Best response on Nairaland. Thoughtful!

egopersonified:
This is the effect of generations of family life. When we start solving this problem from the cause, there will never be answers.

We encourage our girls to focus on being wife materials and mothers. We teach them how to cook and take care of the home while the brothers are outside playing ball, making connections and going places. He is taught that a man's place is outside the home. To bring home the bacon. To take care of his family and be the bread winner. Till we start to teach our kids differently, we will still get this same results till eternity.


We teach our boys to not cry, don't show emotion and he bottles it up till he has a heart attack while a woman will cry from morning till night, shout out all her frustrations and be relieved from that burden.

We tell our men to take care of this girlfriend so another man doesn't snatch her. So he does two jobs and a side hustle just to 'maintain' her.

Why can't we teach our kids that both parties should be equal contributors to the family purse? Why can't the first person home make dinner? Why can't the man take the kids to the hospital while the woman goes to sell her tomatoes? Why do we have men coming on nairaland to tell us 'I take care of all the responsibilities in the home and all she does is to fill gas and she is complaining when I boil ordinary water to bath'?

Till we begin to train ourselves as one and the same unit, men will keep dieing young and women will keep enjoying the fruits of both their labours.

Stewart883:
Damn may he RIP.

He used to be very close friends to my late dad in the 1980s... Generation come Generation go The Earth still remains.

Same here! Met him again in 2000

I think Dreeye and advancedDNA are both right.

Dreeye - most schools in Canada waive the English Language requirement for Nigerians. Thats correct.

advancedDNA - while UNBC doesn't necessarily put Nigeria on their English exempt list, an applicant from Nigeria can clearly ask for an exemption. Most applicants from Nigeria should ask for an exemption since our language of instruction is English and we conduct our day to day activities in English at least in most cities in Nigeria. See details below for details.

http://www.unbc.ca/apply/graduate/english-language-requirements

Both of you are doing a great job helping others. Thumbs up.

advanceDNA:


U r d one saying am wrong. like I manufactured what I said from thin air...I can quote my source which is standard criteria from the university' website..http://www.unbc.ca/apply/graduate/supporting-documents

Just becos u got a waiver doesn't mean it's not boldly stated on their website..u saying am wrong is totally uncalled for..
someone asked for general schools he can get full or partial scholarship..did he at any point state he wanted only Canadian scholarship for his brother and babe??
...I seem not to understand why u seem to label wrong on my posts, what's wrong with giving helpful tips about available scholarships in other places other canada. someone can make use of it. Infact someone asked for it

And u stating reasons for travelling sounds pretty defensive I don't think I questioned or judged you or anybody's decision to take a hike from Nigeria....infact I give helpful tips to people trying to do so tru educational means that can't really find their way around it..

Its quite difficult to get a Masters admission considering your GPA.
Your PGD may just come in handy.

terrymason:
due to my low Cgpa, I don't know if any school will admit me for Msc that's why I opted for PGD... Do you have any clue on that? thanks boss.

The Geoscience field has been really slow in Canada due to the downturn in the resource sector (mainly exploration and mining). Our hope is that the oil patch and mining sector pick up steam in the coming years. Keep that in mind because the good jobs in Geophysics are mainly tied to exploration and mining. This is assuming you wish to get some work experience after your studies.

Most schools only offer Masters and Ph.d programs in Geophysics, however a few colleges in Canada offer Geological Technology diploma. e.g Yukon college: https://www.yukoncollege.yk.ca/programs/info/geological_technology and NAIT: http://www.nait.ca/program_home_76839.htm

You will find a lot of schools in the U.K and Australia offer PGD in Geophysics.

terrymason:
which PGD/C program is related or suited for a Geophysics graduate? tho my cgpa is 2.63. gracias friends

Hello, there are plenty of rooms near University of Ottawa.

See this link: http://www.kijiji.ca/b-room-rental-roommate/ottawa/uottawa/k0c36l1700185.

For accommodation close to any school always type: "rooms close to [my school name]" on google.com

iamosamede55:
Good morning guys .plz i really need to network with uottawa's student. Pls if you are going to ottawa this winter or already in ottawa, i 'll like to have a chat with you. Securing accommodation has been very difficult, houses I've been seeing on the schools housing board are mostly in Gatineau, or they basement apartment, or they don't want a man. I really need someone there to assist me.

University of Waterloo is well respected in your field of study. A lot of tech and finance firms in Toronto put UWaterloo grads in your field on top of their hiring list. This is coming from friends who are either working with Uwaterloo grads or attended Uwaterloo. Thats all i can tell you. All the best.

yorex2011:
So I'm deciding to apply to university of calgary, university of waterloo, university of western ontario, carleton university and concordia university
for masters in software engineering.
Anyone have any experience with any of the schools whose willing to share some insights should kindly message me. Thankssssss!!!

