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amdman:
Thank you so much for your advice. I am not going to Ontario but Manitoba. I have my pre nursing admission already.Do you think that your advice would still fit for someone going to Manitoba in terms of OSAP and grant? Which one is the smartest move please 🙏 a job plus school or OSAP & grant. I can get a PSW job with my certificate course but I think it would be better to take advantage of the grant and OSAP since i am coming in newly with no job offer and Canadian income. so that I’ll concentrate fully on my studies. Whichever way, I am going to pursue my career in nursing. Thank you for your guidance.



Here is what I would do if I were in your shoes in 2026:

Apply for a Nursing degree program under Ontario Learn and Stay Grant at schools in London, Windsor, Ottawa. Degree is fully paid for by Ontario Govt.

Apply for and accept OSAP grant to fund living expenses in the interim


I chose London, Windsor, Ottawa as the economic activities in those cities are robust enough for your spouse to find employment in their field.

After a year in Nursing, you are able to start working as a PSW and earn an income, and gain more experience.

Finish your program in less than 4years and you are guaranteed a career in one of the most stable professions in Canada, with options of moving to the US if you want.

ferfer:
I am grateful for your time and advice. I’ll check out the online pre nursing school.

A little bit about the nursing project - I have focused on that because it's been a dream of yours and that pivoting from it will not make you feel complete.

1) Athabasca University used to have online pre-health science courses. Also check in with your university if it is acceptable or if they have a course equivalency chart for pre nursing courses from online Athabasca University. This way you have time to work + family responsibilities.

2) Congratulations on your PR. This may not be for you but it's good for families with kids transitioning from 'one' environment to the 'other' to try to foster independence. If you happen to have someone who helps around the home, this is the time to thank them and pay them off. Independence in every member of the family from the daddy to the mummy and the young ones, especially with regards to domestic duties, self care and activities of daily living is very important for new immigrants.

3) It is achievable academically and people do it all the time. I know folks who came into this country and started, arguably, more difficult, and expensive professional undergraduate degrees like Dentistry, Medicine, Pharmacy and were able to graduate. Was it tough, oh yes, it probably was for these folks.
Is it worth it? That is subjective.

4) MSL, DSW and Pharm. Tech. are also rewarding and awesome career lines. Go for it!

Goodluck.

Anestdennis:
Okay Sir. For the references sir, it has to be a written A4 copy worded letter with company letterhead right ?

Thank you

Anestdennis:
Good morning,

I have a question here, for someone that is in turkeyi and applying for PR from there, is it acceptable to IRCC if the applicant use an account statement from Nigeria as POF, Is it allowed? Also for the other documents, is it necessary to show reference letter from the current employer or former employer or is the employment letter enough.

Thank you al.

Ontarioo:
If you're genuinely paid in cash, go ahead and present it with evidence. You will be fine. Only cash payment getting rejection are those that faked it. Don't generalize it.

Jacknn:
Hello house,

Please I need your guidance and any helpful advice you can offer based on this profile below. currently exploring possible immigration options to Canada and would appreciate insight from anyone who has been in a similar position or understands the pathway well.

: I applied for Sinp like you but I didn’t get their nomination because your course of study must tally with your job experience . But you stand a better chance with Manitoba. Just create your EOI and hope for the best in Manitoba specific draw .
Occupation: Certified Nursing Assistant (NOC 33102)
IELTS Score:
Listening – 7.0
Reading – 5.5
Writing – 7.0
Speaking – 6.0
Overall Band – 6.5
Education: B.Sc in Business Administration (WES evaluation in progress)
Work Experience: 4+ years experience as a care aide/nurse assistant
Age: 28 years old
Marital Status: single
Children: 3 kids
My Key Questions:
Can I open an Express Entry profile with the IELTS score above?
I know Express Entry requires CLB 7 minimum for FSW. I does that disqualify me outright, or can I still submit and remain in the pool?
Since Express Entry might not be feasible for now, I am going the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) route actively applying for nurse aide jobs on:
Canada Job Bank
SaskJobs (Saskatchewan)
Work in Manitoba
Atlantic province boards (NB, NS, PEI)
However, for some provinces like Manitoba and Saskatchewan, I’m seeing I need to open an EOI (Expression of Interest) profile.

Should I open an EOI profile now even though I don’t have a job offer yet, or is it only after receiving a job offer that I should do that?
I'm confused about this part and don’t want to make any mistakes.
Finally, what’s your best advice at this stage?
I’m working hard every day to submit applications, follow up, and track job offers. I just need to know if I’m doing it right and how to position myself better or if I should consider other pathways.
Any help, direction, or correction from those more experienced would be deeply appreciated.

Thanks so much in advance.

RodgersAkpafu:
Imagine this smh

But then,
Pardon me asking
Was the money held in EUR or CAD
because u said 8k CAD worth of deposit
That said, sometimes lessons are best learnt by first hand experience, afterall we are all adults

RodgersAkpafu:
Again , for the umpteenth time
Dear Newbies moving to US/UK/Canada

Deal with that community with two eyes open and not a sheepish / dovish mentality
Not all are like that
But the sample size of those who are are significant enough to cause u problems IF you get to deal with them

Again, you don't have to take my word for it, or the experiences others have shared, sometimes experience IS THE BEST TEACHER, as Again, some of our fellow Nigerians have shared in the last 20 pages of this thread

Dear Compatriots
It's up to you 💯

jelmusboy:
If you need sponsor for the upcoming Home care worker pathway starting in March, contact me.

Predator188:
Ielts is not needed but the program is competitive high GPA is needed for second year! As you will be competing with other students for second year spot.
But less competitive for domestic students competing with international students!

Predator188:
Looks like overall Justin Trudeau's citizenship bill is better than Stephen harpers's government, while will a minor at 14 years required to take knowledge and language test for citizenship including 64 years.
Citizenship cannot be revoked for serious crimes under harper's government, countries like UK and US revokes citizenship for serious crimes including terrorism..
All features on 2 ,3 4 ,6 ,7, 8 bill is reasonable with Justin trudeau.

funkyy598:
CPR and First Aid certification can be completed in a one-day training session, including both lecture and practical components. These certifications are not only offered by Canadian colleges but also by globally recognized organizations like the Red Cross, which provides them worldwide at cheaper rate . Therefore, focus primarily on obtaining the main Health Care Aide certificate

Prettyqqueen:
Haaa bro Ayomikun please delete this quote don’t let another person see it cause haaaa wtf is this �this is totally out of line.. let forget about Philip house for now Philiphouse apart please let go to normal canada processing this is out of line totally sorry you are 101% wrong you know less about Canada visa

Prettyqqueen:
Haaa bro Ayomikun please delete this quote don’t let another person see it cause haaaa wtf is this �this is totally out of line.. let forget about Philip house for now Philiphouse apart please let go to normal canada processing this is out of line totally sorry you are 101% wrong you know less about Canada visa process please

renew4life:
Who knows Immigration office in Ekiti ?

Phayie:
Please did u do it yourself and wet the ground during capturing. Can u pls advise what I should do

Phayie:
Good day house. Pls my passport will expire in February 2022 but I want to use it to apply for Visa in November which will be less than 6months required. Please is it possible to apply for the renewal now since I still have about 8momths on it

scally11:
I captured on 17th of may for 32pages passport at alausa. I didn't give a penny to anyone and my passport is ready. I am the one looking for time to pick it up