Andyphief:
Hello everyone,
I have a question, am currently studying Chemical Engineering, in my 400 level right now..and I see this has a great time to start planning for the future, cos in two years I would be done (just got into 400).. one of my future plan is to get a MSc and I don't plan to get it in Nigeria. The way a MSc program is run in my school (unilag) isn't what I expect to be..I don't have to go too far on this, everyone should understand.. so I have my eyes abroad, I would really love to study in Canada/US ...now to my question:
I have a relative in Canada and another relative in the US...I want to know..if I ask any of them for an Invitation to come over..I know I will require a visitation visa..can I get a temporary permit and also a working permit even if I will enter any of these country with a visitors permit..
I know I will be advised to enter with a student visa ..that's by applying from here(Nigeria), but if am being honest I don't have the means to pay for the total cost it will involve. From the fees to the amount you'd need to have in your account has proof..to all other paper work..
I see it has easy to enter using a visiting visa..then working over there before actually applying to study..heck I might even start over get a BSc over there.
So I need someone to put me through or advice me ..Sir's and ma's

your plight is well understood. Since you are in 400 level ,why don't you strive to look for a grant or professpr who will be willing to work with you on your Masters in Canada,read osemigho posts on the Canadian travel visa thread.

Andyphief:
Hello everyone,
I have a question, am currently studying Chemical Engineering, in my 400 level right now..and I see this has a great time to start planning for the future, cos in two years I would be done (just got into 400).. one of my future plan is to get a MSc and I don't plan to get it in Nigeria. The way a MSc program is run in my school (unilag) isn't what I expect to be..I don't have to go too far on this, everyone should understand.. so I have my eyes abroad, I would really love to study in Canada/US ...now to my question:
I have a relative in Canada and another relative in the US...I want to know..if I ask any of them for an Invitation to come over..I know I will require a visitation visa..can I get a temporary permit and also a working permit even if I will enter any of these country with a visitors permit..
I know I will be advised to enter with a student visa ..that's by applying from here(Nigeria), but if am being honest I don't have the means to pay for the total cost it will involve. From the fees to the amount you'd need to have in your account has proof..to all other paper work..
I see it has easy to enter using a visiting visa..then working over there before actually applying to study..heck I might even start over get a BSc over there.
So I need someone to put me through or advice me ..Sir's and ma's

Hello Andy, in the spirit of the festive season, I will be gentle and advise you to do two things

1. There is no hurry in Life. Do the right thing always. People who refuse to do these have been burnt badly in the past.
Do not join that negative statistics.
2. This is the wrong thread for your questions. Check the link below.
https://www.nairaland.com/3948393/canadian-student-visa-thread-part
However, be advised that you would have to read up to understand the process and get a better understanding to help your future plans.

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Happy New Year to you'll.
Thanks to vcole and blackbuddy

Please I need the advise of Practicing Doctors in Canada and others with experiences...
My Sister will be having her induction as she graduate after studying Med & Surg. in Nigeria, but I want her to come over to Canada to Practice.
How do I go about this...
Please I need explicit details on how.

Thanks

Tamm:
How about you starting in your own little way, who knows, you might be the inspiration others need to take action! Until then...

We will come back and build it. Wait for us to go learn new things from a working system.

hiscules:
your plight is well understood. Since you are in 400 level ,why don't you strive to look for a grant or professpr who will be willing to work with you on your Masters in Canada,read osemigho posts on the Canadian travel visa thread.

Umm when you say professors, do you mean the ones here or the ones over there in Canada....

Andyphief:

Umm when you say professors, do you mean the ones here or the ones over there in Canada....

