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Good evening, finally an official member of this thread, no more peeping �
We are headed for Winnipeg. I intend to switch careers to either HR or Nursing, any suggestions/ideas?

You know you can devote time and read/prepare for PMP straight up yeah? I think it's better instead of doing CAPM then doing PMP afterwards.

I think with dedication, you can pass your PMP without necessarily having experience in projects.

Adunnee:
Hi. Thanks for reposting. I did some research and I got some answers though.

CAPM exam will be right for me since I don't have PM experience. CAPM is the entry level certification, more like a junior brother/sister of PMP.

There are jobs and the skills are in demand. I'm currently checking the prevalent provinces.

I can take the training in Nigeria (online/classroom) to cover for 23hours formal training in PM since I don't have 1500 hours of experience as a PM which is a critical requirement for CAPM exam.

I can use it as a standalone profession or merge it with my current profession depending on the job requirement or the role I'm applying for.

Both CAPM and PMP certifications are globally recognised.

Gec8:
You know you can devote time and read/prepare for PMP straight up yeah? I think it's better instead of doing CAPM then doing PMP afterwards.

I think with dedication, you can pass your PMP without necessarily having experience in projects.

And how is she going to get a job with just PMP but without the required experience, or am I missing something? since one of the requirement of pmp certification is to have atleast 3 years of work experience in PM.

Gec8:
I think with dedication, you can pass your PMP without necessarily having experience in projects.

Correction, you need 7500 hours of on-the-job experience managing projects to even register for pmp not to talk of pass the exam. I think the first responder already mentioned that hence the capm option

Thank you so much for this detailed explanation.

Claire18:
I came in with ogbono n egusi ungrinded. The grinded one reduces its flavour n potency, esp for Ogbono. There will surely be a grinder for it. Both mechanical and electric. Then, my Ogiri was in white plastic cups that look like Relaxer I couldn't transfer to a transparent one cos it could sour. I just labelled it "Fermented oil seeds. Then also put a tag " Flavouring" just in case an officer opens it and thinks its rotten. If possible, put all in transparent cups and bags.

Thank you!

19CannyMum:
put dawadawa inside plastic bottle (table water). seal the top with cellophane before covering

Thank you!

Hotstepper:
If you can, by a day or before travel, air them or put in fridge then package a night before your travel...wrap up and out final product in a ziplock bag

TITILOLA88:
Good evening, finally an official member of this thread, no more peeping �
We are headed for Winnipeg. I intend to switch careers to either HR or Nursing, any suggestions/ideas?

Basically, a matter of choice,Nursing is sure, with 2yrs of study you can become a LPN, and if you wouldn't mind ,with initial six months,you get HCA first,then you can work with that ,while you study for LPN.

Gec8:
You know you can devote time and read/prepare for PMP straight up yeah? I think it's better instead of doing CAPM then doing PMP afterwards.

I think with dedication, you can pass your PMP without necessarily having experience in projects.

Please tell me more. How do I achieve that? I don't have the required PM experience. Though I've led teams within the last few years, to achieve job tasks. Can this qualify as PM experience?

Merovingian:
Correction, you need 7500 hours of on-the-job experience managing projects to even register for pmp not to talk of pass the exam. I think the first responder already mentioned that hence the capm option

Yeah or 4500 hours and 3 years experience if you have Bachelors or higher degree.

salford1:
And how is she going to get a job with just PMP but without the required experience, or am I missing something? since one of the requirement of pmp certification is to have atleast 3 years of work experience in PM.

Yeah. At that level, employers would expect you to have actual PMP experience.

Adunnee:
Please tell me more. How do I achieve that? I don't have the required PM experience. Though I've led teams within the last few years, to achieve job tasks. Can this qualify as PM experience?

My dear, I have registered and I am scheduled to write the exam later this year. I am not a Project Engineer. There are ways around all these things. Read well and work with exam simulations and you will pass. You just need to know the hours to put for the knowledge areas, then pay your exam fee.

I am in the same shoes as you. However, I have done my PM training which gives certain hours to key in the PMI website. My trainer also provided ways to fill in all the requisite info, hence scheduling my exam. I know folks that wrote and passed without being project managers for one day. Ask yourself what you want. For me, Ii want the PMP certification FIRSTLY. All other questions about actual experience can follow suit.

My two kobos sha. Goodluck

XX01:
Hi, I don't have access to my email anymore. Can't even remember the name I used.

Ma'am How are you doing?

Just checking on you!

Calvary!!!

Bracha:
Hello,

Thank you so much for your landing gist, I found the tips and the pictures really helpful.

