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Canadianfly:


I don't know why anybody will be asking their fellow human being how was your night

That is a very intrusive question. I don't even answer people who ask me that here in Nigeria. So if I told you Oga loved me real good, what would you say? Very very intrusive question. Even for Naija

toyogirl:
@Salford1, Blackbuddy, TheCongo2, maternal et Al, so how's Canadian workplace like, really? We've heard about how nice Canadians are....I've also read that you shdnt ask your colleagues personal stuff after exchanging normal greetings like "good morning" & "how are you" and the likes, you shdnt ask how was your night or how are the children doing and stuff....how true?

This may sound silly, but with all that cold during winter, I wonder how ladies dress to work? I assume it wd be very easy for the men...If I have to commute by public transit, how do I manage all them layers?

Canadians are nice, but even good morning might be too much for some of them. Hi & hello is okay, and some don't even respond or know how to greet, so just face your work with no hard feelings.
With time, you would adjust and might make a few friends.
The background is study your work environment, get to work on time, do your work, be polite and leave, with time, you would get on with the flow.

For the layer thing, Its not so bad, during the winter, I don't wear skirts and dresses, except the weather is really nice, and I take the public transit a lot.
Nobody is looking at anyone, so please layer up, the effect of the cold after, especially with the snow no be here.
You would need to invest in Long John/thermal wear, wear another legging or two(depending on how you can cope with cold), before the last layer.
If you feel hot during the day, you can get into the washroom to take a layer off, with time you would adjust and might not really need to dress like "babasuwe".

Lastly, before you leave home, you would need to check the weather for the day, funny enough, it can change within the twinkling of an eye, so the advice is always carry your coat, if you land in Calgary, even in winter, the sun Would shine in the afternoon as an effect of the Chinook wind, but it would still be cold.

For those asking about coats, especially if landing in the thick of winter, the truth is Canadian cold e get as it be, I would advise that you get your thick jacket:okrika or any where, this would help you in a way from the airport, so you are not taken away by the cold that would hit you.
When you get in, you can get quality coats from thrift stores, for the kids,snow jackets are essential with boots.

The winnter hits at everyone, even Canadians dread it, so please, cover up, no fashion inside winter.

Canadianfly:


Absolutely no phone in the work place ke? Except you work where you deal with customers....but my previous job encouraged phones sef. Whatsapp and IMs. The bit about most Canadian workplaces are scent free, I also disagree. Yes some people have health related issues with scents but it's not a National rule for companies to be scent free. Please don't scare people, different companies have different rules. It's not one rule for every work place.
My advice to anyone, get to your intended city and LEARN THE CULTURE THERE.

No two cities in Canada are the same. Neither are the people. From experience, Winnipeg folks are more friendly than say folks in Toronto. So you can't take your experience in Winnipeg and label it all of Canada. The first company I worked in Winnipeg was rigid as it was privately owned, so they were rules about scents, the second company was a company full of Mechanical and Design engineers. 90% male dominated and the work atmosphere was very relaxed. You can wear whatever you prefer to work and work with your laptop in any place you feel comfortable working from. As long as you met your productivity and deadlines.

I couldn't agree more! I read that piece and thought hian! which one be scent free again? I mean no one should regulate your smells (as long as it ain't foul though because you know some people be wearing that funky au naturelle musk with pride). I understand that people are anxious about the big move, truth is no one can really tell you what your experience will be. A lot will depend on your skills, education, personality, aptitude, place of employment, location and a host of other factors. Therefore, no one can tell you what it will be for you. A lot of people tend to extrapolate from their own experiences and pass it off as fact; and that is not evidence enough as it is quite subjective. For example, one cannot categorically say that your work friends won't become your real life buddies; there is no way to conclusively assert that because....variables.

Point is, regardless of what you read on these forums or glean from associates, keep an open mind. Your story may just differ and amaze you and yours.

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Canadianfly:


I don't know why anybody will be asking their fellow human being how was your night

That is a very intrusive question. I don't even answer people who ask me that here in Nigeria. So if I told you Oga loved me real good, what would you say? Very very intrusive question. Even for Naija

I was genuinely befuddled the first time someone asked me that question. I took it quite literally and couldn't quite figure out why they needed to know about my night. I didn't know how to answer and had to ask someone else about it as I didn't know when it became the norm to ask people about their after dark activities.

Kayla10:


I was genuinely befuddled the first time someone asked me that question. I took it quite literally and couldn't quite figure out why they needed to know about my night. I didn't know how to answer and had to ask someone else about it as I didn't know when it became the norm to ask people about their after dark activities.

