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KrystalDesign:
Please can someone reply this?


Please i want to ask a question: With the updated visa processing duration for Nigerians which is 9 weeks, does this include both Saturday and Sunday or its just their working day which is Monday to Friday?

The processing times includes throughout the 7 days in a week (Monday to Sunday). Applicant's receive PPR and Refusal letters during the weekends.

rukevweanita:
please will one month be enough to apply for Canadian visa cos of conference?

No; you might end up missing the conference meeting. Apply three - four months before the scheduled date.

crackcrack:
Actually, only few June applicants are left. IRCC seems to have responded to most guys. It's just sad that the responses were negative for the most part.

You are probably right though. There seems to be something wrong with applying in June/July for September resumption .

At the bolded, that's not the right time to apply for a study permit to canada for a fall term. Though few might be lucky to receive their PPR but majority doesn't turn out well. It's a trend for IRCC. I strongly advise those that were rejected to quickly defer their admission to Winter and start preparing an airtight application that will demonstrate that their present situation has substantively changed to merit a study permit using their SOP and LOE to pin point the previous reasons for refusal.

It shall end in praises

oniwoski:
Hello Mr Frank and everyone,

Is it the total of my school fees for the entire program that needs to be in my account or school fees for one year and one year living expenses

Your sponsor has to show adequate proof of funds for your first year of Studies (tuition and living expenses) without working and no recourse to public funds. By so doing, the visa officer will critically examine your Sponsor's financial capability to finance the subsequent years of your study in Canada. However, assuming you're a self-sponsored applicant, you're expected to have the entire cost of your tuition in your bank account.

fOFT:
@hannamia007 I appreciate your time and energy you used to create this thread. You're a blessing to us and we will celebrate you pretty soon.

@Frankrobbn1 I wish you all the best in Canada. On arrival, make sure you take prophylaxis.


The purpose of this note is to bring to our notice that after buying the database since I believe the notion that you use money to get money and also information is costly to obtain. The seller refused to give full access to the database - we can only view hence restiction. I don't blame them, it is business as usual.

However, I have a work around it but I will need collaboration of volunteers (with Engineering or Programming background) to create our of database of hiring companies in the AIPP provinces and later to be updated with RNIP in fall.

I have good knowledge of VBA and I believe it's a best fit.

If I don't get volunteers within 1-2 weeks, I will spend some sleepless nights to develop macros that will best suite our need but it will come at a cost at the end of the day.

Thanks very much @fOFT, I will surely do as you've advised. I really appreciate your kind gesture and best wishes.

It shall end in praises for everyone on this thread. We shall all celebrate!

hannamia007:
Frank, the job you applied for, was it more than a month? Because I heard for it to be valid to IRCC it must be over a month advertised to show that no inland could fill the position before hiring from outside. How true please based on your experience?

Yes that's true! In my case it was advertised for close to two months and no inland (Permanent Residence holder/Canadian Citizen to be precise) was able to fill up the position in the organization. Hence the need for foreign employee.

Dipopo080318:
As a follow up to your response I'll like to know if as a spouse of a principal applicant I need to evaluate my credentials. Thanks

No you don't need to evaluate your credentials. As it's not a requirement for AIPP program. I know of an applicant who applied together with her spouse for PR under AIPP. She was the principal Applicant and her spouse didn't include any evaluated credentials.

kcosam:
Does it mean that if the applicant goes through PR application, his employer won't have to pay the compliance fee of C$230 for an employee ID card?

Yes boss! Your employer wouldn't have to pay for the compliance fee of $230 if you're going for direct PR. All your employer needs is to sign, fill and date the OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT TO A FOREIGN NATIONAL 5650E FORM as well as the applicant's signature so as to be able to apply for PR. Without this form, you can't be eligible to apply for a PR under the AIPP stream. The compliance fee is refundable only on the account that the applicant Application for Work Permit was rejected.

Sammieuwa:
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skymint:
Please assist me with the list of what to do to fulfill this.
The money is cheap compared to the other rout,and as such I am interested.

