jassymama:
Good morning house, please I need advice.

I want to study nursing when I eventually immigrate to Canada, please can someone tell me what to do while in Nigeria or I have to wait till when I get to Canada to start the process of schooling.

I studied arts, will I need to take science courses or what? And what school do u advice in enrol in eventually. Please help me. Thank u all as I await ur good advices.

Please help me, still awaiting response. Thank you

careerwoman:

You're right, dear. US has a lot of residency slots actually but I don't know why I have an aversion to settling in the US. GRACE differs and there's no rule to how things will eventually turn out. I'm just going to keep being in the 'know' until I'm qualified to relocate.. One thing is certain, it will all end in praise!!!

I admire your enthusiasm.. . Nice.

Ekpekus:

Here comes the planning aspect. You can tidy all your Canadians and maybe PLAB/USMLE.. then see if you can get matched in Canada. That's plan A, if not, then opt for plan B which is doing residency outside but hopefully by then you don hold the Canadian passport

Yes o! Way to go because all pathways, no one is straightforward but good to have some exams or credentials ready!

Btw, sent u a pm

oddysey:


Someone kindly help please.

Just do a generalized search on the prospect of public health physician in your intended province. What requirements is needed. The appropriate body for licensure and the likes.
Another thing to do is network with people in that field via LinkedIn.
A job search on the Canadian job bank, workopolis dot ca, indeed dot ca, kijiji.ca, monster dot ca and the others will give you a clue on the direction to go.
Alternatively, if the individual intend practicing Medicine then check some of my previous post.

I hope this help

esosa4real:


Yes o! Way to go because all pathways, no one is straightforward but good to have some exams or credentials ready!

Btw, sent u a pm

Seen. Replied you

Please great minds i like to know if any1 on d group is a sales or marketing professional in Canada. How easy is it to break into this field coming with Nigerian education & experience in a global top 5 CPG/FMCG.

Also i am at d stage of making up my mind about d province to settle down, I have narrowed down to Manitoba & Alberta but i need to know what life looks like in this 2 provinces in terms of housing, school/daycare for kids, Ease of getting a job, weather, standard of living, public transportation, Healthcare etc. I should b coming in by Dec/Jan as we already have our COPR

I will appreciate a response to any of d issues. Tx in advance.

Ekpekus:

Giving answer to your last question..
Yes there is loan, both federal and provincial in Alberta. You might also get a grant self.
If you really wan go school, then take loan cos you can't be using POF to be paying for school fees except your pocket is deep. Collect the money keep, use the grant and when you are almost done with your schooling, pay off your loan. However, if na small small you wan take pay off the loan, that option still dey.

Thanks man, still dey research the course "Health Information Management !!

Hi esosa4real

Please I would like to join the group, can I send pm to you.


Thanks

esosa4real:


Ekpekus how ur side!! Been reading your posts! Are u a doc? If you would like to join a doctors pathway group, pls let me know so I invite you!!

Btw, about this health care aide certification, what jobs can one get from it? Is it available as an online course? And is it in alberta and ONTARIO?

Hi guys,

Pls would you consider this as a good winter jacket for Canada standards? I'm seeing some good deals @ sports direct U.K.

Wura27:

Hi guys,

Pls would you consider this as a good winter jacket for Canada standards? I'm seeing some good deals @ sports direct U.K.

Lol. This one na fashion na. It won't do the job. You need a serious padded jacket. And they don't come with all that gold metal and fashion

This is what you need

Canadianfly:


Lol. This one na fashion na. It won't do the job. You need a serious padded jacket. And they don't come with all that gold metal and fashion

This is what you need

for winter no fashion, na survival

Ekpekus:


for winter no fashion, na survival

Wura27 think she dey go Manchie

einsteino:


oh yes i am seeking pr already but this finding is really discouraging. To start with, I say my mind exactly as it is, I dont colour, may not be politically correct, nonetheless i try my best to stay true to my conscience. This is not about naija man sense, it is common sense to avoid putting oneself in precarious situations if all that would be lost is a label, so yes, if cohabitation were an option, i would take it or remain single in peace. i cant understand how anyone would be happy living with the risk of losing his all if he gets diovorced. from what i read, people divorce over there for the most frivolous reasons. you needn't be a bad husband to get divorced.

i dont know much about canada but i can bet my every kobo that a decent number of Canadian men may be wallowing in an orgy of depression over this unfair law. They may all be quiet cos they want to be politically correct, but truth remains it is very unfair. i cant wrap my head to justify the spirit of it, i understand providing for ones kids in child support and all that but not servicing an ex house, especially if she left you of her own will.

so if you dont mind, i would like to know if this hazard can be managed through a prenuptial agreement? thanks for your kind responses so far.

