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40manlappy:
I don't have a referral but I noticed that Indeed and Monster posted some open positions in Regina recently. You may also connect with recruiters on LinkedIn. All the best.

Ok....thanks Bro...I have applied for most of them but I always look for more hence the reason I wrote this.Thanks once again!

Please is there anyone in Regina that can help with a referral for Sales or Banking job?Kindly let me know so I can PM you my Resume.Thanks.

GlitteringStar:
Nice! Enjoy Canny land.

Thanks!

olajide21:
Go and prosper in the land!!!

Amen and thank you!

salford1:
Welcome to Saskatchewan, Land of the Living Skies!

Thanks Boss!

vcole:
@CAstruggle and soja84 welcome to Canada. May you find favourable paths.

Amen and thank you!

40manlappy:
@CAstruggle @soja84 Congratulations!

Thanks Bro

Nwandy218:
Hi Soja84, does Ethiopian airways provide bassinet/cot for infants onboard?

Don't know...We didn't ask.Cheers

Part 2.....


So we got to Toronto around 8am Canadian Time on Saturday and we had a flight for 8.50am to Regina.The 1st Lady we met at the desk (Don't know what They are called) asked for the amount we brought in and if we had dairy products. Told her 9.5k USD and dried smoked fish.She also asked if we were still shipping things in at a latter date. She wrote down the amount,gave us back our COPR and told us to proceed to meet the immigration guys.We met a small queue there probably because it was a Saturday.


My friend was the 1st family to see the immigration guy who was a white guy....he was very nice to them.Asked them how much they brought to which they answered (7.5k USD ).The guy said he didn't need to see it and was very friendly with them. Had plenty gist with them as we watched on.

Then came my turn,the voice said 'Next'...was the only black man there.Wasn't friendly at all,was asking different stories (who's the Principal Applicant,how much funds ,where are we staying etc)...well,no big deal since he was doing his job.Next thing,he asked again,how much are you bringing to Canada in Cash which I responded by saying 9.5k USD. Then he said,I gonna have to see the cash and count!I just told my wife to bring what was with her (since we already split the money into 2 cos of Naija airport).The moment he saw that I brought the money out,he changed the story to 'I hope you realise the money is not enough for your stay to which I responded that we have money in our account and that a have the statement to show for it.
He then said,Ok calculate all you have in the account and cash and tell me,to which I answered 19k CAD.
Then he said go and sit down and wait for me.I was like....I hope say this guy no dy plan to send me back to Naija for another 24-26hrs flight!
Luckily, he called is after 15mins when my friend was already long done!Told us to sign our COPR,gave us our copies back and said welcome to Canada.Even people that didn't know us came and we're asking questions that all the whites that attended to them were so friendly.Only asked for the amount they brought in and told them specifically that they didn't need to see it.


By the time we were done with them,we had already missed our flight to Regina.They put us on the next flight which was for 4.40pm(Toronto time ) so we had to wait at the airport for about 6hours or so.


Got to Regina around 8.30pm....my friend came,picked us up and also organised 2 extra cabs for us.We already ordered 2 car seats before coming so that my friend will be able to carry the kids.The weather was minus 29 whem we landed so we had to quickly change to our shubushakers(huge winter boots) right from the airport make man nor go die!lol.We proceeded to his house and moved to the houses we already paid for before landing after 2days.


On Monday,we opened our Bank accounts,got our SINs,bought phones we're now settling in small small o.Also visited Regina Open Door society yesterday and they were so helpful. We plan to visit Catholic society and YMCA too on Monday as they were recommended by the Regina Open Door Society guys.


I hope say my story no too long...lol....Just say make I share my story.


A wonderful thank you to everyone on this thread for all the info!God bless you all!This is a dream come true for me!Thanks once again.

Dear All,we finally travelled on Friday(2nd of Feb) and landed on the 3rd(Saturday ) via Ethiopian Airlines.


I travelled with my family (Wife and Child ) and my friend with his wife and Child too.That makes us 2 families(2guys,2,wives and 2 boys!).The 2 boys will be 2years by May.

Flight was for 13.40pm(Nigerian Time),so we got there around 9.30.Started with excess luggages as 3 out of our 5 bags were above 23kg. They were actually between 24 and 25kg.We had to remove some stuffs to make the weight limit .My friend's 5 bags were all overweight so they had to buy one GMG bag and return one box which made the load reduce.
Overall,the guys at the counter were nice and assisted us in sorting ourselves out.We didn't have any foodstuff seized, infact we were not asked at Lagos Airport.Please go there with 500naira notes for 'Happy New Year' and I'm sure you'll be fine.

In-flight entertainment was ok.Food wasn't bad too but most of us couldn't eat it. However, that wasn't due to bad quality.In all,the Hostesses were very nice as our boys were so handful and were practically screaming and disturbing everyone due to plenty energy!Once one is asleep and quiet, the other would start his own drama.But the hostesses were nice and understanding.Apart from the food that we couldnt really eat,we had a good time with every other thing.The plenty extras,snacks,wine,beer etc especially if you're a fan sha, lol.Intact,we got tired of it!


We got to Addis Ababa around 7pm (Nigerian Time,9pm Addis Ababa) time.They didn't ask for our foodstuffs or anything,just normal checking in of hand luggages.Spent 2hours there and had to deal with another round of stress from the boys!


Boarded the plane to Toronto by 9pm,Nigerian Time (11 Addis Ababa time) and then the long journey began!We got to Dublin after about 8hours to refuel while some passengers disembarked.That was the 1st time,I started feeling the cold,just opening of the aircraft!We waited for one hour there.After the 1hour wait which felt like 3hours,we started another 7.25hrs journey to Toronto.

