Canada - As of January 31, 2010, self-employed individuals can register for Employment Insurance (EI) special benefits. The four types of special benefits are: maternity benefits, parental benefits, sickness benefits and compassionate care benefits.
Brampton - "If there is one wish I could have for this graduating class it would be that each of you fall flat on your face in the next year". This is a quote from the guest speaker at my daughter's high school graduation over 20 years ago. The profound nature and meaning behind it has kept it in my mind and thoughts ever since.
Brampton - For the majority of employees and management, the first full day back to work in 2010 was January 4th. For many this was a mini cultural shock. Over the past couple of weeks working days have been a little different for almost everyone.
Brampton - It's a sort of mantra for growth and industry leadership that's fast become a claim to fame for business in the City of Brampton. Local enterprises enjoy a nurturing business environment, and now the city that's geared for growth is pleased to welcome yet another innovation.
Brampton - My wife and myself with our two boys moved to Canada in 2005 Aug. During our stay here we noticed that there is one sector in the Canadian retail side which is missing and that is the middle sector.