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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by 40manlappy: 4:38pm On Aug 10, 2018

balogunsam:
@40manlappy do you have an updated link for the road safety letter please?

No, I don't. Someone told me last week that the man didn't demand tip from him after the service though he had planned to do so. In any case, I learned that you can get it at the Nigerian Embassy here in Ottawa for $50.

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Ifywhyteman: 8:05pm On Aug 10, 2018

God be praised...Collected my passports from Vfs Globals today. If you sent yours through a courier and wish to collect in person, you need to go with a means of identification (voters card, driver's licence or some other legal document that can be used to identify you), also I presented the mail sent to me by Vfs that showed my tracker number. Go to the first floor, booth 1 or 2 for collection. Don't know if I will be able to sleep this night...Can somebody get me Valium 5... grin

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by agates: 8:17pm On Aug 10, 2018

Ifywhyteman:
God be praised...Collected my passports from Vfs Globals today. If you sent yours through a courier and wish to collect in person, you need to go with a means of identification (voters card, driver's licence or some other legal document that can be used to identify you), also I presented the mail sent to me by Vfs that showed my tracker number. Go to the first floor, booth 1 or 2 for collection. Don't know if I will be able to sleep this night...Can somebody get me Valium 5...

Loll I can imagine oo. Valium 10 sef. How long ago did u submit. Submitted 2 Thursday's ago and Beginning to get agitated

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Ifywhyteman: 8:19pm On Aug 10, 2018

Another question please, my drivers licence expires this month, will the Canadian agency responsible for over seeing driving and licencing over there accept the computer printout of renewal and the expired licence pending when the new one will be sent over to one when it is ready? Thanks

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Ifywhyteman: 8:23pm On Aug 10, 2018

Complete 3 weeks, mine got to them on 12th Jul., received information it was dispatched from Accra on 2nd August...

agates:

Loll I can imagine oo. Valium 10 sef. How long ago did u submit. Submitted 2 Thursday's ago and Beginning to get agitated

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Ifywhyteman: 8:24pm On Aug 10, 2018

Complete 3 weeks, mine got to them on 12th Jul., received information it was dispatched from Accra on 2nd August...

agates:

Loll I can imagine oo. Valium 10 sef. How long ago did u submit. Submitted 2 Thursday's ago and Beginning to get agitated

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by agates: 8:34pm On Aug 10, 2018

Ifywhyteman:
Complete 3 weeks, mine got to them on 12th Jul., received information it was dispatched from Accra on 2nd August...

Did your profile change to approved

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by jobaltol: 10:29pm On Aug 10, 2018

Hello guys,
I want to thank you for assisting fellow nigerians to settle down in Canada. God bless you.
I am a Nigerian trained veterinarian with a nigerian masters in food animal medicine and a UK masters degree in global health and development. I will be landing in Canada in September.
1) Please what are the cities that have good job opportunities available for veterinarians or people with my background (vet with global health ) in Canada.
2) I have an expired driver's license (2016) obtained in Nigeria. Do i have to obtain an international driver's license to facilitate my driver's license permit in Canada. If yes, how can I go about obtaining the international driver's license in Nigeria.
3) Are there any bridging programs for foreign-trained veterinarians in Canada?
Thank you as you help me out.
@blackbuddy @adeballerz @thecongo2 @fusion23 @maternal etc

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Ifywhyteman: 10:46pm On Aug 10, 2018

Yea

agates:

Did your profile change to approved

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Sthill5: 1:10am On Aug 11, 2018

I saw this video by a landed Nigerian lady on YouTube and thought to share.

Some may find it helpful. It's about getting money from the Canadian government

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtmRPzZ1qEs

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Favoredme: 2:34am On Aug 11, 2018

No, they will not. I renewed mine but it wasn't ready before I left Nigeria. When I went for my knowledge test, the temporary licence was not accepted even with my FRSC authenticity letter, so I had to wait until my renewed one was collected on my behalf and sent down to me.

Ifywhyteman:
Another question please, my drivers licence expires this month, will the Canadian agency responsible for over seeing driving and licencing over there accept the computer printout of renewal and the expired licence pending when the new one will be sent over to one when it is ready? Thanks

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by alt3r3g0: 6:34am On Aug 11, 2018

orobs93:

during waiting times in transit from UK to Canada will I be able to see my family at the airport can I go and meet them or them coming to meet me where I am in the airport and how will I know if I need a transit visa

A transit visa is required if you will be stepping foot out of the airport.

