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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Oluwapelumi87: 9:45pm On Jul 28, 2017 |
Ekpekus: @Ekpekus Thank you for your advice. I will look into volunteering as you have advised and will share my situation with my Church members. 6 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Thetherapist: 10:03pm On Jul 28, 2017 |
Blackbuddy: This really brought me to tears. God bless you abundantly blackbuddy. May God continue to uplift you. 21 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by oohunt: 11:08pm On Jul 28, 2017 |
MummyJaygirls: Thanks for your response. I don't think I got this email. What if I did receive it and it went into my junk emails or I deleted it by mistake, what is my fate |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by jagaban12: 11:37pm On Jul 28, 2017 |
@ blackbuddy. More blessing for u and your lovely family. 4 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by 40manlappy: 11:38pm On Jul 28, 2017 |
@Blackbuddy @Fusion23 Thanks for your responses. I really appreciate 3 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 11:48pm On Jul 28, 2017 |
40manlappy: Every immigrant should consider the bold-unless ofcourse you are dangote's child 9 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by VEIL1234: 11:49pm On Jul 28, 2017 |
God bless you! Blackbuddy: 13 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by perks: 12:01am On Jul 29, 2017 |
oohunt: I believe all messages show up in your EE profile even before you receive the email in ur inbox. So login to ur EE profile and check ur messages. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by oohunt: 12:03am On Jul 29, 2017 |
40manlappy: It says Not Applicable. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by oohunt: 12:05am On Jul 29, 2017 |
perks: I just did and there are no new messages. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Yooku: 12:19am On Jul 29, 2017 |
TheCongo2: Very savage ooh |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by pauloverdi: 1:36am On Jul 29, 2017 |
salford1: Bro (I'm guessing u r a bro thanks s lot for the info. I have hands on experience with diesel engines mechanical and electriCal systems aND generators. My copr states Richmond as my destination city but I have a buddy living in nanaimo so I'm thinking I should stay in nanaimo and then after I settle I could move if I decide to. However I've been hea ring a lot about how alberta is great for the trades but also hearing that there have been a lot of job losses due to the oil price slump is really discouraging. I'm booking my flight for me and family next week and considering the distance between alberta and bc, I wouldn't want to land in bc (where i have a friend but I'm not sure of job prospects) and start looking for a way to move to alberta in a short time. Won't b funny. Pls advise. Also I'd like to challenge the red seal exams ... how do I go about doing dat and when can I start |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by 40manlappy: 2:54am On Jul 29, 2017 |
oohunt: You are likely to be on "NA2" but so that we don't derail this thread, share your timeline on the Canadian Express Entry/FSW thread using the following format, then we can continue the conversation from there. AOR XX-XX-XXXX Medical XX-XX-XXXX IP1 XX-XX-XXXX NA XX-XX-XXXX IP2 ? https://www.nairaland.com/2624318/canadian-express-entry-federal-skilled/703 4 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Oluwapelumi87: 3:05am On Jul 29, 2017 |
boldinc: @boldinc Amen! Thank you for your well wishes and prayers. God will surely bless you too! 4 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by yokus(f): 3:10am On Jul 29, 2017 |
Amazing thread. Pipi's Husband we dey hail you Sir o. Kudos to all the contributors. Salford sir, we dey enjoy the pictures sir 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 4:32am On Jul 29, 2017 |
pauloverdi: You can land anywhere irrespective of what you have on your copr aslong as it's not pnp. BC is also good for trades and has a more diversified economy. In Alberta - most industries would be oil related. In BC, there are oil, pulp, natural gas, paper e.t.c. I use to know a nigerian guy working in one of the BC oil fields. I was affected by the downturn too but Sask saved the day. The oil industry in Alberta and its economy is bouncing back if we are to go by the articles on cbc yesterday.. The farthest i have gone west is Jasper. A way of testing the market in BC would be to get on jobsites to have a feel of the market over there. For the red seal.i believe BC has the simplest procedure in challenging the exams...you would need some reference from your previous foreman or supervisor. You can visit itabc.ca for instructions. Go to that page, select your trade, then ... download the program profile and guideline. Due to the reference, you might need to start before you leave naija. Its take around 6 weeks for them to approve your application for the challenge exams and verify your references. You would also find PQs for your trade of interest. Due to your handson experience in mech systems and electrical systems..you might need to weigh your option on which one to go for....but you would need to prepare well for those exams..they are not a walk in the park. e.g For the industrial electrician, you would need to know some control and a lot of troubleshooting procedures...Good luck bro.... 10 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 4:43am On Jul 29, 2017 |
yokus:ejo ooo..i nor be sir oo. i be young man... 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by oohunt: 6:01am On Jul 29, 2017 |
40manlappy: Okay! |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by passe(m): 6:57am On Jul 29, 2017 |
@Oluwapelumni87 For some personal reasons,I only read and appreciate the contributions of members of the forum. I don't usually get involve on issues personally to avoid unwarranted issues on a faceless forum, I am not someone who who likes to make assumption on people I have not met in person.What works for someone in a particular province in Canada may not work for the best of brains in that particular province. So the idea that Toronto is not a city where one can make it is a total fallacy that can only be made by Nigerians. If you can make it in Nigeria and Europe, you will make it anywhere in the world.It is all mindset. Please don't allow anyone to tell you that you can't make it in Toronto. If for any reason, you decide to move to another province on your own accord,that is fine by me. I have gotten offers from the same Alberta and refused them,yet I have still survive Toronto till date.We are all products of our imaginations,which sets our limits and otherwise. I have worked in Financial services in Nigeria,UK and recently in Canada(with Scotia Bank) and still ended up dumping the Financial services job and acquired education on a "Recession Proof field", where I am presently working and also doing my business along side. If you are business minded,you will make millions of Money out out of nothing In Toronto, based on your ability to see things others don't see. Please try and PM me........you should be able to start something within the next 6weeks after few days training ,which csn give you financial stability to get your desired job afterwards. People who say it cannot be done should not interrupt those who are doing it. -George Bernard Shaw. 78 Likes 9 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by papaking1(m): 7:27am On Jul 29, 2017 |
