Fusion23:

Vcole, longest time

e don tey. How now? How the cold for your side?

Boldinc i greet you

MummyJaygirls:

Madam vcole, hailings, no mind me I play too much. Lol. Thanks for the info.These children no wan know say harmattan different from snow sha, dem just dey ginger to go outside, abeg make dem chill small first.

Uwc. Kids and snow are 2 peas in a pod. I have to take my toddler out into the snow to play almost everyday. We just dress warm and layer up. Yesterday was really cold here. Day started at -31°c.

@mamacajah, if I'm not mistaken it is work experience from the 10yrs preceeding your pr app (or express entry profile creation) that is relevant. I may be wrong about this. However, what is important is that you are able to prove work experience that is equivalent to full time (30hrs/week or more), paid, continuous for a minimum of 1 year in an occupation that falls within NOCs in skill set O, A or B. To get maximum points for work experience under adaptability, you should have a minimum of 3yrs of work experience. So, you do not actually need all 17yrs of work experience that you have. You decide which of your employers over the past 10yrs (2007-2017 or so) would most adequately fit into your ee profile. Others can be filled under the personal history section when required.
I hope this makes some sense and clears things up for you a bit.

mamacajah:

on a lighter note, I finally entered into the pool only to be told I am no longer eligible for EE. I think I must have entered some wrong information somewhere; I suspect my work history as the come to canada tool asks for maximum experience in one occupation only but mine cuts across 3 NOCs for the last 10 years.

I don't think that's the problem. I may be wrong but to the best of my knowledge as long as you have up to 1 continuous full year in one NOC then you should be okay. Try to check all the questions again.

Nogen:
Landed safely. Resting in our hotel room now. Details later Make I go sleep now.

welcome!

I feel like a broken record adding this but it only does any intended Canadian immigrant a world of good to read. I mean, how does one plan to pack up their life and move halfway across the world without getting all the relevant info required? At the end of the day, applications go to ircc and not anyone else so they should always be the reference point. In addition, the quality of information we share here would be greatly improved if more people added knowledge instead of finding loopholes to be "smart" or "prove a point"
Just my 2 kobo but what do I know?

I doubt that there is any real confusion as ircc clearly states what they require. I mean, there is no mention of a "futuristic eca reference no" Anyway, the more people who explore this loophole of futuristic ECAs, the faster they would be to add an extra footnote to the guidelines for ECA report validity.

From the cic website

Canadianfly:

So what was the point of that your religious testimony? Lol Nigerians be doing the wrong and still saying "may it end in praise". Praise to who? God or satan? And for you to write that line regarding POF shows you don't fully understand the process. However, I wish you luck in your application and pray you get a lazy VO that would let you and the hisband's deceit fly.

happytbaby:
LadyG dey this thread too? Seems all the missionary journey people are trying to evacuate this country!

] hola!

@mummyjaygirls welcome. I couldn't help but laugh your post was interesting. Your kids would absolutely love this weather lol!
No documentation needed to start driving. You can use your naija license for the next 90 days to drive or register a vehicle if you buy one. The insurance will only be slightly higher registering with a naija license.
@canadianfly it's my first Canadian winter oh. It's so unlike winter anywhere else. I'm adapting though.
@yetty we have waitlists for daycare here but for subsidy there are no waitlists.

@ having daycare free in Toronto wow! In Alberta there are maximum monthly amounts possible based on your income. So for instance for a licensed dayhome for infants it's a max of $520/mth and for toddlers $437/mth, grades 1-6 $310/mth. Maximum amounts are paid to low income families and it reduces as your income increases.

@ qualifying and applying for child care subsidy. If you AND your spouse are both schooling or both working or one partner is working and the other schooling, you qualify for child care subsidy in Alberta. Also if you are a stay at home parent you qualify for child care subsidy but only $100/mth. You apply by contacting the government office in charge of subsidy.

sleekchic:


Thank you so much, we are actually still trying to decide btw Calgary and Edmonton. Still doing research on the best one for Occupational health and safety jobs for hubby and HR jobs for me. We already have plans of each of us getting diplomas soon after we get there because we are both changing career paths entirely and we have no experience in those fields yet just certifications so far. He is a doctor here but e don tire .

you're welcome. Lol! I can relate @ e don tire.

yettyopy:

Please note that for childcare it varies on family income as stated after filing tax. I pay 525 monthly with government subsidy . I also have a friend that just moved here and pays $0 cos she just started working. With child care it's important to note that there is always a wait list with govt subsidy so try as much as possible to get on the list asap. Cos I had to wait for 4 5 months to get approved.

does the child care subsidy pay all of your child care fees where you live? It doesn't on my end. It pays a portion and what you get approved for is dependent on your income. There is also no waiting list here.