I have some questions for you, please indulge me as I be jjc lol

Did you travel with Egusi, Ogbọlọ, dawadawa/ògiri opeyi?

If you did, did you grind them here before going?

If you didn't grind them here, how do you intend doing so there? Are there blenders that can do the job as well as the grinders we use here?

Thanks.

I agree with what others have said, seriously consider going straight for the PMP. You don't have to have a PM title to meet the project management experience. To fulfill this, you need to have performed PM tasks that fall under the process groups (IN, PL, EX, MC & CL) From the bolded part below (how many years of experience do you have doing this?), I'd think you may have the required hours. You can download an application guide online to help you break down your hours or PM me for the one I used

Adunnee:
Please tell me more. How do I achieve that? I don't have the required PM experience. Though I've led teams within the last few years, to achieve job tasks. Can this qualify as PM experience?

'Others' advised against her going straight for PMP. I am the one asking her to go straight for it. Who no go no know

nomad26:
I agree with what others have said, seriously consider going straight for the PMP. You don't have to have a PM title to meet the project management experience. To fulfill this, you need to have performed PM tasks that fall under the process groups (IN, PL, EX, MC & CL) From the bolded part below (how many years of experience do you have doing this?), I'd think you may have the required hours. You can download an application guide online to help you break down your hours or PM me for the one I used

Gec8:
'Others' advised against her going straight for PMP. I am the one asking her to go straight for it. Who no go no know

I know what you are suggesting, but It's not about who no go no go know .

Hiring managers (PMs in whatever industry one is in) can see and smell BS when screening resumes or during interviews. That is why i said getting the experience is major not the certification.
Nomad 26 gave a good advice though since Adunni gave an insight about her work experience.

Tantolu:
Basically, a matter of choice,Nursing is sure, with 2yrs of study you can become a LPN, and if you wouldn't mind ,with initial six months,you get HCA first,then you can work with that ,while you study for LPN.

Please is a science background a requirement for Nursing in Canada?

nomad26:
I agree with what others have said, seriously consider going straight for the PMP. You don't have to have a PM title to meet the project management experience. To fulfill this, you need to have performed PM tasks that fall under the process groups (IN, PL, EX, MC & CL) From the bolded part below (how many years of experience do you have doing this?), I'd think you may have the required hours. You can download an application guide online to help you break down your hours or PM me for the one I used

Thank you for the pointers. 6 years.

Gec8:
My dear, I have registered and I am scheduled to write the exam later this year. I am not a Project Engineer. There are ways around all these things. Read well and work with exam simulations and you will pass. You just need to know the hours to put for the knowledge areas, then pay your exam fee.

I am in the same shoes as you. However, I have done my PM training which gives certain hours to key in the PMI website. My trainer also provided ways to fill in all the requisite info, hence scheduling my exam. I know folks that wrote and passed without being project managers for one day. Ask yourself what you want. For me, Ii want the PMP certification FIRSTLY. All other questions about actual experience can follow suit.

My two kobos sha. Goodluck

Thank you.

pyruvateluv:
Please is a science background a requirement for Nursing in Canada?

I don't think so, but I believe you may have to offer and pass some prerequisite courses.

My face literally when I see Landing gist and yours is so detailed ...

Thank God for journey mercies and i wish you all the best ....




[quote author=Claire18 post=80581112][b]Landing

Claire18:
Landing gist

So our trip ( I and my Husband) was booked 100 days before…now it was the d-day July 17th 2019. We had intentions to cargo, then later changed our minds to go with 4 boxes 23kg, by the time I had packed in the foodstuffs, I was 3 boxes full, with the 4th box half full with foodstuffs.� I had to let go of the foods and pack some clothes, shoes, mini blanket, personal care items etc. I used the generic some list provided on the tread then added other foodstuffs that I love as an Oriaku. Ugba, Abacha, Ogiri, Ukwa etc . The Ukwa weight no b small, I had two bags, had to forfeit one and schedule for Cargo. I learnt that my Cargo can come much later, even after 3 months, so far the invoice was stamped. This made sense, cos I didn’t seem to understand how I will be carrying so much luggage to an Airbnb. Whilst packing, I had bought 2 cargo long sacks, and was putting clothes n sweaters that would be sent via cargo later in it.

