For a first time in Canada (and possibly North America) there’s a website that addresses issues facing foreign brides, such as their decision to marry and move to Canada or what their legal rights are when they’re here.

The site, Canadian Law & Modern Foreign Brides, was created by “Changing Together … A Centre for Immigrant Women,” and is a product of the partnership with the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Extension and the Legal Resource Centre of Alberta.

The website, http://www.lawforforeignbrides.ca, was developed because of the need for information prospective brides want before deciding to move; for example, how to apply for visas and sponsorship for permanent residency. The website was created with input from foreign brides and people who helped them.