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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by House34: 11:01am On Aug 01 |
Martins281: An international driving license is worthless in Canada for claiming driving experience for a G2 license in Ontario. However, a Nigerian driving license that is over 2 years old, along with a letter from Ottawa, is acceptable. Alternatively, you can try using your driving abstract from Nigeria. Although a friend’s driving abstract was rejected in the GTA, it was accepted in Cornwall, so you might have better luck outside the GTA 1 Like |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Martins281(m): 11:45am On Aug 01 |
House34: How do you get a letter from Ottawa? |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by House34: 11:56am On Aug 01 |
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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by IamDavidJames(m): 2:54pm On Aug 03 |
If you’re coming to Winnipeg, Manitoba or are there already but need a place to stay, there’s a private furnished room with your own private toilet for rent. It’s mostly for students and young professionals. You can reach me via WhatsApp, text or call and you can come by to see the place yourself or do a video tour. Address is 2525 Pembina Hwy, Winnipeg, R3T 6H3, Manitoba, Canada. Contact: +1 (902) 979-1243 1 Like |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by JIREN01: 11:50pm On Aug 07 |
njambert:You mean you got a quote of 300/month with your international license? Do you mind sharing what part of Canada you live? I reside in Hamilton and I want to use my international license for a while pending the completion of renewal for my Nigeria license (to skip G2). |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by KellyTech007: 6:40pm On Aug 08 |
Hello Anyone going to North West College North Battle ford Saskatchewan ? Those that have gotten their admission / acceptance letter for January 2025 Intake. Please signify or DM Thank you |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by njambert: 8:12pm On Aug 08 |
No, not international license. Just the regular driver's license from home. I'm in Edmonton, AB. JIREN01: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Fibonacci2021: 12:44pm On Aug 09 |
I'm in need of a 2 Bedroom close to downtown Calgary. If you have any links or vacant apartments please let me know. Thanks. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by KellyTech007: 10:32pm On Aug 12 |
Hello Anyone going to North West College North Battle ford Saskatchewan ? Those that have gotten their admission / acceptance letter for January 2025 Intake. Please signify or DM Thank you....... |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Tonto30(f): 5:24pm On Aug 17 |
Hello Elders I'm female in need of a room in Calgary. Move in date is middle of September. If you have any leads please let me know. If you can provide any form of support or guidance to a newcomer in Calgary, please indicate let me DM. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Physsyb: 1:45pm On Aug 20 |
Hello everyone, i am about to book a flight for my sister to canada but i am confused about this transit visa issue. Has anyone travelled to canada recently without getting a transit visa. If yes, what route? What airline? I was looking at a flight from lagos to ottawa with one stop at CDG (france) airport. Would there be an issue? |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by oluayebenz: 2:27pm On Aug 20 |
Physsyb: That's Air France with a single stop at CDG then transit visa is not required. You are good. Any airline with more than one stop in the Schengen zone or any airline transiting in the USA then transit visa is required 5 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Yekebu(f): 3:55pm On Aug 20 |
Good day everyone, I’m trying to fill the imm5257 form for pgwp and under the education section, one is asked to give details of the highest level of education. My question is, if I have a masters from Nigeria and did a certificate course here in Canada, which of it should I fill? Thanks. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Physsyb: 4:21pm On Aug 20 |
oluayebenz: Thank you |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by ednut1(m): 7:04pm On Aug 20 |
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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by PeacefulPeaceA: 11:55am On Aug 21 |
Tonto30: Message me, let's see if we can plan together. I sent you a message request already. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Physsyb: 10:30pm On Aug 22 |
Tonto30: Send a message. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by JIREN01: 5:53am On Aug 27 |
Hi everyone, I have a question; I guess our bosses @salford, @megastu, @ednut, among others will be able to draw from their experiences and share helpful insights. So I was on a call with a friend who works as a Senior Business Analyst for a Big Pharma, and we were discussing about how attainable a salary threshold of 200kcad per annum is. I even whimsically chipped in the case of a family friend who works as a Director of Strategy for PWC and how I’m certain she earns way more than that. I was shocked when my statement was returned with a hysterical laughter and how that threshold is almost a pipe dream in Canada. Bottom line is he claimed people who earn that in Canada can be literally counted with your fingers and how he has never met anyone who earns that high in his 10-year career. I’d like to ask if what he said is true; how attainable is the 200k salary threshold? All comments are welcome. 1 Like |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Maria96: 8:12am On Aug 27 |
JIREN01:only few directors and senior management staff/ partners earn that amount in private sector and public sector. The average director in public service for Ontario is on 130k to 150k. Stop being obsessed about that kind of salary because you will pay huge amount of taxes instead find how you can create a business that can generate that kind of income and hire a good tax accountant. Shalom 15 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by affoncad: 8:34am On Aug 27 |
