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Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 12:27am On Jul 03, 2019 |
silat: Hi, I didn't see any. Please resend |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 12:13am On Jul 03, 2019 |
codebrew85: I believe this will apply to a good part of Ontario cos I had actually called to know when I would start receiving subsidy and it was confirmed that wait-list was 6 solid months and whatever I paid the creche within those months will not be refunded. If you don't provide documentations for work or school that one is just waste of time and resources cos your waitlist starts to count when you make them available. The 1900 CAD is also for two babies, and they actually informed me of an increase to 2,200 CAD the next month for both of them. Check out cedar hollow school. its in London ON. Its better to be prepared than to come and get stranded. That's the whole point. Thanks |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 9:34pm On Jun 29, 2019 |
Kmgb1: Thanks sis. Amen |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 2:57am On Jun 29, 2019 |
Ifeoma77: Wehcome home 2 Likes 2 Shares |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 2:00am On Jun 29, 2019 |
Its been a while on nairaland. Its not easy taking care of two babies alone so my hands are always full one way or the other. Late landing gist: So we left the shores of Naija on a fateful day in February 2019. It was my first time on an airplane as I had this phobia for it. Myself, hubby and two angels. Good byes to family was a little tough for me. My mom was no where to be found at this time, I just knew she was crying somewhere. God bless her and keep her in Jesus name. So we had a little delay and we were served snacks. We went with Egypt Air, destination Toronto Ontario. All bags were over the allowable weight but we were allowed some few kgs extra. So we had seven 26kg luggage instead of 23, four 10kg hand luggage instead of 8kg thereabout sha and finally my brethren, 2 car seats. One of the airline supervisors thereafter saw us with a backpack, hand bag, laptop bag and school bag which we carried alongside the others so in short, the guy said he won't allow us on the plane and we had to let go one hand luggage. Bags were not searched. We boarded, got a bassinet seat and off we flew. Being a resilient jjc, I was calm through the journey. The food was good surprisingly as I had read otherwise. Even my baby got packaged cereal but they were stingy with water. Landing in Cairo was a little bumpy. We met a Nigerian couple and their kids also going to Toronto at this time. Throughout the journey, my two year old slept during take off and landing so he was calm to a good extent while my baby was just playing away and getting precious smiles from other passengers. We met a long line of asylum seekers or so in Cairo cos looking at them, they obviously couldn't have applied through any of the processes we went through. So we proceeded into the next plane, a bigger one. The forever 12 hours flight to Toronto was smooth and I didn't even know when we landed, prompting passengers clap offering for the pilot. While our documents were being checked, may I mention that a naija man and his partner were denied entry. I don't know why so I won't comment too much on this. The man was praying when we left him. I hope he finds peace. Anyways, we located our plenty luggage, hired a portal, submitted goods to follow and found my bro and wifey. I don't think I used one minute outside in the cold loading our bags into the vehicle before I started shivering. Interestingly, the next day we landed, I fell terribly ill. I hardly fall ill so it was really tough on me but I thank God I had my family to take care of the kids. I was so weak I couldn't eat, then on one of the days, I woke up to see my boy trying to push a spoon of yogurt into my mouth. He had probably heard them begging me to eat and wanted to feed mummy. What a blessing. We began the necessary documentations and job hunt right away. By March, I got a job with one Insurance company as I was getting tired of staying at home. Also that same March, I got a good offer with a Bank. So this is June, I have held my own with hubby back in naija since by His wonderful grace. There were few times I was really burdened with settling but thank God its over. The Lord is good and faithful. I have not moved around much but let me drop few learning points especially for us moms alone with God: Networking will get you your desired job faster. Try connect with as much people as you can. The thread is filled with so much info which should help you get it right Probability that you will achieve set goals here is high cos the environment is one that will help you to succeed Try register early enough for your written and road test especially. I know some people are driving gurus but taking the test in a familiar environment helped me. The first few months will be tough, but ease off the stress by reaching out to trusted people for help. I am not shy to ask for one and I've met angels everywhere who have favoured me If you work irregular hours and you have young children, prayerfully look for approved home day care centers. Those ones are more flexible and cheaper. Late pick up fee is real here. Be prayerful. Its hard to get lost since you have a lot going Be careful with spending but I will tell you for free, if that thing is going to make your life easier and its legal, get it! When you shop, don't start converting cad to dollar. Naira that does not have value Come with enough money o, you will need more than your POF. I paid 1,900 CAD creche fee for just one month for my two kids and you wont get subsidy till after the 6 months waiting period in Ontario. That's if you are coming to Ontario. I am eagerly waiting for next year tax session to recoup something. I would have had more to contribute but I am already forgetting those early days. @thecongo, I appreciate you. He was of help when I was in London ON. I pray the Lord will reward you and keep you from evil in Jesus name. To everyone, we took a bold step to move out of our comfort zones, may we not count any loss in Jesus name. Finally, to me @wholesomegrace, highly favoured of the most High, recipient of Jehovah's divine mercies over and again, I Welcome myself Home and I declare, that to all You gave me, I will lose no one in Jesus mighty name Let Somebody shout Hallelujah!!!!! 169 Likes 28 Shares |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 12:07am On Feb 20, 2019 |