Mehn. This your respone stopped me in my tracks and brought me out of my lurking mode.
Are you planning for your future divorce when you are not even married already? It may seem you are being very cautious but if divorce is already an option then i bet you will fall into this mode in the future.

Why dont you just believe that you would be married and do not need to divorce? I used to have divorce at the back of my mind until someone mentioned to me the dangers of my thinking process. *As a man thinks so is he* please do not under estimate the power of negative thoughts. Divorce has more emotional scars than just the actual action itself.

Just felt to say something.

Cheriesparkle:



Mehn. This your respone stopped me in my tracks and brought me out of my lurking mode.
Are you planning for your future divorce when you are not even married already? It may seem you are being very cautious but if divorce is already an option then i bet you will fall into this mode in the future.

Why dont you just believe that you would be married and do not need to divorce? I used to have divorce at the back of my mind until someone mentioned to me the dangers of my thinking process. *As a man thinks so is he* please do not under estimate the power of negative thoughts. Divorce has more emotional scars than just the actual action itself.

Just felt to say something.

This is like me telling a police officer not to carry his gun to work. Because if you feel like you'd get shot, you most likely will. Think positively and no criminal will harm you. Potentially being shot is the reality of the job. Just like someday potentially becoming divorce after x years of marriage. Everyone should protect themselves at all times. Men and women. Losing all your assets after years of marriage when you're about to retire isn't a joke.

Canadianfly:

Now you have spoken. That is the only way I see your desires work. Getting a prenup in MARRIAGE. Not sure about that in cohabitation.
Another thing I will say is this, no sane person gets married and plans to divorce. My advice is marry someone who you share the same VALUES with, have a good understanding of their background, family, how was she raised? All these things play a part I believe in having a good home, devoid of divorce. Above all, if you are a Christian....what does the bible say about being a good husband? Nobody prays for divorce, but it happens because people deviate from the rules of marriage and what God says about the institution marriage.
Your partner has to know this too, so when y'all face challenges that threaten the unity in your home, you can overcome it.
As for your statement of many men living in depression, that's actually very untrue. That's what you think, because you already have this fear hanging over your head. Many married men I know living in the abroad are very content and happy with their wives. In some cases they support their wives to build her career, be it paying for her schooling, licensing exams, watching the kids while she works late at work, etc.
Finally, you have to get over this belief of "your own" and "her own". You can never have a smooth relationship with anyone if you always stop and count who has what and who brings what.

*removes my pastor hat*

@Einsteino.

I think the above mentioned is a good and warm advice to follow. Have someone who is compatible with your personality and has the same values as you is very important in your marital decision. So that you both share a lot of things in common so that when you have any differences it dosn't seem like from the point that you are with an enemy or an arch-enemy but just a close friend with some misunderstanding whom you can settle your differences easily and quickly.

It is also vital to have a childlike mind (childlike is different from being childish). Childlike is being tender hearted, kind, void of Malice, hatered, anger, bitterness and resentment. flexible, easily forgives and look past someone's weakness and always hope for the Best. I hope this helps.

maternal:


This is like me telling a police officer not to carry his gun to work. Because if you feel like you'd get shot, you most likely will. Think positively and no criminal will harm you. Potentially being shot is the reality of the job. Just like someday potentially becoming divorce after x years of marriage. Everyone should protect themselves at all times. Men and women. Losing all your assets after years of marriage when you're about to retire isn't a joke.

This is not how i meant it.
In as much as we always expect to be happy and married there is another thing called
*CONFLICT MANAGEMENT * there would be happy times the same way there would be rough times. As far as you are living with someone they will always upset you and you will always upset them but how you manage the not so happy times is also a choice which is not to be overlooked. There are ways to manage conflit which is another aspect of emotional intelligence.

Marriage divorce does not just happen. It is actually a build up of negative events and situations that finally leads to the breakdown of the marriage. I am trying to say such can be managed positively that would not eventually lead to the marriage breakdown.

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i would rather thank you now. so airing my views and trying to look out for myself makes me a crazy person. it is alright. thanks to @Canadianfly for being civil enough to answer my questions without calling me names.


Its not about being a crazy person. It is that you have allowed your fear about this topic become something else. Fear shows itself in different ways and from what you have been saying so far your fear about this whole marriage and divorce topic has made you build up defensive walls in your mind. And these walls may really not be needed as it could be just an over defensive mechanism you have set up for yourself.

