AyabaS:

Haba! that is a huge exaggeration. There’s probably a decent number of people earning in that range but not 80%. [b]I agree that Canada is an expensive country, the cost of living is insane. [/b]I’ve never lived in UK so can’t offer any insights there but I have several friends there on work permits and study visa and they are all on this Canada waka so something is obviously missing that is spurring them on to still pursue Canada.

Zeus04:



I genuinely look forward to your response🙏
I agree with obtaining certifications to boost your chances which is the same in all parts of the world, but the fact that 80% of people earn 45k/yr is not exactly true. I am in recruiting here and to the least, I have a fairly good data on this topic.

I lived in the UK for some years and it wasn't that bad there too. In my opinion, I would surely choose Canada ahead cos of how easy it is to own assets (house) and the clear transition to becoming a citizen (years 3). I have friends here making 7k weekly... They have been here for about 1 year. Meanwhile, the weather here is harsh and it's harder to go back home due to the long distance unlike UK.

Everyone should chase what they wanna... So long the goal is to leave Naija but I wouldn't discourage anyone from coming to Canada. The circle you keep will always determine your success anywhere.

olalekan9320:
The only place I believe is unreasonable is even some parts of Ontario like Toronto, GTA and the likes as well as Vancouver every other place is much more affordable

Slimboss042:
[color=#006600][/color] good day everyone please I want to ask a question. I submitted my study permit application last week and on Monday ,my application is in progress, my eligibility is being reviewed I want to know how long it will take for it to be approved. Also my medicals and biometrics has not been updated, my background check is in progress. So since they started reviewing my eligibility status early how long will it take because I'm going for may Intake. Your kind response will go a long way, thanks

themonk:


I’m genuinely interested in what your friends that make 7k/week do. Once I enter Canada, I would like to join them. Abeg?

Profgordons:
I find this quite laughable, I believe it’s partly a joke. If you go on indeed.ca, you can’t go through all the jobs that pay about 100k a year. Does that mean you will get into all the careers? Am not sure. You can be in a career where people earn 6 figures and you will still struggle, income is determined by many factors. There are many Nursing jobs, yet there are Nurses struggling to get a job. You need to know what you want and not what the income wants.

Zeus04:



I agree with obtaining certifications to boost your chances which is the same in all parts of the world, but the fact that 80% of people earn 45k/yr is not exactly true. I am in recruiting here and to the least, I have a fairly good data on this topic.

I lived in the UK for some years and it wasn't that bad there too. In my opinion, I would surely choose Canada ahead cos of how easy it is to own assets (house) and the clear transition to becoming a citizen (years 3). I have friends here making 7k weekly... They have been here for about 1 year. Meanwhile, the weather here is harsh and it's harder to go back home due to the long distance unlike UK.

Everyone should chase what they wanna... So long the goal is to leave Naija but I wouldn't discourage anyone from coming to Canada. The circle you keep will always determine your success anywhere.

AyabaS:

Haba! that is a huge exaggeration. There’s probably a decent number of people earning in that range but not 80%. I agree that Canada is an expensive country, the cost of living is insane. I’ve never lived in UK so can’t offer any insights there but I have several friends there on work permits and study visa and they are all on this Canada waka so something is obviously missing that is spurring them on to still pursue Canada.

Wsx2:


You I’ll come to see for yourself hopefully. people lie a lot and sweet talk . It’s better to say things the way it is . anyone that have the courage can take chances. I have seen some Engineers who moved to dubai from canada despite having their PR .they only come to canada every now and then to renew their status and go back to Uae . They rather work in dubai due to the high wage and low tax than taking a 50k cad job here and tax and bills takes away the money. When you see naija talking and capping, thank the Nigerian government for destroying our currency. When you exchange little money it becomes a lot in nigeria but it’s nothing here in canada

Wsx2:


You I’ll come to see for yourself hopefully. people lie a lot and sweet talk . It’s better to say things the way it is . anyone that have the courage can take chances. I have seen some Engineers who moved to dubai from canada despite having their PR .they only come to canada every now and then to renew their status and go back to Uae . They rather work in dubai due to the high wage and low tax than taking a 50k cad job here and tax and bills takes away the money. When you see naija talking and capping, thank the Nigerian government for destroying our currency. When you exchange little money it becomes a lot in nigeria but it’s nothing here in canada

Kenn55:


