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Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by maternal: 11:10am On Nov 18, 2020 |
Mmamaroon: Show your health card and go. Even out of province. 1 Like 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by maternal: 4:58am On Nov 18, 2020 |
Snappyfingaz: Someone has already posted the article. Ottawa to be exact. But any major Canadian city really. Transit operators have a strong union, and a good CBA. So unless you know what's in the CBA, you're just speculating. Your head is scattered because your parents lied to you. You can't comprehend how a bus driver with only a secondary school education, and a drivers license can make over 179k per year. According to your father that's not possible. They also receive amazing benefits and a nice pension plan when they retire since they are government employees. Hence why I was laughing at that lawyer that doesn't want to do "dirty jobs". You think he ever sniffed 170k=over 52 million naira in one year as a rubbish lawyer in naija ? 8 Likes |
Travel / Re: I’m Depressed, I Need To Leave This Country For My Mental Health by maternal: 7:47pm On Nov 16, 2020 |
kevwemanuel: Then what happens after school ? People are trying to get citizenship not a PHD. 3 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by maternal: 7:43pm On Nov 16, 2020 |
einsteino: They usually Marry themselves. So they'll have a household income of like 200k dollars per year. When I meet an older Nigerian, I usually direct them to jobs like this. |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by maternal: 7:27pm On Nov 16, 2020 |
godG: I apologize. That wasn't my intention. I'm trying to let everyone know, if you have an capitalist/elite attitude, throw that out the door once you get to Canada. It doesn't work here. You know you have to book through your doctor or go to a walk in. If that's not possible, then go straight to a hospital which is open 24/7 with 1st world medical equipment. What do you mean "so much for free healthcare" ? Why are you talking about how you had such an amazing healthcare insurance where you had access to a doctor 24/7 ? It seems like waiting your turn, based on the seriousness of your illness was disturbing you. Lastly, you have a lawyer in naija. His greatest concern is doing a "dirty job" in Canada. Not leaving Nigeria, a country that allows their police and military to kill its citizens. A country where 70% of its citizens live in poverty. Doing a dirty job in Canada is his major concerns. A country where nobody cares who you are or what you do for a living. I'm just saying for everyone about to come to Canada. Leave that nasty capitalist/elite attitude behind. 8 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by maternal: 5:07am On Nov 16, 2020 |
godG: Np. This is Canada. Its not a perfect country but they try hard to treat everyone equally. I've been in the emergency room, waiting to get looked at, with members of parliament, at one point, and the mayor of the city. I can remember a drug addiction getting seen first because he was overdosing on drugs. So really who are you ? The doctors mandate is to save lives according to the urgency. If you want to be a big boy and feel you should move ahead of the line because of your gold plated insurance, go back to the states. Or if you feel you're above people with less money go back to naija. That doesn't fly here. 5 Likes |
Travel / Re: I’m Depressed, I Need To Leave This Country For My Mental Health by maternal: 3:01am On Nov 16, 2020 |
yemiosinbajo: No. I meant going to school in the US or Europe oppose to Canada is the worse decision one can make. Canada gives you a 3 year work visa after school, and within that time frame you can apply for your PR. Plus Canadian tuition is by far cheaper than the US and UK. 2 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by maternal: 1:45am On Nov 16, 2020 |
einsteino: Hahaha. I knew of a city bus driver that was pulling close to 14k per month with overtime. Yes a bus driver. Everybody minds their business and nobody cares who you are or what you do. As long as it's nothing illegal and you don't disturb them. I don't even know any of my neighbors names, nor do I care too. 12 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by maternal: 1:36am On Nov 16, 2020 |
godG: You can't just see a doctor anytime you want in the US. What are you the president? You have to book an appointment. And if an appointment isn't booked, you have to go into the ER or walk in clinic. And you have to make sure the hospital/doctor is within your network, and your insurance will even cover the procedure, after you pay your deductible. To answer your question, there's no nonsense private clinics here, where the rich can get care, while the poor die. Go to the hospital and they'll assess you. If its serious they'll see you asap. If its not serious (I doubt it is since you're on this message board) then you'll have to wait. The medical system will not allow someone to die, while you get care because you have money. The seriousness of your illness determines how fast you get care, not money. 17 Likes 2 Shares |
Travel / Re: I’m Depressed, I Need To Leave This Country For My Mental Health by maternal: 1:23am On Nov 16, 2020 |
simba01: Not only is it more expensive, there isn't really a path to stay after school. Horrible advice. 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Why Nigerians Abroad Should Stop Listening To Phrankleen by maternal: 1:18am On Nov 16, 2020 |