Wednesday JULY 17th
We virtually didn’t sleep the night before as I began last minute packing.� That was when I knew that 23kg is so minute. We had the normal glass body scale. The idea was to weigh you, then carry the suitcase, then subtract. Of course, it was my Husband that did all the macho work. The scale records each measurement also, so a single person can do solo. Also, I was getting an Airbnb same time.
Ethiopia Flight was for 1:40pm, My parents showed up around past 8. Left in a hurry at around 9am. It was an hour drive. Got in 10:10am, We had 4 checked-in suitcases, 2 hand luggage, 2 schoolbags (laptops in it) and of course my hand bag. The airport scanner at the entrance stopped 2 food boxes, my Mum n I went to understand whatsup. A lady asked my to put the box on the platform n open it, asking me the contents. I told her foodstuffs, they looked up n saw my mum, n asked if its Mama that has the box…My Mum said its hers…They allowed me to go o. And said if I was asked, I should say its clothes….I didn’t know how I can lie that kian lie, cos the moment u open my box eh, the soup smell u will get is enough convincing. My Mum just rogered the woman some change that surprised the Woman,,@N400 n said she was coming back. So luckily, that how I escaped the Agric people�…weighed the luggage, all on point, within the range. 22, 23.5, 24, 23.7….good to go! No queue at all. Please come early as much as possible, cos just 30 mins after, the queue I saw was scary. W used the remaining time to eat our last naija meal for now. Meanwhile, I was able to change naira to CAD easily at the BCD @ N285 which wasn’t bad instead of stressing with USD. 350CAD = N99,750. I withdrew 100k from an atm closeby n case closed. That was enough for holding. Took pictures n said goodbyes. My brother inlaws called us to wait for them before we get in to board. My Parents were in full disagreement n told us to start going as the attendant had told us 12pm boarding. It was 12:15pm. We asked the boarding officials if we can see my inlaws..he said we should note the boarding time on out tickets; 12:55pm. So we kukuma waited n took pictures when they came, We had to go outside cos it was a large convoy. 12:40…ran back in to board. Little did we know the journey to the plane was long n had its own process. At some point we started jogging, to meet up with 12:55 at the gate. I gave all my nairas to my Mum before boarding, so nothing for the glorified askers. We made it!!!! We won’t be doing this kian James Bond anytime soon. My Sis had slightly missed her flight to US, n had to pay more money for another flight, that wasn’t an option for us ooo. Food was okay to me, inflight entertainment was okay. Just that both flights didn’t have enough leg room. I made a friend on the second leg: Ethiopian to Toronto, she sat beside me with her handsome baby boy, that never cried all through the trip! Somehow, we were all headed to Calgary.

Thursday JULY 18th
Arrived Toronto, Immigration was super slow…normal questions asked. Then proceeded to baggage claim, then went to customs (CBSA) to let them know I have goods to follow. I tried to print the goods to follow @ our airport they told me 1k per sheet….I thanked them n walked away. I just wrote the list on a normal jotter, the official transferred it to a form n asked me to write the CAD value, n that was all. I categorized it in sections …Food items CAD000, Clothing and Shoes…, Personal Care Items….. Books….Tools…. You don’t need to spell out the individual item. I noticed a large scanner beside the official as another official was scanning a traveler. I just prayed to avoid being searched; I had 2 pepsi bottles of Palm oil. I didn’t freeze it; advice from an aunt in Immigration. That NDLEA guys might assume I have drugs in it. So I asked for directions to Air Canada from the CBSA official, n he pointed to a door, that was how I told him thank you n zoomed out of the baggage search area.
Air Canada stressed me no b SMALL. They couldn’t see my booking. I had arrived around past 8 n had given enough time for Calgary @11am. I didn’t have a address, and I didn’t want to use a FRIEND’s, so the CBSA officer gave me a form to update my address n fax or mail back. My Friend in Edmonton, that used a friend’s address has to update her address, everywhere she had filled in her friend’s place. The CBSA officer was done with me @ 10am. With all my rush, We missed the flight. I kept going up n down, from counter 6, to counter 2 n back. Decided to separate queues. My Husband stayed on the queue for boarding, while I stayed on a queue for tickets. The next flight available was for 8:45pm! Mba Mba, I no gree o. But I took it anyways, n quickly met my husband at the tip of the queue. I smiled to the attendant n asked her to book us down for standby. Our luggages were tagged n weighed. She gave us a 12:40pm ticket! And we still sat side by side. Flight was tiring, another 4 hours ..even though on the ticket, It appears to be 2 hours. That’s the queer thing about time difference. We just took the free drinks, then water. Already knew that food wasn’t free. We arrived Calgary, n waited for our baggages. Got tired n decided to go to the Baggage inquiry with our luggage tags. Unfortunately, our checked –in luggages didn’t get d memo on time, was coming with the 8:45pm flight. We were told to expect it tomorrow, n I dropped our Airbnb address and a friend’s number as phone contact. I noticed my airtel lost signal since. The delivery was totally free.
It really good to know someone on ground o, cos navigation isn’t easy at all especially if its your first time like me n hubby. My Husband’s cousin had referred us to a family friend that can help out. This guy was just an ANGEL! He picked us up from the airport, took us to an Indian restaurant, we ate real food! Then drove us to our Airbnb. That was when we knew the place was far from Calgary. I had used a price range for Calgary, somehow, didn’t know how I scrolled past n landed in Didsbury(45 mins private drive from Downtown) @ $100 for 3 nights. Luckily, it wasn’t a month booking. The area is a lil town with a massive green area. The wind was cold whilst still sunny. Weird!

