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Ehrnie:
You are most welcome. Below are answers to your questions -
1. Yes you have to list APEGA (that's the main reason for this evaluation anyways). It cost $7 (I think) for delivery to APEGA. You may choose not to pay the $30 for the additional copy to be sent to you (it's up to you really).
2. No, the WES call didn't yield the result I wanted or expected. They only insisted my uni has to verify the transcript (it feels like the WES reps just read out the same scripted message). You can try your luck though - could be different.

All the best!

Blackbuddy:
Please pardon the delay in replying. The training programs could come in the form of those organized by settlement agencies, bridging programs and/or internships.

Let me illustrate based on my experience and research with examples;

Access Employment, http://accesemployment.ca/index.php/working-in-your-sector

They have great sector specific training programs which help internationally trained professionals to understand the Canadian work environment and prepare you for focused job search. They aid with resume writing, interview prep and most importantly, networking. Please use the link above to research/contact them

COSTI, http://www.costi.org/programs/employment.php

They extensive expertise and experience in operating successful employment programs aimed specifically at assisting internationally trained individuals to obtain meaningful employment. Please see their link above as well.

Career Edge, https://www.careeredge.ca/for-job-seekers/register-iqp/

They assist experienced newcomers by connecting Canadian employers to job seekers through a paid internship. Following the internship, you are better equipped to tackle the wider job market and may be retained by your employer on a permanent, elevated basis.

YMCA Employment Services, http://ymca.ca/What-We-Offer/Employment-Services

Their programs are more general in nature for those who want opportunities in lower level work opportunities or trade occupations and youths. They also have placement opportunities, mentorship and one on one support.

Dixie Bloor Neighborhood Centre, http://dixiebloor.ca/employment-2/job-search-workshops-for-newcomers-to-canada/

They have short job search workshops which are designed to help you identify steps to reach your employment goals and understand specific occupations in Canada. They also teach you how to get connected with mentoring programs, job development, business directories etc.

Dufferin-Peel’s Adult Education Centres, http://www3.dpcdsb.org/programs-services/adult-education/work-experience-co-op-programs

They offer a range of training programs that provide development in professional and language skills with co-op placements.

Newcomer Center of Peel, http://www.ncpeel.ca/index.php/services/look-for-employment

They also have training programs.

The Mentoring Partnership, http://www.thementoringpartnership.com/mentoring/mentee/

A great way to get guidance from a professional working in your field of experience, I am a registered Mentor with this organization.

For general newcomer assistance, how to learn about child care assistance, to do your taxes, general job search, how to register for things available to newcomers, try Centre for Education and Training, https://www.tcet.com/newcomer-info-services/locations

This is not an exhaustive list please but just a few quick examples of where you can go to get assistance in the GTA, Ontario. For those outside Ontario, please check here and research your target province and city, http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/services/index.asp

Once again, everyone please pardon my late responses to your personal messages. I'm humbled by your messages, good wishes and prayers and I will try to keep up with the requests for info and tips as time permits. I know we can all succeed and our journeys will end in praise.

Kayla10:
...And frankly for the ones spewing all that sexist nonsense and nursing the obodo oyibo dream simultaneously, y'all might need to learn how to curate your more incendiary and insensitive thoughts and remarks because these places are not like Nigeria where you can go spouting off your unquantified assertions and projecting your biases on others. If you find that you cannot however, as the deity you worship has placed upon you the burden of being the wise sage (read aproko) that others need (but really do not want), please it may be time for you to enroll in a Bachelors in Minding your own Damn Business. Na help I dey help una because I can tell you for free right now, that such behavior will not be tolerated where una dey plan go.

Oyin15:
Hi my Seniors in the house. Thanks everyone for your good work. God bless our hustle. Please do we have any pharmacists in the house. I already landed in Canada, Brampton, Ontario to be precise. Any tips on obtaining licensing. Also some fellow colleagues here advised not to work yet but focus on prep for exams as it will not be easy combining with work and kids( i have 2- 5yrs and 22months). Whats your take on this. Pls help

Ehrnie:
I started from the APEGA website. Put in an application for EIT and was then directed to the WES website where I followed the step by step guide for APEGA licensing applicants. My previous posts gives a break down of the cost. See summary below -

How to Obtain a World Education Services ICAP Report

1.Register for APEGA's Member Self-Service Centre, and receive your ID number. This ID number will be required to order your WES Report.

2.Follow the instructions to continue to the WES website for the next step of the application process.

3.Follow the instructions provided by WES. If you already have an evaluation report from WES, you may need to upgrade that report to an International Credential Advantage Package (ICAP).

4.WES will send the completed evaluation report to APEGA digitally. Physical copies will not be accepted


On the WES website it states that the docs I used for my initial application will be transferred to my new upgraded application (i.e. ECA to Course-by-Course) BUT surprisingly they came back with an email saying they are awaiting verification of my BSc transcript from my University. All other docs (i.e. my MSc + BSc degree certs and MSc transcript verification) were transferred from my previous application so I didn't have to do anything. I don't know if this is now the norm, but yeah that's the process I had to undergo.