Declaring that you intend to come back home at the time of your visa application will not hurt your chances of permanent residence if you intend to do so in the future.

There is a clear and legal path to permanent residence for international students who intend to stay. Just make sure you play by the rules, obey the laws and stick to studies.

You might want to spend some time on the link below

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/institutions/intent.asp

tplacid:
Please gurus in house, it's advised that we write our SOP stating we intend to come back to Nigeria, however for those of us trying to apply for PR through FSW or EE won't it be a red flag for the VOs ?

It is not unconventional for students to seek part time employment during their academic programs. Below is a list of part jobs as well as tips to have in mind while searching for the right part - time job.


Tips


#1 - Off-Campus vs On-Campus Jobs


On-campus jobs tend to be convenient and flexible. Your job and lecture are in the same campus location hence no need for commuting. For example, if you work in the campus book store and your lecture hall is on the second floor of the same building then all you need to do is walk down. 


In addition, campus work tends to take into account your course schedule for the day. In some cases campus employers are known to give student employees a flexible time schedule that fits the lecture time-table. This comes in handy during exams and when you need extra time off for projects and presentations. 


Off-campus job as the name implies are jobs that are located outside of the campus vicinity. They may not be as flexible and convenient because it may require some type of commute. Imagine trying to catch a bus in the winter to work after your lectures. And if even though you have a car, you still have to deal with traffic and gas bill. Furthermore, your employer may not necessarily give you that extra time off when they need arises. 

According to CIC, full time international students on a valid study permit may work for a maximum of 20 hours per week off campus. Some employers may have an issue with the 20 hours cap. There is no cap on the number of hours a student can work on campus. 


#2 - Weekend vs Weekday Jobs


At the beginning of the semester make sure you get a hold of your course syllabus so you can understand your course breakdown and the amount of time you will need to put in. This will help you choose between weekend or weekday part time job. 


If you choose to work on weekends. Make sure you do most of your academic work on the weekday. If you leave your academic work for the weekend you might find it hard to accomplish anything by Monday morning due to work.

If you work on weekdays (after lectures) then take your weekend seriously to catch up on all academic work.

The amount of extra time you will  have available to yourself will depend on your course load and the amount of hours you allocate to your job. 


#3 - Pros vs Cons


Pros: Learn how to manage your money early - allocate money for bills, rent, groceries and learn to stay within your budget. 


You will learn how to prioritize what matters to you most because of the little time available to you. Hence you will pick up time management skill. 


You will pick up all sorts of work experience as well as how to deal with co-workers. This is vital for when you start working full time in your field. 


You learn how to be independent. Once you know how to make your own decisions concerning budgeting, time management and planning you are slowly starting to take control of your life and steering it where you want to go. 


Cons: Some jobs can be physically or mentally exhausting. Watch out for the hours you signup for and gauge how much work you can actually do so you don`t become too exhausted to study. 


Some people cannot combine work and study. If you start to get poor grades, stop working and focus on studies.


It is easy to get side-tracked with a high paying part time job. Make sure you don`t abandon your academic work completely. 


#4 - No Canadian work experience?


If you have been rejected due to a lack of Canadian work experience, then consider volunteering with local organizations near you. You can volunteer with your professors, salvation army, religious institutions, hospitals, student union, etc. Let your volunteer work experience reflect in your resume. 


#5 - Begin job search on campus


Look into your student union website for jobs on campus first before looking off campus for jobs, especially if you want to enjoy the convenience and flexibility discussed above. 


#6  - Use job sites


Use job sites like indeed , workopolis,monster to search for all kinds of jobs. 


#7  - Networking


Talk to other students in your various small student groups about part time positions that maybe floating around. Expand your friend circle and learn more about new opportunities. 


Lists of student part-time jobs


Library Attendant


Food counter clerk


Classroom technology assistant


Book store cashier / sales associate


Teaching Assistant  - mostly for graduate students


Campus Security


Campus Bar Jobs - bouncer, security, waitress, cook, 


Student Union Positions - President, VP academics, VP student life


Pizza delivery driver - will need a working vehicle


Grocery chains (walmart, superstore, safeway, etc) - look for cashier, janitorial and merchandise associate positions. 


University call centre - Out bound and inbound call agents or telemarketers are always needed. Also look for other call centers off campus. 


Retail Stores (clothing stores, electronic stores, etc) - search for sales associate and customer service positions, etc. Make sure you are a people person.


