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Damolux01:
Is it now either Celpip or Ielts or one still has to write both?

Either one.

It doesn't really matter, the main thing is you can prove that you received payment for work experience claimed. But a minimum wage (70k) should be the least any worker in Nigeria should be earning. But you and I know that many teachers receive less than that. so sit down with the Director/Owner and reach an agreement on that.

Damolux01:
Thanks alot, please how much okay to get as monthly payment from the school Bank Account?

Canada is really focusing on those inside Canada and french speakers

It either celpip or IELTS

Damolux01:
Is it now either Celpip or Ielts or one still has to write both?

opezi:
Hi everyone,

I am already in the pool with CRS of 468. I maxed my ielts and I'm currently studying French with the hopes of writing the exam before the end of the year.

I finished NYSC since last year July and I've been job hunting since then.

The point now is that I've been researching other means to get ITA and I saw that ircc is prioritising French, Healtcare, Education, PNP and CEC for now.

I'm working towards French but I dont want to put all my eggs in one basket. My uncle also has a school so I'm thinking of working there from now till the end of the year.

I would like to know if I would be eligible for the education draw even if I dont have a degree in education or certificate in it? I studied computer science and I did the BCS exam last year.

I don't think so. I'm also planning to go the French route. Already started learning French

opezi:
Hi everyone,

I am already in the pool with CRS of 468. I maxed my ielts and I'm currently studying French with the hopes of writing the exam before the end of the year.

I finished NYSC since last year July and I've been job hunting since then.

The point now is that I've been researching other means to get ITA and I saw that ircc is prioritising French, Healtcare, Education, PNP and CEC for now.

I'm working towards French but I dont want to put all my eggs in one basket. My uncle also has a school so I'm thinking of working there from now till the end of the year.

I would like to know if I would be eligible for the education draw even if I dont have a degree in education or certificate in it? I studied computer science and I did the BCS exam last year.

Good afternoon.
Please can I get a comprehensive materials that you used for your Ielts

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Hello everyone,
Please, I'm stuck. I did my MSc in Unilag which was sent to WES for evaluation. However, WES is asking for me to upload the degree certificate which I currently do not have as I just had my convocation in January and was told the certificate will only be available around April. What other documents can I upload in place of the certificate.
Thank you

ebonyalhjnr:
Hello everyone,
Please, I'm stuck. I did my MSc in Unilag which was sent to WES for evaluation. However, WES is asking for me to upload the degree certificate which I currently do not have as I just had my convocation in January and was told the certificate will only be available around April. What other documents can I upload in place of the certificate.
Thank you

Do you have the official Notification of Results?
That’s usually ready before the certificate after senate has approved results.
My spouse used it a few years ago without issues, might be worth exploring.
Otherwise April is almost here😊

Pheo:
Hi, how did you prepare for your celpip and if you don't mind me asking what was your score? I have a date for next month but I'm unable to fine any practice test online unless it's paid

I bought official study materials from Celpip, with practise tests and study guides.

You will struggle to find any great study materials that's free, it is by design and you ultimately have to put your money where your mouth is. Sorry.

Update on this, Canada has passed a new rule, for you to qualify for any category based draw you must have at least 12-month work-experience in that job within the last 3years. It is no longer 6months.

chimzyblack:
You already have everything in place, what you need is to position yourself properly for the Education draw.

Based on previous post from others on this thread
NOC 43100 (Teaching Assistant) qualifies for Education draw and does not require a teaching certificate. One of the employment requirements is the completion of a secondary school certificate which is equivalent to WAEC, this is a loophole that can be utilised if one gets a PFL letter.

Start by requesting your uncle give you a job in his school with a signed Appointment/offer letter.

This Appointment must come with a monthly pay from the school's bank account so that you can use the bank payment as proof of work experience when you get ITA. All you need is 6 month's work experience and you can add it to your profile. While you continue with your french exam preparations.

chimzyblack:
Update on this, Canada has passed a new rule, for you to qualify for any category based draw you must have at least 12-month work-experience in that job within the last 3years. It is no longer 6months.

What if someone is already in the pool with a 6 month experience

You will not be invited to apply Until you reach the 12Months work experience threshold. The good part is that it doesn't need to be 12months Continuous. If you already have 6months you need to find a way to get an additional 6months for you to qualify for a category based draw...

UrFears:
What if someone is already in the pool with a 6 month experience

Hello everyone.

I’m looking at joining the pool and I’m not sure how to go about the job experience part. For context, I will be 29 next month, I will be rounding up my masters in the US in May. And I’m planning to take the CLEPIP exam during summer after my masters.

