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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Pharaoh001(f): 12:24pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
maternal: Can you shed more light,please? Anyway, I just got a mail now from David Cohen concerning my Express Entry applications. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Canadianfly: 1:28pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
maternal: Lmao. Round of applause!!! This na my kinda guy! Blunt as heck. Take it or leave it 10 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 1:38pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Canadianfly:Marriage is not about take it or leave it though.lol If migrating would break up a marriage, or if she can't get the husband to reason with her, then they better stay in naija. No woman wants to live in a house with a fustrated or angry husband. 21 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by laborel: 1:40pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Still waiting for response to this pleaseeeee. laborel: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 1:51pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
laborel:You would have to contact the engineering regulatory body for the province you intend to migrate to. If you read some pages back, ehnie or dupsysho also posted several links and info on how to go about getting your license. It would be nice if you have some control experience to your process engineering background. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Canadianfly: 2:08pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
salford1: Take it or leave it refers to Maternal's bluntness. One can either take it or leave it. Also no woman wants to live in a house and be unhappy and frustrated with a very happy husband. I think we miss the point with this and turn into something that it isn't. The solution is simple, a good husband would put his wife and kids before his fear. That's the point Maternal is making. No need for sentiments and unfounded emotions. This is a life decision, he either says yes or no. And if na no, makes sure his kids are attending the likes of Regents School or equivalent in Nigeria. We need to remove sentiments and be logical thinkers. 23 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by bolabae: 2:12pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Good afternoon everyone, please i need your assistance seniors in the house We got ADR yesterday on (a)Bank history for a year (b)provide details on the provenance of funds. We have the bank history from the principals applicants account already but 80% of the fund was transferred from my account to his account without authorization letter because I got to know about the authorization letter from here after we submitted. Do I need to show my bank history too or just for the principals applicant alone. What do they expect for the second question. Please house assist me because we need to respond to the ADR as soon as possible. Thanks in anticipation |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Tamm: 3:00pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
I disagree with the bolded, or perhaps, I don't understand what you were trying to say. I doubt that I'll find India poorer than Nigeria if I were to conduct a thorough research...maybe it's an assumption you reached based on the country's population. In the scheme of things and the comity of nations generally, Nigeria cannot be compared to India in anyway. In fact, coming back to the purpose of the thread, can you compare the success of Indians in Canada to that of Nigerians? Do Nigerians qualify or receive as many Highly skilled immigrant visas (e.g Tier 2 for the UK and H1B for the US) as Indians? Is it in terms of their infrastructure and Nigeria's lack thereof? I'll like to understand the basis of your argument as I'm currently working on a life course research paper focused on India, Vietnam and Nigeria...and the findings seem to point in the direction that Nigeria is the 'poorest'. I think Nigerians need to realise that we are not that great, even in Africa (have you seen the new international airport in Togo being constructed by the Chinese). Only when you admit to having a problem can you begin to proffer or accept suggestions for suitable solutions. If we continue to deceive ourselves that our intent on immigration is solely based on the future of our kids, and not on some deep rooted socioeconomic issues that we currently face or fear may become a problem in the near future, then we may not be planning for an all-round success on the migration journey! That's the difference with Indians; they admit that their country can do little to nothing to help them achieve their goals, and they go abroad to succeed, often moving into the middle class in these developed countries. Moreover, if anyone who claims to be doing well financially in Nigeria was that concerned about the education of their kids, excellent private education is available in Nigeria (British International School, American international school if you can afford more than $20000 per annum, and so many others). Also, there are many well-to-do Nigerians resident in Nigeria, who send their kids to great private schools (boarding schools at both primary and secondary school level) all over the world. Apologies for any typos, I was in a hurry! TEECANN: 15 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 3:11pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Canadianfly:The lady said the family is doing well by Nigerian standards, and his fears does not translate to him not putting his wife or kids first. There are several people like that in Nigeria. In addition, the husband does not need to enroll the kids in the likes of regents school (a school established to cater for kids of british expatriates in Nigeria) to justify putting his wife and kids first.. There are families here with kids sent back to attend government funded boarding schools in Nigeria. Just as happyt mentioned "There are peculiarities to each marriage and each person's situation as regards immigration". 25 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by vascey(m): 3:18pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Una don start with all these yeye arguments abi. Whether you like it or not- you are leaving Nigeria for Canny because things are not alright with you in Naija. If they were, you would stay back. It doesn't matter how much you earn, be it 3m/month or 3k/month, any problem is a problem and Nigeria's problems transcends your monthly take home pay. So please leave maternal alone. 32 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Canadianfly: 3:28pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
salford1: Let me ask this question, what does "doing well by Nigerian standards" mean? "Doing well" is very relative. I remember a post some pages back where someone said he earns N300K a month and is doing well in Nigeria. He is a single man, probably lives in Ekiti or Awka. Hence he is "doing well". A man with 4 kids living in Abuja earning 300K has not even started earning his rent. So I ask again what is "doing well by Nigerian standards"? Because both scenarios I just gave live in Nigeria. The point made earlier by Maternal is that "doing well" comes in different forms but Nigerians always equate it to money. From the poster's post, her dislike is the environment and children's schools. Hence my reference to Regents. A man should be able to put his wife's concerns and children's future before his fears. Heck, work out something like going back and forth (since money is not a problem) to Canada and Nigeria when school's out. Once again it's all sentimental to me. 7 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 3:49pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Canadianfly:The lady said the family is doing well by Nigerian standards. That is all that matters. Just as you mentioned yourself, doing well is relative to different people or family. There are people who believe they are doing well and are not interested in leaving naija like the lady's husband. If migrating would make the husband unhappy, then the family might be better off staying back in Nigeria till the lady is able to convince her husband to migrate. Simple as ABC. 18 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Rebarobyn: 4:27pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Kayla10: Don't get me wrong, I'm not for rudeness. My point was that the person who the post was directed at is not complaining and probably sees it differently hence the "thank you". And if its not a big deal to her, no one should make it a big deal. 20 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by DadR: 4:51pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
