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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Cherrymia: 10:01pm On Apr 20, 2022
CountVersailles:

I came to Canada with my 2yr old then but I had to go to the immunization clinic with his immunization card and he was given the ones he didn't get from Nigeria including rota virus vaccine and also continued updating his immunization till date,so my advice for those already in Canada is to keep track of the immunization their child didn't get back home and get them ASAP.

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by boco2126: 12:09am On Apr 21, 2022
Kindly add me too
deeteeneey:
shoot me a mail
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by peruxie: 12:35am On Apr 21, 2022
seunpinky:
A female frnd needs a shared/ student accomodation around North York/ Seneca College.
How much? I know someone who might be interested depending on the cost sha
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by WinterDreary: 4:13am On Apr 21, 2022
shege45:

generalinquiries@nigeriahcottawa.ca
Thanks.
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by mousery(m): 5:03am On Apr 21, 2022
mousery:
My immigration story



First month of that year, I landed at Toronto pearson. Everything looked the way I left it. The crowd, the ambiance, everything. I was just wondering what my life would be like next. Though I had left my job, I should say that there was a window to return. I was a top performer at work and my boss had said I was welcome back if I wanted. But in my mind, I knew going back would mean admitting defeat that my Canada plans have not worked out.
But I had a plan. My sole plan was to simply go back to school. I had enrolled in a certificate program at the country’s leading higher institution of learning, the University of Toronto. But even I knew that this was just a certificate. I didn’t know a lot about the Canadian job market at that time, but I felt that a diploma may not really cut it. At the same time, I applied for a master’s degree at the same school and was waiting on feedback from the school. Anyho, I started with the certificate program, got a small apartment, and bought a small car for doordash/ubereats runs in the night. I knew I wasn’t going to do any hardcore, full-time survival jobs. That wasn’t part of my plan. I had a lot of money saved from years of working. A whole lot, I should say. As a result, I could afford to stay out of a job for a very long time. Let’s put that at three years.
Life became routine. I studied in the day time and did some ubereats runs in the night. I was quite okay. But of course, I didn’t have the life I had back in Nigeria. Covid struck soon after and all studies went online. It became even easier to study in the day time and do doordash runs in the night. My apartment in Toronto wasn’t that comfortable, but it was a solid $1000 per month. In my head, I kept converting back to naira and just marveled at how much I was paying for this shoebox apartment. Net, I think I was burning through about $800 or so per month. But I wasn’t complaining. I knew things would be a little tough.
Then I started looking for work too. My job back in Nigeria was at the periphery of Tech, so I had one leg in Tech sort of. Because of this, I could easily make my CV tech-focused. But disappointments rolled in as usual, haha. What a wake-up call! A few first-stage interviews, but nothing past that. While doing my research, I figured I simply had to get that master’s degree to have any clout in this job market.
Stroke of luck! University of Toronto offered me the master’s degree in one of their top departments, computer science. Omo, that was good news for me. I was elated and began strategizing on how to maximize my experience in graduate school. At the same time I kept looking for work, submitting CVs here and there. Honestly, I didn’t get one response again after those initial recruiter calls. Not one response. All the emails after sending a barrage of applications started with “We are sorry…”
I knew to expect this and it didn’t deter me from continuing with my plans. At the same time, I learnt soon that my role back in Nigeria had been filled by someone else. I didn’t even know if that option to return was still on the table, but I knew I couldn’t count on it. I simply couldn’t. I have to focus my efforts on what I’m facing here in Canada and give in my best. I must admit I was lucky in a way, in that I still had a lot of money saved and wasn’t desperate for work in this country.
We got to September and I resumed graduate school at UofT. As omo naija, I was thinking shebi na to pass na. We dey there. We full ground. Master’s in computer science. Don’t worry, nothing dey happen. Omo, one month in, e be lyk say them hammer me plank for head. Graduate school is tough in Canada! Jesus, graduate school no be joke for this country. Warn your folks!



(To be continued) smiley

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by MichaelsonS: 10:17am On Apr 21, 2022
You will find a heap of information on scholarships on TWITTER.

1. Google is your best friend.

2. Wakawaka Doctor , Japa consults, Olufemiloye, Tunde Tash and many more accounts on Twitter post information that might guide you on your quest.

3. YouTube search. Visual accounts to guide you.

4. Google is always your friend.

Best wishes on your search.


Gorgeous345:
Good day kind hearted people,
Please I need PHD scholarship in Canada. I have a second class upper(bsc) and a distinction(masters) in computer science.
Please anybody willing to guide me.I will be very grateful.
God bless you.

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by seunpinky(m): 12:30pm On Apr 21, 2022
peruxie:

How much? I know someone who might be interested depending on the cost sha
She doesn't have an accomodation yet. She's looking to share a room with anyone that currently has accomodation
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Oseg70: 1:48pm On Apr 21, 2022
Pls house can someone tell me how to migrate to canada,pls help me
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by ednut1(m): 2:00pm On Apr 21, 2022
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by willyblinx(m): 2:01pm On Apr 21, 2022
Oseg70:
Pls house can someone tell me how to migrate to canada,pls help me


Try reading through page 1 of the link below, it has links to many other info you might need. Any info/advise you need depends on what method you desire to use. Read through then ask specific questions on those threads.