Thursday to Sunday JULY 18th to 21st
The Airbnb in Didsbury was a basement suite with a private bathroom. The room was cold even with the heaters. The Host was nice, We kept missing each other, but she put notes to every important thing like coffee, pancakes/bagels n Netflix. She even said she had made spaghetti whilst we slept, to grab some n eat…O boy, that one, no thank you. Our luggage arrived the next day, they had called our friend, who then called us via WhatsApp to get the door. It was raining n the cold was crazy! I ran back inside even with my sweater on n allowed my Husband to carry the boxes in. We survived on fried ukwa and groundnuts. Our Host was a Board game master. She has about 107 games, we played a lil before we left on Sunday.
Our friend still insisted on picking us up!� We were so happy cos our Host told me that she doubts about getting an get an Uber in the area. So he did come, long drive back to town, we had an appointment with a landlord, went very well. We signed the lease, to begin Aug 1. Meanwhile, we weren’t sure of when we could move in, we were told a week after, so the new Airbnb was 6 nights @ $146. Right now, might have to get another Airbnb till month end which is 4 nights, unless the tenant leaves this weekend. We went grocery shopping for some snacks n toiletries at a Superstore nearby. He took us to his house, had a joyous dinner of Jollof Rice, Turkey n Salad. His beautiful wife even arranged a take away pack on our way. That was breakfast the next day.

Sunday 21st to date
[b][/b]Our Host is from Georgia and has few Naija friends. He is a friendly fellow n very chatty. He was happy to have us around. The room here was warmer and on a top floor. We slept well without a blanket.
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[b]Monday was our first experience using the Calgary Transit to down town. Bus was $3.40. I put in $10, expecting change….that was when it hit me…No change in the transit. The $3.20 pained me cos I felt duped. Wasn’t going to make the same mistake coming back. We got to Service Canada for our SIN, then walked to CCIS, wasn’t funny. We first walked to 11th Ave SE, then figured it was SW, had to walk backwards, then beyond. We opened a new file there, n was briefed on our entitlements n packages. Was scheduled for an Employment counselling for next week. We couldn’t do our health cards (1138) Locating 1138 from 1111 wasn’t easy, no one to ask, everyone says goggle it. Unfortunately, we hadn’t gotten new sim cards, so we did it the hard way. Walked back up to where we knew and saw the 302 bus logo (6th Ave) to get a bus back to the Airbnb. The yams on my legs grew an inch thicker that day.

Tuesday was better…was scheduled for sim card and bank opening. We checked google map, It was a straight walk…TD, Freedom, then RBC for 20mins. So we chose to walk n gist. Pedestrians are the bosses here, we learnt that one on Monday, downtown. The cars will stop for you even before you consider crossing the road. It was around past 12pm, We were booked for a 4pm appointment @TD, so headed to Freedom Mobile. We chose Freedom mobile, paid $74 for sim card, data package n tax, subsequently, next 11 months will be charged @ $50 for 14gigs. You get this discount only in store n when you register a debit or credit card. The cashier used his credit card digits, while we paid him cash. You can check online for the compatibility of your phone with the network. I chose RBC, while my hubby chose TD. We wanted a variety of option. So, always opt for the Newcomers account for the discounts.
RBC offered unlimited everything for 1 year… then $10.95 per month on the chequing account. Also opened a savings account with no charge at all. Debit card to arrive later. Got a void cheque for my future employer as well as the direct deposit for the GST. Opened a USD account, and did a $100 bill deposit to test run it. I can toss the USD to the CAD account easily within the app and online banking.
TD offered less, no transaction charge for 6 months…then $15.95 monthly or downgrade to a package of $3.95 or $10.95 per month which is limited to just 12/25 transactions per month. Got a debit card immediately. Also opened a USD account with no charges too. A credit card of $500 will be available in 2 weeks. Its just good to have it to build credit history, avoid getting higher limits that tempt o. Please ask for clarification whilst opening the accounts, they have all the time to listen, its their work ni.
Do research before choosing, cos the process is not like ours in Naija, there are other banks to choose from, whichever works for you. Best Advice is to avoid credit cards from malls like Walmart, Canadian tyres etc. I have heard it from 3 different folks. Stick to banks alone.

