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Austinpee4, all hail the Undisputed Emperor of this noble thread

Austinpee4:
Don't i just love this husband and wife formation! Una make sense.

It's still July 31. However lemme share from @Ayoola03 experience, she deferred her admission on the 5th May, and got it approved. Just make sure you mail your supervisor by the end of August, if nothing happens but I believe your approval will come pretty sooner than expected. Stay positive my dear.

Cc: @Ayoola03

samjumbo:
Thanks Markab. I am on funding. Would deferring my at that time because CIC couldn't meet up affect my funding Am really worried about this markab

Hi samjumbo, try and wait till first week of September before sending a deferral request to your graduate program coordinator but ensure you inform your supervisor when you're so sure that you won't meet up with your initially proposed start date. Once that is done, the program coordinator will be the one to inform the SGPS, then like after 48hrs, you would be able to download a new offer letter on your student center.

I hope this helps.

samjumbo:
At ayoola.. Who is the right person to contact for deferment at UWO? I know you have gone try this process.. Should it be once supervisor, graduate studies or department? Most things in UWO are decided on it the department I am aware. But confused at who I should contact if it comes to that??

Seconded

Toluwaase:
In my opinion, Canada and the US are great countries. One of the differences you might want to consider before you immigrate to any of the countries however is the prospect of becoming a citizen. It is way much easier to become a Canadian citizen or permanent resident in Canada than America, without marrying a citizen. Discrimination against immigrants in Canada is much lower, as it is now,Canada is welcoming immigrants as the US is sending immigrants away.

@maternal he's actually from China. @Maziude, how's Ottawa . God bless your hustle bro

maternal:
Move to the Quebec side. Rent is extremely cheap there. I've seen 1 bedroom like 6-700 all inclusive. As for your license you'd have to do your research yourself. Call the DMV. Do you have a license from China ?

Seconded

Toluwaase:
Pls, are there March applicants or people who applied later that have received positive response from the CIC. Please share your experience with us.

If you applied before March and you have not received any update, pls let us know.

Let us keep the thread alive.

Thank you.

Nice one madam. Let's keep this up for others to learn from

Sevenody:
Yeah. My husband has his own small business. So he included his CAC registration papers and tax card. We also dratfed a sort of job description listing his duties as the CEO. We did that to take place of letter of introduction from office, kind of introducing himself as Ceo.
He also added his resume and school degree certificates.

Sorry I repiled the wrong person in my previous response.

You're so on point sir. The best hometie for business owners in my own opinion is their businesses because they can convince the VO so easily that the venture would definitely bring them back unlike our so called employers that would be so skeptical or even decline to give you a reference/introductory letter.

You "over make sense" bro

wealth360:
nice one Markab. Well in my own opinion it not all the various spouses works in an organization. What if they have their own businesses here in Nigeria? I think that will also serve as home tie becos you are coming back for your businesses and for those who are concerned you will need to proof that there is some1 available to manage the business while you are away. Most organizations are not happy you are going and leaving them so sometimes it very hard to get an introduction letter from them stating your job is waiting for you. The best in situation like that is to show you had a job at that time and also including all documents that shows you work there over the years you claim you have worked. Another home tie is the spouse immediate families. Including documents to show relationship that you have your family and your spouse familiy too. Hope I make sense small?

It would be the best if only the company would be willing to grant you a leave of absence for work permit. Just my opinion l

Toluwaase:
In my opinion, one of the best home ties is your job. Apart from the letter from a prospective employer stating that you will be taking up a job in his or her company when you come back to Nigeria, I think a letter of approved leave of absence from your present employer is also a very good home tie, if not better. The leave of absence could be with or without pay.

Wealth baba, let's discuss "hometie". If this trend of refusals due to ties to home country is anything to go by,
It's however pertinent on us to prepare a very sound application that present a very convincing and acceptable home ties clearly stated in our letters of explanation or statements or purpose.

I see a lot of people present land documents belonging to their parents. I really don't know the rationale behind this act but I think it's best if we declare our personal assets since it's a work visa and we are expected to have achieved some little things before getting married

Also, we should endeavour to link our siblings/aged parents that we know we are responsible for as our ties to home country.

Alternatively, I think if we can get a prospective employer to write us a letter that upon return, we would be employed as we would have garnered international experience and it would add value to their organization. I believe this should go a long way in convincing the VOs that we have every reason to return since it's a trv.

CAVEAT: Those points above are outrightly my opinion and are subject to criticism. I'm still a learner.

Let's discuss to keep this thread alive.

Cc: Wealth360, BE811APP, VEIL1234

Your sincerely,

TRV Toddler.

wealth360:
Anyone in this building? So dry please let's keep it updated biko

More testimonies will flood part 13 before resumption in september by God's grace.

Well done bro. Keep the flag flying in Canada.. See you soon

maziude:
Bosses,
Good Evening from Toronto Enroute Ottawa.
My flight got delayed for some reasons. However, I am in Toronto now waiting to board the next flight to my new home Ottawa.
Below is my travel experience.