You're a case! Rotfl at the bolded

seunfoster:
Hello, if I get you right, are you saying that with I CAN someone can start CPA in Canada? I have a friend in Alberta and she thinks it is not possible to start CPA with I CAN hence she started school so that she earn BSc Accounting and do CPA with the certificate.

kindly shed light on this. Thank you.

My Buddy with ICAN and BSc from Ado Ekiti started and completed his CPA. He said it cost him about 6k CDN (Got exemptions), but company picked up about 4k of the bills.
Cheers

Hello everyone,

I'm in sort of a dilemma and would like to request for dilucidations to anyone who has ever found themselves in my position. A few months ago I got the French citizenship and was thinking to emigrate to Canada for better work prospects. I do not know anyone in Canada and would like to migrate there for work purposes.

In the last six years, I have been working with a company in the electronics sector here in Bordeaux France, making electronic components and assembling them for various industries for automation, command boxes, etc. My work entails assembly, testing, machining of electronic enclosures, soldering, cutting components in high precision with lasers and optical digital cutter, etc.

I'm currently unmarried and in order to get a sponsor to employ me, I was thinking of traveling to Canada and job hunt for a while during the Christmas season. (I won't engage in work so that wouldn't be a violation if traveling for tourism with visiting as a priority).

Kindly, let me know the best way to proceed and if I should take a shot for it before I start investing on it.

PS: In addition to that, I am a Certified Web Developer which I do on the side as a second job.

Thanks

toyogirl:
@ the clothing aspect, most especially where/how to get reasonable deals for winter gear for those who want to dare the weather, planning to land in December

cc:MummyJaygirls

It is well with me o

kingspaco:

So no one is actually kind enough to help me with answers to my questions, i want to believe they're actually busy.
pls cc: blackbuddy, salford1, maternal,thecongo, epp a brother. Cheers

Hi bro. I am also says q.s and I hope to move by end of Sept. What I know is that you need to do an assessment with CIQS of which I have done that. I have about 7years plus experience and MNIQS and pMp certified. I was conferred with a Construction Estimator Certified status which is higher than associate member, hence I don't need a bridging programme. I just need to submit case study based on 4past projects, interview then I get PQS. They gave me a short route. I hope to do volunteer work get my Canadian experience while hoping they retain me or I get job elsewhere with the experience. I hope to go to school later after I have understood the market. This is what I have done for now and the information I have at hand. I am still open to any info that is useful.

honey86:


Yes you heard right. Unless they vonlunteed that information please do not do the asking. Canadians love their space and don't appreciate anyone being in their space.

Also Canadians are nice and polite but that doesn't mean they like you. So you have to be careful how you balance that. They may be your friends but that does not mean they won't report you if you are late, or came back late from lunch or are slacking on the job.

Get to work on time, if you are running late call your boss directly ( don't make running late a habit) do not call a colleague to tell your boss you will be late, they find this disrespectful. If your boss doesn't pick, leave a voice msg. And when you get to work go report to your boss so they know what time you got it. People get fired for this.

Be nice to your Canadian colleagues but don't believe you are friends. I know, it's complicated.

Absolutely no phone in the workplace. If you have an important call you can go pick outside.

For the cold part, you need a base layer. Thermal long Johns. I bought a brand heat holder. I wear that one under my jeans and I take the bus. I don't wear dresses or skirts when it's really cold.

Most Canadian workplaces are scent free. That doesn't mean you can't wear one but look for one with mild scent and don't bathe in it. Also you will need deodorants because multiple layers is only good outside when you get inside its hot and then you start sweating. A lot of immigrants start having problems with body odour because it's new. A deodorant will take care care of that. What I did is that I stopped wearing the base layer.

Also avoid taking foods with strong flavour to work.

Epistle

On point!
You are right sister. Canadians are very quick to throw one under the bus. 1st time my wife got thrown under the bus by a very close colleague, she was shocked and spent almost 1week talking about it. lol. Even the person one feels is the bestie at work would do so without hesitation. Best bet is to know who you work with well enough that you are family friends. I have met excellent people at work, and they sometimes give me advise on who is likely to throw me under the boss if i make a mistake, and the ones that wont.

No phone policy is indeed true for some places. Depends on the rules in place. My place of work has a no cellphone policy for office roles but they are a bit relaxed about it.

I know of a particular office where it is absolutely 100% scent free because a lady is allergic to scents in that office. A lot of places would say scent free, but people still put on perfumes/body spray .. very mild though.

