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zandora:So are you saying i should start funding an old existing account or leave the fund in this new 2months old one. Kindly advice |
Hello all, Please what is the importance of "Date account was opened" as part of CIC requirement in respect of POF. In my case, my POF account was opened mid-November with the required POF fund in it, and i hope to apply mid-April. Will this raise a red flag on where the fund was brought in from to open the account and why it was opened exactly 6 months ago. Thank you |
match2016:[/quote]Is there anyone that has gotten ITA and AOR and waiting for an update? I applied in the FSW and submitted my application in May although I live outside the country. It looks like its a slow process (or killing wait) so I was just wondering what the timeline of any Nigerians look like.[/quote]This contradicts your claim here, kindly clarify. we will appreciate you tell us your timeline.(this is just to monitor Nigerian applicants on EE, not thing more) thanks. |
prudentwords:First and foremost, you can only use work experience obtained within the past 10years, so if you are applying next year, only w/e obtained in and after 2006 will be applicable for this process. Yes, go ahead and evaluate your masters degree, as it will give you more points in your CRS. Yes again, experience prior to masters degree is applicable. Most people worked after B.sc prior to Msc, so no problem with that. However, i cant clarify if experience during second degree counts, seniors in the house kindly clarify, i need this information. Thank you |
Good day all, Over the weekend, i realised i qualify for the Manitoba PNP (score 76/100 in the point grid, while 60 is enough to apply), so i contacted my friend in winnepeg and he is willing to support my application all the way. My questions are; i hope its not too late to apply now? how long does it take? Secondly, i have my assessed Bsc degree by ICAS with me; however, i intend assessing my ACCA with WES, if this is successful, i intend to upload on my EE profile as 2 or more post sec degree. My question are: should i go ahead with this assessment if it will qualify as 2 or more post sec degree? can i assess credentials with two different bodies, if yes, will there be a field to upload both reference nos on EE profile? NOTE: it has been established that WES will assess it as = 3yrs canadian study, so no prob with that. Zandora, Jesusdway and issyebo kindly answer in details. Thank you |
Good day, I like to share something interesting, though its a private mail,i however hope it will be of some benefit. Secondly, aside the information, its a good piece of writing. For those experiencing challenges in writing, look at the write-up below keenly, it is the kind of structure expected in our ielts writing- the paragraghs, the sentence structures(simple, compound, complex), commas, and fullstop. [b]Dear Gary, The advises already given are true but I will add some things as a resident in Canada at the moment. You may be able to take some better decision if you are ready to face some facts that are highlighted below (it may look lengthy because of some details because it may be of help to educate as many as may need the information, kindly bear with me): 1) Canada is a country filled with a lot of opportunities. It is a lot different from countries like UK and even America. The number of illegal immigrants here are very low so it is easier to get into the system. However, there is usually a gestation period for your investment to florish. Accountants are doing great here. A major factor is where you reside, grace of God and luck as it is everywhere. Dont think of settling down in popular cities like Toronto. Im not saying the place is bad but you can try some developing provinces. In all, Canadians are one of the best people to relate with though they are strict on rules. No cutting corners. It is true you will face others who you are competing for thesame jobs here but you can have a great edge if you are ready to face the reality on time by getting any of the certification here. 2) Since the era of Enron, accounting profession had changed. There are lots of rules you must be able to know as a guide hence, you must get certification via CA, CMA or CGA. Even if you are partly certified, you can easily pick a good job. Not for Nigerians alone. Even Canadians, it is thesame. For those in Engineering field, especially those in Energy industry, you can get a job withing same month of arrival. It is not so with accounting. Canada believe in their own certifications. Even with 6 months diploma, you are better than some managers when you get a job here. The first rule is that you must think towards getting a certification here. That does not mean there are no exceptions but very few. Meanwhile, the moment you get certified here, you will surely pick very good job with very good pay. That is guaranranteed. They value their eduation here and sincerely, it is true. 3) However, if you have ACCA, you can get immediate certification as a CGA with your writting a course and you can pick a job faster here. The reciprocal MOU was just signed last year. When ICAN enter into mutual agreement, it was with CA, a body that requires you to be a Canadian citizen before you can be certified. Even when they seems to have changed, most people do not really relate with them. Most people join CGA and CMA. They all know ICAN. You can get some exceptions in their certification process to push you ahead. The accounting certification courses here are expensive because the benefits are enormous, but as a resident, you can get govt loan for any form of EDUCATION you do here. You will pay with great convenience. 