In FLIGHT:
I used Air Canada from Beijing. The flight experience was awesome though 12 hours long but enjoyable. 2 main meals and lots of in between.
When we were about to Land, the pilot told those connecting locally, need to go through immigration, get their documents including permits etc and claim their baggage before connecting to their various destinations within Canada.

POE EXperience:
POE: Toronto Intl Airport. If you are transiting through here, when you land, go straight to the "connection" area(follow the arrow). There are about 6 counters for that. When you get there, it is just the normal questions of where you are coming from and why are you here?
After that, you will be asked to go into the main immigration office for documentations. This is where you get your study permit.

STUDY PERMIT PROCESS:
Officer: Hello ...Bonjour
Me : Hello
Officer: Can I have your documents?
Me: Gave him my passport, introduction letter from embassy, offer letter.
Officer: What are you going to study?
Me: Computer sciences
Officer: PhD
Me: Yes.
He went through the offer letter and said
Officer: You will be here for 4 years?
Me: Yes.
Officer: Okay, wait a moment let me print your permit.

Then later, he came back with and said crosscheck your details which I did. Then he said, if you want to work while studying, go to the next counter (Services Canada)for your SIN. After which he said, welcome to Canada and enjoy your studies.

Me: Thank you.
So, I went the Services Canada counter for my SIN but could not get it since my I missed my connecting fligh. So, the lady suggested I go sort out the connecting flight and gave me a card to go to any of their offices for my SIN.

PS:
I was not asked if I paid fees or not, neither was I asked to show proof of fund for studies. However, some guys were asked. One guy told them he has a scholarship and showed the document while someone else showed bank statement. It depends on the officer you meet. So stay calm and just answer truthfully.

Also, please allow time for connecting because there is a chance you might miss your connecting flight. My layover was 1hr25 minutes yet I missed the connecting flight. There were lots of people waiting too. but when it gets to your turn it is 2-3 minutes. But if you miss your connecting flight, no worries, just locate your airline in T1, which os the local departure area and they will help you with another flight.

Mehn, Canny fine.. I dey wait una sha...

To God be the glory...

It will end in praises.

Mazi...

Congrats on your imminent approval.
Did you apply from nigeria? If yes, you are to submit your passport at Canada visa application center (vfs global)
In Lagos or Abuja.

In the meantime, kindly share us your detailed profile and documents submitted to further educate prospective applicants.

Congrats once again

infix123:
Hello House,

I got a PPR today , but my concern is that on the PPR letter there was no indication as to which address I am going to send my passport. I currently reside in Nigeria. Any suggestion as to where I can send it.

Thanks All

I'm sorry you cannot do Express Entry without IELTS and besides I don't think there is a big deal I'm writing IELTS. All you need is practice, practice and more practice. Ielts is a major criteria for the express entry program.

Trust God, you will ace it.

For more information, go to the page 0 of this link
https://www.nairaland.com/2624318/canadian-express-entry-federal-skilled

azelab:
thank a lot, have pm you. And can I do EE without the test of English result like toelf, elts,GRE. Pls guide on way to move forward.

And @bodmillz too boss. Biko

justwise:
Done.

No p boss. We are covered

wealth360:
okay. Carry me along oooo a beg. You will help guide my wife too when she will submit. Thanks man

Yes boss..awaiting enrollment letter.

Thanks man

wealth360:
my brother we are pushing it. Set to go. And your wife?Hope you have gathered all the documents. Your app is perfected insha allahu and IJN

Wealth baba, how prep?

wealth360:
Congrats @sevenody. God will perfect the rest.

This is a wonderful news to cheer up the house once again. I am very happy for your family. Kindly share your detailed profile including submitted documents.

Once again, congratulations

Sevenody:
Application Approved!!!!!

After my last post a few minutes ago, i logged into mycic and saw Approved.

My hubby and daughter are coming to Toronto!!! How can I thank this my God

Students are not eligible to be issued a work permit under the PGWPP if the program of study is less than eight months in duration or if they have previously been issued a post-graduation work permit.

Students are also not eligible if they:

*received funding from Global Affairs Canada (GAC);
*participated in the Government of Canada Awards Program funded by GAC;
*obtained the Equal Opportunity Scholarship, Canada-Chile;
*participated in the Canada-China Scholars’ Exchange Program;
*participated in the Organization of American States Fellowships Program;
*participated in and completed a distance-learning program, either abroad or in Canada; or
*completed a program of study granted by a non-Canadian institution located in Canada, regardless of their length of stay in Canada.

CanadianNurse:
I think recipient of government scholarships such as this are not legible to apply for post graduate work permit... I stand to be corrected though not really sure


So whoever wants to apply should research the pros and cons

Good morning house.

PhD students should kindly apply for this great scholarship.

