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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nogen: 8:33pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
TheCongo2: Thanks. For now, they have limited access to the cold weather. They are always indoors with their Dad while I do the running around. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Martmec: 9:06pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
Nogen: 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 9:36pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
You got scared Hahaha. Nogen: 6 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 9:38pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
vcole:And by the time she'll visit Nigeria again she'll be shocked at how rude we are. Lol 14 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 9:41pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
salford1: You're in Regina? I would say December though!!! |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 9:42pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
TheCongo2: @TheCongo2, trust you are well. I sent you an email. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Talkingboy: 9:45pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
Good evening Seniors , I throway salute for all of una Sirs and Mas... Please , I have a Question to Ask . Please , Which Province in Canada is the best for Accountants (Chartered Accountants) to Live ? |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by alt3r3g0: 10:18pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
vcole: True... When me and my wife went to Heritage park, a complete stranger walked up to us and gave us two tickets worth about 53 cad for free. 9 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by TheCongo2: 10:32pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
Bsbabe: I have received your email. Sorry for the delay, I will get back to u shortly. I was in Montreal and just got home yesterday |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Beautyaddy: 10:33pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
maternal: Unfortunately, yes it is. I'm guessing that maybe the population of the US compared to Canada might be one of the factors why getting ones permanent status in Canada is easier than the US. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by TheCongo2: 10:34pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
alt3r3g0: Sometimes people at driveTru pay for the bill of the car behind them 8 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 11:43pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
Snappyfingaz:I shuttle between Alberta and Saskatchewan. Been in Calgary for a while now. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nogen: 11:47pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
Snappyfingaz: Exactly what I have been telling myself. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 11:49pm On Dec 30, 2017 |
Beautyaddy:It's very easy to get a canadian PR nowadays. As long as you are young, have a post graduate degree or 2 academic qualifications plus high ielts scores. The US has plenty of people with this profile. The last person I know that made the reverse move this year (i.e Canada to US) got Canadian PR as a back up plan but dumped it not long after she got a residency position at a hospital in the US. She is a medical doc. with a masters degree obtained from the US. 7 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by ibnhasan: 12:03am On Dec 31, 2017 |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by ibnhasan: 12:13am On Dec 31, 2017 |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by klexycole(m): 1:27am On Dec 31, 2017 |
Hi everyone, Congrats to you Nogen. What do you guys think about Brandon, Manitoba in terms of studies? Honest answers would greatly be appreciated. Thank you! Cc Salford1, maternal 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by TheManOfTheYear: 1:28am On Dec 31, 2017 |
I hail una for this thread oo Please is it possible to get full funding for graduate studies in Canada? Just like in the United States I'd appreciate any answers |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by CanadianCherie: 1:28am On Dec 31, 2017 |
Worried and curious! Please for how long can one delay sending one’s passport upon PPR request to ACCRA? Has anyone successfully done this before with good reason? Also is it possible to send one’s passport from another country due to travel(I.e. America) whilst other family members send theirs from Nigeria? Please advice and share experiences accordingly . Thanks |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by maternal: 2:06am On Dec 31, 2017 |
klexycole: what's your objective in general ? Get a good education ? stay after studies? etc |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by MummyJaygirls: 2:07am On Dec 31, 2017 |
CanadianCherie:Just send a mail to cic, they will extend for u and will advice on how/ where to send your passports |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by klexycole(m): 2:29am On Dec 31, 2017 |
maternal: Both tickled, sir. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by vcole: 3:04am On Dec 31, 2017 |