Finally landed, London Ontario for now. Landing gist uneventful and boring but I'll share later. 29 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 9:58am On Jan 31, 2019 |
@dumprep and all newly landed peeps, congratulations. I look forward to more landing gists Mine loading.... 3 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 3:53pm On Jan 28, 2019 |
Good afternoon house, Please when filling the goods to follow form, should I be specific or use general name? i.e if i'm bringing in food items, i'm I supposed to fill 'food items' or do I need write down each detail of food item like rice, ground nut etc. Please help me clarify..... Thanks people 6 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 11:49am On Jan 25, 2019 |
olajide21: May the land remain beautiful, fruitful and fertile for you. welcome to Canada 7 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 8:50am On Jan 23, 2019 |
GozyNA: 'The calm down bro' got me .. I just read and waka pass that comment. Itchy fingers 2 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 8:28am On Jan 21, 2019 |
smslive2: Congrats. Thanks for the gist |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 8:44am On Jan 17, 2019 |
This is faceless forum. Can we just read, pick up learning points and move on.... life shouldn't be this difficult. 21 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 2:55pm On Jan 16, 2019 |
Tojued: My dear, things are easy when couples work as a team. Kudos to them 17 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 12:03pm On Jan 16, 2019 |
Tojued: Continue to look for trouble 3 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 10:32am On Jan 14, 2019 |
Obtay: Do a mail and send to the course advisor in targeted schools or call to know the best approach. I am also looking at a career in nursing but its a complete change from everything I've studied and worked in so its either I write the prerequisite high school grade 12 courses which will be combined with university course work or I do a one year pre-health course before I can gain admission. 5 Likes 1 Share |
Health / Re: Pregnancy Are You Pregnant Or Going Through A High Risk Pregnancy,,lets Talk by wholesomegrace: 2:28pm On Jan 11, 2019 |
Its been a while. Hallo house, where are the bumps 1 Like |
Health / Re: NEW BORN BABIES! Are U A New Mum? Then Lets Discuss Babies Here!!!!! by wholesomegrace: 2:25pm On Jan 11, 2019 |
Halooooooo 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 2:21pm On Jan 11, 2019 |
Amandacanny: Amen. Thanks too |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 11:58am On Jan 11, 2019 |
Amandacanny: I haven't landed yet, but will soon be with my two angels. I hear its tough by doable. Start making plans early ...accommodation, job, school, transportation etc. Get mentally, emotionally and spiritually prepared. Cheers |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 4:26pm On Jan 10, 2019 |
Tojued: we actually did some bend down things ooo but we go wash die until the smell wears off before that clothe can make its debut. Perfume to the rescue. I'm planning to wash just once 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wholesomegrace: 10:18am On Jan 10, 2019 |
Please, how do I get that "OK" smell off my precious winter clothes? I just soaked in dettol this morning. Is there any other thing I need to do? I plan to machinewash them when I get back home this evening. Thanks guys |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by wholesomegrace: 10:47am On Dec 31, 2018 |
E ku argument o, house One man tables his opinion, another brings him down We shall continue to wait till the thread returns to normal 22 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by wholesomegrace: 10:31am On Dec 28, 2018 |
SkyWalk12: Like 60k difference. Its not up to 24 hours but ill just leave it as it is jare. 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by wholesomegrace: 10:29am On Dec 28, 2018 |
katyamizotta: True. Its better to leave a toxic relationship than infect children with all those negativity 7 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by wholesomegrace: 10:26am On Dec 28, 2018 |
SkyWalk12: You are right o. I just booked Egyptair one way ticket yesterday. I am wondering why your hack came one day late. Bring your head for some knocks 6 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by wholesomegrace: 10:16am On Dec 19, 2018 |
Please is there any one into nursing, working or studying on this thread? I need a mentor o Thanks guys |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by wholesomegrace: 1:04pm On Dec 18, 2018 |
Ethelia: Wehcum to Cannyland and congrats on the arrival of ur lo sis 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by wholesomegrace: 11:42am On Dec 18, 2018 |
Estac: They have exposed fowl yansh 2 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by wholesomegrace: 11:39am On Dec 18, 2018 |
Estac: The bolded ehnnnnnn 2 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by wholesomegrace: 11:19am On Dec 18, 2018 |
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