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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Canadianfly: 1:25am On May 08, 2018 |
Bsbabe: Lol I totally relate. You're lucky though your kids are older. Babies and toddlers are something else. 3 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 2:53am On May 08, 2018 |
AZeD1:Alot of employers in Canada would not ask for your certificate because they rely on multinational background checks companies to figure that out. My employer (despite being a crown corporation) would not ask for an applicant's certificate or transcript, but the information a job applicant gave when applying would be verified via a background check company. People have been laid off for doctoring their years of work experience because some checks take months to return to HR. 5 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by mzjennypher(f): 1:47pm On May 08, 2018 |
Hello house, good day. i am awaiting decision on my application, i wld like to find out about job opportunites available in canny. i work with a bank (operations unit) i am willing to go into anoda career. Dear seniors what career line should i look into? |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by mafavour: 2:02pm On May 08, 2018 |
MostBlessed:Hello bro please need to discuss some issue with u on Canadian express entry please kindly send me mail on mafavour@yahoo.com so I can have your mail add thanks God bless |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Newbeecey: 2:08pm On May 08, 2018 |
As in...this scenario just further scared me. Kids are little o and I want to work too (max 2 months after I land, full time for that matter) I sure say I fit do this thing @canadafly, I imagine your kids are much younger from your posts, so you have any advice or tips you think i should know or be considering? Bsbabe: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 2:50pm On May 08, 2018 |
Newbeecey: Aunty, please don’t fear. There are day homes I believe for you to put your children before and after school if you’re working full time. People who have younger children should please help shed more light on this. 3 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Newbeecey: 3:09pm On May 08, 2018 |
Thanks, YES PLEASE!!!!! Our seniors at the back sit, please come forward o, your valuable wisdom is required. Bsbabe: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by AZeD1(m): 3:32pm On May 08, 2018 |
TheCongo2:Learning to program is learning to solve problems. An example is learning to communicate rather than learning English or French. Of course you would need a language to communicate but they are two different things. Same with programming, its learning to solve problems with computers and most times one would use a programming language but people who just learn a programming language can only solve problems in the context of the programming language they learnt. Their problem solving skills is built around the language they learnt. On the other hand those who learn to program, try to solve the problems independent of a programming language, when they have a solution they use the best language to implement. TD bank is having a talent hunt this week in Ottawa, I put it in my last post but it was removed and I was banned by the anti spam bot. 9 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by TheCongo2: 4:58pm On May 08, 2018 |
AZeD1: Thanks for your feedback. I always thought all computer languages tackle issues the same way. Now, how can one learn to program without been in a contest of a language ? Is there any materials you may recommend. I am into computer networking with a passion for automation. Therefore I am learning to program IRQ interrupt, arduino... 1 Like |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by AZeD1(m): 5:13pm On May 08, 2018 |
TheCongo2:No there are different classifications of programming language Static vs Dynamic, functional vs object oriented. The difference between functional and Object oriented is so wide, that when trying to switch from one to the other, the first advice you get is forget everything you know about programming. TheCongo2:This is hard and it mostly comes by experience. I really don't know any good book that can explain the concept. TheCongo2: That's awesome. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by wholesomegrace: 5:15pm On May 08, 2018 |
Newbeecey: I got response below from Canadianfly. Its either I do more research on this or just go work in a creche. Basically looking into something that will fit comfortably into my children's schedule for the first few months is my priority, so I'm not too concerned about the quality of earnings. Also, I might be staying with family for a while until I am a bit stable, less pressure on my POF. Canadianfly: [center][/center] The only thing that I think will work will be home based jobs. There are quite a number of them. And they're mainly Customer Service jobs. There are also some Social work that can be done at home, with one day in the office. My friend currently does this, and she makes a lot of money. Her husband lives in the U.S. What I advise is whilst doig your job search, filter it to home based roles. Most of these jobs require you have a home office set up. So you'll need a working desktop (what Nigerians call 'system'), printer, scanner, work station desk and the right swivel chair. Sometimes they send a HR person to inspect your home office to make sure it ticks their standard. You're also expected to be logged on to their server at times when you're expected to be working. So fast internet connection is a must have. Other home based jobs include project coordinating/managing roles. Truth is, they're not hard to find. You just have to use the right search engine and select what roles you think will work for you, also considering the salary as well. 11 Likes 8 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by TheCongo2: 5:57pm On May 08, 2018 |
AZeD1: Thanks again bro. Seems like there is so much to programming than just using c++. At least you have given me some insight into the field. Much appreciated. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by bobogii2008: 6:23pm On May 08, 2018 |
Hi guys...for the naija guys on PR in Canada, i have these questions to ask: 1) Do u have any regrets relocating to Canada? 2) I read the post of this blogger the other day and she was blabbing about how Nigerians goto suffer in Canada and struggle for jobs with refugees from Sudan, Iraq and d likes...How true is this? 3) Does it make sense for someone earning around 250k monthly in naija to consider relocating to Canada for better standard of living? 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Beeea: 6:44pm On May 08, 2018 |