My main problem is the job experience part, I have always been a freelancer. I have over 3 years of experience as a Data Analyst and around 1.5years experience as a Data Scientist. My Masters is in a related field but my undergraduate degree is in Engineering.



Assuming I max out the English language points, do I have any realistic chance of getting ITA? I also have Canadian tourist visa if it matters.

chimzyblack:
You will not be invited to apply Until you reach the 12Months work experience threshold. The good part is that it doesn't need to be 12months Continuous. If you already have 6months you need to find a way to get an additional 6months for you to qualify for a category based draw...

In the case that the person chose 12 but has 6, they can still get invitation if their CRS score ranked higher in the pool with the information provided (right or wrong). The problem is that, you can't use the invitation because you're going to provide proof to back all information provided (except a ban or rejection is "hungrying" you). Don't create profile if you don't have all the required documents ready. You will deny a legitimate person the chance to receive invitation.

Nozino:
Hello everyone.

I’m looking at joining the pool and I’m not sure how to go about the job experience part. For context, I will be 29 next month, I will almost be round up my masters in the US in May. And I’m planning to take the CLEPIP exam during summer after my masters.

My main problem is the job experience part, I have always been a freelancer. I have over 3 years of experience as a Data Analyst and around 1.5years experience as a Data Scientist. My Masters is in a related field but my undergraduate degree is in Engineering.



Assuming I max out the English language points, do I have any realistic chance of getting ITA? I also have Canadian tourist visa if it matters.

You can use your self employed work experience.

studyhub:
You can use your self employed work experience.

Thank you. But how do I prove it?

Full list of job Experience for category draws 2026

1.Medical doctors, researchers and senior managers with Canadian work experience
2. Workers with French-language proficiency
3. Health care and social services professionals
4. Tradespersons
5. Educators
6. Professionals for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) occupations
7. Professionals for transport occupations
8. Pilots, aircraft mechanics and inspectors
9. Highly skilled foreign military applicants recruited by The Canadian Armed Forces for key roles such as military doctors, nurses and pilots

Do well to research for the NOC's under these categories on the IRCC website

Nozino:
Thank you. But how do I prove it?

Platform used,
jobs executed and the corresponding payment receipts/bank statements
Hours spent working,
Recommendations from clients (if any),
Job contracts,
Links to find your self employed job (online profile),
Company registration (if any),
Taxes paid (if any)

And others...

Need a more personal guide, reach out via my signature below or send a mail

Nozino:
Hello everyone.

I’m looking at joining the pool and I’m not sure how to go about the job experience part. For context, I will be 29 next month, I will almost be round up my masters in the US in May. And I’m planning to take the CLEPIP exam during summer after my masters.

My main problem is the job experience part, I have always been a freelancer. I have over 3 years of experience as a Data Analyst and around 1.5years experience as a Data Scientist. My Masters is in a related field but my undergraduate degree is in Engineering.



Assuming I max out the English language points, do I have any realistic chance of getting ITA? I also have Canadian tourist visa if it matters.

The tricky part is proof. For freelance work, IRCC will want reference letters from clients (including duties, hours, duration, and pay), contracts, invoices, bank statements showing payment, and tax filings, if available.

IMO: working off-campus in the USA on a F-1 student visa without explicit, prior authorization is a severe violation of your visa status and acts as a massive red flag to IRCC

Assuming you can provide proof of your work experience and achieve maximum scores on the English exam, what is the projected CRS score you are looking at?

Nozino:
Hello everyone.

I’m looking at joining the pool and I’m not sure how to go about the job experience part. For context, I will be 29 next month, I will almost be round up my masters in the US in May. And I’m planning to take the CLEPIP exam during summer after my masters.

My main problem is the job experience part, I have always been a freelancer. I have over 3 years of experience as a Data Analyst and around 1.5years experience as a Data Scientist. My Masters is in a related field but my undergraduate degree is in Engineering.



Assuming I max out the English language points, do I have any realistic chance of getting ITA? I also have Canadian tourist visa if it matters.

Why do you want to leave US for Canada or am I the only thinking this way😩. You can use your post study time in the US to get Job. You will definitely land a better job over there quicker

Please I need advice/guidance


So I did my masters in Unilag. Finished last month

I've paid my WES fees. I've also paid unilag to assist send my transcript to WES using my reference number

I've also registered for IELTS, to do the exam in April/May


Please what else do I need to do as I practice for the IELTS?