JIREN01: Lower ur expecting of canada and face current reality so u not disappointed becos Earning 200k CAD annually in Canada is possible but extremely rare, mostly seen in senior roles in industries like tech, finance, or executive leadership. While it's not impossible, your friend is right that it’s highly uncommon for most professionals. With less than 11% of Canadian residents earning above 100k per year, many people in canada are currently facing difficulties securing even minimum-wage jobs. The government's situation is critical, with recent announcements about reducing temporary workers and potential reforms to PR due to the harsh realities of poorly planned immigration and economic pressures! 4 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by njambert: 12:13pm On Aug 27 |
I believe that this depends on the industry as well as running a business. I'll name a few; -Oil and gas industry -Senior tech roles -Doctors -Successful business owners -Very experienced blue collar jobs/gigs JIREN01: 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by JIREN01: 6:57pm On Aug 27 |
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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Maria96: 7:36pm On Aug 27 |
JIREN01:this is not how business works. Better focus on setting well , saving what you can and studying your environment vs your skillset for future business opportunities. We are also in survival mode economy wise right now, with the kind of interest rate currently obtainable businesses are struggling. 4 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by megastu(m): 11:18pm On Aug 27 |
Canada is a socialist and a more conservative country even more than USA. As others said, It is not impossible but very rare to earn that amount, most especially as a new comer. Again if you have 200k per annum on your offer letter as gross earnings, be sure to go hope with just around $140,000 per annum depending on your province. Focus more on well-being and a decent life in Canada than making money. Everyone will eventually be fine with varying degree of comfort. Go read the article/book " How much land does a man need by Leo Tolstoy" making money as the centre of our existence is what has put us where we are in Naija at the moment. JIREN01: 11 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by trollx: 12:01am On Aug 28 |
Hello everyone! I currently live in GTA Ontario, and considering moving from the city I am currently to London Ontario permanently with my family. I would appreciate if I can get people's opinion about living in London Ontario, is it an affordable place for family?, is it affordable to buy a house?, How is the Nigerian community like?, The job market?, The cost of living?, Safety?, Childcare subsidy in the region? Thanks in advance! I would appreciate a response from any Nigerian currently in London Ontario |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by braine(m): 12:43am On Aug 28 |
trollx: I have been to London a few times and I think it’s pretty okay for a family. It is cool and devoid of all the GTA drama. However, when it comes to jobs, I doubt you’d find anything viable there. Cost of living is pretty decent. Just ensure you have a vehicle. There are a few Nigerians moving there. I’ve not heard anything adverse about safety in that axis. The person I go to meet there got their Townhouse for 600k which is still pretty expensive if you asked me. I’m sure you’d find for the same amount around Cambridge or some parts of Kitchener. Regarding childcare subsidy? I thought that’s a province wide thing? London is generally a decent place to live, but it’s like 2 hours to Toronto, which is a red flag for someone like me who has to go to work in GTA and flex a bit. However, if you and your spouse work remotely, then you’re good. But if you are a town boy like me…. Lol. You’ll adjust sha. 5 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by trollx: 1:01am On Aug 28 |
braine:Thank so much for your input. I'm really in a dilemma. The town boy part got me laughing hard. Please, more feedback/input is needed. Thanks 🙏 |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by seunpinky(m): 10:40pm On Aug 28 |
trollx: London is a cool city to live in. People relocate for various reasons and you need to tell us what’s driving your relocation from the GTA to london ( is it due to a change of job, access to cheaper housing, change of environment (serenity). |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by CsRockefeller(m): 12:47am On Aug 29 |
Wow!! Nice to join here. Read a few pages and I love the contributions from one particular handle (can't remember your handle right now). I have so many questions. So many questions. And so many questions. However, I'll start with the ones important to my survival. I've been on this journey for some time (3 years). Initially planned it with a lady I met here on NL, before she had other plans. I'm a student, though in my early 30s, but that's not a bother. First question - How easy is it to get a citizenship by marriage? In order words, are the indigenes (Blacks and White) open to relationships with Nigerians? I pray God shouldn't bring a Nigerian lady near me ever!! Secondly, I'm into Tech/I.T and I'm also very physical (strength dey body to do physical work), I drive too by the way. I'm aware I can't work more than 24hrs a week, does that include those sides gigs and online jobs? Nice to be part of this community. By God's grace, I'd be in Niagara soon. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Ontarioo: 1:40am On Aug 29 |
CsRockefeller:Lol, you so hilarious 3 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by affoncad: 5:54am On Aug 29 |
CsRockefeller: I advise you to start looking for ways to fund your education because depending solely on working in Canada to pay your tuition fees is nearly impossible. Many international students are stressed and depressed due to financial difficulties. Regarding marriage, please forget the mentality of marrying a woman just to get documents—it is very different in Canada, and it may even land you in trouble. Canada is not like the USA. Focus on your study route and start planning for a possible PR route after you finish your studies because Canada is changing fast. Even citizens and residents are facing challenges. The government will do everything it takes to reduce immigration as the election approaches! 8 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by biggal: 5:55am On Aug 29 |
Hi, I will like to connect I got admission to Niagara too. Data analytics CsRockefeller: |
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