olabisi6438:
Hello all, please who knows how to get my tuition refund from University of Regina?

Hello Olabisi6438,

Request it via your UR self-service portal or write the international admissions office, and include the required documentation in the email, for a firsthand guide. However, one annoying trait about the university is that replying to their emails is a major problem.









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Bamz555:
Pls can someone enlighten me about this GMAT/GRE requirement for university of Saskatchewan?

Hello Bamz555,

It is a standardized test to evaluate applicants' quantitative ability for graduate academic work. Some institutions grant waivers if the requirement is met.






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Wonder1844:
Good day all, I am considering applying to university at Concordia in Montreal while waiting for a response from the University of Calgary. I have heard that French is predominantly spoken in that province. I am curious if non-French speakers can find employment there. Thank you for your assistance.

Hello Wonder1844,

Despite Montreal being a French-speaking province, there is also a community of English speakers. Some of the residents are bi-lingual and getting jobs should not be any hassle.





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Lance008:
Please which collage allows student to pay tuition fee after weeks of resumption

Hello Lance008,

Universities give you that opportunity/option mostly but will require you to pay a seat reservation deposit as low as $500 less or more. Colleges normally will require you to pay (almost) half of the full fees. May be about $8,000 high or less.

However, some schools in the Atlantic provinces like New Brunswick Community College or Nova Scotia Community College will require students to only pay a mandatory fees of about $500, which is non-refundable. The same also apply to Holland College in the Prince Edward Island.







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shupy:
Has anyone applied for a study visa with their family (spouse and children) and received approval? I know it's advisable to apply alone and have the family join you later. I just want to know if people do get approval at all.

Hello Shupy,

It is very possible if the required funds, home ties, and general requirements can be met.









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Heffalump:



Thanks @Justmellow.
You didn't understand the question asked exactly. You may kindly peruse again.

I have two sets of children here. The first set are 2 young kids, and have already secured SP with mom. No issues with this at all. The second set are equally 2 (10yrs and 12yrs), and are with me in Nigeria. The plan is to arrange for the 10yrs join mom later on SP. So, I'm considering VV for the 10yrs initially, then convert to SP while in Canada. For myself and the 12yrs, we are OK with VV. Hope you understand the contemplation here?

Hello Heffalump,

Consider SP instead. Saves time and energy.







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ide2012:
Can someone use 401k as POF?

withdrawn into PA account from sister

Hello Ide2012,

It is insufficient. Amount up to your first year LE is better. If possible, try as much that the total received sum doesn't make up a large portion of your sitting bank balance. It's dire to explain and provide supporting documentation for any lump sum.










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Tomoarika:
Advice pls.

Is it advisable to state my Master's degree when applying for my study visa for a 2yr graduate certificate?
I'm trying to avoid being overqualified?
If I don't state it when applying, is there a possibility that I can tender it in future?

It is WES verified and intend to use it when I get there. And it's relevant both to my experience and the grad certificate I'm applying for.

Thanks

Hello Tomoarika,

Whether to disclose or misrepresent facts of non-disclosure of your highest qualification depends on your ableness to give convincing reasons as to why the decision to study for a PGC is paramount.

A reason could be that becoming an academic is not of any interest to you nor is it beneficial to your career as an industry professional. Why a Ph.D. or a 2nd Master's does not favour your professional development.

If your previous Master's is Course-based, it could be argued that the programme didn't cover some skill-nurturing aspects of your career areas adequately.

Given that a PGD/C is equal to Course-based teaching with different learning experiences and more focused in areas of industry-practice teaching that forms the necessity to choose the PGC, which will also consolidate your already attained Master's qualification. If you are unsure of writing a convincing and qualifying Statement of Purpose (SOP), chat with GCMSWriters on IG/X.

Note that the non-disclosure of your Master's qualification whether it is WES evaluated or not makes it void for future use, especially when it concerns Canadian immigration.






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Heffalump:
Wifey and two young kids already secured Study permit in Canada. The other two old kids (ages 10 and 12) are with me in Nigeria. The plan is to allow the 10 years old to join mum later in Canada for her studies. Two options are available for me when I intend to apply for visitor visa:

1. Apply for visitor visa for myself and the 12 yrs, while the 10yrs go on study visa.

2. Apply for visitor visa for myself and the rest of the other children (12yrs and 10yrs). Then while in Canada, the 10yrs converts her visitor visa to study visa. The 12yrs will certainly be with me in Nigeria for now.