First of all you will need to find a job and then ask the employer if they are willing to support your PR application through the AIPP or not. Because they will have to do lot of paperwork and disclose some business documents to the government. Small business might not want to do it.

Second, if they are willing to do it then the employer will need to apply to be a designated employer ( that's if the employer is not designated yet). There are forms and required documents that have to be filled by employer and submitted to the provincial gov't. If approved, the next step is getting a settlement assesment from an Atlantic immigration officer at the multiculturalism office and filling endorsement application forms. The immigration will refer you to go to a place/portal where you will schedule for an interview with an intake counselor Officer. At the time of the interview, the officer will assess/ask what you need to settle down in the province, for example an accommodation, or plan to enrol for an english course, or air port pick up etc. All these services are totally free. The result of the assessment will need to be signed and submitted along with the endorsement application forms. If approved by provincial govt, the provincial govt will give you endorsement certificate which is valid for 6 months. This endorsement certificate has to be submitted along with your PR application to the Federal level (IRCC). After you have successfully received your endorsement certificate, you are on your own (OYO). I mean, you don't need your employer to do paperwork for you anymore. This part is employee's part and your responsibility to package an airtight Application following the instructions on the Document Checklist!..... AIPP Permanent Residency Application takes 6 months or less in most cases and processed at ACCRA IMMIGRATION OFFICE.

Hope it helps

Mariesio:
Good Day,

Kindly clarify this pls : Does the vacancy need to be over a month old before it can be considered under the AiPP?

Yes designated employers in the Atlantic province must show proof at the time of applying for a provincial endorsement that the company has made effort in recruiting a permanent residence/canadian citizen (locally)within the province to fill up the shortage of labour. With that said, employer must submit proof of newspapers, and magazines where they advertised the job title which made it eligible for the company to recruit a foreign employee.

femisek:
Kindly clarify please,Does it mean if you get a job offer,you can choose to go for PR directly neglecting work permit?Who decides you go for which,you or the employer?

Once you've successfully secured a job offer it's the responsibility of the employer to decide either of two (PR and WP) for the applicant. Assuming the employer needs the applicant urgently in their organization, then they might opt for work permit. As I said earlier, my employer disapprove recruiting Nigerian applicants via work permit route because it takes longer to be finalized and most cases end up in a refusal. So, the decision is dependent upon your employer. Bear in mind for you to be eligible for a work permit, your employer must pay a compliance of 230$CAD for an employee ID which you will be required to fill this number in your work permit application form.

teechedah:
Oh thank you, I guess i was wrong. I taught someone must school in canada, i never knew i can also use my naija diploma cert.

You can use 9ja diploma here. It's acceptable

Olaneeran:
Congratulations to you, NL pioneer AIPP PR!

I would like to confirm the highest degree you stated on your resume to land this job.

I stated that I had a Bachelor's degree... Though, a highschool diploma is also acceptable for some certain jobs under AIPP

kcosam:
Hello Frank,
Please am really interested on knowing the financial implications from ECA, IELTS, PR application fee, etc. From your experience so far.
Also I have seen in one of the province which i think its Newfoundland that said applicants must submit their ECA and IELTS alongside their application for endorsement, I guess the rule doesn't apply to all.
Is there any difference between the requirements for PR and Work permit under the AIPP?
Did the company tell you from their experience the reason for high rate of Work permit refusal and the reason to apply for PR instead?

Breakdown of the cost of AIPP PROGRAM -

ECA - N110,000
IELTS - N75,000
PR APPLICATION $550 AND RPRF $490 (Right of Permanent Residence fee) - $1040 which is equivalent to = N292,240
BIOMETRICS - $85 which is equivalent to N23,885
MEDICALS @IOM - N41,500


Total = N542,625

It's now a requirement for all provinces in the Altantic that Applicants must submit ECA and IELTS as at the time of Application for a provincial endorsement. This rule was recently effected. It was not in place when I started my process. However, during the processing of my endorsement the immigration officer requested for proof of my highest level of education and a copy of my resume.