Cheriesparkle:



Mehn. This your respone stopped me in my tracks and brought me out of my lurking mode.
Are you planning for your future divorce when you are not even married already? It may seem you are being very cautious but if divorce is already an option then i bet you will fall into this mode in the future.

Why dont you just believe that you would be married and do not need to divorce? I used to have divorce at the back of my mind until someone mentioned to me the dangers of my thinking process. *As a man thinks so is he* please do not under estimate the power of negative thoughts. Divorce has more emotional scars than just the actual action itself.

Just felt to say something.

Thanks for your reply.. but dont you think what you are suggesting is analogous to choosing to drive without a seat belt simply because you believe you won't be involved in an accident? it would be irresponsible of me to just outsource my fate to optimism, when I can do more.

As a man thinks so is he?.. In the context of your argument, perhaps we should "think" Canadians would be the ones seeking PR to Nigeria by 2020. you see that's wishing and not thinking. I am not wishing for a divorce. However, it is evident that it is on the increase and in the event of it, I could lose a substantial part of my worth, it is only logical I THINK of how to savage the hazard. You correctly pointed out that Divorce leaves emotional scars, i'd like to think servicing an ex would exacerbate the trauma.

lets not make it seem as though prayer in the way and manner it is practised in Nigeria and by Nigerians, is a substitute for doing nothing. I would first fasten my seat belt before praying for an accident free journey.

salford1:

Anyone coming from the UK would be a bit shocked after landing in Canada, some would be very shocked..depends on your level of comfort in the UK.lol

...when i landed, i disliked Canada for the first 6 month or thereabout. Things cost more money here. From banking fees to airline ticket to broadband internet plans e.t.c Transport services in cities wasn't as advanced as the UK, even the kebab do not taste as nice as the ones sold in the UK, no greggs (for some of us that like food). The cheap megabus and national express to everywhere is absent, no virgin bullet trains, Pubs are not so good in Canada..even non existent in some places, TV programs were not interesting... No canadian version of lord sugar, britains got talent, xfactor, deal or no deal, the weakest link, the numerous documentaries on itv, channel 4, bbc e.t.c but they do sometimes show the american versions. The only reason i kept my cable on is cos of kids channels.

With time i adjusted, since i have made up my mind that i am making the country my home. Now i like the country and appreciate the personal space, but i still miss the UK alot of times.

@ Salford 1.
You just burst my bubble with this news. And i was looking forward to relocating to Canada.

Uk is more cosmopolitan from all your explanations. I love National express too. Even Canada kebab is not so good? How will someone cope. I never used to miss catch up Tv programs like catch up 40D and other catch up Tv programs. Hnmmm..it is well...

I thought we have gotten over this episode? Why resurrect dead files? This derailed the thread and that is what it's doing again. I
Please let's stick to the purpose for which the thread was created. Thank You

Na Na Na Na I ain't wearing this!

I'd rather freeze jor

Thanks for your response

Canadianfly:


Lol. This one na fashion na. It won't do the job. You need a serious padded jacket. And they don't come with all that gold metal and fashion

This is what you need

Wura27:
Na Na Na Na I ain't wearing this!

I'd rather freeze jor

Thanks for your response

Hahaha! I laugh in French. Keep us posted when you get frostbite and pneumonia

Ps: get boots like these...and make sure they have fabric (fur) INSIDE to keep your toes warm. Canada no be UK cold oh. And rubber soles are advisable. So you no skid on to ice when you're walking and fall

einsteino:


Thanks for your reply.. but dont you think what you are suggesting is analogous to choosing to drive without a seat belt simply because you believe you won't be involved in an accident? it would be irresponsible of me to just outsource my fate to optimism, when I can do more.

As a man thinks so is he?.. In the context of your argument, perhaps we should "think" Canadians would be the ones seeking PR to Nigeria by 2020. you see that's wishing and not thinking. I am not wishing for a divorce. However, it is evident that it is on the increase and in the event of it, I could lose a substantial part of my worth, it is only logical I THINK of how to salvage the hazard. You correctly pointed out that Divorce leaves emotional scars, i'd like to think servicing an ex would exacerbate the trauma.

lets not make it seem as though prayer in the way and manner it is practised in Nigeria and by Nigerians, is a substitute for doing nothing. I would first fasten my seat belt before praying for an accident free journey.

But the thing is this. If Divorce is an option to you, you will likely take the divorce option when you are undergoing marriage pressures.