Haha..i once threw a fish into the microwave, i voluntarily offered an apology cos the smell was very strong.

toyogirl:
@Salford1, Blackbuddy, TheCongo2, maternal et Al, so how's Canadian workplace like, really? We've heard about how nice Canadians are....I've also read that you shdnt ask your colleagues personal stuff after exchanging normal greetings like "good morning" & "how are you" and the likes, you shdnt ask how was your night or how are the children doing and stuff....how true?

This may sound silly, but with all that cold during winter, I wonder how ladies dress to work? I assume it wd be very easy for the men...If I have to commute by public transit, how do I manage all them layers?

This..At the bus stop? it's not so bad. wear multiple layers of clothing, thick jacket, winter boots(leave fancy shoes at work), thick gloves, not standing at a spot, balaclava(not common) or scarf to cover your nose e.t.c

kingspaco:

So no one is actually kind enough to help me with answers to my questions, i want to believe they're actually busy.
pls cc: blackbuddy, salford1, maternal,thecongo, epp a brother. Cheers

You probably know much about the construction industry than i do. From your own post, you seems to have carried out alot of research. I dont want to mislead you. I only know about construction of powerlines...lol.

toyogirl:
Epistle ke? Your response has been helpful!

One other thing I've always wondered is how do they manage with sitting for long hours? I will just faint!

Also,one wd have thought that given the status of the nation as 'developed', we shd also be able to clock-in and clock-out...

On bad weather days where you need to stay off the roads, must you also call your boss to inform him you'll be absent even tho its public knowledge that the weather is bad? Sorry if this sounds silly but it's good to know cos you know how we do stuff here

I have only worked in 1 place out of 5 in Canada where we had to clock in or clock out. In the UK, 2 out of 3.

Bad weather is not common. I know that for Sask or Alberta, we don't get so much snow that would be plenty enough to bring traffic to a stop. The city would usually send trucks to pack snow and pour gravel on the road (salt for some provinces) before rush hour. Cars also move slowly on snow storms. Some would get to work abit late.

If weather gets extreme...school kids might be forced to stay home but then again..we are talking about around -35 and below with windchill. -30s with windchill would easily push the feel effect to the -40s.

Most winters would over around -20c's and dip into -30's once in a while.

..In my place of work, the weather as to be around -45 on the scale to call off work.

Canadianfly:


The second company was a company full of Mechanical and Design engineers. 90% male dominated and the work atmosphere was very relaxed. You can wear whatever you prefer to work and work with your laptop in any place you feel comfortable working from. As long as you met your productivity and deadlines.

My place of work even allows flip flops and shorts, aslong as they are not revealing or expose some body parts. Reminders were sent out this summer of what is allowed as people easily get carried away.

Thanks, I will mail them tomoro as advised.

Blingyrie:

U can send a mail Monday morning to ask how far. I did n ma mail came next day

Thanks so much honey86. This is indeed very useful information. I guess you are in Canada and talking from experience. About the newcomer programs, is it the one we are to attend here in Nigeria or they organise it in different provinces in Canny. Pls apart from CRA, can you give us some more names.

honey86:
There is something else I'll like to share about getting a job in Canada. Please try to attend the newcomer programs available for new immigrants. They'll help with writing your resume, give you tips on Canadian workplace culture.

Another helpful resource are recruitment agencies. Sometimes they start you off with term jobs. Please don't say no. It's an opportunity to learn the workplace culture and at the same time gaining the 'Canadian experience'. Sometimes when they see you are good they give you a permanent role. If the company you are working with doesn't, the agency themselves can recommend you to another company for a more permanent role.

Also CRA, Canada Revenue Agency is a good place to start. They usually give term to start but it's good experience and good pay. If you work hard they'll keep renewing till they have more permanent roles available. They are hiring right now and from what I was told they are going to be hiring till spring. They have evenings and morning shift so you can combine with school.

Side note: please try not to take food that Iru to work if you are going to be using the microwave. � Please spare us the exotic smell. � Thank you.

maziude:
Pic 1: Notre Dame Cathedral, Ottawa

Pic 2: A part of Byward market, Ottawa

Nice, are you based in Ottawa?

Fusion23:


Nice, are you based in Ottawa?

Yes boss.

maziude:


Yes boss.

gooood see you around.

regards

Fusion23:

gooood see you around.

regards

Awesome boss

Canadianfly and Kayla10, you two should just plan to meet physically. Seems u guys gel wella

Kayla10:


Chop knuckle o jare

http://punchng.com/exchange-rate-foreign-airlines-raise-fares/amp/

Foreign travel is getting more expensive not just due to summer rush but because IATA has raised their benchmark exchange rate for airlines.

Prices have increased by up to 7% in addition to normal summer increase.