Please note that APEGA licensing is for those who will be settling in Alberta and want to practice Engineering.

All the best!

dimpules8:
Please is there anyone who has flown with Lufthansa recently? I need to confirm the baggage allowance. Trying to comprehend what I am seeing. Lufthansa wrote 1bag of 23kg on their website, while the ticketing officer says its 2bags of 23kg.

Ps: economy

Oyin15:
Hi my Seniors in the house. Thanks everyone for your good work. God bless our hustle. Please do we have any pharmacists in the house. I already landed in Canada, Brampton, Ontario to be precise. Any tips on obtaining licensing. Also some fellow colleagues here advised not to work yet but focus on prep for exams as it will not be easy combining with work and kids( i have 2- 5yrs and 22months). Whats your take on this. Pls help

Blackbuddy:
I'm not a pharmacist but I can share a tip concerning combining work and preparing for licensing exams via study. Settling into a new country can be quite stressful if combined with the care of young children. I landed with my wife and kids who are older than yours but it was not easy initially. Here, you depend on just yourself to do home chores, care for kids and hustle to get set to find an income source so I have an idea what lies ahead of you. No matter how much cash you come with, it can not take away the urge to go out and hustle and save your converted naira.

So it boils down to how you can cope as an individual with caring for your family and trying to make the most your time to get set for your licensing AND ALSO working, wether part time or full time. It's wisdom you heard when you were advised to focus on your licensing for now, by the time the kids needs finish with you, you might not have the strength to add 'yes sir, no sir' as per job to the mix. But it remains your choice, if you feel you can cope, by all means chase your dream.

PS. I know a health administrator here who may be able to put you in touch with a practising pharmacist. We both live in Brampton and if you're interested in meeting him, do send me private message for this. All the best ahead.

boldinc:
It's 2 bags of 23kg each...

toyogirl:
Hmm.....I really wonder how someone like me will cope. I haven't been without housemaid + nanny since all these years ....guess there won't be need to register in any gym, as the chores will keep me fit by force

ugoiyke79e:
Hahahahahahahaha.....I just had to laugh..
we shall all get there. kids + licensing exams + the urge to make some cash....hmmm
we shall excel!!

Oyin15:
Hi my Seniors in the house. Thanks everyone for your good work. God bless our hustle. Please do we have any pharmacists in the house. I already landed in Canada, Brampton, Ontario to be precise. Any tips on obtaining licensing. Also some fellow colleagues here advised not to work yet but focus on prep for exams as it will not be easy combining with work and kids( i have 2- 5yrs and 22months). Whats your take on this. Pls help

Ehrnie:
Yes I am. Thanks for reaching out. Do you work in the oil-patch? I presently do (I've been for over 5 years now) and was just wondering what tips / advise you can share.

What I have done so far; I'm in the process of submitting an application for EIT via APEGA. That's it

What are your thoughts...experiences...advise...etc.

Many thanks,

TheCongo2:
The last time my fridge broke down, I had to call a repairmen to fix it. And the bill came to $600.
Last Sunday, my wife informed me that both our whirlpool washing machine and dryer weren't working. The washing machine wasn't draining water whereas the dryer wouldn't start at all. Two weeks earlier, she had noticed the dryer would keep on spinning when its door opens(it supposes to stop spinning when the doors opens).

My wife suggest to call the repair men or to buy new machines. To me it was a BIG NO to both options given that HIGH cost.
Therefore, I decided to fix them by myself. Ispent many hours online searching how to fix both machines. From my search, I discovered that the issue with the washing machine could be either the switch lid or the water pump. As for the dryer, I found out that the issue was the heater element, the fuse and the door switch.

From the Youtube videos I was able to determine which tools I would need to remove the defective parts from both machines. I run to the HomeDepot store to buy the require tools. They basically sell everything at Homedepot, from home appliances to tools to ...

With the new tools bought at HOME DEPOT, I opened my washing machine and removed the switch lid and the water pump. And then I opened the dryer to remove the heating element, the fuse and the door switch. I took all those parts to a local store that sell appliance parts to request new parts of the same model.

I came back home to install the new devices on the machines. The washing machine started to work properly. It turned out that the issue was the lid switch. As for the dryer, it started to turn on but it wouldn't spin. Further search online prompted me to check the belt. I open the dryer to locate the belt and I discovered it was broken. I run back to the local store that sell parts to buy a new belt. After installing the new belt, everything started to work properly. And the dryer would stop spinning when its door open.

I have learned in few days to fix both the washing and dryer. I have saved a lot of $$$$$

Tips: Please learn how to do it yourself. All you need is the internet. Also, make sure you get yourself a tools box.

Underwoodd:
Hi Ehrnie,

Please why are you going for EIT instead of P.Eng, seeing that you have more than 5 years experience?

Thanks.

salford1:
Whichever route you go, you would still need a one year canadian tutorship under a licensed engineer. When one goes the PEng route and skip EIT, that person would have no designation, but the EIT itself is a designation which can help with getting a job to obtain the 1 year experience. When you have your EIT, then you can inform interviewer that you would obtain your PEng within one year. In summary, the EIT status makes you more attractive to employers than someone with no status.