4) Just like it took sometime for someone who came to Lagos before he can start working, it is also thesame here and everywhere. It may not be something you get on the day you arrive here but you can start on a good job within a short time. The issue of menial job is not common here as in the other countries. No employer can exploit you here. Everyone is equally protected by law. If you accuse someone of racism, it may lead to jail if confirmed. Infact, when you prepare your resume here, you dont put things like age, place of birth, gender, etc. Even if your school indicates your counrty, with a good resume cum experience, they will call you. Most employment starts with your getting trhough an employment agancy that has the jobs and link you to the employer. They are being paid for their services and when you perform in their tests, you are done. As an accountant here, your best tool is being good on excel. It is a prerequisite. Most of the agencies will test your proficiency on it. 5) You must be ready to sacrifice writing their exam even if it is to pass few courses. The moment you do that, you are on track. All jobs are regulated here. The moment you get some certifications, there is a minimum salary you can be paid. Meaning, nobody can demeaning or cheat you the way things seems to be in Nigeria where Chartered Accountants were Tellers in banks and even on contract jobs. 6) Government have a lot of programs including orientation here free of charge to assist an average immigrant to start life. They have some welfare benefits you are entitled to as a legal immigrant. With resident permit, so many benefits awaits you. 7) With my experience, I noticed that the citizens are placing some barries for people to enter their systems because as reasonable human being, if they dont, they will be sent parking from their land. They dont read so much here and when you come with ``plenty`` certificates as we do in Nigeria, without any barrier to slow you down a bit, you may outshine them hence they want you to proof your qualifications. The moment you are able to do that, no barriers again. If you have resident permit and you have a good job in Nigeria, come and settle your family first. Get as much reserve (savings) as you can then come and join up. Even if you are managing, still try and make provision for something to assist you before you complete any certification (average of 6 months). That was my own approach and i`m seriously better for it. Some living expenses here are a bit expensive especially accommodation. But for food and basic things to settle down like furnitures, beddings, TV, Fridge etc, you will get them FREE (It sound odd but true). Govt will supply you majority of food items you need for your first one year. You will only need to buy few things that have expiry dates like milk and bread. Many Nigerian are doing well here. I will advise you to link up with some of those who are here that you know to confirm some of my claims. 9) Education is free for the children until they enter University. You are even paid child care benefit monthly which may be close to some people`s salary in some Nigeria employments. Many that are here came for the future of their children and it all depend on you on what you felt. Those whose children schooled here dont face what a new immigrant faces on arrival. Their parent already planted them on the land. 10) The economy is improving at a great speed here after the meltdown. The discrimination people fear is not as much pronunced. Maybe because of where I am based, but you have all opportunities to succeed. You can also predict the level of possible progress of things as you get on here. 11) Nobody can like you more than you like yourself. The decision on what to do is purely yours after weighing the pros and cons. While some may feel good coming, some may not. However, most of those I know that came here, I dont think it is common to see anyone that want to run back to Nigeria. If your view is based on the fact that ``without pain, there may be no gain``, you may try it out. For me, I was doing well in Nigeria and here, by God`s grace, no regret for coming. I wish you the best of luck[/b]. |
Hello guys, Please i like to ask a question on PoF, if you have your cic required fund in your account as at the start of your 6months statement as opening balance, and in subsequent months there were outflows and inflow(not significant), will cic query the inflows to be proof. |
Hello everyone, I like to inquire about the stages and timeline of this express entry. if you receive ITA and you accept it, hence, you upload your documents. i believe this is received by cic ottawa, what i am not sure of is, is this then sent to accra vo, or its all processed and background check in ottawa and whats the timeline ceteris paribus. Secondly, if you are about accepting ITA and your PoF is a) your 6 months salary account statement with little fund; but b) 2months old FD with required fund, will this fly or raise eyebrow Thank you as you reply.... |
Issydebo:I am also an ACCA member, but i am owing some annual subscription, and probably removed from the register, can ACCA still send transcript of a memeber of such status? Secondly, i got my BSc assessed by ICAS cos WES does not assess my uni. if WES assess my other degree can i used two different assessment bodies to earn two post-secondary qualification points when i apply? |
ssemire:This situation often arise, and it is difficult to prove this kind of inflow, which may result in a stressful process. it is important we know if your score is high enough in the pool so a decline of the invitation could be an option. Another option is to fix deposit a huge amount of these fund. This is my opinion, let the seniors throw more light. |
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Etfash:I cant agree more with you, the process is very stringent, and its a tall order for us to attain that score and financially demanding as well, no doubt British council Nigeria/IELTS is making it difficult for us, they have def raised the bar, those phillipines and indians who can not construct a correct english will be scoring 8 in writing, this is very bad, if this continues we will lead a peaceful protest to Thompson avenue, ikoyi because this is the mountain hindering most if not all nigerian applicant (like this comment if you are in agreement). Perhaps if your answer is correct we will have writing this exam in Ghana as it is less competitive, they struggle to fill the exam dates (september is not even filled up yet) However, the whole of october was filled in less than a week in Nigeria. |
JesusDWay:The truth is they are not obligated to meet their target, moreso you dont know the number of people who have followed non single applicants. That said, I understand the cic logic they would not compromise the quality of migrants that come in esp in their economic turmoil. Their body language shows that the score will not go below 450 cos 1. It will be unfair those who spent time and money to get above that score to obtain ITA, 2. Its a wrong precedence, fishes in the pool will not improve their quality and this will give them false hope that the score will eventually get as low as they wish. 3. It becomes a lottery. The Canadian immigration process is very reasonable and logical, it has evolved over the years, they understood key reason why migrants have failed, hence they laid emphasis on great english and your money. I have a question, are ielts sat here marked in nigeria or they are sent to the UK? |
