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To: Augustus Gloop who wrote (56424)11/4/2004 10:30:46 AM
From: Augustus GloopRead Replies (1) | Respond to of 81568
 
Canada: No Special Treatment For Anti-Bush Immigrants

POSTED: 10:48 pm EST November 3, 2004

TORONTO -- Americans attempting to escape four more years of President George W. Bush won't get any special treatment in Canada.

The Immigration Ministry said they'll have to wait in line just like immigrants from any other country.

More than one American disgruntled by election results has talked about moving to Canada, where less violence and public health care in exchange for higher taxes are among the attractions.

Canada's social climate is to the left of the United States, with programs such as public health care. There's also the promise of legalized gay marriage.

The U.S. consulate in Toronto estimates there already may be a million Americans living in Canada.

All immigrants need a work permit. No job offer? Apply for a job in the skilled worker category -- but be prepared to wait a year, and have enough money to support yourself in the meantime.