He was only in Canada for 10 days so didn't apply for OWP. It takes about 2 weeks to process so he'll do that on his next trip which will be longer. I don't think its a biggie as long as you have the requirements.

Hi guys, hope you all are enjoying the weather. Quick one. Is there anyone who is studying and has applied or plans to apply for EE? Need to clarify some things. Thanks

Hello Bukky, you cannot convert from visit to study inside Canada. You have to apply from Nigeria.

bukinoversace:
More on my post please. Is it possible to convert to student visa from canada for less than 3 weeks. So I can use my leave period to do that then come home and resign officially. What do you think please .......

Thanks I found a place today. A nice condo in york


Update on spouse. He applied for visit visa last week Monday and got it today.

When he gets here we'll apply for change of circumstances or whatever that application is. It takes only a few weeks with all medical and police clearance done upfront. Will provide update as we go along.

shilling:


I have a few friends who study/work at York and have had great luck finding apartments downtown and around Bathurst and Sheppard. A friend is sharing a spacious 2 bedroom apartment and is paying around $900. There are many good apartments, you just have to keep looking multiple times a day.

Eku Sunday people. Finally positive temperature in Toronto at 3 degrees. Have a blessed week all

I'm looking for a place in Toronto. Something near York university. I have seen the worst of the worst. 14 in a house et al

shilling:
I didn't follow your previous comments, but in what cities are you looking for accommodation? I have a pretty good personal track record of finding great apartments for pretty cheap.

My go-to websites are craiglist and the used..... (insert cityname).com e.g. usedcalgary.com, usedtoronto.com. I check those websites every hour or so and contact landlords immediately to arrange a viewing. Obviously, don't share any personal information with whoever posts the ad. Hope that helps.

Are you currently studying in canada?

squash1986:

Just a question pls, after your degree,will the temporary work permit still be effective for you to work for a certain duration till you get a better job.How does it work out. Just for clarification sake.tnxs

Thanks @deniyor and @saxywale. I have a good idea of what I need to do to stay back. Accommodation is still a bummer. I keep seeing crappy apartments even the ones that are $700. Soooooo frustrating. Kijiji, prop2go, places4students and easyroommate have all failed me.

Thanks @Saxywale. My question is not so much about my profession. I have tons of experience in the IT field with tons of globally accepted certifications. What I will like to know is what options are available to obtain residency after doing a one year graduate certificate Course? Is the only route securing a job offer or do an additional one year program?

saxywale:

Are you in a regulated profession? If you have professional certificate(s) that is/are accepted worldwide as applicable in the IT field, then that would be an added advantage. Project management on it's own is diverse as it cuts across so many field but. Research your market well.

Profession is project management and I get a one year pgwp when through

saxywale:
@jojcanada
I am sorry but I can't offer an advice here as I don't know your profession. I also live in the west which is more of an energy and mining hub compared to Toronto which is the financial hub. How many years post study work visa do you receive after your program?.

Hi guys, still waiting on advice from the gurus. Abeg help cos going back is not an option. Thanks

@saxywale @fhemmy @hotstepper

jojcanada:
I know I just arrived but will like to start weighing my options post study. I'm doing an 8-month PG in Toronto. What options are available to me?

I'm at Seneca doing project management and will like to remain and work in that field.
I have like 12 years work experience already. What are my options? And how do I proceed?

Hotstepper:

What r u doing now and what would u want to do after? R u in Humber?

I know I just arrived but will like to start weighing my options post study. I'm doing an 8-month PG in Toronto. What options are available to me?

Thanks. Been checking out Columbia, mec and Tna. Will settle for one today. When I'm warm enough will start viewing properties. But this cold has no respect o!

saxywale:

I and my wife got Columbia jackets for ourselves. They are very good quality and still much affordable. Parka type jackets are our favorites, they are always very thick and packed with plenty down feathers.

http://www.columbiasportswear.ca/en/sale-discount-outlet-womens?prefn1=technologyInitiative&prefv1=Warm

There are many other makes out there that are excellent like mountainhardwear, mec, northface e.t.c

http://www.mountainhardwear.com/skiing-snowboarding-apparel-equipment/?prefn1=genderGroup&prefv1=Womens

http://www.mec.ca/shop/jackets-womens/50021+50093/

http://www.thenorthface.com/catalog/sc-gear/women-s.html


With accommodation, kijiji is still the best option since it's the biggest online classified website in Canada. Your other option is to ask people like course mates or in a gathering like a church.

Hi Ada4all. It took about 4 weeks for them to respond. I also applied online

ada4all:
Hi jojcanada. I applied to seneca college on 22 ND December but no news from them though I applied online. Pls how fast was Urs. Wat process did you take. I prefer seneca out of the other colleges. Please assist urgently. Cos I want to apply for TRV in time. Thank you very much

Fantastic. Will let you know how I get on.

tee12345:


I am currently in Lagos. Escorted my wife to Windsor in August but came back September. I came back to apply for OPW for myself and TRV for our 2 kids. My wife is at Uwindsor.

