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Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Graceforever: 11:19pm On Feb 28, 2018 |
Depending on your preference, i would suggest UK first. My sister is a Doctor in the UK and is planning to come to Canada soon because that has always been her dream. She chose to go to UK first because Doctors that work in UK and have done some exams find it easier to start working almost immediately they get to Canada. Once you pass the PLAB exams, it is easy to get a job in the UK i hear. Though she went to Saudi first though but once she passed her PLAB exams, she even got a job via Skype. Doctors in the US struggle like those in Canada as well (I have a friend whose husband is a Doctor in Georgia) but with Patience and perseverance, all three ( UK, US, Canada) come out right in the end. SSamuelo: |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Graceforever: 4:35am On Feb 26, 2018 |
This is indeed so deep and a really heartfelt and sincere outpouring of someone who has really tried hard to chase the Canadian dream. Very valid thoughts and feelings. I am two months in Canada and I have partly felt this way at some point (especially about the spending) but the truth is that a lot of immigrants have succeeded and the question is why and how? Once thing i was very sure of when i was leaving Nigeria was that if you had 100% POSITIVITY in your home country, In Canada, you need 200%. I was a manager in a multinational before i left Nigeria and these days i am even considering a call centre job for a few months (home for that matter), all because i don't want to waste our hard earned money on child care (3 kids under 10 $2,000 Per month= 550,000 Naira or so) when there is no guarantee of a job yet. When i get a good job, then childcare can be revisited and i can apply for subsidy. But despite all this, when i look outside and move around, i am daily convinced that it is going to be fine. We made the right choice. no regrets! Absolutely no regrets Sometimes, its not such a big deal to change your profession just to put food on your table. All it takes is a little humility and a POSITIVE OUTLOOK ON LIFE. Guess what? I did a little research, sure you heard about Doctors driving taxis for many years right? What really happened was that while they are trying to get certified to work and all, a lot of them just got comfortable with their taxi jobs. Someone i know is in this position too, the so called survival job now pays so well and he keeps postponing making deliberate plans to get the necessary certification to work in his profession. Imagine if he never goes back to it and he is living in his third house in Canada, are you going to say he's not successful? For some people, they get jobs before they land, some in one month and some 6 months or more but you WILL get if you don't give up. Also i realized that if you work closely with employment agencies sometimes, you almost can't go wrong. Within a week of attending one of their workshops, my husband got a job through cold calling. The greatest battle most immigrants have to fight is the battlefield of their MINDS. So people, do all you need to do and be deliberate and consistent. You will always win at the end of the day! As for me, i have set plans on how to navigate into my profession and i will come back to this forum to testify and of course on my blog https://mycanadiandreamm.com/ Euouae: 35 Likes 7 Shares |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Graceforever: 10:32pm On Nov 03, 2017 |
maziude:Only God can bless you. Thank you so much for this 3 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Graceforever: 10:29pm On Nov 03, 2017 |
Only God can bless you. Thank you so much for this Good morning. It really depends on which area in biochemistry. I just did a search on google/indeed and found quite a number of job openings for those with a degree in Biochemistry. You can can check this link out https://ca.indeed.com/Biochemistry-jobs-in-Ottawa,-ON For the second question, it is neither easy nor hard. It is just about looking out for opportunities. Information flight here is quite high. You will need to build your network, put the word out there and wait for possible outcomes. You might also want to attend the new comers programme they have for new PRs, as this also gives you the chance to get prepared (and in most cases help with job search too). For living condition, Ottawa is not bad sha (speaking from a student's point of view). In terms of food, there are grocery stores where you can get stuffs very very cheap(you just have to look for them). I have been to a store here too where they sell almost every Nigerian foodstuffs. In terms of housing, Ottawa can be quite pricey although depending on the type of house. Most peeps leave in Gatineau axis which has affordable housing. While some go towards Kanata (but this place use style far sha, although depending on your work location). The good news is there is a good bus network, so you can always get home. If you intend buying a car, that is good too. Thanks to @Maternal suggestion (to check Gatineau for housing), my friends and I found a fully furnished 3 BR House with basement at Gatineau for CAD1599/month (15 mins to Ottawa by bus). But it all depends on how far you willing to compromise(i.e distance to price). I hope this is helpful.[/quote] 3 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Graceforever: 11:52pm On Nov 01, 2017 |
[quote author=maziude post=61762643] Perhaps, you might want to look at kijiji.ca ... You should be able to find something temporary. CC: Esughusughu For anyone coming to Ottawa. If there is a place you saw and need help viewing it before accepting. I would be willing to help you view it. All I ask is you let me know on time so that i can schedule my time accordingly. Peace... God bless you. I may be needing your help soon 8 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Graceforever: 11:43pm On Nov 01, 2017 |
Hello all, My husband and I are moving to Ottawa in December. We have 3 children under 10 years. Please anyone with any info about settling down there. Please help. Thanks in anticipation! |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Graceforever: 1:01am On Oct 19, 2017 |
[quote author=Ballerz post=61483847]Hi guys, My connect says the FRSC letters are ready. I cannot remember you guys o. Please holla me if I assisted you for the FRSC letter. No vex. Hello Ballerz, I will appreciate if you can assist me with this process. Thanks. 2 Likes 2 Shares |
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