Permanent Residence is a visa/status granted to a foreigner who is not a Canadian citizen and bestowed the right to live and work in Canada without any time limit on their stay. Whereas, work permit is a temporary resident visa that allows you to work for a specific period of time for an employer. The work permit was originally created for companies/employers that are anxiously/urgently seeking for a foreign employee to come over to Canada and fill up the labour shortage in their organization and subsequently apply for their PR within Canada.

The company complained that they have had issues with Nigerian applicants applying for Work permit to Canada. They further explained to me that applicants from Nigeria are been invited for an interview at the canadian consulate (embassy) at Lagos. During the interview, the visa offficer at the embassy will begin to run a background check on the applicants work experience letter (reference letters) as well as start contacting/calling each and every of the referees on the applicant's resume, the employer in Nigeria, and also the applicant's family members in order to ascertain that the applicants really had the job experience in the corresponding NOC stated on the job offer from the employer in Canada. Furthermore, they complained that Work permit application takes forever like 8-12 months before a response is communicated to the applicant, which all end up as a REFUSAL. So he advised that Permanent Residence is the best option for Nigerian applicants seeking to migrate through the AIPP program and the PR process takes at least 6 months or less in most cases.


I hope this helps.

reliableGod:
Thank you so very much for this and congrats on Ur PPR

Thanks and you too.

All the best!

teechedah:
Congratulation bro, am so happy for you.Please I saw this under the high skilled that someone must have at least a Canadian high school diploma or equivalent education

Yup! AIPP requires at least a high school diploma that is equivalent to the Canadian high school diploma to be qualified for the program. To be able to achieve this, you need to evaluate your degree certificate/transcripts via WES/ICES. NOC 0, A and B falls under high skilled program, whilst NOC C and D falls under Intermediate skilled program.

xcaper:
Congratulation Frank. More wins for all of us in this Canada Journey. How long did you go hunting online before you landed this job? How was your interview conducted what means was used?

Thanks for the best wishes.

It took me solid 4 months of persistence reading and exploring of different companies websites using the approved list of designated employers under the AIPP stream. At some point, I got discouraged as most of the companies I contacted vehemently said they weren't aware of the immigration program called - AIPP.... This kept me puzzling and wondering how will they not know about the Atlantic program. Meanwhile, their companies names were boldly published among the designated employers on the list of the Atlantic program to hire foreign employees. I knew what I wanted so I relentlessly kept on pushing without hesitation. I sought advices from some of the experienced Indians guys on the WhatsApp group I belonged to as of then, they gave me tips on how to contact employers in the Altantic region and shared me some of their cover letters during their hunt for job offers. Having implemented all the tips and tricks as advised, all attempts proved abortive as majority of the employers I contacted were looking for employees with work permit within Canada.

The quest for job offer continued, afterwhich I decided to build up my LinkedIn account and subscribing to the premium package which will give me visibility for any job vacancies within my qualifying NOC. It was very quite fortunate for me to see one of the approved companies under AIPP and their advertisement for Vacancy for over two months. A thought came to my mind and i resolved to give it a shot and see if things turns out fine for me.... To be honest, its was a mere trial!. I didn't even invest so much hope that I'll secure the job. After all, I have been getting several rejection response/mails from companies in Canada all this while, therefore it's no longer a new thing to me. I braced up and contacted the company via their LinkedIn page as well as explaining to them about my sincere interest in working for the company and filling up their labour shortage. Luckily, the company replied my message after a week and requested that I should email them a copy of my resume and a cover letter which will detail about my vast working experiences in my qualifying NOC and why I am a good fit for the job/position in their company as well as the possible contributions I'll bring to the team that will yield high productivity for the company etc...

Fast forward, I did as the company requested and forwarded them my details. I got assistance from an indian guy who carefully took his time to review my resume, cover letter and reconstructed the mail I used. Within 3 business days, the company acknowledged the receipt of my documents, reviewed them and sent me an email regarding an interview.