Thanks. Where are you?

tee12345:
I will advise you consider the OPW for spouse of Foreign students. He is eligible for it and its inclusive of a TRV. Make sure you prove that you are enrolled full time. Enjoy your studies.

@warrikid I'm also studying PM but at Seneca starting Monday too. We should connect at some point.
All the best

warrikid:
yeah,project management. Na next week monday we dey resume classes o,hmmmmm. God help us.

Hi I'm in Canada and my spouse will submit application next week. Will let you know how it goes. All the best with yours

tee12345:


hello, so did you process open work permit for your spouse eventually? Are you both in Canada now? I am processing opw and would like to share from your experience. Thank you.

Cash madam ke? I claim it sha. I hate cold so I will rather deprive myself in other areas than be cold. Plus better to invest in a coat that will last many winters even though as a woman I can't see how I will have only one coat and use for more than one winter. Hmmmmmm. Woman wahala. I'll go to a different mall today and see. Got my first feel of snow yesterday which was still mild so I need coat asap. Luckily still being driven around.

On accommodation, I'm currently staying in a luxury condo with a friend but sadly have to move closer to school next week. Kijiji has not been a great resource. I've also tried easyroommate and places4students with no luck. What's the best way to find affordable accommodation?

You were spot on. swap took all of 10mins.
thanks once again

saxywale:

If you have a full UK license (non expired), then you could exchange your license with that of Alberta without writing any test. I don't know about the province you want to stay but most are similar any way. Alberta has Reciprocal Licensing Agreements with the following countries in addition to all Canadian jurisdictions and territories:

Australia, Austria, Belgium, England, France, Germany, Isle of Man, Japan, Northern Ireland, Republic of Korea, Scotland, Switzerland, United States and Wales.

I also googled Ontario for you as that is a popular destination.

Exchange a driver’s licence
You can exchange an out-of-province licence for an Ontario licence, if you are re-locating from:

any Canadian province or territory
Canadian Forces Europe
U.S. States
Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Great Britain, the Isle of Man, Japan, Korea, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Switzerland.

What tests do I take?
You could need to take certain driving tests before you get a full driver’s licence. It depends on:

how long you have been driving
if the valid driver’s licence you have was issued in a country, province or state that does or does not have an exchange agreement in place with Ontario
2+ years driving experience (with exchange)
You only need to take an eye test, when you apply. After you pass this test, you get a full licence.

https://www.ontario.ca/driving-and-roads/exchange-foreign-drivers-licence

In summary, the only test you would take is the eye test.

Went winter jacket hunting today and I'm confused. A friend advised canada goose which is about $500 and above. What other brands can I get that will keep cold at bay and not break the bank?

kaynine59:
Jojcanada happy for u... And amen to ur prayers

Thanks

Happy new year everyone. I arrived Toronto safely yesterday via Ethiopian airline. Longest journey of my life. 24 hours travel time was a bit too much for me. But I thank God for a smooth flight. Temp was -5 which wasn't toooo bad. The immigration queue at the airport was dreadful and took about 2 hours. I thank God it went smoothly. Today I plan to get cracking getting sim, opening bank account, social security and driver's license.

To all those who have been helpful on this thread I say a big thanks and to all those waiting for the good news, may God grant you your hearts desires this new year. Have a great year all

Thanks 9 days to go. Saw $150 per extra 23kg suitcase and it looks too good to be true. so want to confirm before i enter gbese at the airport.

Amefrica:


My luggage exceeded the max. weight by 2kg and I wasn't asked to pay for excess luggage. You can check on their website tho. Safe trip in advance

please does anyone know the charge for excess (additional) suitcases on Ethiopian? Women wahala

Thanks a million for this. I'm heading to Ontario in 2 weeks.

saxywale:

If you have a full UK license (non expired), then you could exchange your license with that of Alberta without writing any test. .

Thanks for the response.

He will apply for short visit and we'll take it from there. I hope that his travel history and high profile job will make it easy for him to get visit visa.

On the driver's licence issue. I have a full UK drivers licence. Will I still need to write test? Seen some conflicting info on Google.

Doortun:




Sponsoring is hard and nearly impossible if you are still studying. The best you can get is a short term visitation and it is usually for graduation/convocation. I know people who got denied on based on that.

For driver's licence google MTO driver. You have to write a test to obtain your G1 then you could proceed to stage 2 and 3. Better if you still hold youvr Nigerian driver's license.

How to I get a driver's license in Toronto ?

I know exactly how you feel Tonye. I was devastated too when I learned same. I'm going first, later this month, and my hubby will come visit next month and hopefully stay till I'm done. No way we can stay apart for too long. (Newly weds fever still got us). All the best and I'm more than willing to let you know how we get on.

TONYE001:
Does this mean that a husband and his wife can't study at the same time? There must be a better alternative!

I can't leave my wife behind, no, I can't.

What other option do I have aside going alone?

[quote author=Babahor post=28597617]Glory be to God .i received a message from Cic.

Congrats. Good to have someone heading to Seneca as well

Hotstepper:
www.cic.gc.ca

I've been to the site but want first hand experience. There are different routes and I will like to know the best. I.e apply for visit visa or accompanying spouse.