Keeping Ontario Moving


Book Description

The development of roads and highways was critical to early economic and social development of Ontario. This book traces the history of roads and the road-building industry in Ontario from the eighteenth century to today, and documents how roads and bridges have developed, introducing the contractors and companies that have built them.




Moving in the Right Direction


Book Description

"The strategy set a new direction for how we select, welcome, and help immigrants settle in this great province. It was inspired by the following vision: A new direction for immigration in Ontario - attracting highly skilled workers and their families, supporting diverse communities and growing a globally-connected economy. The need for a new direction in immigration is clear. Ontario's labour force will begin to shrink in the next couple of years and we will need more immigrants to fill skilled jobs. To that end, this province needs to become a full partner with Ottawa in deciding how many immigrants can settle in Ontario, and how many of these are economic immigrants who are needed to fill skilled job positions. That decision rests almost exclusively with the federal government, which is pursuing a national immigration policy that is not giving Ontario its fair share of skilled economic immigrants. Finally, we need to help newcomers to this province settle and succeed, and extend that same help and support to immigrants who are already here but are still facing challenges."--Ministry's website.













The Politics of Ontario


Book Description

Ontario is the most populous province in Canada and perhaps the most complex. It encompasses a range of regions, cities, and local cultures, while also claiming a long-standing pre-eminence in Canadian federalism. The second edition of The Politics of Ontario aims to understand this unique and ever-changing province. The new edition captures the growing diversity of Ontario, with new chapters on race and Ontario politics, Black Ontarians, and the relationship of Indigenous Peoples and Ontario. With contributors from across the province, the book analyses the political institutions of Ontario, key areas such as gender, Northern Ontario, the intricate Ontario political economy, and public policy challenges with the environment, labour relations, governing the GTA, and health care. Completely refreshed from the earlier edition, it emphasizes the evolution of Ontario and key public policy challenges facing the province. In doing so, The Politics of Ontario provides readers with a thorough understanding of this complicated province.







How to Move to Canada


Book Description

An easy-to-use, step-by-step guide to calling Canada home More and more Americans are thinking of moving to Canada to find a job, attend colleges and universities, peace of mind---even retirement---and whatever their motivations, they will have to navigate the Canadian immigration, citizenship, and naturalization processes. So whether you're thinking about moving or already have your bags packed, How to Move to Canada is for you. It's a straightforward, friendly, informative handbook that delivers on its promise, providing readers with a thorough understanding of what to expect and where to get help and more information. How to Move to Canada offers: --A realistic appreciation of what Canada has to offer Americans --Snapshots of Canada's provinces and territories and their major cities --Interviews with immigration experts and Americans who have emigrated to Canada --An immigration checklist and a comprehensive list of resources to consult for more information --Real-life, hands-on perspectives, and invaluable advice How to Move to Canada makes the move north feel possible, supplying readers with a clear understanding of what they'll need in order to make a run for the border.