Thanks so much debbiejosh!

debbiejosh:


Canadians are nice, but even good morning might be too much for some of them. Hi & hello is okay, and some don't even respond or know how to greet, so just face your work with no hard feelings.
With time, you would adjust and might make a few friends.
The background is study your work environment, get to work on time, do your work, be polite and leave, with time, you would get on with the flow.

For the layer thing, Its not so bad, during the winter, I don't wear skirts and dresses, except the weather is really nice, and I take the public transit a lot.
Nobody is looking at anyone, so please layer up, the effect of the cold after, especially with the snow no be here.
You would need to invest in Long John/thermal wear, wear another legging or two(depending on how you can cope with cold), before the last layer.
If you feel hot during the day, you can get into the washroom to take a layer off, with time you would adjust and might not really need to dress like "babasuwe".

Lastly, before you leave home, you would need to check the weather for the day, funny enough, it can change within the twinkling of an eye, so the advice is always carry your coat, if you land in Calgary, even in winter, the sun Would shine in the afternoon as an effect of the Chinook wind, but it would still be cold.

For those asking about coats, especially if landing in the thick of winter, the truth is Canadian cold e get as it be, I would advise that you get your thick jacket:okrika or any where, this would help you in a way from the airport, so you are not taken away by the cold that would hit you.
When you get in, you can get quality coats from thrift stores, for the kids,snow jackets are essential with boots.

The winnter hits at everyone, even Canadians dread it, so please, cover up, no fashion inside winter.

ltee:






Hi bro. I am also says q.s and I hope to move by end of Sept. What I know is that you need to do an assessment with CIQS of which I have done that. I have about 7years plus experience and MNIQS and pMp certified. I was conferred with a Construction Estimator Certified status which is higher than associate member, hence I don't need a bridging programme. I just need to submit case study based on 4past projects, interview then I get PQS. They gave me a short route. I hope to do volunteer work get my Canadian experience while hoping they retain me or I get job elsewhere with the experience. I hope to go to school later after I have understood the market. This is what I have done for now and the information I have at hand. I am still open to any info that is useful.

Thank you so much for this info bro....i appreciate. I sent you a PM, pls do well to respond. Cheers

salford1:

You probably know much about the construction industry than i do. From your own post, you seems to have carried out alot of research. I dont want to mislead you. I only know about construction of powerlines...lol.

Thank you for responding.

kingspaco:

Thank you so much for this info bro....i appreciate. I sent you a PM, pls do well to respond. Cheers

Check your mail brov.

ltee:


Check your mail brov.

Just checked bro...mail not delivered. Pls kingsleysq@gmail.com. Cheers

Ehrnie:


Thanks for your response. I'll research the options as advised.

Are you looking for someone working in the oil patch?

Hi,

Also a QS.

Congrats @ bolded. What does the assessment for the CEC status entail? Did being MNIQS, PMP & having foreign experience contribute to your transition?

ltee:


Hi bro. I am also says q.s and I hope to move by end of Sept. What I know is that you need to do an assessment with CIQS of which I have done that. I have about 7years plus experience and MNIQS and pMp certified. I was conferred with a Construction Estimator Certified status which is higher than associate member, hence I don't need a bridging programme. I just need to submit case study based on 4past projects, interview then I get PQS. They gave me a short route. I hope to do volunteer work get my Canadian experience while hoping they retain me or I get job elsewhere with the experience. I hope to go to school later after I have understood the market. This is what I have done for now and the information I have at hand. I am still open to any info that is useful.

kingspaco:

So no one is actually kind enough to help me with answers to my questions, i want to believe they're actually busy.
pls cc: blackbuddy, salford1, maternal,thecongo, epp a brother. Cheers

Hi, I also don't have a background in construction like you do but from what you seem to have found out in your research, you're certainly on the right path! Might I suggest you reach out to your family and friends already here to put you in touch with any one in Canada in their network who has the same background as you do to share their experience with you. You can also search through LinkedIn for Nigerians working in that industry here in Canada to request for tips on how to integrate professionally. That was how I reached out to some people prior to my landing and their insight helped a lot. All the best ahead.

Hello bosses,

About this networking and building your network discussion, it works. I heard alot about it here and never thought it works on a large scale until I went to outings with my landlord.
While he was introducing me to those present at the events, my current status and career, I noticed that some particular sets of people picked interest. Then what follows next was all kinds of questions relating to my research areas and how we can link up.

I think the key thing is know your area well(whether switching career or not), because from casual events, you might actually get a job or something.

Just an observation though.

Have a good one bosses.
Mazi

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