My interview was conducted via Skype on the 21st of December, 2018. The manager of the company asked me questions about my experience and how long I have worked in that field and what is my current employment in my country of residence. Do I have my IELTS and ECA ready? Of which I sincerely told him that I don't have any yet but will get it done as soon as I have successfully secured the job offer. The manager is a jovial and very nice person. I must say he is very understandable and he said "That's okay, but you must have it so we can file for your Permanent Residence Application".... I replied with a calm voice "Sure I will".


At the end of the interview, the manager congratulated me with a smile on his face that I'm now a member/employee of the organization, that i should expect further correspondence from them which entails a signed job contract and supporting documentation regarding my employment via email. That I should endeavor to sign those forms and send it back to them ASAP, so they could begin my application for settlement plan, after which they will proceed with my provincial Endorsement and subsequently my Permanent Residence application to Canada. . My whole body was shivering... then I began to ask myself, could this be true or am i dreaming?. . This was one of the happiest day of my life meanwhile my PR will be the best of all. ..... The waiting is not an easy one but I believe everything will work out in due time and I'll receive a PPR in few months to come


I hope my story stands to inspire and motive you all. My advice is that you should keep on pushing and never relent. Someday you will definitely find your dream employer and they will accept your application with open arms.


Keep faith, trust the process and always be optimistic.



I wish you all the very best.

DBlessedofGod:
Oga Frank I cut cap for you anytime anyday. Kudos to you for the selfless job you are doing here.
I pray soonest you rejoice with me.

Thanks a lot

Definitely boss! You will share your success story here in short time to come. Thanks for the kind words.

GMs:
Thank you Mr Frank! GOD bless you for all you're doing for us ! Should I need any information I'll pm you sir. Thanks

Amen! I'm very grateful for the prayers. I'm thy humble servant to command, so you're free to contact me anytime. I'll be glad to help out in my little way. God bless us all.

It shall end in praises

GMs:
Guys, I'm set to submit end of this month ( August ), should I proceed as school resumes January 6th, I hope it's not late to submit my application. Thanks

The right time to apply for VISA against winter term is NOW. Waste no time and grab the opportunity of receiving a PPR in time and make plans for your trip.

Wizzy1989:
My online study permits eligblity review and background check have started over 9 weeks but no update yet is it a good signs

I would advise you send a CSE to the immigration requesting for an update/medical on your application and humbly request if they need further information from you that would be beneficial to the expeditious processing of your VISA.

SOPWriter:
Please continue your excellent work sir, your presence has done more good.

Nellykuch:
Ochiedike,no mind em. Who no knw no go no. I duff my cap anytime any day for thee.

Thanks @SOPWriter and @Nellykuch for the wonderful compliments about me. I really appreciate.

hannamia007:
Congratulations Frank, I’m really happy for you. It will end in praise, all the best while you assist us here

Thanks very much bro for creating the avenue for me to contribute my quota here.... I will do that which I'm always good at as can be seen on the Nairaland Canada Study Visa thread and Canada Visa forum !

MadeInTokyo:
Sup Frank

I see ur post most times on Canada visa forum under the AIPP thread.

Glad u joined this thread on Nairaland

Thanks boss for the recognition . It is my ambition to selflessly see that this platform and it's members flourish.

reliableGod:
Good afternoon house pls I have been following all the Canada threads but I bump into this today but can't find the tread directly from travels saw it from someone's post and I followed the link weldone guys. My question pls is that after IELTS and ECA can my spouse and I apply for jobs for the AIPP and whoever gets a job first becomes the PA

Assuming your spouse eventually was the lucky one to secure a job offer under the AIPP program from a designated employer he/she will be the Principal Applicant. The accompanying spouse doesnt need to write an IELTS and ECA. With that being said, If your spouse PR Application turns out successful, you automatically become a PR without stress . Please be well informed that AIPP is quite different from Express Entry where both parties (husband and wife) needs to sit and crack their brains for IELTS 8777 and attain at least a master's degree before being considered for an ITA.

timmb:
Pls I need to know if either me or wife qualified for the AIPP.. Here is our profile:

Me:
Age: 32
HND marketing
Work experience :NYSC and auto sales just register my company.

