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How about getting a job in Finland?
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How about getting a job in Finland?

Have you ever considered working in Finland? Our article includes info and links covering everything from job ads to work-life balance.

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Helsinki Pride Parade – a party for all
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Life & societyHuman rights

Helsinki Pride Parade – a party for all

On the last Saturday of June Helsinki sparkles with colours. For over ten years, that’s when people have gathered to march together at the Pride Parade to celebrate equality and human rights. (See our slideshow of the parade.)

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Finland’s ambassador of Christmas
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Finland’s ambassador of Christmas

Santa’s an ambassador of Christmas, telling kids across the world about snow, elves, reindeer and more.

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My first Finnish Christmas: Cold but cosy
First Christmas in Finland, cottage, skiing, snow, ice lantern
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My first Finnish Christmas: Cold but cosy

An Englishman who has lived in Helsinki for decades recalls the magic of his first Christmas in Finland.

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Exclusive interview: Mrs Claus of Korvatunturi, Finland
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Exclusive interview: Mrs Claus of Korvatunturi, Finland

Exclusive: Our contacts in the Finnish corridors of power got us an interview with Mrs Claus.

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Old-fashioned Christmas fun in Helsinki
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Old-fashioned Christmas fun in Helsinki

Thousands of Helsinki families enjoy traditional outdoor fun and games every December at the Seurasaari Christmas Path.

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Christmas in Finland with the Sibelius family
Composer Jean Sibelius, Aino, Ainola, Christmas carols, Järvenpää, Finland
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Christmas in Finland with the Sibelius family

Jean Sibelius created Finland’s best-loved Christmas songs. See how his family spent the holidays (includes link to audio).

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The chosen one
A church filled with people watching the Lucia procession; a group of white-clad girls with wreaths on their heads carrying candles.
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The chosen one

Saint Lucia celebrations light up the winter and warm people’s hearts every year on December 13.

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