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It's not what you know it's who you know that counts : It's not what you know it's who you know that counts : the interplay between informal social networks and formal organizations in connecting newcomers to Canada : research report

16 May 2011

Navigating through life's challenges and taking advantage of opportunities that arise require an individual to draw on a range of resources. These resources may include components of financial, human, physical and social capital. While much evidence has pointed to the importance of financial and human capital in helping to improve outcomes of individuals, the last few years have witnessed an increased awareness and realization in the significance of social capital to economic and social well being.
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Authors

Arshad, Imran

ISBN
9781100187419
Pages
20
Published in
Canada

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