I'm in Canada but it seems our experiences are different. It seems you are battling with low paying jobs. I and people in my circle are doing high paying jobs. I have changed jobs 3 times in 4 years and each movement increased my pay considerably.
When I came to Canada newly, it was rough. I had to go back to school, pursue an in demand highly skilled career and after my first job, I acquired hard core experiences and boom! I became a hot cake. There is no week, I don't get contacted by a recruiter on LinkedIn for a job. I just keep telling them I'm not available for now until I'm ready to make another move.
Please don't use your situation to discourage people. Not everyone will do 50k job. There are many factors that would contribute to how things will work for each person so don't use one brush to paint everyone.
The reality is that some people will come and struggle, they may never get their dream job. But some will come and blossom. The only advice I give intending japarians is do your research very well. Have short and long term plans and pursue your goals strategically. If I continued in the same career path I was doing in Nigeria probably I'll be one of those people on this forum discouraging people from making a move.
The summary is if you do your homework well, have a nice plan, with time all man go dey alright.

Profgordons:
This is at the discretion of the visa officer, no one here can tell you categorically when your study permit would be approved and issued.

Jenykech:
Thank you oh. I’ll come to Canada before this year runs out and I’m certain that before a couple of years I’ll be earning high. I infact do not intend to do any menial job

Kenn55:


I'm in Canada but it seems our experiences are different. It seems you are battling with low paying jobs. I and people in my circle are doing high paying jobs. I have changed jobs 3 times in 4 years and each movement increased my pay considerably.
When I came to Canada newly, it was rough. I had to go back to school, pursue an in demand highly skilled career and after my first job, I acquired hard core experiences and boom! I became a hot cake. There is no week, I don't get contacted by a recruiter on LinkedIn for a job. I just keep telling them I'm not available for now until I'm ready to make another move.
Please don't use your situation to discourage people. Not everyone will do 50k job. There are many factors that would contribute to how things will work for each person so don't use one brush to paint everyone.
The reality is that some people will come and struggle, they may never get their dream job. But some will come and blossom. The only advice I give intending japarians is do your research very well. Have short and long term plans and pursue your goals strategically. If I continued in the same career path I was doing in Nigeria probably I'll be one of those people on this forum discouraging people from making a move.
The summary is if you do your homework well, have a nice plan, with time all man go dey alright.

jaynekari:
Hi Guys, Please for bank statement. What exchange rate should be used in converting. Want to know know the convention for family of 4 ($24,733) but do not know the rate to use. Thanks

Kenn55:


I'm in Canada but it seems our experiences are different. It seems you are battling with low paying jobs. I and people in my circle are doing high paying jobs. I have changed jobs 3 times in 4 years and each movement increased my pay considerably.
When I came to Canada newly, it was rough. I had to go back to school, pursue an in demand highly skilled career and after my first job, I acquired hard core experiences and boom! I became a hot cake. There is no week, I don't get contacted by a recruiter on LinkedIn for a job. I just keep telling them I'm not available for now until I'm ready to make another move.

jaynekari:
Hi Guys, Please for bank statement. What exchange rate should be used in converting. Want to know know the convention for family of 4 ($24,733) but do not know the rate to use. Thanks

Profgordons:
https://www.oanda.com/currency-converter/en/?from=CAD&to=NGN&amount=1

greenverte:


Use this link.

https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=24733&From=CAD&To=NGN

Remember to add buffer to your POF because of our Naira depreciation.

Kenn55:


I'm in Canada but it seems our experiences are different. It seems you are battling with low paying jobs. I and people in my circle are doing high paying jobs. I have changed jobs 3 times in 4 years and each movement increased my pay considerably.
When I came to Canada newly, it was rough. I had to go back to school, pursue an in demand highly skilled career and after my first job, I acquired hard core experiences and boom! I became a hot cake.
The summary is if you do your homework well, have a nice plan, with time all man go dey alright.

Zeus04:



I agree with obtaining certifications to boost your chances which is the same in all parts of the world. The circle you keep will always determine your success anywhere.

PreciousPearlpp:
Just landed Calgary, Canada... and one of the shocking things we experienced was getting free food and groceries. Hunger no fit catch you.
We just had to document the experience in a video. You can watch to know what to expect and share with others.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mq_Gjz-8o1E

PreciousPearlpp:
Just landed Calgary, Canada... and one of the shocking things we experienced was getting free food and groceries. Hunger no fit catch you.
We just had to document the experience in a video. You can watch to know what to expect and share with others.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mq_Gjz-8o1E

Profgordons:
Who makes a video of visiting Food Bank, you guys are taking this shit too far and all wrong! Dammit. You made a video showing other peoples’ faces, you have invaded their privacy and you could be sued. Please have some sense, this just doesn’t make sense. With your settlement fund, you are not meant to go near a food bank.

ednut1:
this youtube craze ehn. It is well