@sleekchic, I live in Calgary and thus far haven't experienced any racism. Having had experiences in the states and UK, in comparison, Canada isn't racist by nature. There may be a few bad eggs here and there but I haven't met any yet. Caucasians and non Caucasians sit by me on the bus or train all the time.
Cost of living. Rent 1200. Cable+internet 95.Cell phone 75(plan + mobile phone payment).Car insurance 165.Fuel 120.Childcare 820.Grocery 300-500.
P.S. family of 4 with 2 kids; 1 toddler, 1 infant. Grocery - walmart or superstore or sobeys. No African store.

releastaso:

Thank you Madam Vcole for the great job.
I'm a medical doctor here in Nigeria. Currently doing my NYSC, with much interest in moving to Canada.
I'm sorry to draw you back, but could you pls kindly counsel me on routes to take? This country is not promising.
Thanks in anticipation

please no madam, thanks. Click on my moniker (i.e. my name) and read my posts all the way back to june 2016. All you need to know has already been posted here.

sleekchic:

Many times when I see pictures of different streets in different parts of Canada,they always look deserted. Even in pictures taken during other seasons. Why is this so. People don't walk?

Lol. People do walk however, Canada is not densely populated like Nigeria. Total population is about 36 million.....that's about 6 times less than Naija.

einsteino:

yesh na, pidgin has contextual meanngs too. in this case it means she is asking if he would like to kill her rat ie "her something".

i am literally rotflmao!

Blackbuddy:
Toronto this morning. It looks pretty but the cold...

so pretty

salford1:

I worked field all through November in Sask winter. Na condition make crayfish bend sha.lol

choi!!!

salford1:

I am suprised too. I have been watching on the news about Calgary battling with a large amount of snow. Heard there have been lots of collisions too due to the snow. Ones the thing hits the ground in large quantity, alot of drivers just get confused

Due to black ice, I once witnessed a car spin 3 times on highway 1 west before ending up in a ditch. It happened so fast and was a frightening experience... luckily the guy was okay. I do not blame some drivers that jump on a public transport when the roads are terrible. The gov is really trying when it comes to clearing the ice on the road.

That guy that spun 3 times was me

wow! @spinning 3 times. Crazy stuff. 2 days ago there were so many collissions. In the morning when I went to drop off my toddler at daycare there was nowhere to park.....the curb was 40cm high and cars just kept on driving until I eventually parked in the elementary school down the street and then had to do a 10 min walk backwards that felt more like 10hrs

@salford1, i was a lil surprised to see that it didn't snow in Regina as we are buried in the white stuff on this end.
@datechman, i admire your spirit. It is actually worth considering the weather while deciding to take on jobs. This winter is not for the faint hearted. I had to go for a meeting today at a place that's usually a 35-40 min drive from where I live but with the snow accumulation, I chose not to drive and took the transit. It took me an hour and a half. Let's just say winter is very different when you have to stand waiting for a bus or the c train. I can't even imagine how it would be if one has to work a job that involves being outside in the cold.

Congrats glitteringstar!!! You totally deserve it. Congrats to all ita receipients.

@einsteino I appreciate and understand your point of view. I never said don't give thanks to your God. What I said was that religious tolerance takes into consideration the beliefs as well as the desires of whomever you are conversing with.

To put it simply. How comfortable would followers of this thread be if people who practice african traditional religion, start their posts with a paragraph of incantation to Sango or Oronmila each time they want to make a comment or share their experience?
To each his own. Let me not derail the thread any longer.

Winter pics from Calgary today.

bbaby84:

Says the rude person. I'm here wondering how my post was rude? Perhaps you're the aggressive one..
Anyhoo, too early for drama. Next time, take your own advice.