My friend in the Uk is married to a full blown white wealthy British man. Surprisingly enough he mentioned something before getting married to her. He told her if she would divorce him later in life come what may then she should not bother going further with the marriage. Mehn we were really shocked he gave her such conditions for their marriage. It made my friend understand that they would have to walk through any situation they found themselves in as the husband has warned that no divorce even before marriage.
They have been married almost 10 years and are still happy. They have had problems big enough to destroy the marriage but divorce has never been on the table either.

But someone who keeps doing the wrong thing and keeps praying for something different to happen is like someone who is obese and is praying to loose weight and still eating 24 hours. No dieting, no weight loss plan and just expecting majic to happen and deflate instantly.

Ekpekus:


for winter no fashion, na survival

Naa you can be fashionable joor.
Just layer with sense.
For inner
A thermal
Wool jumper. (Please when getting clothes always check the labels for material compositions. Wool keeps warm.)
Jacket (wool content in the jacket material should be over 50%.
Wool scarf. Pls rub your hands on the wool material to make sure its smooth as some can scratch

For bottoms. Get thermal longjohns or 120 denier leggin that can trap in your body heat.
Thermal socks
Shoes that have some warmth inside them and not too flat.

Cheriesparkle:


But the thing is this. If Divorce is an option to you, you will likely take the divorce option when you are undergoing marriage pressures.

My friend in the Uk is married to a full blown white wealthy British man. Surprisingly enough he mentioned something before getting married to her. He told her if she would divorce him later in life come what may then she should not bother going further with the marriage. Mehn we were really shocked he gave her such conditions for their marriage. It made my friend understand that they would have to walk through any situation they found themselves in as the husband has warned that no divorce even before marriage.
They have been married almost 10 years and are still happy. They have had problems big enough to destroy the marriage but divorce has never been on the table either.

But someone who keeps doing the wrong thing and keeps praying for something different to happen is like someone who is obese and is praying to loose weight and still eating 24 hours. No dieting, no weight loss plan and just expecting majic to happen and deflate instantly.

your friend isnt the first person to say such, some other person who told their would be wife such werent so lucky and we cant even say your friend has 100% survived, since it shouldnt end till death. There is no harm in putting the conditions in writing or a legal document, that is the only thing that would save one in court. i like paper guarantees, so i can love with my whole heart without risk.

Thanks man

Blackbuddy:


For your trip, you can wear light sweaters or cardigans from Nigeria but pack your winter jacket on top of your luggage. This is because you need your hands free to carry your hand luggage and it might be too warm to dress up in them but once you land, you can retrieve your winter jackets/head warmer/neck scarves at baggage claim and wear if it's a really cold day. If it's not that cold, you can put them back on top of your luggage. Canvas or tennis shoes are okay, you won't be doing any trekking and ice might not have formed at that time of the year on the streets. A taxi or your host will get you to your destination from the airport. Have a safe trip.

lol

Ballerz:


So Czaratwork is a Lady. I kept thinking he is a Dude. Wow.
I will be in Brampton by the time you are landing. We can meet up for Tea or Coffee.
Just teasing, I prefer akpu....
Cheers

please i have another query. my middlename was written as my surname in my drivers licence and all effort to change it when i discovered did not work so i was using it like that.

Recently(last week) CPA said i should submit my doc of id for my conversion and i sent my drivers licence (notarised copy) They rejected it on the grounds that my middlename was written as my surname. i have sent them my birth certificate to replace the drivers licence earlier submitted but i am wondering if i am going to have issues using the drivers licence at Ontario. Will the Ministry of transport reject it too?

Is there anything i can do now i am still here to avoid embarrassment when i land in 2 weeks time.

urgent response will be appreciated.

please what is the recipient's address and phone number for letter of no years of driving experience from FRSC? I was sent a mail asking for this and i dont know the address to supply them. Is it my address or their address at Ontario (which i dont have)

speedy response would be appreciated.

Thank you

Elsharon:


Hello britiko, Please i need some clarification. If i may ask did you have any work experience in Nigeria before gaining the internship? For me, i have no experience in HR but in Admin. Do you think this route can work for me?

My work exp in Nigeria was not in HR. However, I studied HR in Canada. Not sure you can get an HR job without you having prior experience or education in the field. You might need to do a PGD course and write some certification courses as mentioned in my other posts.
Again, I'm not sure. This is solely my opinion. There might be exceptional cases for exceptional skill sets.

You could get administrative jobs through Career edge also.
Just be open minded to start from somewhere. Gaining the Canadian experience is key in fully integrating else...

einsteino:


...and we cant even say your friend has 100% survived...

Okay. This one made me lol like craze.