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This section contains some useful information for newcomers on various topics. Click on the links below to find out more.

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Careers

The Petroleum Human Resources Council of Canada works to ensure the availability of skilled labour to meet the needs of Canada’s petroleum industry. Learn more about the PHRCC at DayPlanner web site – Link #63 or call (403) 516-8100.The Information and Communications Technology Council pushes for innovations to provide labour market intelligence, lifelong career development, and quality education and training for Canadians involved in the ICT industry. Learn more about ICTC at DayPlanner web site – Link #64, or call (613) 237-8551.

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Dates / Events / History

Father’s Day

Father’s Day is the third Sunday in June and is a day to celebrate, and extend thanks to, those who are “Dads” and those who serve as father-like figures in the lives of others.

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Did you know?

Canada’s national health insurance program (Medicare) covers the cost of necessary hospital and doctor services. It involves the health care plans of all provinces and territories and aims to be equitable for all. Not all medical services or procedures are covered by public health care.

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Education / Training

Public schools

Students in kindergarten to grade 8 have little choice in the courses and school programs that they study.That is, most of the curriculum that outlines what they will learn is compulsory, meaning that every student must take those subjects.After Grade 8, students have more choice.They can choose from among course options or “electives.” However, some courses are required or compulsory even at the higher grade levels.

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Government

Your community will have an elected Member of Parliament (MP) representative. The member will have a local office.There will be times when your MP will be there and you can arrange to meet with him or her.You can send letters or e-mails to your MP if there are issues that concern you. Locate your MP’s office in the phone book or through the Internet. Learn more

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Jobs / Business

Business plan

Any new business will need a business plan.The business plan will guide the start-up of the business and, if necessary, also be used to help raise money for the business. See page 235 for a list of the sections that are common in a business plan.There are also sample business plans and business plan guides available on the Internet. Learn more

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Money Matters

Starting a business

Many newcomers to Canada start their own small businesses. It isn’t easy to start and run a successful business. Governments in Canada will try to help people who have good ideas and a desire to start a new business.There are programs and services, including grants and loans, available but it can be a challenge to complete the application forms and qualify. Learn more

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