That escalated quickly. This religion thing must really be a soft spot for you. Pray tell, is this the attitude your god approves of? I mean, after all what then was the point of your post? I'm pretty sure I have zero artistic attributes so drama is more your thing and not mine. It'll be nice of you to point out "my rude person" statements though but I'm sure the ants in your pants won't permit that.

crucialmental:
. Good day all,
please I need clarification as per POF, i want to know if i will be expected to submit my personal bank statement along side the gift deed from a family member. Yes. The ircc guideline recommends provision of 6 months statement from all financial instututions you have an existing relationship with.
And also how can i prove working experience of over 5years but i stopped working about a year plus now? my concern being that the mode of salary payment in the last place of employment was on cash basis. Payslips. Maybe not all but some from the period you commenced, some in between and some towards the end. In the absence of this you can request for the reference letter to state that you were paid your remuneration in cash.
So please i will really appreciate if the gurus in the house can help me out.[/b] HELP NEEDED

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Career connections at bow valley college Calgary
Youth skills connection program Calgary, Canmore - if you are 30yrs or younger.
Directions for immigrants in Calgary to help give relevant info as regards process for getting licensed for doctors, dentists, pharmacists, engineers. Their study groups are highly useful for helping achieve success at these exams.
Alberta supports career and employment services
Calgary immigrant women's association - bridging program for foreign accountants
Opportunities knock
Corporate readiness training program
Calgary catholic immigrant society (ccis) - there's a training prog for Engineers done in collaboration with SAIT for 8 months. Classroom + internship

Off the top of my head, these are the ones I remember

gracelevel:

@Maternal
please help confirm why it is often not used though? since its makes integration easier .Or is it paid for? and expensive

In my opinion and experience, I find that lots of people don't even know about services or programs available. They tend to rely a lot on what someone else has said or heard or experienced. If you are inquisitive, good at online research, asking people questions and don't mind making random phone calls here and there you'll be able to get info on what may be accessible in your city or province.

bbaby84:

TBH, I didn't understand a thing you wrote....
Please don't bother trying to explain further as this listener/ reader is not willing to understand.
Thank you.

Aggressive much? Lol! We can all learn to be civil in our interactions. If you say A and someone else has a divergent view point, it doesn't change your opinion. It doesn't even have to be an argument. You don't even have to be rude about it. Heck, you don't even have to bother to understand. Free world. Swallow a chill pill.

AZeD1:
Also do not be afraid to try something different. I got my job via Reddit.
I posted my resume on Ottawas subreddit but removed all identifying details.
My present company was planning to hire in January but after seeing my resume ( no need to put out an advert or screen so many candidates) the CEO got in touch, and the rest is history.

wow! Reddit

czaratwork:
the tolerance here it is to jump and pass if it does not resonate with you. we should be able to express ourselves here within the subject matter "life in canada" because that your story may be what someone needs to be encouraged. i should have shared my story since but was holding back because i was afraid how people will react. but then this thread is about living in canada/life as a canadian immigrant.

i was responding to the comment that said sumn about "i thought being in Canada will make you more tolerant etc etc etc" in my opinion, that perception is quite incorrect. Religious tolerance is a spectrum and is never one sided. What you see as tolerant to another is not. Same way people should "feel free" to express themselves and their gratitude to their God is the same way another should "feel free" to express their aversion to such an expression. So it goes both ways babe.

I am a Christian but I find it mind boggling when my fellow Nigerian Christians always shove it up the next person's nose. No offense intended to anyone and @freeradical this isn't really about your post as it was quite informative, but most of the time, we tend to bury useful info and experiences under "all thanks to the mighty God etc etc" Any health professional on here would easily tell you how many "testimonies of after the doctor said xyz, praise God yadi yadi yadah I am healed" Nigerian patients give but they eliminate ALL that they did medically and thus give a false impression that others with similar conditions buy into and end up worse off for it.

Your "canadian story" is gonna turn out intriguing in the end. I know it's not all rosy right now but you have a positive spirit and you are willing and able to work. Those attributes are sooooo key to success. Remain hopeful!

freeradical:
Edmonton is merely getting psyched up for d second wave of a blazing winter. Temperature has already dropped to -13°C today and from tomorrow we expect snowfall.

well, today Calgary began it's journey of being buried under the white stuff. Lol!

bbaby84:

Thank you for saving me time from writing this exact thing.
Here I was thinking once in Canada, one will be more tolerant of other people's religion or whom they choose to thank for seeing them through whatever. Could be Allah/ Shiva/ Buddha or whomever they please.
We love God in Naija let us be... give us you useful advice and leave the rest.

You may find it interesting that repeated reference being made to a God who may or may not be another listener/reader's God within a discussion that isn't religious in it's subject matter and in which the listener/reader has not expressed a desire to discuss religion, actually comes across as being religiously intolerant.

maternal:

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. A lot don't even take sound advice from knowledgeable people on the ground.

True that