New route to Canadian citizenship debated by experts
Ottawa announced changes to permanent residency rules with longer stay requirements but possible faster processing. The head of Saamis Immigration notes the shift may offset delays, as the residency period rises from three to four years while processing times may shorten from two years. See Changes, Page A2.
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Emma Bennett Abdul Naser
Saamis Immigration
Ottawa
Canada
Antonio Samayoa
Fire safety rules for seniors homes debated in Alberta and Quebec
Officials emphasize operator responsibility for evacuation plans while noting sprinklers are mandatory in Alberta for post 1990 buildings. A Quebec fire at a seniors residence killed 24 with eight missing. authorities have not yet determined a cause and the building lacked sprinklers. Experts warn seniors face higher fire mortality risk due to slower reaction and medications. The ACCA and NDP press for mandatory retrofitting and better staffing as costs and funding loom, with provincial codes set by government.
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Brian Stauth
Medicine Hat
L'Isle- Verte
Quebec
U.S
Alberta
Stauth
Alberta Continuing Care Association
ACCA
Tammy Leach
Leach
NDP
Redford kept in dark on cheaper South Africa trip options
Edmonton reports ongoing confusion over Premier Alison Redford's 45000 trip to Nelson Mandela's funeral. Critics say staff were not informed of cheaper flight options while the government plane was used to travel to Ottawa to meet Stephen Harper's delegation. Open seats on Air Canada and WestJet flights were cited by opponents. Redford's office said no commercial options could guarantee timely arrival.
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South Africa
Edmonton
Alison Redford
Nelson Mandela
Alberta
Ottawa
Stephen Harper
Wildrose Party
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Bedford
Harper
Calgary
Winnipeg
Angela Mah
WestJet
Neala
Barton
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