Wednesday, around 1am woke up early, as I had fallen asleep after the walks around 6pm. Decided to write my experience so far. I will post the GST application to Winnipeg (to receive $70 every 3 months), and send my house address to CBSA via fax (Cargo Update). So, we have anunderstanding with the Landlord (Lady)…Onye Anambra, will try n transfer the rent n DD today, as we have set up bank accounts. I will also pick up my sim today or tomorrow…another $73 and wait for a phone ordered from kijiji.ca. The one we used yesterday (HUAWEI) is slightly compatible (data n text only). With the number gotten, we were able to add it in our bank opening accounts. These first days are cash intensive…so be ready. The update of Resumes begins today, as we have mobile numbers n home address now. Lemme try n sleep back. Everyday is a journey. Hoping for the Best!... love from Calgary❤❤❤…

am also from anambra ...obosi precisely ..

Please can u explain dis further what is HCA and LPN and is Nursing for two years

Basically, a matter of choice,Nursing is sure, with 2yrs of study you can become a LPN, and if you wouldn't mind ,with initial six months,you get HCA first,then you can work with that ,while you study for LPN.[/quote]

Hello house, does anyone know if there are airlines that allow travel on canada PR visa with less than 6months valid international passport...someone is looking for this option as it's become a tug of war renewing passports in Nigeria

Adunnee:
Hi. Thanks for reposting. I did some research and I got some answers though.

CAPM exam will be right for me since I don't have PM experience. CAPM is the entry level certification, more like a junior brother/sister of PMP.

There are jobs and the skills are in demand. I'm currently checking the prevalent provinces.

I can take the training in Nigeria (online/classroom) to cover for 23hours formal training in PM since I don't have 1500 hours of experience as a PM which is a critical requirement for CAPM exam.

I can use it as a standalone profession or merge it with my current profession depending on the job requirement or the role I'm applying for.

Both CAPM and PMP certifications are globally recognised.

Sent you a pm dear. E joor

Shinningstar201:
https://www.nairaland.com/4933819/living-canada-life-canadian-immigrant/68#76116713

Thanks a lot

portablesuzy:
Please can u explain dis further what is HCA and LPN and is Nursing for two years

Basically, a matter of choice,Nursing is sure, with 2yrs of study you can become a LPN, and if you wouldn't mind ,with initial six months,you get HCA first,then you can work with that ,while you study for LPN.

.

HCA-Health Care Aide
LPN-Licenced Practical Nurse
RN- Registered Nurse.

I think google can finish the assignment from here...

Good day house ,

Lagos-London-Calgary on BA and Air Canada...(with Nigerian Passport)...and need for Transit Visa?


secondly,
Has anyone flown Air Canada from London to Calgary recently.

what's the experience like?

Thanks

Gec8:
My dear, I have registered and I am scheduled to write the exam later this year. I am not a Project Engineer. There are ways around all these things. Read well and work with exam simulations and you will pass. You just need to know the hours to put for the knowledge areas, then pay your exam fee.

I am in the same shoes as you. However, I have done my PM training which gives certain hours to key in the PMI website. My trainer also provided ways to fill in all the requisite info, hence scheduling my exam. I know folks that wrote and passed without being project managers for one day. Ask yourself what you want. For me, Ii want the PMP certification FIRSTLY. All other questions about actual experience can follow suit.

My two kobos sha. Goodluck

Hi please if you have prince2 will it be recognised in Canada being that pmp is more dominant in north America?

jossy26:
Hello house, does anyone know if there are airlines that allow travel on canada PR visa with less than 6months valid international passport...someone is looking for this option as it's become a tug of war renewing passports in Nigeria

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I will advice you to face that 'tug of war' and renew the passport in Nigeria,before you leave... if its already less than 6 months..because the cost of going to Ottawa for renewal from some destination outside Ontario is not funny,besides (I heard) the process at Ottawa get as e be too....It's not easy to be a Nigerian.

jossy26:
Hello house, does anyone know if there are airlines that allow travel on canada PR visa with less than 6months valid international passport...someone is looking for this option as it's become a tug of war renewing passports in Nigeria

Do some airlines not accept such? I remember having less than 5 months on my I.Passport, it wasn't a problem, or maybe i didn't even know it was a problem. I flew Air Maroc though.