From my experience, we landed in Gartwick airport and connecting flight was to leave from Heathrow in a few hours time on the same day. We were stamped in with the 24hrs Visa. We then made the trip from one airport to the other on our own. So asides from the risk of missing our connecting flight, we were not restricted in our movement.

If you will not be leaving the airport, this will not apply to you as all that's needed is just to move to the next terminal within the same airport. Like Vcole earlier said, it also depends on the duration of the connecting flight.

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Fortissimo502: 8:43am On Aug 11, 2018

modath:

Anyone in need of Canadian Dollar($5k max) can message me ..TOTALLY LEGIT funds...(Kindly investigate my antecedent on this platform before making contact)..

WhatsApp link on Siggy...

Is this still available?

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by modath(f): 1:01pm On Aug 11, 2018

Fortissimo502:

Is this still available?

Yes..

Kindly follow the link on my siggy.... Thx

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by CEloka: 1:30pm On Aug 11, 2018

Hello everyone. Please I have a question. We intend landing at the end of January next year. However, my driver's license is expiring ending of February. Is it possible to conclude the G2 driving test within a space of one month before my license expires? Or is it better to get a new license reissued? cc; @salford1 @blackbuddy @Ballerz and anyone else please

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by ofofomedia: 3:42pm On Aug 11, 2018

I want to start my application

what do i need

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by coconuthead(m): 7:56pm On Aug 11, 2018

Hello Landed seniors, Please could someone tell me a little bit about the chances of immigrant HR professionals in Canada. Ive got 7 years recruiting and HR generalist (financial services industry) experience with international certifications. I would be glad if I'm connected to any landed HR professional. BTW, I'm still hoping to pass medicals.

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Dwebb55: 9:57pm On Aug 11, 2018

ofofomedia:
I want to start my application

what do i need

Start to read from page 0!

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Utonne: 10:28am On Aug 12, 2018

PefHouse:
Good day All,

Please who has the email address or contact information of Ballerz, I need him to help process an FRSC driving experience letter. Ibelieve he is off the forum as I dont see any activity on his moniker lately. Kindly PM me

Cheers

Saw it on this thread. It’s adeballer@gmail.com

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Teoyube1: 2:42pm On Aug 12, 2018

Hi,
I'm just wondering how long it took you from AOR to PPR as you currently live in the UK. I reside in the UK as well on a tier 2 and got AOR in June.
Response will be appreciated

pmag22:
Please how is west jet airline ? especially flights from UK to Canada?
@dupyshoo,@salford,salford1,@blackbuddy,@maternal.

Thank you

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by vcole: 3:51pm On Aug 12, 2018

Hi everyone.

@pmag2018, i flew air canada from London to Calgary, service was really good. Westjet is usually cheapest from gatwick to major cities like Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary et al. It's a 8.5hr flight. I don't think you would have any issues. It is a buget airline, so no in flight entertainment and you may need to pay for your meal in flight if you want. In addition, you would pay for your luggage. From the UK, it'll be $/£25 for your first bag and $/£35 for the second. I've flown westjet for domestic flights as well as to Mexico. They are okay, not luxurious but would get you from point A to B without a dent in your pocket.

@sweetrie, I would advice that you obtain your drivers license before moving to Canada. Since your spouse would be commuting, it would be better for you to have a license that would allow you drive if need be. With a class 7 license here, you can't drive without a class 5 holder in the front seat. When your naija license hits the 1yr mark from date of issue, you can then take the test and apply for a class 5 basic (gdl) license.

@ everyone asking about expired licenses, your expired license would be accepted for gdl exemption as long as it is the frsc biometric one and has the required driving experience for exemption. For the person who asked about the temporary license (as long as the first issue date on it is same as the first issue date on the expired license then that's fine), personally I wouldn't bother giving them the temporary license.

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Walmun(f): 5:46pm On Aug 12, 2018

Hi good people,

Quick question please, my AOR is 5 February, and I am yet to hear back. It's been 6 months now. My Gcms notes looks normal.

Question- is there anything I should be doing? Can I send a reminder to London office? How do I go about it, if yes?

Kindly let me know the next steps to take to get them to attend to my file. We are a family of three with a Canadian child.

Thank you!!

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by sweetrie(f): 6:03pm On Aug 12, 2018

vcole:
Hi everyone.
@sweetrie

Thank you very much

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by agates: 6:29pm On Aug 12, 2018

Walmun:
Hi good people,

Quick question please, my AOR is 5 February, and I am yet to hear back. It's been 6 months now. My Gcms notes looks normal.

