache and dental problems.)

In France and French-speaking Belgium, this character is called La Petite Souris (The Little Mouse). From parts of Lowland Scotland comes a tradition similar to the fairy mouse: a white fairy rat who purchases children's teeth with coins.

In Catalonia, the most popular would be Els Angelets (little angels) and also "Les animetes" (little souls) and as in the other countries, the tooth is placed under the pillow in exchange of a coin or a little token.

In the Basque Country, and especially in Biscay, there is Mari Teilatukoa ("Mary from the roof"), who lives in the roof of the baserri and catches the teeth thrown by the children. In Cantabria, he is known as L'Esquilu de los dientis ("the tooth squirrel). 

Asia and Africa

In Japan, a different variation calls for lost upper teeth to be thrown straight down to the ground and lower teeth straight up into the air; the idea is that incoming teeth will grow in straight. 

In Korea, throwing both upper and lower teeth on the roof was common.  The practice is rooted around the Korean national bird, the magpie. It is said that if the magpie finds a tooth on the roof, it will bring good luck.  Some scholars think the myth derived from the word 까치(Ka-chi) which was a middle Korean word for magpies that sounds similar to "new teeth", or because of the significance of magpies in Korean mythology as a messenger between gods and humans. 

In Middle Eastern countries

 (including Iraq, Jordan, Egypt, and Sudan), there is a tradition of throwing a baby tooth up into the sky to the sun or to Allah. This tradition may originate in a pre-Islamic offering dating back to the 13th century. It was also mentioned by Izz bin Hibat Allah Al Hadid in the 13th century. 

In Mali, children throw baby teeth into the chicken coop to receive a chicken the following day. 

In Afrikaans speaking families in South Africa, children leave their teeth in a shoe so that the Tandemuis (Tooth Mouse) can replace the teeth with money.

In popular culture

In 1927, a children's playwright, Esther Watkins Arnold, brought to life an extraordinary, elf-like creature, in an 8-page playlet. She playfully christened it as the "Tooth fairy", and this mythical creature had the power to fly around visiting young children, to collect their fallen (milk) teeth.

See also

Don't Be Afraid of the Dark – A film featuring an early version of the creatures

Fairy

Ratoncito Pérez – Spanish tooth mouse

Hammaspeikko – Finnish tooth troll

Hogfather – Discworld novel featuring their version of the Tooth Fairy

CR   ::      https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tooth_fairy

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Okay, so I'm going to try my best to explain the sleepy bois Inc. family the best I can!

Sleepy boys Inc refers to the 4/4 crew, Philza, Wilbur, Technoblade, and Tommyinnit. Sleepy boys didn't start becuase of a server, it just started becuase they acted like family whenever they streamed together, regardless of what they were streaming.

Philza has even talked about how he and the other two would be a but overprotective of Tommy and would ban weirdos from his chat, since at the time Tommy was a minor.

You'll often get donos from each of them appearing in each other's streams. Like Wilburs rants on why him eating sand is okay, or why he hates anteaters with a burning passion.

Kristin is Philzas real life wife! Chat refers to her as Mumza a lot and she's usually depicted in Lore as the goddess of death! She's great!

However before Kristin was made canon there was a joke about the sleepy boys mom being a Samsung smart fridge which Wilbur was adamant was canon.

For more unhinged family tree stuff, in the dream smp Wilbur had a canon son, Fundy, who's mom was a salmon named Sally. At first Wilbur was against any mermaid or shape-shifter Sally headcannons, being pretty adamant about Sally just being a normal Salmon. Even saying that he 'canonically had sex with a fish'.

Here's some good clips/videos for you!

https://youtu.be/cO6kAQGU5CY - one of the fridge clips

https://youtu.be/6J6kJbJSVsU - fridge clip

https://youtu.be/6owbfsSuUiw - Wilbur eats sand, which is why the fact Tallulah ate dirt makes her even more his daughter

https://youtu.be/qfTjCyHlbPA - Wilbur hates anteaters

https://youtu.be/E4LvO4g-xSw - Tommy and Wilbur argue over coral vs dirt for philzas hard-core build

https://youtu.be/XeAIH0gPuVI - one of my favorite compilations that shows Wilbur and Technoblades friendship growing from strangers to brothers

https://youtu.be/sliIh37QQUQ - How sleepy bois Inc came to be and how Tommy joined it.

https://youtu.be/TmYvKhIZUu8 - Philza talking about how he and Mumza started going out

https://youtu.be/5bgDP3E327o - Philza goes to give his wife a kiss

https://youtu.be/1v00L2REXXo - Philza and Wilbur talking about Kristin during the time where Kristin was stuck in America. Kristin is American and they had some trouble with the visas so they had to be separated for a bit :(

https://youtu.be/aUw_4D9T5YE - some random sleepy bois clips including the infamous "Wilbur we are like brothers" - Tommy "No, don't say that, I will cry" - Wilbur.

https://youtu.be/Q57oshnH0_g - Tommy calling Philza dad.

https://youtu.be/E3MYUAlrs6E - Tommy calls Wilbur Wilby

https://youtu.be/oYNAmMUOEyA - Wilbur teaches Tommy that he has Tennant rights

Sorry this is very long! Hope you enjoy the clips and learning about this strange Twitch family!

I'll be checking this out!!! Imma post it already so more ppl know about it :]!!

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This part is awesome too!! “Creating further impact and expanding campaign awareness, RE—INC and Samii Ryan were selected to be part of She’s Next in Fashion, Empowered by Visa. Established in 2022, the program provides women-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs in the fashion and beauty space with funding through grants, tools and resources needed to run and grow their business to thrive. She’s Next in Fashion builds on Visa’s ongoing commitment to address challenges women face by creating a more inclusive and connected digital economy through unique, impactful opportunities.”

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[ID: A graphic with the heading “Conflict or massacre?” and two columns of facts, one with a Palestinian flag and one with an isreali flag.

Palestine:

-No army

-No navy

-No air force

-Military Budget: $0/annum

-GDP per capita: $876

-43% of population aged 0-14 (median age of entire population 17.4)

-Water supply entirely controlled by Israel

-Energy supply entirely controlled by Israel

-Entire population is stateless, no resident able to leave

-Worlds densest population, labeled ‘unlivable place’ by United Nations

isreal:

-Israel Ground Forces: 513,00 personnel. Several technologies developed in Israel inc. Merkava main battle tank, Achzarit armoured personnel carrier, Iron Dome missile defense system, Trophy active protection system for vehicles, and the Galil and Tavor assault rifles.

-Israeli Navy: 20,000 personnel

64 battleships, inc Sa'ar 5-class missile corvettes

-Israel Air Force: 89,000 personnel

684 aircraft incl. A-4 Skyhawk, F-4 Phantom II, F-15 Eagle, F-16 Fighting Falcon and F-35 Lightning I

-Weapons of mass-destruction including 80-400

Nuclear warheads

-Military Budget: $20.5 Billion/annum (plus $146

Billion US Military Aid to Israel to date)

-GDP Per Capita: $42,823

-Israeli citizens entitled to visa-free or visa on arrival access to 161 countries and territories

-62% of population aged 15-64 (median age 30)

-Universal health-care (ranked 3' best in world, world's leader in Covid vaccination coverage)

-Autonomous Weapons Systems stationed around Gaza Strip prohibiting Gaza residents from leaving /end ID]

Please share because alot of people think this is a War it’s not

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