I have been really disturbed on the best option to take. I need gurus to help out please. @Lekiboboe, @Frankrbbn1 please advice. I know this is like your bread and butter
Any good advise is welcomed.
Thanks All.

Hello Heffalump,

Best to apply for a study permit for the children. However, you do not need to apply for the VV for the children again since they already secured the SP. The VV is concurrently processed with the SP. You can only apply for them if the VV expires before they enter Canada.

If you don't intend to come back to your economic activities until the end of your wife's programme, consider applying for the SOWP. For prospective applicants with kids, it's more convenient to apply for the SP for the children instead of the VV from the onset.






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idirect:
Good morning. Is there anyone that can help write or review a personal statement here please? I applying for Msc Human Resources. I did appreciate if it's free but i also don't mind paying for your time

Hello Idirect,


Chat GCMSWriters on IG/X, or
https://gcmswriters.com/immigration-letters-sop-loe-gte/ to purchase the service.






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bobodudu100:
Hello guys. Really been an insightful time over here learning from everyone . Pls what are my chances like for August intake . I am looking like schools like uni of Prince Edward Island and uni of Ottawa for mba. Pls any advice would be much appreciated

Hello Bobodudu100,


Both are good schools but you MAY stand more competitive study permit application chances with Uottawa because of its quality teaching standard and rigorous admission process.

You can also check UWindsor for its International Accounting & Finance and Management. Also check Canadore College for its PGC in Business Management with cheaper tuition.









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Mamaoseme33:
I want to ask, will it not rise suspicion when one goes through Montreal when final distinction is Toronto?

Hello Mamaoseme33,

It won't cause any harm. Just have a cogent reason.








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kefidoh:
Hello everyone,
I appreciate the effort you all put in here for the benefit of us all. I've been a silent reader here for a very long time and now that I've gathered lots of information, I'd like to start my journey.
Please, I have a couple of questions to ask.
1. Which is the best to go for in Canada, Masters, Post Graduate Diploma or post Graduate Certificate?
2. What is the difference between Post Graduate Diploma and Post Graduate Certificate?

Thank you so much!

Hello Kefidoh,

After a Bachelor's, if you graduated a year interval, opting for a Master's shows proper progression. For two-year intervals after graduation, a PGD/C can be selected if you have no business becoming an academic.

PGD/C focuses on professional studies whilst the Master's offers course-based (professional study) and Thesis-based (academic/researcher) teachings. I believe you have your answer?!

You can put your question 2 on Google for better clarity.






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Themillionman:
Please has anybody used...

CORPORATE MORTGAGE BANK for proof of funds here? Is it acceptable by canada

Hello Themillionman,

If you are to use a mortgage bank, best recommended to use POF from a commercial bank as the primary. Any other can come as supporting. If possible, only use POF from a commercial bank.




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Nora064:


PPR has landed 💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼
God is indeed faithful

I appreciate all the help I got from this platform as I used the information gathered here to make my application myself.
First time applicant!

Online application submitted 21/08/2023
Biometrics done 25th Aug
Medical Request 29th Aug
Medical done 31st Aug
Medical updated to passed 3rd Sep
BVL and PPR 6th Sep

Whole application was less than 3weeks.

Hello Nora064,

Fast. Big congratulations.



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raphealolami:
Please i need help. My wife got admission and we want to go together. But leave the kids back for a while, i need help with the right documentation to stand for proof of tie. Who can assist with the right information so our visa doesn't get rejected.

Help a brother please

Hello Raphealolami,

Leaving your kids behind to accompany your spouse MAY not be the best or wise decision for her application. I am of the OPINION that either put in a family application if you and your spouse's economic, social, and financial establishments are well-sufficient and balanced or let your spouse put in a sole application.




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Larryjam:
Hello house. I’m asking for my friend who wants to apply for study permit. Does he need to still get a bank reference letter after getting MyBankStatement? Or MBS comes with bank reference letter. Thanks in anticipation.