Courier stores - look for positions in DHL, Fedex and UPS stores


Campus gym attendent 


Tutoring - recommended if you are good at a particular subject. Speak to your student union about this.


Fast food clerk - look for opportunities in your local mall and university centre food court, etc.


Coop/internship/summer jobs -

if you can secure a 4 - 16 month industry placement, you will gain work experience as well save lots of money upon your return. In some cases, you make enough money so you don't have to pick up a part time job in the regular semester.


Uber cab driver - will need a working car


Baby sitter


Dog walker


Local Cinema jobs (Landmark, Cineplex, Empire, etc) - cast member, cashier, games host, cinema host


There are many more part time jobs out there. It really boils down to what you can lay your hands on and the skill set you bring to the table. 


Source: www.studentsconnect.ca

I barely respond to post on Nairaland but this one is kinda dear to heart [am Ibibio].

The original poster, Naijaguy77, Sowell, Nigerianvenom, etc I suppose all have good intentions. Abusing each other however takes away your credibility. Do you want to have a mature open discussion? or you just want things your way?

Each time you disrespect a person on this thread you derail your point. Your abuses become the subject. As the thread progresses you can slowly see a shift from the very rich cultural subject. Stay with the subject irrespective of opinions and we can have a meaningful discussion without abuses.

How students intend to fund their tuition is a vital ingredient when it comes to a University or College education. While working and paying tuition remains a viable option, other sources that may or may be available to prospective students include; family sponsorship, student loans, scholarships and grants, etc.

Although most of the tuition funding options mentioned above are readily available for a student who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, the same cannot be said for an international student in Canada. The option of government student loan is not available for international students in Canada even though there are international students loans mostly available in the United States.

The other option which is not readily available to international students is working and paying for tuition (individual funding), which brings us to main premise behind this topic. Is it possible to fund your international student fees in Canada through part time or full time work?

Working while studying can be stressful especially if you are in a program that has a heavy course load. A good example of this type of program is Engineering. Engineering programs tend to easily pile up lengthy projects, assignments and tutorials for the student outside the normal lecture slot. This situation requires extra study time in some cases, leaving the student with very little time for part time work.

Hence, time is of essence for an international student who intends... http://emakgaga..ca/2014/12/working-and-paying-your-tuition-myth.html?m=1

Please read the full details at emakgaga..com. Nairaland platform won't let me post a table I used for analysis based on its current format.
Please get to this vital information to family and friends. Lets discourage our country men from being potentially stranded abroad.

Job search in Canada is really based on anyone's perspective. This is mine. Please read.

I will be giving a few tips about job search and work experience before and after graduation as an International student. These tips won't necessarily have an order or lists but will make sure it begins just before graduation.

Before Graduation

One of the key things in a job search is a resume. While you are in school studying and attending classes be sure to make out time from your busy schedule to attend writing workshops or the career services department of your school. Talk to someone about how to write a resume or at least ask them to go over your resume for you.You will get good tips on how to write one or fix the problems in your resume.
When applying for a job whether in your field or not you will be asked to present a resume so make sure you have one irrespective of your academic year or work experience.

It is good to have some kind of a part time job while studying but don't forget your goal should be to get experience in your field of study or at least some professional experience before graduation. Hence, do not get caught up in part time work. I will give a short example. Lets say you get a job as a Library attendant on campus to support yourself (rent, bills, groceries, etc). If you don't make out the time to apply for jobs in your field during the summer months it may be tough to get a job without any form of professional experience upon graduation.

Join your student groups to meet other students who have gained some work experience and ask plenty of questions. An experienced student once told me to avoid a certain company because their pay cheque got delayed for a month and it was same case for everyone who worked with them. For example, lets say you are studying Engineering at the University of Manitoba, you can join the University of Manitoba Engineering Society. Get involved and talk to a lot of people. Sometimes, you can get access to past exam questions and answers in some of these groups.

Talk to your professors, they might just have answers to where you should be applying for jobs. Some of these professors are research consultants or some how know a colleague or a former student who works for a company that offers services in your field of study. In addition, some professors get funding to work on a research for months and might just hire you as a research assistant which is a good way of gaining professional experience. Don't forget to show interest in their field when you talk to them (profs.). They might just get the idea that you are looking for experience and not interested in their research so be smart about it.

If your program of study offers the Co-op option make sure you do your best to be admitted, as it can easily get competitive. Some Co-op programs have a duration of 16 months industry experience which is a great way to gain experience before graduation. Aside from work experience, you get to come back to school and have more understanding or appreciation for your field of study.