Wife:
Age :27
HND marketing
Working experience NYSC, currently working as fashion designer own a shop.

Pls and I need to know under which category of NOC does a marketing graduated fall

Thanks

To the best of my knowledge, you both qualify for the AIPP stream. However the AIPP requires at least 1 year experience in the last three years in your area of specialization (Marketing). You don't necessarily need to be employed as at the time of your application.

The corresponding Category of NOC for marketing is NOC 1123

connectgt:
@Frankrobbn1 welcome to this thread. Your contribution here will be very useful to us. We've met at the other thread.

Congratulations on your success so far. May God help all of us.

Thanks very much for the acknowledgement of my presence. I hope to be of great help to the members of this thread by making an impact and a difference in assisting others to actualize their goals of becoming a permanent residence of Canada through the AIPP stream.

bamangar:
congratulations... From what you wrote, you got the job before writing your IELTS and ECA? Great.
I want to find out, my elder sister is on this now. If she qualifies, will I also be granted PR as dependant?

Exactly! I got the job offer before writing the IELTS and ECA because I was a bit skeptical about the whole process..... After receiving my endorsement certificate from the province, my employer encouraged me to apply directly for PR instead of Work permit as they have had so many refusals from Nigerian Applicants seeking for Work Permit to Canada. Meanwhile, I'll advise anyone seeking for job offer to have both the IELTS and ECA handy so as to avoid delays. Once you receive your endorsement certificate from the province, apply for a direct PR instead of Work Permit. As per your second question, your sister's Permanent Residence status doesn't qualify you the sibling for a PR of Canada unless the principal Applicant is your spouse or parent

hannamia007:
am here specifically to help potential and high skilled Computer Science Graduates who have coding/programming background and wants to expand their chances of obtaining a Canadian PR, by applying for a relatively easy Immigration Program called - Altantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP). The AIPP primarily aims at filling the skill gaps in the Altantic region of Canada and supporting the business in luring the global latent. Without taking much of your time, I would like to inform you that there is a job openings at Halifax, Novia Scotia, Canada and the employer name is UBISOFT HALIFAX.

Attached is the offical website of the company -
https://www(dot)ubisoft(dot)com/en-US/careers/search.aspx?jobFamily=programming.

Feel free to explore and utilize your chances by securing a genuine job offer from a Canadian employer and applying for a permanent residency of Canada.

Job Positions Available :

1. Application programmer
2. Business application programmer
3. Computer game developer
4. Computer programmer
5. E-business (electronic business) software developer
6. Interactive media developer
7. Multimedia developer
8. Operating systems programmer
9. Programmer analyst
10. Scientific programmer
11. Software developer
12. Software programmer
13. Systems programmer
14. Web programmer

Employment Requirements :

A bachelor's degree in computer science or in another discipline with a significant programming component
or Completion of a college program in computer science is usually required.
Specialization in programming for engineering and scientific applications requires specific post-secondary study or experience.

Additional Information :

Progression to information systems analyst, software engineer or Web designer is possible with experience.

cc: Frankrobbn1

Thanks for sharing! I'm finally here and ACTIVE

dips4real:
I applied online. Could age be the reason for my refusal? Just curious though

Age is not factor for a refusal once you can convincingly state your intentions to study and depart Canada after studies. We have seen several matured applicants here who had 20 years study gaps and still got their VISAS approved. I think it depends on how you prepared your SOP and the application in general.

nicerichard05:
Is my application no the same thing as my tracking numb?

No! Your application number starts with a letter (S) and usually assigned to an applicant whenever you apply for a VISA to Canada. Is this your first Application to Canada? I don't think you will have a UCI and Application number, until you've probably linked your account online.