I think we should just let this argument die down as those speaking for and against have only commented based on their perception of the poster's situation. The poster didn't give full details/holistic view of the situation she's facing with her husband and I don't expect her to put up such here, hence, we cannot categorically say what the fear of the husband is. We all look same way but see differently. Let the poster seek God's wisdom in solving immigration issues with her hubby. Ultimately, irrespective of where we all are, HAPPINESS IS KEY! Cheers! Tamm: 6 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Java47: 5:10pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Java47: Please you have to be in Toronto. I'm not the job giver, I'm only linking you up. Thanks |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by tee10: 5:11pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
It's ridiculous how a particular guy here make wide assumptions about people and there marriage I know folks who are pushing this Canada thing just so they can have the best of both worlds in Nigerian and Canada, many of them are only trying to hedge there risk in case Nigeria falls apart Folks should limit themselves to what they know and stop this over sabi attitude 16 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by A555: 5:12pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
damidamsel: Changed USD into my Gtbank domiciliary account before i left. I travelled with USD$5k only because of the size of my family, honestly I don't even like travelling with that much money. On arrival, got my SIN next day, then proceeded to open bank accounts same day(I went with RBC). Requested a USD account as well as the CAD accounts, then I transferred from my Nigerian dom account to the USD account. Cash was credited into my account within 24hrs. When you consider the time difference it could be up to 48hrs if you miss the window to initiate the transfer in Nigerian time. I had to be careful to initiate the transfer before the GTbank closed their fx transactions for the day or it gets carried over to the next day and extends by a further day or so. And you can move between your CAD and USD accounts as easily as moving cash between your current and savings accounts in Nigeria. 30 Likes 14 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by primeson1(m): 5:18pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Oh thanks for this, so how did you move the money from your GTB DOM to canny USD? Through internet banking or your GTworld app? Is it possible to move money from GT dom to Canny CAD account? A555: 1 Like |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Drmedical: 5:26pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Drmedical: 5:29pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Java47:Is march 24 too far |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by A555: 6:24pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
primeson1:I used the internet banking option. I'm not sure fx transfer function is available on the GTWorld app. I looked a while (without trying to hard), and just went to the internet banking portal because I had a clearer idea where to find the transfer option. It is possible to move from a GT dom account to any other currency account in the world. I have done it with AUD in the past. So expect it will be the same with CAD. However, the transfer will be done on the basis of the exchange rate at the time the transaction is put through. There is probably no real advantage to watching the forex prices trying to save an extra few cents, but if you want to manage your USD to CAD conversions by yourself, for the extra few dollars from forex fluctuations, then best to go into a USD account. 6 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Tamm: 6:34pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
I wasn't speaking to the lady...my post was directed at the person who made a reference to India. Thanks. DadR: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Iyamefa: 6:35pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
dabexy: What is the threat to your life in the U.S? Are you originally American or a Nigerian that went to the U.S with a tourist visa now looking to cross into Canada? If your way isn’t legit, I don’t know if anyone can help you here. As far as I know, we are all legally migrated or migrating to Canada. Thanks 11 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Kayla10: 6:36pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Rebarobyn: And where have I made it a "big deal"? I only made an observation seeing as I genuinely thought it was mighty gracious of her. Also, you are actually making my point because as you say she "sees it differently"; that was the exact crux of my original comment. So what are you on about again? 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by DadR: 6:38pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Sorry, I may have quoted you but my comment wasn't specifically to you. It was just a general one to address the lingering argument. Cheers Tamm: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Kayla10: 6:50pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
salford1: No Salford1, how can it be simple? No, it is a very hard something oh. Based on the counsel of our "inhouse marriage, rudeness and happiness barometer Commissioner" (insert major eyeroll emoji), she should kuku powerlift the husband, carry him on the head like gala and march him into Canada...mtchewwww! 13 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by eddycross(m): 6:53pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Can you share the cost of transferring USD from GTB to Canada? Thanks I've sent them mails a few times, haven't got a response. A555: 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Kayla10: 7:07pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
tee10: Mucho Gracias! Why people think this type of behavior is tolerable is just beyond me. The mind totally boggles! Someone will just stay chomping at the bits, itching to be unnecessarily abrasive all in the name of "being blunt". Anyway, na for online these blunt ones dey get plenty power. Internet Bruce Lee! 11 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by CAstruggle(m): 7:15pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
honey86: They are thicker than they look 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nwandy218: 7:36pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
What percentage of money transferred was bank charges? Did you also have to pay any transfer fees? Is there any fixed charges or they are based on the amount being transferred? Thanks. Just trying to know how much it costs to move large sums of money from a gtb dom acct to a cad acct. A555:0 |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Abby2017: 7:44pm On Jan 25, 2018 |
Kayla10: 2 Likes |
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