I mean researching schools in Canada and potential professors in those schools. Search for Osemigho on these thread and read his posts

Hi everyone. Please landed seniors, the tap water in canada is it good enough for drinking especially fpr children or do you need to additional purifying.

mamacajah:


Hello Andy, in the spirit of the festive season, I will be gentle and advise you to do two things

1. There is no hurry in Life. Do the right thing always. People who refuse to do these have been burnt badly in the past.
Do not join that negative statistics.
2. This is the wrong thread for your questions. Check the link below.
https://www.nairaland.com/3948393/canadian-student-visa-thread-part
However, be advised that you would have to read up to understand the process and get a better understanding to help your future plans.

1. I understand this very well, that's why am trying to get the right advice..in other for me to plan well. I know about how Nigerians go through the wrong way or route and end paying dearly for it.
2. Thanks for the link..I will definitely read extensively everything posted in that thread..
But it seems going to visit a relative, stay then study isn't a good option?.. Thanks for your advice ma.

hiscules:
I mean researching schools in Canada and potential professors in those schools. Search for Osemigho on these thread and read his posts

I will do just that and yeah I will read osemigho posts ..Thank You very much, am really grateful.

Happy new year to everyone here....
I would appreciate some advise from experienced PR.
I plan to relocate sometime July this year with my 5 year old daughter ..but I'm torn between 2 choices.......
1) Go first, settle and have her join me before the expiration of her medical
2) Go with her in July......

I understand its challenging relocating and more so with a child....but I'm not sure what to do.

Also, which is more advisable and more profitable in the long run

A Bridging program or a Co-op program? I'm into Administration and HR field

I would really appreciate sincere advise from residents in Canada.

Thank you

mamacajah:

I am way ahead of you.. 2018 I must learn french by force by fire..lol..who no like beta thing...

you know this.

beckycute1:
Happy new year to everyone here....
I would appreciate some advise from experienced PR.
I plan to relocate sometime July this year with my 5 year old daughter ..but I'm torn between 2 choices.......
1) Go first, settle and have her join me before the expiration of her medical
2) Go with her in July......
I understand its challenging relocating and more so with a child....but I'm not sure what to do.
Also, which is more advisable and more profitable in the long run
A Bridging program or a Co-op program? I'm into Administration and HR field
I would really appreciate sincere advise from residents in Canada.
Thank you

Relocate via pr or via tfw or student permit? You should go with her. She's 5yrs old. She'll start kindergarten and go to a child care place for before and after school while yoy go to school, work or attend a bridging prog.

Happy new year everyone.
@andyphief, you should try to search for thesis based msc progs in your field of interest and contact prospective supervisors. If you are able to secure a supervisor with a grant who is willing to put that towards your research then you won't have to pay for your studies. Explore Australia and Canada and maybe Germany. I wouldn't advise anyone to go study in the US right now unless you have a scholarship or funds because with the immigration reform with Trump, post study after schooling in the US is becoming a myth. Also look into applying for Australian PR.

vcole:

Relocate via pr or via tfw or student permit? You should go with her. She's 5yrs old. She'll start kindergarten and go to a child care place for before and after school while yoy go to school, work or attend a bridging prog.

Relocation via PR..
Thank you

beckycute1:
Happy new year to everyone here....
I would appreciate some advise from experienced PR.
I plan to relocate sometime July this year with my 5 year old daughter ..but I'm torn between 2 choices.......
1) Go first, settle and have her join me before the expiration of her medical
2) Go with her in July......

I understand its challenging relocating and more so with a child....but I'm not sure what to do.

Also, which is more advisable and more profitable in the long run

A Bridging program or a Co-op program? I'm into Administration and HR field

I would really appreciate sincere advise from residents in Canada.

Thank you

I may be wrong, I always think that the relocation to Canada is one of the easiest in the world given the varieties of social services this country offer to its newcomers. I stand to be corrected though.

Therefore, I would never advise anyone who is moving to Canada to leave a child behind if the person can travel with the child.

You should travel with your daughter. Yes, relocating may be challenging and intimidating. However, you will be surprised of how fast things will fall into place.

TheCongo2:


I may be wrong, I always think that the relocation to Canada is one of the easiest in the world given the varieties of social services this country offer to its newcomers. I stand to be corrected though.