Or what am I yet to do that i should do?

chimzyblack:
I used a gift deed in my application process, but in my case I used my regular Nigerian bank account which I normally use to process large transactions. This allowed me to print a 6 Months statement of the account which showed past transactions and made the total credit count on the statement of account to be large. It is usually advisable to use an old account when doing a gift deed. Also make sure the money is sent to the account by a direct blood relative and attach a document to show your relationship with this person (in my case I used our birth certificates, which had the names of our parents on them)

My Pdf for Proof of funds had the following documents;

1.Letter of Explanation for gift deed
2.Notorized gift deed from a High Court
3.Transaction Receipt of the money (from the sender)
4.Birth certificates showing relationship
5.Reference Letter/letter of non-indebtedness from the bank
6 Statement of account
7. Printed screenshot of the POF when converted from Naira to Canadian dollar on OANDA website

Hi chimzyblack,

How long was the gift in your account before applying?
Thank you

Enigma13:
Please I need advice/guidance


So I did my masters in Unilag. Finished last month

I've paid my WES fees. I've also paid unilag to assist send my transcript to WES using my reference number

I've also registered for IELTS, to do the exam in April/May


Please what else do I need to do as I practice for the IELTS?

Or what am I yet to do that i should do?

Focus and pass your IELTS.
While you study, you can keep up with your WES ECA for updates.
Check also that your CRS score is enough to get you invitation in the category that you chose. (If not, explore other options to increase your chances).

Good luck!

Hello
For someone that has an 8 months experience in healthcare and got an invitation today, what's the best way to handle this taking cognizance of the new law that was just passed.

Please how do I go about getting this from unilag?

MayorOfEdmonton:
Do you have the official Notification of Results?
That’s usually ready before the certificate after senate has approved results.
My spouse used it a few years ago without issues, might be worth exploring.
Otherwise April is almost here😊

Luckygurl:
Hello
For someone that has an 8 months experience in healthcare and got an invitation today, what's the best way to handle this taking cognizance of the new law that was just passed.

From my understanding, if 8 months is all you have, you are technically not eligible to submit a complete PR application, even if you received an ITA. Submitting without meeting the minimum requirement can lead to refusal.

It’s stated in the requirements section of the invitation click on the link and read it.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/mandate/policies-operational-instructions-agreements/ministerial-instructions/express-entry-rounds.html

you are not the only one with this issue alot of people got invited and do not have up to 1 year work experience I saw it on Reddit

https://www.reddit.com/r/canadaexpressentry/comments/1ra2ve5/healthcare_and_social_services_occupations/?share_id=JbJxwOi6DK8FCqY-Ab9TQ&utm_content=2&utm

amnotapervert:
The tricky part is proof. For freelance work, IRCC will want reference letters from clients (including duties, hours, duration, and pay), contracts, invoices, bank statements showing payment, and tax filings, if available.

IMO: working off-campus in the USA on a F-1 student visa without explicit, prior authorization is a severe violation of your visa status and acts as a massive red flag to IRCC

Assuming you can provide proof of your work experience and achieve maximum scores on the English exam, what is the projected CRS score you are looking at?

Thank you for your contribution. But where did I mention working off campus?

smartkester:
Why do you want to leave US for Canada or am I the only thinking this way😩. You can use your post study time in the US to get Job. You will definitely land a better job over there quicker

Tbh, I’m tired of the US . If Nigeria was a good country, I would have packed my things and come home.

amnotapervert:
The tricky part is proof. For freelance work, IRCC will want reference letters from clients (including duties, hours, duration, and pay), contracts, invoices, bank statements showing payment, and tax filings, if available.

IMO: working off-campus in the USA on a F-1 student visa without explicit, prior authorization is a severe violation of your visa status and acts as a massive red flag to IRCC

Assuming you can provide proof of your work experience and achieve maximum scores on the English exam, what is the projected CRS score you are looking at?

This is it. Assuming I score 8 in all part of the English test.

The POF stayed in my account for only 2 days before I printed my statement of account. Even though my Complete PR application was submitted 23 days later.
The thing with gift deed is not about how long the money stayed in your account,but proving that the funds is not an arrangement fund. That is why there is need for it to come from a blood relative and not using a recently opened account because it might raise suspicion.

napoleonbaba:
Hi chimzyblack,

How long was the gift in your account before applying?
Thank you

MayorOfEdmonton:
Do you have the official Notification of Results?
That’s usually ready before the certificate after senate has approved results.
My spouse used it a few years ago without issues, might be worth exploring.
Otherwise April is almost here😊

No, I do not. I contacted school and I was advised to request for statement of result pending the issuance of the certificate.
Thank you