TheCongo2:
The last time my fridge broke down, I had to call a repairmen to fix it. And the bill came to $600.
Last Sunday, my wife informed me that both our whirlpool washing machine and dryer weren't working. The washing machine wasn't draining water whereas the dryer wouldn't start at all. Two weeks earlier, she had noticed the dryer would keep on spinning when its door opens(it supposes to stop spinning when the doors opens).

My wife suggest to call the repair men or to buy new machines. To me it was a BIG NO to both options given that HIGH cost.
Therefore, I decided to fix them by myself. Ispent many hours online searching how to fix both machines. From my search, I discovered that the issue with the washing machine could be either the switch lid or the water pump. As for the dryer, I found out that the issue was the heater element, the fuse and the door switch.

From the Youtube videos I was able to determine which tools I would need to remove the defective parts from both machines. I run to the HomeDepot store to buy the require tools. They basically sell everything at Homedepot, from home appliances to tools to ...

With the new tools bought at HOME DEPOT, I opened my washing machine and removed the switch lid and the water pump. And then I opened the dryer to remove the heating element, the fuse and the door switch. I took all those parts to a local store that sell appliance parts to request new parts of the same model.

I came back home to install the new devices on the machines. The washing machine started to work properly. It turned out that the issue was the lid switch. As for the dryer, it started to turn on but it wouldn't spin. Further search online prompted me to check the belt. I open the dryer to locate the belt and I discovered it was broken. I run back to the local store that sell parts to buy a new belt. After installing the new belt, everything started to work properly. And the dryer would stop spinning when its door open.

I have learned in few days to fix both the washing and dryer. I have saved a lot of $$$$$

Tips: Please learn how to do it yourself. All you need is the internet. Also, make sure you get yourself a tools box.

TheCongo2:
The last time my fridge broke down, I had to call a repairmen to fix it. And the bill came to $600.
Last Sunday, my wife informed me that both our whirlpool washing machine and dryer weren't working. The washing machine wasn't draining water whereas the dryer wouldn't start at all. Two weeks earlier, she had noticed the dryer would keep on spinning when its door opens(it supposes to stop spinning when the doors opens).

My wife suggest to call the repair men or to buy new machines. To me it was a BIG NO to both options given that HIGH cost.
Therefore, I decided to fix them by myself. Ispent many hours online searching how to fix both machines. From my search, I discovered that the issue with the washing machine could be either the switch lid or the water pump. As for the dryer, I found out that the issue was the heater element, the fuse and the door switch.

From the Youtube videos I was able to determine which tools I would need to remove the defective parts from both machines. I run to the HomeDepot store to buy the require tools. They basically sell everything at Homedepot, from home appliances to tools to ...

With the new tools bought at HOME DEPOT, I opened my washing machine and removed the switch lid and the water pump. And then I opened the dryer to remove the heating element, the fuse and the door switch. I took all those parts to a local store that sell appliance parts to request new parts of the same model.

I came back home to install the new devices on the machines. The washing machine started to work properly. It turned out that the issue was the lid switch. As for the dryer, it started to turn on but it wouldn't spin. Further search online prompted me to check the belt. I open the dryer to locate the belt and I discovered it was broken. I run back to the local store that sell parts to buy a new belt. After installing the new belt, everything started to work properly. And the dryer would stop spinning when its door open.

I have learned in few days to fix both the washing and dryer. I have saved a lot of $$$$$

Tips: Please learn how to do it yourself. All you need is the internet. Also, make sure you get yourself a tools box.

You simply have earned yourself about 900 Dollars. Good job. Let wifey take you for a treat.

Ugoeloka:
Hello canny folks... I am awaiting my Visa. I just need some help here. I intend staying in Calgary with my wife. I intend she studies a nursing program (2 years) so she can practice.

1) will she need WES evaluation(wasn't done during EE appl) to study for the program.

2) which schools in Calgary offer such programs.

3)Does anyone have idea when the session starts for next year.
4) what are the prospects attached to such nursing programs.

Please guys I will appreciate your views. Elders of the house please help

TheWatcher212:
Hello, how did we go about the EIT for APEGA? By default, it took me to the PEng registration straight away. Can you share a link or offer some form of guidance? Thanks.

TheWatcher212:
Howdy Guys,

Do the houses for rent in Canada come with things like Fridge, washing machine/dryer etc?

Ballerz:
You simply have earned yourself about 900 Dollars. Good job. Let wifey take you for a treat.

Ugoeloka:
Hello canny folks... I am awaiting my Visa. I just need some help here. I intend staying in Calgary with my wife. I intend she studies a nursing program (2 years) so she can practice.


1) will she need WES evaluation(wasn't done during EE appl) to study for the program.

2) which schools in Calgary offer such programs.

3)Does anyone have idea when the session starts for next year.
4) what are the prospects attached to such nursing programs.

Please guys I will appreciate your views. Elders of the house please help

Oyamade:
Nice boss, this is really interesting, because you will find out that the cos of the problem is one tiny overlooked part...

Apart from saving the dollar, there is a priceless feeling of accomplishment that comes with it, even madam will be proud of u.

Like how much did everything now cost?