Therefore, I would never advise anyone who is moving to Canada to leave a child behind if the person can travel with the child.

You should travel with your daughter. Yes, relocating may be challenging and intimidating. However, you will be surprised of how fast things will fall into place.

True talk.... Thank you

vcole:

Relocate via pr or via tfw or student permit? You should go with her. She's 5yrs old. She'll start kindergarten and go to a child care place for before and after school while yoy go to school, work or attend a bridging prog.

Hello Vcole, is the before and after school care program free? Is it province specific?

TheCongo2:


I may be wrong, I always think that the relocation to Canada is one of the easiest in the world given the varieties of social services this country offer to its newcomers. I stand to be corrected though.

Therefore, I would never advise anyone who is moving to Canada to leave a child behind if the person can travel with the child.

You should travel with your daughter. Yes, relocating may be challenging and intimidating. However, you will be surprised of how fast things will fall into place.

How about stabilizing, getting a job and then getting your kid to join?

XX01:


How about stabilizing, getting a job and then getting your kid to join?

That might not be a wise decision.

IMO, going with the kid from the onset is the best plan. You both stabilize together. Afterall, you showed that you have what it takes to cater for both of you with your POF during application. So, what could be the fear here?

What about if the child is less than 5yrs old. More like 6 - 9mths. I am really confused.

XX01:


How about stabilizing, getting a job and then getting your kid to join?

XX01:


How about stabilizing, getting a job and then getting your kid to join?

Good point.
But if you are here with the kids during the school year, your kids will be in school while you will be looking for a job.
Even if you bring the kids when school is Off, there are government subsidize programs which can help you take care of the kids during the day when you are looking for work. I believe YMCA has such program. The YMCA summer program for children is expensive for people with income but it is very cheap and maybe free for those with no income like new comers. I am sure there are plenty of other program that would accommodate you as a new comer with children.

In any case, I strongly agree with maternal who said the following in an earlier post: the gov't of Canada spends millions of dollars each year to help bridge immigrants into the system so they can become successful. A good amount don't use it.

Your community services will be a great place to start. They surely know much on the topic.
How old are the kids?

The links below provides an example of one of those services. They must be thousands of similar services across Canada. And they are free for newcomers.
http://www.workingwomencc.org/location/fairview/programs-services/care-for-newcomer-children/
http://ymcawo.ca/newcomers-to-canada/

Happy new year everyone.

honey86:
Happy new year everyone.

Same to you. Thanks.
All the best

Rocorleone:
Happy New Year to you'll.
Thanks to vcole and blackbuddy

Please I need the advise of Practicing Doctors in Canada and others with experiences...
My Sister will be having her induction as she graduate after studying Med & Surg. in Nigeria, but I want her to come over to Canada to Practice.
How do I go about this...
Please I need explicit details on how.

Thanks

Happy new year! While we await the guidance of landed doctors, please share this link with your sister to get started on the route to licensure; http://physiciansapply.ca/practising-in-canada/

Delta007:
Congratulations on the progress. Just curious, why would you want to immigrate in March? What's the urgency?

Thanks. Visa expires first week of April. That is one year after medicals

beckycute1:
Happy new year to everyone here....
I would appreciate some advise from experienced PR.
I plan to relocate sometime July this year with my 5 year old daughter ..but I'm torn between 2 choices.......
1) Go first, settle and have her join me before the expiration of her medical
2) Go with her in July......

I understand its challenging relocating and more so with a child....but I'm not sure what to do.

Also, which is more advisable and more profitable in the long run

A Bridging program or a Co-op program? I'm into Administration and HR field

I would really appreciate sincere advise from residents in Canada.

Thank you

Happy New Year peeps. I'm also interested in feedback on the bolded in HR. I know a few people who have done bridging programs and one eventually still enroĺled for a college graduate certificate with co op/practicuum component. But people really don't let you into details when you ask. Are bridging programs truly worth it? How much impact does it have on one's resume and job search?