Hello Larryjam,

It takes nothing to include a bank reference for an account. Including one or not is a discretional consideration for the officers to assess based on the financial and economic submissions provided.



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toladayo8630:
Hello good day guys
God bless everyone reading
I’m currently setting a goal to leave the country by this time (fall) next year To Canada on a masters degree pursuit/ relocation
I studied mass comm but I’m currently looking for IT related courses to increase my chances in getting a good paying Job
Please I would be very grateful if anyone can recommend such courses for me and where to apply
Also I’m trying to target the Toronto area because I have a lot of friends there already
God help me
God help us all 🙏

Hello Toladayo8630,

You can consider courses like:

• IT Business Data Analytics
• Strategic Marketing Communication
• Strategic Relationship Management
• Digital Marketing
• Business Analysis
• Business Development Sales and Management



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isioefe:
Hi, guys. I am currently working on my Canadian application using the study permit route and do currently have some questions. I saved most of my money in dollars using a crypto exchange to edge against the naira inflation. I got these funds via freelancing as a software engineer for years. Now I am bringing the funds back to my naira account so that I can apply for my Canadian visa in a week's time, I have gotten most of my documents ready except the SOP part that explains my proof of funds. Kindly advise on how best I can go about it. Thanks.

Hello Isioefe,

It will be best to stick to freelancing as a software engineer paid with crypto as a primary income source, which prompts you to become a part-time crypto trader in exchange for circular currency. Then provide proof. Ensure that you provide enough documentation to justify your employment as a freelancer to be reliable and stable.


Also, extensively explain how getting paid in crypto, which is the official payment currency of the tech company you freelance for, has impacted your inflows to accumulate to a historical sitting bank balance. Whatever you do, show the provenance of the funds after conversion into your bank account.


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tarmmey:
Hello guys its been two weeks since i did my medicals and I didn’t get my medical results from iom neither have ircc updated my medicals.

Note i got a medical request the second day i did my upfront medicals.

Hello Tarmmey,

Since you've given the medical since 2 weeks ago, then IRCC has the result. IRCC could be very slow in updating medicals recently. If you were given the e-Medical slip, send it via the webform. Everything is fine relax.



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don10ky:
Am 39 i want to go for one year certificate course in a college in Canada someone said because of my age my visa chance is slim. House us that correct make i no come begin waste money.

Hello Don10ky,

You have nothing to worry about, your age is okay to study in a program that demonstrates progression from your previous academic study or a course that shows a correlation with your current work experience.



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Lekiboboe:


Hello Chief.

Good to hear from you. Been a long time.

All good. We bless Jah

How are you, trust you're doing great aswell?

My bro,

I have been well too, thanks. Continue to prosper.



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Iceboyblog:
Guys please my brother is going for a four years course and my father is the sponsor is a business man, but he initially does not have a business account but sudden he created a business account which is not even up to two month but funds of 15 million naira is in the business account and formaly has a savings account worth 25 million naira six months statement , but we intended using the personal saving account for the application, the issue is that based on these high dollar rate we intend transfering the money form the business account to saving account as lump sum and also pay the first semester tutution fee from the lump sum when. The money is already in the savings account to show that is not for demonstration purpose, please guys any suggestion to these

Hello Iceboyblog,

This is only a suggestion for your consideration. If evidence can be provided regarding the N15m deposited once in the account, maybe from a contract award or investment proceeds, it shouldn't be a problem. All that is required is a justifiable reason for using a newly created account to receive the funds.

In the case that proof cannot be presented, go with only the savings account whilst including sufficient documentation to support the existence and activities of the business. You don't have to move the funds from the current account to the savings account to be used for your application.

If for a reason your father's bank cannot charge the corporate account to pay the tuition, move the funds to another savings account then pay the fees from there. Unlike Ireland, Canada doesn't require international students to use the same account for the application purpose to pay for the tuition fees as a demonstration of the legitimacy of the funds. Considering your program is 4 years, try your best to offset the 1st year tuition.



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OTSAMUEL:
Hello gurus in the house I need help.

A friend of mine wanted to apply to a university in canada buy the name on his WAEC is different from the one on his Passport
Pls what can we do or it does not matter.
Abeg quick response o.

Hello OTSAMUEL,

It will be best for your friend to use the name on the passport. An affidavit of name correction can be sworn to support the wrong name entry on the WAEC certificate.