https://www.nairaland.com/6829885/canadian-express-entry-federal-skilled#107239666
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Iamblessed007: 4:13pm On Apr 21, 2022
Hello house, trust we are all doing great. my mum came over 2 months ago and i purchased a travel insurance from Ax mansard. My mum slipped and fell as a result of the snow and her knee was dislocated. I understand the travel insurance covers medical/hospital expenses, i want to take her to the clinic for medical assistant. I would like to know if anyone has ever used the medical coverage of the insurance, Pls how does it work and can i really claim it. Pls i need your help. thanks
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Oakville19: 6:03pm On Apr 21, 2022
Iamblessed007:
Hello house, trust we are all doing great. my mum came over 2 months ago and i purchased a travel insurance from Ax mansard. My mum slipped and fell as a result of the snow and her knee was dislocated. I understand the travel insurance covers medical/hospital expenses, i want to take her to the clinic for medical assistant. I would like to know if anyone has ever used the medical coverage of the insurance, Pls how does it work and can i really claim it. Pls i need your help. thanks

You should read your policy to check what is covered and the process for making claims. Also most insurance companies require that you call them before you proceed with any treatment, if you don’t they will not refund you.

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by owee: 6:55pm On Apr 21, 2022
Male roommate wanted

Hello guys

Flatmate needed from May 1st in Saint John, New Brunswick (Uptown apartment, 9 minutes walk to MBA campus and close to most amenities)
One room is available and goes for $355/month plus utilities(excluding power and internet). This should be good for a student or new immigrant just landing and need a cost-effective place for the next 3 to 6 months (given the way prices of houses have consistently been on the rise).

Interested, hola!

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Richdee1(m): 8:43pm On Apr 21, 2022
Mousery
Why not start a thread on this section so as not to clog this one

My suggestion tho

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Legacyedition: 10:52pm On Apr 21, 2022
seakomol:
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Even though you posed this as a question, it's very rude and uncalled for! Make we dey try use our brain na


He doesn't understand how the country works. Just ignore next time.
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by mousery(m): 10:53pm On Apr 21, 2022
Richdee1:
Mousery
Why not start a thread on this section so as not to clog this one

My suggestion tho
Thanks for the suggestion. It's a good one.
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by AZeD1(m): 5:02am On Apr 22, 2022
Gorgeous345:
Good day kind hearted people,
Please I need PHD scholarship in Canada. I have a second class upper(bsc) and a distinction(masters) in computer science.
Please anybody willing to guide me.I will be very grateful.
God bless you.
Bro,

PhD's are all about research. Are you really sure you want to to study or you want to Japa?

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Adebanjo308: 11:10am On Apr 22, 2022
Is there any WhatsApp group for f-1, visa experience.


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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Sumireade: 2:37pm On Apr 22, 2022
Does anyone know how to access funds in a uba usd visa prepaid card while in Canada?
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by allyb: 2:56pm On Apr 22, 2022
Can someone add me to an Edmonton group please?
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Kenn55: 3:04pm On Apr 22, 2022
Gorgeous345:
Good day kind hearted people,
Please I need PHD scholarship in Canada. I have a second class upper(bsc) and a distinction(masters) in computer science.
Please anybody willing to guide me.I will be very grateful.
God bless you.

Guy, are you sure you are ready for a PhD?
Evaluate yourself again and be sure you can do it, e get why.
My humble advice

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by owee: 4:59pm On Apr 22, 2022
Male roommate wanted

Hello guys

Flatmate needed from May 1st in Saint John, New Brunswick (Uptown apartment, 9 minutes walk to MBA campus and close to most amenities)
One room is available and goes for $355/month plus utilities(excluding power and internet). This should be good for a student or new immigrant just landing and need a cost-effective place for the next 3 to 6 months (given the way prices of houses have consistently been on the rise).

Interested, hola(PM)!
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Odoziaku1: 5:05pm On Apr 22, 2022
Please, anyone in Conestoga college?
Any house available to rent within that axis?
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by maziude: 6:26pm On Apr 22, 2022
AZeD1:

Bro,

PhD's are all about research. Are you really sure you want to to study or you want to Japa?

You still Dey here �
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by doctimi(m): 8:38pm On Apr 22, 2022
Yes

Odoziaku1:
Please, anyone in Conestoga college?
Any house available to rent within that axis?

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by FearlessDapsin(m): 8:48pm On Apr 22, 2022
Hi guys, does anybody have an idea about Journalism/Communication jobs? Almost everybody is into health and tech. Do we in the Journalism space have a place in Canada too? smiley

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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Gorgeous345: 9:11pm On Apr 22, 2022
Thank you
MichaelsonS:
You will find a heap of information on scholarships on TWITTER.

1. Google is your best friend.

2. Wakawaka Doctor , Japa consults, Olufemiloye, Tunde Tash and many more accounts on Twitter post information that might guide you on your quest.

3. YouTube search. Visual accounts to guide you.

4. Google is always your friend.

Best wishes on your search.


Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Gorgeous345: 9:12pm On Apr 22, 2022
Yes I am ready and can do it.
Kenn55:


Guy, are you sure you are ready for a PhD?
Evaluate yourself again and be sure you can do it, e get why.
My humble advice
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Gorgeous345: 9:14pm On Apr 22, 2022
I want to study
AZeD1:

Bro,

PhD's are all about research. Are you really sure you want to to study or you want to Japa?
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by AZeD1(m): 9:18pm On Apr 22, 2022
maziude:


You still Dey here �

Chief I dey buzz in from time to time.
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Gift212: 1:03am On Apr 23, 2022
Hello! I'm also interested in accommodation around conestoga
doctimi:
Yes



Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Odoziaku1: 8:20am On Apr 23, 2022
I’m interested.
Pls your email so I can contact you.
Mine is dondollar20@yahoo.com
Thanks

doctimi:
Yes



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