jesmond3945: He was born in France and grew up in the UK. Like most Nigerian youths born and bred abroad, they tend not to understand such opportunities they have. I suspect he wasted his opportunities, and is now in his 40's, with kids, living in council housing (housing for the poor). He has now realized his wasted opportunities, and is taking out his bitterness on others. Such as the white/western countries. His parents and family members have told him he's a F-up I'm sure. Hence his hatred for them. His "I'm going back to naija" gist is nothing but to save face. He's been saying this for years, and will not be going anywhere. If he needs the UK government to survive, what will happen to him in naija ? He won't survive and he knows it. 9 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Why Nigerians Abroad Should Stop Listening To Phrankleen by maternal: 12:55am On Nov 16, 2020 |
justwise: Not in the literal sense. But playing on people's emotions to get more views/likes = to make more money. Do you disagree with the other points? 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Did You Know Anyone That Regret Relocating To Canada? Advise Pls. by maternal: 8:51pm On Nov 15, 2020 |
DonroxyII: And thats why Nigeria its in the state she's in now. |
Travel / Re: Why Nigerians Abroad Should Stop Listening To Phrankleen by maternal: 5:40pm On Nov 15, 2020 |
optimusprime2: The issue is, he's a scam artist who plays on people's emotions to get paid. I will not put down any man's hustle, but what he's doing is dangerous and unethical in my opinion. He knows there are many losers like him who have been abroad for donkey years and haven't accomplished anything. So they blame the system and racism for their lack of success. So they come on his channel to vent. Or he knows you have many African Americans tired of racism thinking africa is better. So they come and listen to his African pipe dreams. These are his audiences. If you dont fit into these categories, he'll block you, then shame you. With all the racism and 2nd class citizen talk, I can't remember the last time the US or UK military opened fire on innocent black protesters. As for the woman who left canada. The same tactic Phranklin uses was used on her. "You're a 2nd class citizen here". "Theres racism everywhere". Blah .. blah.... Now no job, probably doing Ashewo on the side, there protesting against SARS, etc. Now she'd take Canadian racism any day over what she's going through. And her advisor? He didn't even have the time to protest against SARS abroad. He's too busy making his dollars, living his comfortable life. 9 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Did You Know Anyone That Regret Relocating To Canada? Advise Pls. by maternal: 5:29pm On Nov 15, 2020 |
DonroxyII: Nigerians who just came to Canada always complain about taxes, yet they all 1st world standard infrastructure. How do you explain that ? |
Travel / Re: Why Nigerians Abroad Should Stop Listening To Phrankleen by maternal: 4:31pm On Nov 15, 2020 |
justwise: From a different perspective. The government, from the police force to the military is killing its people without any consequences. You have killers literally walking around free. Literally. Telling people to return or remain in such an environment, when an individual is enjoying the west, is the exact definition of enemy of progress. I couldn't do that in good faith, and I understand the hypocracy. The thing with Nigerians is, they think everything can be up for debate. You can't give someone constructive advice is remain or go back to Nigeria. They'll ask you where was this advice when you migrated ? And that's a fair question. My 2 cent. 6 Likes |
Travel / Re: Why Nigerians Abroad Should Stop Listening To Phrankleen by maternal: 4:20pm On Nov 15, 2020 |
optimusprime2: True, he's making his YouTube money. It would affect me if I destroyed people's lives, personally. 2 Likes |
Travel / Re: Why Nigerians Abroad Should Stop Listening To Phrankleen by maternal: 3:46pm On Nov 15, 2020 |
optimusprime2: Not everyone has the luxury of having a plan. Sometimes you're in a situation of just migrating then figuring it out later. Who doesn't want to migrate legally? Maya is living in Ghana and travelling the continent. He's showing you first hand. But Maya has been critical of Africa situation. He has shown vulnerability many times on his channel. Lastly, you can't ask someone to do something you wouldn't do. 5 Likes |
Travel / Re: Why Nigerians Abroad Should Stop Listening To Phrankleen by maternal: 2:48pm On Nov 15, 2020 |
He's a typical Nigerian abroad. He's an enemy of progress. He sits in the UK, with a stable government, light, running water, making pounds, etc, yet discourages people to migrate abroad. When asked why hasn't he comeback to naija (he was born in Europe actually) he'll tell you he'll be coming back that he has a plan. You know, the 40 year "I'm coming back home plan" where they never actually end up coming back home. He loves to tell people about the unrealistic expectations of coming to the west, but never does the same about coming back to naija to his naive viewers. I'll take the negatives over the west any day than SARS and my own government killing me. Ironically wayo Phrank was able to protest in peace in the UK without being shot and killed. Funny the big bad western government treated him like a 1st class citizen in this situation. Nobody should listen to someone who lives abroad but discourages you to come abroad, or stay abroad. I know someone who had a chance to collect her Canadian papers after university. But she listened to a Phranklin and went back to naija; as naija is the future according to him. Years later no job, she's there looking for how to return to Canada by any means. The guy who advised her is living a comfortable life, watching SARS and the military kill people from the comfort of his house in Canada. Never listen to someone who's asking you to do something they're not ready to do. 22 Likes 3 Shares |