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chummygirl:
Good morning house,
Please I will be travelling on the 10th September and am yet to receive my letter of introduction from IRCC. I have collected my stamped passport since on Monday this week.
Pls what can I do?
Thanx

Hello Chummygirl,

Most times, the correspondence letter is not asked at the point of entry but if it should in your case, you can present the PPR letter, if by the time of your travel, the COR letter doesn't drop in your online account. Just explain to the CBSA officer when asked that the letter wasn't received.



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Amicableoga:
Please, is it true that DHL doesn't pick up the passport again from VFS after stamping? Again, can VFS move someone's passport from the Abuja VFS office to the Lagos VFS on their own?

Hello Amicableoga,

Use UPS.


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Tevecino:
Please, I studied Estate Management and I want to apply for Health care Administration and service management in Conestoga university Canada . What are the Subjects required of me since I did not have Chemistry and Physics in my WAEC result.

Will it be possible for me to switch course like that?

Please I need a clear explanation on this

Hello Tevecino,

Best to opt for a study related to your current experience line. If it is related to Estate Management, a Project Management course should be ideal.



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Queenlyt:



Hmmmm thank you so much for this!
So the best route is to forfeit this admission?
What if I don’t declare my ongoing study?
I didn’t mention it while applying to the schools I sent applications to.

Hello Queenlyt,

Most likely if it does not demonstrate a study progression or correlation.





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samefiok:
guys good morning, quick questions does using GIC avoid being asked about source of funds, just heard about GIC tryin to understand its Pros & Cons

Hello Samefiok,

GIC helps to show the availability and accessibility of funds. It's not a ground for possible approval consideration or demonstrating reliable income source(s), which needs to be proven.




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kweje:
A friend is about to make a family application(student+spouse+child). The spouse has a good job in Nigeria with an Intl company, is SOWP advisable or he just apply as a Visitor and flagpole in Canada.

They are concerned if the VO wont question why he is leaving his good job for uncertainty with SOWP.

How does he defend his SOWP if they decide on that route?
Please your inputs. Many thanks

Hello Kweje,

If he can prove his employability in his country and have sufficient funds to swallow any incurred expenses for the duration of their stay and for future use, and can demonstrate the travel intent won't throw the family into indebtedness; applying for the SOWP route won't be an issue. The modern world has been structured to put family beyond financial gains, even if it is required to care for the family's well-being.



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Queenlyt:
Hello everyone.
I recently got accepted to Conestoga college for the Personal Support Worker program for January 2024.
I have a BSc in Biochemistry (2020) and I have basically been hustling since then, no concrete job or steady income flow on my bank statement. Intend to use my paternal uncle as sponsor. He is based in Lagos but his wife and kids are in Canada.
How do I explain this while applying for my Study permit please? Why I am going for a certificate course as a BSc holder and things I should do to prove strong home ties, I am not married.
I don’t know if the fact that I am currently doing a Certified Nursing assistant program here in Nigeria would help as well.
Please I really need any and all the information I can get so I don’t make any mistakes whatsoever. I want to begin the process ASAP
Thank you I’m advance.

Hello Queenlyt,

Having so many loopholes for the officer to take advantage of will make justifying your genuine study intent tedious. If you intend to declare your ongoing study, do so as a training certification and pick a study in a PGD/C course. It will be easy to tell the officer of your career intention and why it is important to build on your practical training academically. Also, it will be best if your third-thirty sponsor liquidates your first-year study fees.




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DejiiiiB:
Hello guys

I just got refused for this reason.

This is the second time

I’m really tired for real 😞

How best can someone respond to this ?

Total Tuition Fee= 9k excluding scholarship
I paid half of the tuition and I also printed a proof of funds of 20m for a 2yrs course


Any advice guys

Hello DejiiiiB,

Stay focused and determined. Having a huge closing bank balance most times does not guarantee the success of an application. Irrespective of the sitting balance, irregular inflows, lump sum deposits, not including PA's personal bank statement as well as sufficient proof of income means and inability to show tangible proof of relationship, if a third-party sponsor was used, can cause an application to be refused based on financial grounds. You can consider requesting your notes as the first step to reapply.





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