waleprizu:Bros, why not wait till the result is out, then we know who is the boss. |
Kevinoh:Hi Kevinho I feel your pain IRO your ielts result, moreso, just two wrong answers in your listening led to not getting the max points in language proficiency or not gaining extra 60points, with this, its easy to say you will achieve your desired score if you rewrite the ielts. However, if your information above is correct (I tried to figure out how possible you scored 391 with this ielts result, if this is a self assessment its likely to be wrong, but if this score from EE, you are good to go, meaning you must be quite young with 3years+ work experience) you do not need to rewrite the ielts. Evaluate your OND which gives you additional 19points if married and more if not, that way you can chill in the pool with 410+points expecting to be invited or getting Ontario nomination. Secondly, if you expedite action from your poly WES assessment wont take that long. To answer your question 1. Your have a profile with them, but they will treat it as a fresh assessment and no discount, but contact them if your can include your bsc assessment in the package which include OND certificate photocopy so as to generate a single assessment with both qualifications on it 2. Yes. Answer is above 3. No. Answer is above |
bubsykay:The problem here was that i guess you dont know the meaning of the word 'revoke' it means to officially cancel. What you have done now is that you have destroyed that key. What you have to do is generate a new key, afterwards you click continue, ignore the 3 option above it where you initially opted to revoke. At this point you need a strong internet. Goodluck |
@dupyshoo Thank you for your swift and extensive response. I appreciate. I will write on this topic above over the holiday and mail to you to assess. Pls let me have your email if you have not replied my mail so I can send it. Finally, save for the intro and conclusion paragraph, how many other paragraph did you write and how did you share it to agree and disagree with the topic. Thanks |
zandora:How many months banks statement did they request or what duration of bank statement did you submit |
@dupyshoo pls can you throw more light on ielts writing, the critical success factor for scoring a 7.5. I have sent you a mail, pls respond. Thanks |
Xcely:Hello xcely..pls is this result academic or general training |
Shyee:@shyee., for the benefit of others and myself, pls what material/website did you use in preparing for your WRITING specifically, and what do you think is the success factor for ielts writing. It seems to be the new bane to our canada pursuit. |
Shyee:Sincerely, shyee this result is a good one, even though you did not meet your desired score, this is evident with you 7 in writing. However, you could have done better and can do better in listening, and reading especially if you really studied well and study harder. The ielts has become very hard to score high, one needs high technique to deliver what the master wants to score high. I will advise you write one more time and not opt for the remark cos chance are really slim if at all they remark. How would you have felt if you had my result L8 W6.5 R8.5 S7.5. |
flystanny007:I'm afraid certifications does not count towards the programs but it will give you an advantage on relocating there. |
Please can someone be of great help to me, I am rewriting my IELTS to upgrade my score. Someone kindly send material to toluinc@hotmail.com. I will appreciate greatly. 2. Any insight/material to IELTS writing will be particularly appreciated, a 7.5, 8 is so rare |
Hello everyone For those in a fix as to whether to use WES or ICAS. WES is by far a better option. However, check if your school can be assessed by them I used ICAS cos my university is not assessed by WES and I must add it was terrible experience. My timeline is 6months and its no fault of my private university E&Rs |
Dear Prospective Applicants, Be aware that the Generic application form (IMM 0008 11-2014) E has been updated this november, and the checklist was updated last month october. Applicants yet to submit their application should take note. |
Hi Everyone I got my IELTS result and i was quite disappointed, i needed 21point. However i got Listening 7, Speaking 7.5, reading 8.5, writing 6. which resulted to 20. i am thinking of contesting it because i believe i deserve more esp. in W (particularly i used the Ryan higgins) and i will include L and S just in case. My ICAS assessment is due in January so i am not particular about time. what are my chances of getting an improved mark? or should i just tell my wife to sit for the IELTS? |
Garykasparov:Please someone answer my question. Thanks |
I am expecting my ielts result today, I checked BCsite ajd inputted my details. "No result found" @HenryIX, please how did you check yours and how do I know if its shortlisted for QC. Please help. |
Good morning All, Please those with ICAS experience enlighten me please, my transcript sent directly from my school has since been received by one "D Hamze" on behalf of ICAS but my status has not changed for several day now, i cant even tell if the doccument i sent myself thru NIPOST has been received. PLease help |
If you have resident permit and you have a good job in Nigeria, come and settle your family first. Get as much reserve (savings) as you can then come and join up. Even if you are managing, still try and make provision for something to assist you before you complete any certification (average of 6 months). That was my own approach and i`m seriously better for it. Some living expenses here are a bit expensive especially accommodation. But for food and basic things to settle down like furnitures, beddings, TV, Fridge etc, you will get them FREE (It sound odd but true). Govt will supply you majority of food items you need for your first one year. You will only need to buy few things that have expiry dates like milk and bread. Many Nigerian are doing well here. I will advise you to link up with some of those who are here that you know to confirm some of my claims. 
