Irish Canadian Immigration Centre
44 Victoria Street Suite 1620 M5C 1Y2 Toronto, ON, Canada

I/CAN are through to the final! VERY IMPORTANT: We are listed as IRISH CANADIAN IMMIGRATION CENTRE. There is another ICAN nominated (ICAN Education) but that is not us! Vote here: https://www.thestar.com//pro/subcategories/learning-centre... Thank you!

*Employment Tip from HR Specialist, Gerry O'Connor* COVID 19 - WORKING FROM HOME - TAXATION CONSIDERATIONS. As the COVID-19 pandemic shifts employees from their offices to their homes, many employees are left wondering whether they will now be able to deduct home office expenses from their employment income in their 2020 tax return. The following observations are summarized from materials published by leading Canadian law firms and accounting and business advisory firms provi...ding audit, tax and advisory services. It provides a breakdown of what you need to know about eligible deductions and answers some commonly asked questions. Note that it is expected these rules and interpretations will continue to change. In the interim, your current personal taxation processes remain unchanged until you receive clarification from CRA and/or your employer. Follow the link for more info!

Opens today at noon EDT!

@ONgov have recently announced additional funding to help expand access for critical #MentalHealth & #Addiction support during #COVID19 & as part of the roadmap to wellness plan, the money will go to supporting urgent gaps in care in the community https://bit.ly/30PQwO0

Happy Thanksgiving from I/CAN!

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay and over the past week during ‘Mental Illness Awareness Week’ and the @CAMIMH_ACMMSM campaign brought to you the faces of recovery as they shared their experiences. Recovery is possible and together, we can prevent suicide https://www.camimh.ca/faces-campaign/ #MentalHealth #MIAW2020 #notsuicidenottoday

Are you thinking about returning to Ireland during Covid-19? Safe Home Ireland are an excellent organization providing advice, information and housing assistance to people who are thinking of returning home. Find out more about Safe Home Ireland here: https://safehomeireland.com/

Do you want to sponsor your parents and grandparents for permanent residence? Here is what you need to know.

Voting ends on Sunday! VERY IMPORTANT: We are listed as IRISH CANADIAN IMMIGRATION CENTRE. There is another ICAN nominated (ICAN Education) but that is not us! Vote here: https://bit.ly/3nv1fah Thank you!

Message from our partners, Aer Lingus! Check out the Aer Lingus Flash Sale from the East Coast to Ireland. Fares start from $299* roundtrip for travel Jan 11 May 31, 2021. Book your next trip with confidence with fares that offer more flexibility and confidence and choice. Sale ends Midnight October 9th. *roundtrip including air transportation taxes and fees, restrictions apply.

IRCC News! "The federal government has released entry requirements for extended family members and people travelling to Canada for compassionate reasons."

*Getting to know I/CAN Essential Guides* Have you checked out our most recent guide for families? "Finding Childcare in Toronto and Vancouver: First Person Testimonials from parents." ... Thank you to all the parents who shared their tips on finding Childcare. Would you like to add tips for your city? Email [email protected] Read our guide here: http://www.irishcanadianimmigrationcentre.org//Finding-Chi

On #WorldMentalHealthDay Oct 10 the @WHO put together a panel of experts for the first time ever, to host a global online advocacy event on mental health. At this event world leaders, experts & celebrity guests will be in attendance. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear what we can all do to improve our mental health https://bit.ly/3d2pTdS