Question- is there anything I should be doing? Can I send a reminder to London office? How do I go about it, if yes?

Kindly let me know the next steps to take to get them to attend to my file. We are a family of three with a Canadian child.

Thank you!!

Send London an email. Raise CSE

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Las0607: 6:53pm On Aug 12, 2018

Seniors in the house please assist respond to this inquiry

Las0607:
Dear All,
I need your opinion on this , I have bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering and MBA. Have over 11 years experience working in the commercial banking sector. Wife has Bachelors degree in computer science. Which route is better between Express entry or going for a masters degree in Engineering or a PHD in management?how easy is it for one to get an engineering job as a foreigner or a management job.

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 6:59pm On Aug 12, 2018

Jewel80:

I know they have a website and i did check. Just confused about something i would want those who have used the airline to help explain. Is my first time flying, pardon my questions. The website says free baggage allowed is 2 units, then restriction is 23kg...am confused if is 23kg per unit or the two units together must not weigh more than 23kg.

each 23kg total 46kg

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by rainazoe: 7:03pm On Aug 12, 2018

@vcole Hey Mama. I intend to have my baby in early 2019 but can't prove 3 months residency because I returned to Naija after landing and would likely return to Naija shortly after having my baby too so would likely pay cash

I know you answered a similar question but I can't locate the response but how do I go about it. Do you also advise that I use midwives? Thanks

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by randomqn: 8:39pm On Aug 12, 2018

Hello guys , trust you are all doing great

Pls is it really important to submit the HST/GST Credit form in the year you became a PR?

i.e the form, that asks for you and your spouse income for the last 2 years b4 coming to Canada

Thanks
Cc: all the seniors

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Chicituababe: 12:55am On Aug 13, 2018

Hello guys.
Please can someone help me with a link or site to get affordable and pocket friendly accomodation for rent in canada. Preferably Alberta or Toronto.
Thanks

Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Blackbuddy: 3:20am On Aug 13, 2018

CEloka:
Hello everyone. Please I have a question. We intend landing at the end of January next year. However, my driver's license is expiring ending of February. Is it possible to conclude the G2 driving test within a space of one month before my license expires? Or is it better to get a new license reissued? cc; @salford1 @blackbuddy @Ballerz and anyone else please

Hi, it is possible to conclude the G1 and G2 within a month depending on your ability to pass them in that time. Once you present your valid Nigerian drivers licence as soon as you land and register for the G1, you wont need to present it again even if you don't get to G2 within a month. All the best.

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Blackbuddy: 3:39am On Aug 13, 2018

jobaltol:
Hello guys,
I want to thank you for assisting fellow nigerians to settle down in Canada. God bless you.
I am a Nigerian trained veterinarian with a nigerian masters in food animal medicine and a UK masters degree in global health and development. I will be landing in Canada in September.
1) Please what are the cities that have good job opportunities available for veterinarians or people with my background (vet with global health ) in Canada. Indeed.ca, eluta.ca, workopolis are just a few of the job search sites that can help you check various cities and determine which have the most opportunities for your field
2) I have an expired driver's license (2016) obtained in Nigeria. Do i have to obtain an international driver's license to facilitate my driver's license permit in Canada. If yes, how can I go about obtaining the international driver's license in Nigeria. International drivers licence is not required to drive or get licensed in Canada, don't bother with it. Instead, you will have to process and obtain a valid Nigerian driving licence or licence of whatever country where you are currently driving and bring with you. You can drive with your valid foreign drivers licence for 3 weeks in most provinces but the moment you present it for processing to get a Canadian licence, you can't use it in Canada anymore. You will then have to wait until a class of licence that allows you drive here
3) Are there any bridging programs for foreign-trained veterinarians in Canada? Yes, check this, https://cvo.org/For-Applicants/Applicant-Types/Internationally-Trained-Veterinarians.aspx and this http://canadianimmigrant.ca/careers-and-education/veterinary-medicine

Hi, I hope the responses above are useful to you.
Thank you as you help me out.
@blackbuddy @adeballerz @thecongo2 @fusion23 @maternal etc

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Blackbuddy: 3:40am On Aug 13, 2018

Chicituababe:
Hello guys.
Please can someone help me with a link or site to get affordable and pocket friendly accomodation for rent in canada. Preferably Alberta or Toronto.
Thanks

Hi, 4rent.ca, viewit.ca and kijiji.ca are just a few that can get you started.

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