Anybody in Winnipeg here? I was a business minded civil servant in Nigeria and had a liking for management (Studied Public Administration) I have always wanted to become a business development manager and would love to go the way of management here. Though my cousins here are not enthusiastic about it, I feel there are prospects for me as I see a lot of management positions on offer. I intend to take a job as a management trainee while I look for management courses to take, while building my management and Canadian job experience at the same time. What do you guys please think about a management career in Canada generally? Two good heads, as they say is better than one. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Morbolar: 7:40am On Jul 29, 2017 |
TheCongo2: I would say dis is a very mild comment after reading maternal's responses to that person's post. Pls lets try to give people the benefit of doubt at least till they prove us wrong and lets be a little bit more sensitive. Shikena 7 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by boldinc(m): 8:16am On Jul 29, 2017 |
Thanks for your kind and enlightening words... It would be nice if you could please share tips on how to start your own business in Canada (maybe Toronto where you have vast experience). I'm leaning towards living in London, but not limiting where my wife or I would work/setup up business... Definitely within Ontario. I am business minded and have always had my own businesses, which would keep running themselves even while I'm away in Canada. Done a lot of research lately and I have decided to learn more on Supply Chain & Logistics Management. I really do not have any prior knowledge in the field, but I intend to get a diploma and do a small job on the side or voluntary work just to gain experience while studying. I believe the work experience and Diploma would help get a good job eventually or start up a business as I actually plan to own my own trucks... I learnt moving is big in Canada. Thanks for your response in anticipation. passe: 5 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by jassymama: 10:03am On Jul 29, 2017 |
Good morning all, please can you tell how I will go about carrying food stuffs? I intend packing fish, crayfish, etc. Please advice. Thanks 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Zibah14: 10:12am On Jul 29, 2017 |
Hi everyone I've been a silent follower of this thread since i discovered it some weeks ago and i must say it has been very fascinating (sometimes scary ) reading the posts of my dear seniors here . @blackbuddy , thanks a lot for being such an encourager on this forum. Please i need your advice seeing as i also have a banking background (core operations-settlement). I already have my visa and copr and would be coming to toronto in january. My greatest worry now is getting a job when i land. I'm coming alone and would be staying with family friends, but i would like to find my feet as soon as possible as i wouldn't like to overstay my welcome. Could you please advise on courses i can take or things i can start doing right now that would make it easier to get a job when i land in january? I would really appreciate a response please. I wouldn't mind other people's input too (not just @blackbuddy). Please help a worried sister Thanks. Blackbuddy: 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 10:47am On Jul 29, 2017 |
What a thread. I enjoyed every bit of it. Canada,from what I have read here is really a good and accommodating country. There is this small story I wanna share with u guys here. While in d uni,I was into biz. Was making money and taking care of stuffs. One day a biz trip took me to one city. I had my tfare going and coming with extra topping. But things didn't go as planned. My return money and d extra was used to redeem my goods and night was fast approaching. To add salt to injury I have one scary test to write the next morning. And man hasn't finished cramming. Can u ever finish anyway. I put pride aside and walked to two gents after watching them from far and got on my knees. But first I showed them my school I'd card and the receipts of my purchase. These guys didn't doubt me at all. Didn't wait for me to finish and gave me more than enough while encouraging me. That was a very big miracle for me that day. Luckily I joined the last bus of the day. Sometimes life hit us hard when we least expect it. All the best to u all. Maybe one day I will holiday in this wonderful country. 32 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Demo213: 10:54am On Jul 29, 2017 |
@Blackbuddy, I've been following your thread for quite sometime and I cannot but comment on your dept of maturity and leadership. God bless you real good bro, and you will continue to expand and increase in Grace. Thanks for lending a hand to someone in need. Blackbuddy: 6 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Oluwapelumi87: 12:03pm On Jul 29, 2017 |
passe: @passe Good Morning to you my Brother! Thank you for making an exception and taking the time to send me a positive and encouraging message. I truly appreciate it. I claim my stake and portion in Toronto, as I believe wholeheartedly that the Lord has heard and over-answered my prayers and petitions, in the name of Jesus. Thank you also for allowing me to message you privately and for your kind offer to connect me with something that can give me financial stability. God bless you Sir! 8 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by pauloverdi: 12:25pm On Jul 29, 2017 |
Would like to hear from anyone with info or work experience wit any sector of the armed forces in canada. How does a migrant get in? 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by MummyJaygirls: 12:42pm On Jul 29, 2017 |
jassymama: Please I'm interested too in this topic. Woman matter 9 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by 40manlappy: 12:57pm On Jul 29, 2017 |
Zibah14: I am still awaiting COPR but let me share what I have done: I followed all the "Big 5" banks in Canada-Bank of Montreal (BMO), Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank), the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC), the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD)-on Linkedin. I noticed that quite a number of Nigerians are working in these banks. Next is to send connection requests to some of them incorporating the strategy suggested by @Blackbuddy. On professional certifications, I am still researching CSC. Let us hear from our landed immigrants. 6 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by salford1: 1:55pm On Jul 29, 2017 |
pauloverdi:You need your citizenship to get into CA forces. 6 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Ballerz: 2:36pm On Jul 29, 2017 |
maternal: Quite harsh and a little condescending. Emotional intelligence is key. We are all humans. My opinion though. 26 Likes 2 Shares |
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