@oohunt, I've been meaning to mention you on here as it's been a while you posted. Welcome to Calgary in advance. As advised Burlington coat factory. Get thermal wear for yourself and the kids. So layer up. Like a singlet, thermals, shirt, sweater then jacket with a hat. Thermals or fleece lined tights, pants and fuzzy socks then winter boots. This week has been cold in Calgary and as salford1 says when you land it'll be warmer but iunno if it'll be as warm for you. Lol! 6 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by vcole: 3:05am On Dec 31, 2017 |
@Nogen na to pack go sherbrooke oh. Make i go take french classes. Lol! 3 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Deda3103(f): 3:14am On Dec 31, 2017 |
Nogen: Welcome to Canada and enjoy you stay in Quebec. 1 Like |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 5:56am On Dec 31, 2017 |
klexycole:Was supposed to attend a wedding in Brandon a few weeks ago but could not make it due to other commitments. There are lots of Nigerians in that city. I know 3 families back from 2012/2013 living in Brandon. 2 came in as PR through FSW (later attended the local college), and one came in as a nursing student(Brandon Uni), now a PR too.. Since they have all made the small city their home, i.e. got jobs and bought homes, then I am guessing the city is nice.. 9 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by XX01(f): 6:30am On Dec 31, 2017 |
Abeg, all these -52, -39 I'm seeing. Will you still go to work in this weather or offices will cancel work for that day? 6 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by cosemiha(m): 6:40am On Dec 31, 2017 |
XX01:At -39, you are expected to be at work, kids are expected to be in school ( except if there is a snowstorm) and life goes on like nothing is happening... that's the Canadian spirit 7 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by klexycole(m): 6:40am On Dec 31, 2017 |
salford1: Thanks for your prompt and honest answer. I was initially worried because I hardly see Nigerians applying to Brandon University or PR holders moving to the city. I'm thinking one should be able to move to another city after studies or simply try another city altogether. Thanks for your help. Regards. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 7:05am On Dec 31, 2017 |
XX01: It's hard to believe people survive in that weather but they do. That's like 5 times colder than London in winter. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by ednut1(m): 8:02am On Dec 31, 2017 |
Talkingboy:who will now build nigeria when all of una wan run 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by DatechMan(m): 8:26am On Dec 31, 2017 |
I have a quick tip for those of us that are landing this winter. Especially if you will be using the public transport, either temporarily or on a regular basis. This tip is borne from my personal experience. 1. Understand Google Map Download it on your phone if you don't have it already. Learn how to use and interpret the map. It is one of the most essential tools to waka for here. 2. Understand the Transit system If you are going to a place and you use google map to ask for direction, you will be given a range of options for your transit. For those of us that will be using the bus, you will be given walking direction to the nearest bus stop and also the bus(es) ID/Number you need to take. For example you can be told to take 40 Northbound - 40N bus. Please don't take 40 Sounthbound - 40S bus o. I did this a few times before getting used to it. It is also advisable to note the bus stop you are going to stop because the buses no get reverse. In fact, also note the bus stop before the one you are going, so that you will have ample time to pull the rope. Also, at the bus stops/stations, always make sure to check that you are at the right spot. Sometimes you will have many stops around same area or different platforms in the same station. Imagine waiting for a bus for several minutes only to see it going in a different direction. It is painful o. Sometimes you will have to wait another 30 minutes or more for the next bus. 3. Planning / Management Planning is a survival skill here o. No one wants to spend 30 minutes in a -35c temperature waiting for a bus. I have been there. No matter how much khaki you put for body, it is never pleasant. It is essential that you plan your route. Before leaving the house, check with google map the available options for your transit. Consider the travel time, the number of buses you need to take and also the range of bus choices for each option. I would advise that no matter which option you choose, don't get to the bus stop/terminal earlier than 5 minutes to bus arrival time. It is best in most cases to choose the option with the least number of buses so that your lay-over time will be minimal. You should also consider your bus choices. This means that for a single route, google can tell you that you can take bus A or bus B or bus C, this should be your favorite choice especially if that is for a connecting route, because that means that if A doesn't show up in time, you can take B or C. 4. Capping it all We have come from a tropical weather condition, it is normal that our body will not be suited to the condition at first. Always dress as warm as possible. Don't copy some other people o. Wear winter socks, if possible double it. Wear thermal underwear especially for the legs, get a long john. If you don't have long john, wear at least 2 trousers. Wear winter shoes, winter jacket, head warmer, and good winter gloves. Also, be careful when walking on snow. Avoid the black/dirty ones, walk on the white snows. Stay safe. It will end in praise. 90 Likes 35 Shares |
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