Cc: Maziude et all

Vanier CGS overview

The Government of Canada launched the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS) program in 2008 to strengthen Canada's ability to attract and retain world-class doctoral students and establish Canada as a global centre of excellence in research and higher learning. Vanier Scholars demonstrate leadership skills and a high standard of scholarly achievement in graduate studies in the social sciences and/or humanities, natural sciences and/or engineering and health.

Scope

Up to 167 scholarships are awarded annuallyFootnote 1;
A total of up to 500 scholarships are active at any time.

Value
$50,000 per year

Duration

3 years (non-renewable)

Scholarships are distributed equally between the three federal granting agencies:

Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)

Selection Criteria

Academic Excellence
Research Potential
Leadership (potential and demonstrated ability)

Timelines

July – November Applicants seek a nominating institution, prepare and submit application package.
Internal Deadline Deadline to submit application to the nominating institution. Contact nominating institution for specific date.
November 1, 2017 (20:00 ET) Deadline for institutions to submit nominations to the Vanier CGS program.
November 2017 – March 2018 Review and evaluation of nominations.
End of March 2018 Anticipated announcement of results.Nominees will be notified by email when the results are available on ResearchNet.

May 1, 2018, September 1, 2018 or January 1, 2019 Payments begin.

Features

The Vanier CGS program aims to attract and retain world-class doctoral students by supporting students who demonstrate both leadership skills and a high standard of scholarly achievement in graduate studies in the social sciences and/or humanities, natural sciences and/or engineering and health.

For more info, please visit http://www.vanier.gc.ca/en/nomination_process-processus_de_mise_en_candidature_overview.html

Thank you

Baba @justwise,

Kindly unban @bodmillz, he has been talked to and also promised to abide by the rules and regulations of this thread henceforth.

Biko

I sight you brother. Welcome on board

Bodmillz:
Please I would like to know the procedure for applying for CAQ and the documents required. Applied to Concordia University.

I'm afraid, your application is delayed.

Iboloh:
paper route and did not do medical

Did you apply via paper route with upfront medical?

Iboloh:
Goodevening house. I applied for Trv on d 23rd of may and got a message 2day via my tracking number that my passport has been dispatched without any reason. pls I need advice. Thanks

Well as a trv learner madam, I implore those concerned to send a strongly worded appeal to cic via mail and also fill the web form or case specific enquiry to inform cic on the errors. I have seen refusals overturned especially the ones with incontestable errors on the sides of the Vos.

Cc: orisuniye, adedoyen et al

VEIL1234:
Isn't there anyway this can be contested? Seniors in the house any ideas on what they should do? This is clearly a mistake.

Guru for where? . All to the Glory of God madam, we all need to keep this thread alive please, we need your inputs in actualizing this mission as well. Me just dey learn small small to package a tight application ooo as trv learner

VEIL1234:
@Markab I like your resilience. You are already a guru before u applied All the best in september!!!

Well, try and get your gcms note ASAP, let's see the real cause and please ensure you write a very nice cover letter with a very captivating assurance that you would definitely return back to the country once your husband concludes his post graduation work experience to enable you complete your mandatory youth service (nysc) and also use the international work experience you guys would have garnered to develop our beautiful country Nigeria which was the essence of studying abroad in the first instance.

@all, from my understanding on this thread and other international threads on SOWP, the rate of denial is kind of high now and it's observed that most of denials come as a result of ties to home country(i.e. The VO is not convinced that you would return) and personal asset(insufficient balance). Let's all prospective applicants and those refiring take these in to consideration and also develop a very good SOP.

@BE811APP sir, your boy is loyal o. Thank you for checking up and not abandoning us

Yours sincerely,

Kabir

adedoyen:
No I didn't. I think I'm just going to wait for the GCMS to know the real reason for delay

Did you explain in your cover letter that you would return to the country to complete your nysc which is compulsory national service in your home country?

adedoyen:
Thanks so much
My documents
IMM forms
My bsc certificate and SSCE result.
Nysc deployment letter ( I was serving then ) ppa acceptance letter , id card, nysc account bank statement, recommendation letter from my boss at my ppa,
Resume and cover letter
Letter of intent
Marriage certificate
Change of name affidavit
Newspaper publication
hubby's documents
His college certificate
Passport data page ,Study permit and Pgwp pages
American visa page
Employment letter (noc b)
3 months bank statement
3 months payslips
Health insurance (with my name as a beneficiary)
Invitation letter
Consent letter from his dad (he was his sponsor)
Ticket copy to show when he came for our wedding

I think that's all

So sorry for your delayed application bro/sis. Please order for your gcms note ASAP, however, kindly share your detailed profile and documents submitted to enable us decipher the best approach to advise you.

adedoyen:
Hello everyone. I got a refusal mail yesterday. I applied on 21st February. Below is the screen shot of the corresponding mail. I intent to reapply but I wantto apply for gcms note first. Biko how do I tackle this?

What's up with your application bro?

yamen21:
Oya Let the trvs start rolling in. Thank God for this

Replied sir

wealth360:
I have replied oooo markab. yahoo is bouncing back my email to you each time i send. please contact me here. akinwealth360@gmail.com