Travel / Re: I’m Depressed, I Need To Leave This Country For My Mental Health by maternal: 7:09am On Nov 15, 2020 |
jesmond3945: I have, and I've seen both sides. You're talking nonsense. 10 Likes |
Travel / Re: I’m Depressed, I Need To Leave This Country For My Mental Health by maternal: 4:33am On Nov 15, 2020 |
jesmond3945: You're comparing naija to America, Canada, etc. ? There's patriotism, then there's stupidity. Bros stop it. 23 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by maternal: 11:33pm On Nov 12, 2020 |
Emmy2009: You should Google the governing body for lawyers in Canada. If you do need to go back to school in any way, call the school you're interested in and ask directly. Be careful of 2nd hand info on this board. Lastly, every job is clean, comfortable, and professional in Canada. Get rid of that nasty attitude if you want to come to Canada. I know bus drivers who touch money each year, a lawyer in naija can only dream of touching. 16 Likes |
Travel / Canada Expands Path To Citizenship For Foreigners; Including Asylum Seekers by maternal: 3:44am On Nov 06, 2020 |
An interesting article for those looking to migrate. It really looks like the country is recruiting immigrants aggressively, compared to other developed nations. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government is trying a new tactic to mitigate the economic damage from a dramatic drop in immigration: persuade foreigners already in the country to stay. Canada announced plans last week to make it easier for the more than 1 million temporary students, workers and asylum seekers now living in the country to become permanent residents, giving them a path to citizenship. In an interview Monday, Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino said it’s the logical way forward to make up for a decline in foreigners moving to Canada during the pandemic. “For those who are already in Canada and here on a temporary basis, it behooves us to see whether or not there’s a way to accelerate their pathway to becoming Canadian,” Mendicino told Bloomberg. https://financialpost.com/news/economy/canada-expands-path-to-citizenship-for-foreigners-in-bid-to-stem-immigration-drop?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=organic_fb_tw&utm_campaign=broadsheet_promo#Echobox=1604595931 |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by maternal: 3:08pm On Nov 05, 2020 |
laminaria: Share your experience now. The pros and cons to educate others. Where are you staying, your job, etc. 14 Likes 2 Shares |
Travel / Re: Why Have Nigerians 'casted' The UK? by maternal: 5:58pm On Nov 03, 2020 |
Didiiiii: Tell your story now. |
Travel / Re: Why Have Nigerians 'casted' The UK? by maternal: 1:59am On Nov 02, 2020 |
ednut1: Ironically this was my cousins case in the UK. Did everything they asked, but was still asked to leave. Luckily his Canadian PR came on time |
Travel / Re: Why Have Nigerians 'casted' The UK? by maternal: 1:48am On Nov 02, 2020 |
You can apply for skilled worker if you qualify in Canada. Then be a citizen in 3 to 4 years. You can come to Canada as a student, get a 3 year work visa after school, then eventually apply for PR once you meet the requirements. School is also cheaper, and is in Canadian dollars. If you're looking to leave naija for good, going to the UK doesn't make sense really. Unless you're going to marry a UK citizen. 2 Likes |
Travel / Re: Did You Know Anyone That Regret Relocating To Canada? Advise Pls. by maternal: 12:43am On Oct 31, 2020 |
TransAtlanticEx: Why are you discussing something you know nothing about lol. 4 Likes |
Travel / Re: Did You Know Anyone That Regret Relocating To Canada? Advise Pls. by maternal: 9:52pm On Oct 30, 2020 |
TransAtlanticEx: You're getting emotional. Its a sign of defeat. Stop talking about things you know nothing about. I'm not reading all that. Still waiting for the criteria for a common man to get a bank loan in naija. I guess Mark Zuckerburg with his 30 year mortgage is broke ? lol. You don't know anything about business. Go and sit down. 4 Likes |
Travel / Re: Canada To Welcome 1.2m Immigrants Before 2023 by maternal: 9:42pm On Oct 30, 2020 |
DuBLINGreenb: Oh so they should get the poorest and most illiterate immigrants? 8 Likes |
Travel / Re: Canada To Welcome 1.2m Immigrants Before 2023 by maternal: 9:40pm On Oct 30, 2020 |
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Travel / Re: Did You Know Anyone That Regret Relocating To Canada? Advise Pls. by maternal: 9:36pm On Oct 30, 2020 |
ecomalchemist: Its confusing. They'll say the government gives you benefits but you have to pay taxes. Ok. You pay taxes for naija but get Nothing back. Its even more expensive as you pay taxes and everything else out of pocket. Then my favorite. Bills, bills, bills. Wait, so you don't pay bills for naija ? These people are stand up comedians. 3 Likes |
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