Nogen:
Welcome Oohunt! Happy New Year Family!

Thank you @Nogen and Happy New Year to you too.

Rebarobyn:


Happy New Year peeps. I'm also interested in feedback on the bolded in HR. I know a few people who have done bridging programs and one eventually still enroĺled for a college graduate certificate with co op/practicuum component. But people really don't let you into details when you ask. Are bridging programs truly worth it? How much impact does it have on one's resume and job search?

Nothing is guaranteed in life. Bridging programs though helps in learning alot about the canadian work culture, building resumes or building professional networks in your field, some would even send you to local college to obtain certificates that could be 8 months long free of charge plus stipends, much still depends on preparation, luck, favour or fate or whatever you want to call it.

In my opinion, they are definetly worth it since it is at no cost to you. Some are even competitive to get on. e.g CCIS programs in Calgary. They could receive over 200 applications for 20 spots in some of their programs. You would go through series of tests and interviews.


Just like you, I know lots of people that still returned to schools after bridging programs. I also know some that returned to survival jobs after bridging programs, and I also know some that got good jobs after bridging programs. There are also some that never made use of them as well and still got good jobs.

To each his own. I personally prefer getting Canadian qualification if you have the time or money. A bridging program may not give you the highly coveted canadian education and some co-op programs could give up to 1 year of paid work experience.

amindondee:


Thanks. Visa expires first week of April. That is one year after medicals

Thanks for the response. Your timeline showed June 2017 for medicals, hence my curiosity.

The reality is that even a Canadian degree does not guarantee you anything. In my opinion, if anyone wants to go down the route of getting a degree, try get into a professional stream (accounting, IT, engineering, dentistry, etc) or a trade (pipefitting, plumbing, power line technician, etc).

salford1:

Nothing is guaranteed in life. Bridging programs though helps in learning alot about the canadian work culture, building resumes or building professional networks in your field, some would even send you to local college to obtain certificates that could be 8 months long free of charge plus stipends, much still depends on preparation, luck, favour or fate or whatever you want to call it.

In my opinion, they are definetly worth it since it is at no cost to you. Some are even competitive to get on. e.g CCIS programs in Calgary. They could receive over 200 applications for 20 spots in some of their programs. You would go through series of tests and interviews.


Just like you, I know lots of people that still returned to schools after bridging programs. I also know some that returned to survival jobs after bridging programs, and I also know some that got good jobs after bridging programs. There are also some that never made use of them as well and still got good jobs.

To each his own. I personally prefer getting Canadian qualification if you have the time or money. A bridging program may not give you the highly coveted canadian education and some co-op programs could give up to 1 year of paid work experience.

salford1:

Nothing is guaranteed in life. Bridging programs though helps in learning alot about the canadian work culture, building resumes or building professional networks in your field, some would even send you to local college to obtain certificates that could be 8 months long free of charge plus stipends, much still depends on preparation, luck, favour or fate or whatever you want to call it.

In my opinion, they are definetly worth it since it is at no cost to you. Some are even competitive to get on. e.g CCIS programs in Calgary. They could receive over 200 applications for 20 spots in some of their programs. You would go through series of tests and interviews.


Just like you, I know lots of people that still returned to schools after bridging programs. I also know some that returned to survival jobs after bridging programs, and I also know some that got good jobs after bridging programs. There are also some that never made use of them as well and still got good jobs.

To each his own. I personally prefer getting Canadian qualification if you have the time or money. A bridging program may not give you the highly coveted canadian education and some co-op programs could give up to 1 year of paid work experience.

Hi,

Presently, I've got an Meng admission to study Civil engineering at University of Ottawa but it has got no co-op program. I plan to do engineering volunteer work while I school, do you think tbis is a good plan? It's all for the Canadian experience and qualification.

Maternal
Thecongo2