Canadians will soon need waiver for approved EU travel
Canadians looking to vacation within Europe will be forced to seek permission and pay a fee every three years beginning in 2021.
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Greektown residents celebrate independence and hope for their homeland
Greektown resident John Galaktopolous came out to celebrate his heritage on March 29. “It’s freedom day,” he said. “That’s what it’s all about. We are a strong nation.” More than 15,000 people lined the Danforth, between Jones and Chester avenues, to watch the Greek Independence Day parade on Sunday.
Campaign intensifies to get vote for non-citizens
Florian Sperber is a student. He emigrated to Canada from Austria 18 years ago. He cannot vote in Toronto’s municipal election, but feels he should have that right. “I believe I have earned the privilege to vote,” Sperber said. “The winning party effects me just the same as any other person, so why shouldn’t I have the right to decide who I want to represent me?”