To be continued.....

Blackbuddy:
Hi, the NOC doesn't have to be the same. You can modify your career of choice or make a complete switch when you land. All the best to you and your spouse.

@Blackbuddy.....I sent you a PM.Please I still await your response.Thanks.

Blackbuddy:
I just responded to your PM. Let's see if we can resolve the challenge.

@Blackbuddy, I sent you a PM yesterday.Kindly respond,Thanks.

Rocorleone:
Got the int'l driver's licence before travelling though. Cost 12k. And for the FRSC Letter, I got mom handle it. She got it on my behalf and sent it via DHL. I hope this answers your questions

Yes thanks.

Rocorleone:
@Feygbe, @vcole, @blackbuddy and other knowledgeable folks. I've just got my letter of experience from FRSC, an international driver's licence and my expired nat'l driver's licence. What is the next step to apply for the Canadian driver's licence?
I'm in BC though

Hi....Please can you assist with the process of getting the FRSC letter?Please let me know if your contact can help.How much did you get the international driver's licence? Thanks.

Blackbuddy:
Everything you need to know about child benefits in Canada can be found at this link, https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-child-benefit-overview.html

Thanks Boss!

honey86:
Child benefit is for all children in Canada and it's calculated based on the age of the child and family income. You don't have a choice as long as you file your taxes.Daycare subsidy is to help with the cost of daycare, you have to apply for that one and it's also based on income.

Please what supporting documents are needed to claim child benefit?Thanks.

czaratwork:
Try travelpaddy.com. go to their site

Please has anyone used Ethiopian Airlines before that can give me review about them?It's about the cheapest and am worried because of the price compared to even egyptair.I don't mind using a slightly higher price if one will get better comfort.Make I no go dey pennywise but poundfoolish.Please help the needy.

FSOFF:
hello house,
please how long on the average does it take to get PUM from Accra VO, Thanks.

Hi...it takes between a day and maybe 2 weeks.My status changed to approved 2 Fridays ago and as at last week Friday,I didnt get a pick up Mail hence I had to send a mail to accraimmigration@international.gc.ca and I got my PUM in 2hrs after sending the mail.Finally got my Passports and copr this Monday.So if your status has been approved,you can send a mail.

czaratwork:
Try travelpaddy.com. go to their site

Thanks Boss

Snappyfingaz:
None of those international airlines will fly to Regina but you can book the flight and you'd always be reconnected from Toronto or else to Regina via any of the local airlines. I'd advise you use Flighthub. They will even suggest cheaper options for you but might be different date from what you really want.

Thanks a lot.

Ugoeloka:
hello @SOJA84... Can I please get the contact for Egypt air? I will like to contact them as regards travelling to canada

Hi...just got your message.Lagos numbers:01-2712307,01-2712308 for reservation.01-2624407 for airport.However,I called the Abuja number,08188880883 or 08188880884.

Hi All.....I just got our Passports back and COPR today.We plan to travel in February but we intend to book our tickets this month because of price.Destination is Regina but I haven't been able to get any direct flight there hence I intend to use travelstart.I even called egyptair but was told they don't fly to Regina directly.When I checked through travelstart,You'll fly egyptair to Toronto,then connect aircanada to Regina.However,I'm worried about this travelstart issue that I just read.We have a toddler who can be very handful and I can't imagine him in this kind of situation.Please any idea on the best way to book these tickets without going through this kind of experience, guys?I will really appreciate you response.Thanks.

yokus:
@Ballerz Wow... i imagined the whole thing in my mind. Wow, very very interesting read.
I have 1st hand experience with travelstart to, if you know that you may change ur flight or alter or even miss buy directly from the airline, frog jump away from travelstart. Once i paid for their extra services of getting refund and na story- total waste. I just had a baby and i didnt have their time
The "i returned to my House as refugee" part was so funny.

Hi...Congrats.Please how long did it take for you to get the 'Pick Up mail' after submission of your passport?My application has been approved,I have also been assigned document number but am yet to get the 'Pick Up mail'.



quote author=fabdee post=60355491]Signed...Sealed...Delivered! I officially welcome myself to this thread . Come october, I'm off to Edmonton! Let somebody shout hallelujah!!! [/quote]

Ok..thanks...sent you a PM


quote author=Blackbuddy post=60204503]

You can check your email address registered with Nairaland, I've reached out to you.[/quote]

@Blackbuddy..Good job you doing both here and on 'Living in Canada' thread.Got PPR last month and sent my passports on d 31st.
Will lyk to ask you some questions about where am moving to.Please how can I contact you?


quote author=Blackbuddy post=60189274]

Using the parcel tracking number you got from the embassy, you could call VFS to enquire. But the time gap between Thursday that it is being sent and Friday that you are expecting it is pretty close, you might have to reschedule your flight.[/quote]

Thanks

GlitteringStar:
Congratulations @EfeOgheneMaro and Soja84

Thanks Ma'am

Hephgirl:
I celebrate with you soja84

Thanks a lot.God bless!

Yewwygraceful:
Congratulations Soja84, I celebrate with you and thank God for you. All the best

Thanks Bro.No travel history.Family of 3.

SegunWamiri:
Wow! That's quite fast. Congrats man.

Do you have any travel history and are you a single applicant?

Thanks Ma'am...Please keep up the good work...you're really appreciated!

MummyJaygirls:
Congrats you two

Thanks Bro and keep up the good work you've been doing here.I rily appreciate your effort on this thread and hope we'll see in Canny soon!

40manlappy:
Congrats @soja84

Thanks Boss.Yours is next,don't worry.


quote author=Abby2017 post=59833223]Congratulations!
Oluwa pick up my file #June21AOR[/quote]