Some professions have professional associations and do encourage student memberships so make sure you join and start enjoying the benefits available to students. Associations like CSEG, SEG, APEGA, APEGM to name a few, all have great scholarships, grants and mentorship programs for students. Also make sure you attend their functions to connect with professionals in your field. It is good to have contacts in your field while you are studying, they might just be able to recommend you for a position in the future or at least point you in the right direction. Don't forget to keep in touch with your contacts regularly.

Always make you do a follow-up for any jobs you apply for and please do it in a respectful manner so you are not considered a stalker.

After Graduation

Graduation comes with excitement but it also leaves you with the question "NOW WHAT?"

While some graduates get a full time offer after a summer position or Co-op work experience, others just get hired after their first interview. Sounds promising right?

The truth is, they are lot of students who graduate without any work experience and this is where I had a major roadblock to getting a job.
It is frustrating to apply for jobs with no single call or interview but don't go to sleep just yet. Use the tips below.

First of all be very motivated. You spent a great deal of effort staying up all night studying for your assignments, midterms, exams or putting together a final year project for a grade, so why not spend extra time for job search. Why not do a better job at job hunting that you will eventually get paid for. Be prepared to write a 100s of resumes and cover letters. Be prepared to get out and talk to people a.k.a networking. Consider it a full time job irrespective of where you are or what you are doing.

Keep yourself busy at all times and not Idle. If you eventually get an interview, employers will like to know what you have done since graduation. Get extra skills and certification by taking a short workshop in your field. Volunteer if you have to, but don't just sit at home. Whatever activity you get involved in while searching for jobs please indicate it in your resume and get ready to explain it to employers during the interview. It won't look good on you if all you did 9 months after graduation is just sit at home and watch tv and look for jobs. Get out and do something and encourage yourself while looking for a job.

Some of these jobs won't be across the street from your house so have a "Go-Getter" mentality and be prepared to move if you have to. Remember you have to do something different from what every other job seeker is doing, so get creative too. In my situation, I made a business card with my name, program of study and a small note that said " recent graduate looking for first opportunity".
It was easy to hand out the cards whenever I met people in networking functions as opposed to resumes.

Use your LinkedIn profile as an electronic resume. Employers also use LinkedIn a lot to post new positions or just browse profiles for potential employees so make the best of it. Make sure your LinkedIn profile is very professional. In addition, before an interview employers will always look for any recent online activity and that includes all social media pages. Make sure you clean up any indecency on your social media page as a potential employer may come across it. What is acceptable and not acceptable is really up to you but make sure you ask someone.

Keep in touch with classmates and friends as they may have been recently hired and may be in a position to recommend you for a job or at least give inside information on which company may be looking soon.

It is possible to find a professional job that is not directly related to your field and when you do please do not turn it down unless you really have something lined up. The key is getting your 'foot by the door' - get into the work environment and gain some experience while looking. When you do this, you can easily find yourself closer to people in your field or at least get to understand how the job market works. Either ways, it is better than sitting at home because you are gaining some experience and also earning some income.

The sad part of job search is when someone takes a job at some convenient store and then gives up on job search in their field. Just remember the years you spent working hard in school for a degree and you will be motivated to get back into it. You did not do a 4 year program to give up on your vision so get on with it. Remember you can achieve your goals if you don't give up on your self. If you give up on yourself no one else can encourage you, so be mentally strong while looking.

The Moment You Land Your First Opportunity

Once you get your first job its ok to rest a little bit, but don't completely go to sleep. Don't stop networking with professionals irrespective of background, nationality or ethnicity. Update everyone including classmates where you work and stay connected. Your LinkedIn profile should reflect this. Expanding your network can sometimes help bring business to your company and make you a valuable employee. In addition, during economic downturns professionals in your network might just be able to help you out in the case of layoffs. Stay connected with everyone.

Seize every opportunity to learn new roles at work from experienced professionals to gain experience. Enroll in your company's educational program if there's any and talk to your boss about new opportunities at work.

Remember with trust comes favour. Hence, employers like honest, reliable and trustworthy employees. To be gainfully employed you must have these three qualities. You keep them? you stand a chance of getting a job through referrals during tough times.

If there is any thing else I would add, I did like to say 'Never Ever' leave a good boss/workplace/co workers for a bigger paycheque somewhere else unless you are sure you will be getting a better treatment. It is hard to find a good boss, good co workers and a good pay cheque all at the same place. I will take a good boss over a bigger pay cheque any day because happiness is not easy to come by at work sometimes.


Don't forget to leave comments or send me an email at emakgaga@gmail.com for any corrections or general comments. Have a great week ahead.




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