bobogii2008: 1. No 2. To each their own. It depends on how you utilize the opportunities you have being in Canada. If your career isn't one you can do in Canada, go back to school 3. Your 250k is less than $1000. You'll make more in Canada doing minimum wage jobs. 20 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by TheCongo2: 6:51pm On May 08, 2018 |
bobogii2008: I think people should look further than the present time. It is better for a banker to sacrifice his comfort in Nigeria to drive uber in Canada for the future of his kids. Otherwise the banker's children may end up driving uber in Nigeria. It is not all about the present time, it is also about the future, the next generation If you have kids, by all means move to Canada and don't look back. Just focus on the glory to come 38 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 7:00pm On May 08, 2018 |
TheCongo2:Nice one...... 6 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Blackbuddy: 7:21pm On May 08, 2018 |
bobogii2008: Hi, as you see above, I agree with the responders above on your enquiries. It's an open, level playing field in some respects here, you just need focus, knowledge, understanding and the right company of people to help you stay encouraged. 31 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 7:37pm On May 08, 2018 |
bobogii2008: 1) Absolutely no regrets. One of the best decisions I ever made. Though a bit of struggle for 2-3 years after landing as I and my wife were both in regulated professions (Engineering and Pharm). The moment we both qualified, level changed to 10/10. Glory be to God. 2) Parience and prayers are key to being succesful in Canada. The pof is also very important too. It could be a new immigrants make or break. 3) 250k is a low wage in Nigeria at the moment. Maybe it would have been okay 15 years ago. With the situation in naija at the moment, 2 million naira a month won't even hold me back. It's not even about the money but to live a decent life with your family. 40 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Unlimited22: 7:58pm On May 08, 2018 |
Unlimited22:Oga them AZeD1 and Maziude ooooo |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 8:39pm On May 08, 2018 |
salford1:Please I have a bachelors in electrical eng and masters in electrical machines and power systems from nigeria. What steps can I take to obtain my license.. Am waiting for PR. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by AZeD1(m): 9:46pm On May 08, 2018 |
Unlimited22: I'm not really sure what to tell you to be honest. I would say, start with the web developer course. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Unlimited22: 9:49pm On May 08, 2018 |
AZeD1:LOL, alright. Thanks for your time. 1 Like |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Goldenheart002(f): 10:24pm On May 08, 2018 |
Good job guys, I've been following dis thread for a while now and its quite informative and educative! God bless u all My sis and her hubby are planning to go to Canada on PNP, precisely to Saskatchewan, he has done his WES and IELTS (being d major applicant) but is it compulsory for my sis to follow suit? Pls, don't waka pass, its quite urgent |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by MissG(f): 11:59pm On May 08, 2018 |
Goldenheart002: I went the PNP (Saskatchewan) route too, my husband was not interested in this canny journey so did not do WES and IELTS. I got nominated and we now have our COPR 14 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by AZeD1(m): 12:26am On May 09, 2018 |
MissG:How does the PNP (Saskatchewan) thingy work? I'm asking for a friend. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Blackbuddy: 2:40am On May 09, 2018 |
AZeD1: Have your friend study the info at this link. Everything needed for Sask PNP can be found here, https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/moving-to-saskatchewan/immigrating-to-saskatchewan/saskatchewan-immigrant-nominee-program/apply-to-the-sinp 1 Like 2 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 2:41am On May 09, 2018 |
Guitarlife: salford1: Step 2 and 3 are mandatory. You can also check the site below: https://engineerscanada.ca/become-an-engineer/overview-of-licensing-process 5 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by AZeD1(m): 3:03am On May 09, 2018 |
Blackbuddy:Thanks |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Canadahelper: 3:25am On May 09, 2018 |
TheCongo2: To add to what’s already been said , nowadays there is a lot of emphasis on learning “programming” . I believe a better approach is looking at learning the Software Development cycle which typically involves Requirements Gathering (basically what you expect from what you’re building) -> Analysis (UML class diagrams, Sequence Diagrams , User Stories/ Use Cases) > Implementing/ developing using a technology stack depending on what is being built > Testing ( unit testing / integration testing etc > Deployment) Once you start looking at software problems in terms of the above , you start producing software that not only works but is well structured because at the end of the day it’s not too hard making software that does xyz but employers are very interested in things like efficiency, robustness , scalability and performance which your software will lack without following that sequence . For each of those steps , you can research to learn what it involves in terms of Programming languages , Libraries or Frameworks. 7 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by TheCongo2: 3:57am On May 09, 2018 |
Canadahelper: Merci beaucoup I take note of it |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by dfanz: 4:51am On May 09, 2018 |
bobogii2008: 1) No regrets 2) To each their own. This is practically starting life afresh, expect the best prepare for thr worst. No 2 stories are the same. 3) Each person has their motivation for moving. People that earn millions have moved while people that earn 250k are comfy in Naija, it's really up to you. For me, I moved to have a better life. I was at a police station today and didn't want to leave cos the officers were so nice and the environment was welcoming. It's these little things that matter to me. What matters to you? 35 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Affordablerent: 7:25am On May 09, 2018 |
bobogii2008: A tenant paid N250K for a two bedroom flat in Lagos, somewhere around Ojo for a year, that's less than the amount many pay for a self contain per month in Canada. Cost of living is different, earning N250K here is living comfortably, some people earning this in Nigeria can afford to pay for a driver, nanny for the kids etc to live the same way in Canada you have to earn about $3000K per month Contact me for affordable rent 4 Likes |
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