Nwandy218:
Hello Fam,

Please we are still in research and decision stage and we need your help. Family of 4, an infant and a toddler. Is it possible to land and process PR in Ottawa but live in Gatineau/ Quebec. Will I be allowed to enroll my children in Que daycare ? I speak french, so language is not a barrier but got ITA through FSW.

No, unless you got PR through Quebec CSQ programme, you can't settle in Quebec with your PR obtained via FSW. You can land, process entry in Ottawa and settle anywhere in Canada except Quebec if you got your PR through Federal ITA. If you got your PR through Provincial Nomination then you can settle only in your nominating province initially. Based on what I've seen since landing here, you can relocate to Quebec or away from Quebec if they nominated you AFTER you become a Canadian citizen. Same applies for provincial nominees that I've met who relocated to other provinces after getting their citizenship.

Blackbuddy:


No, unless you got PR through Quebec CSQ programme, you can't settle in Quebec with your PR obtained via FSW. You can land, process entry in Ottawa and settle anywhere in Canada except Quebec if you got your PR through Federal ITA. If you got your PR through Provincial Nomination then you can settle only in your nominating province initially. Based on what I've seen since landing here, you can relocate to Quebec or away from Quebec if they nominated you AFTER you become a Canadian citizen. Same applies for provincial nominees that I've met who relocated to other provinces after getting their citizenship.

Wooow are you for real , so with my PR if i get a job in Montreal ,I cannot move?

I only thought you cannot land?

But you have a point i think at the point of entry when they ask for an address to send your PR Card. I dont think you can use a Quebec address

Hello everyone. I see the thread is gaining momentum.

So, I now have my class 5 license after successfully passing the road test yesterday. I passed both the knowledge and road tests at first attempt. I'm quite happy about this as I really didn't want to waste money. The advanced road test is $145 in Alberta.

Tips for the knowledge test. Read the book - the driver's manual and download apps for the practice tests. I think the AMA app was the most useful in my experience. Go for the test just after practicing. By this I mean, don't finish reading the book or practicing tests and then give yourself 5-7 days' break before taking the test. You would have forgotten most of what you read. When you're taking the test, skip questions that you are not sure of in the first instance. Reason being that once you get more than 5 questions wrong, the system automatically marks you as failed. There are 30 questions, you need to get 25 correct. If you skip the ones you don't know, you get to answer the ones you know first after which the skipped questions come back and you can then make a calculated guess. I got 23 correctly when I did the test and skipped 7, so I only had to make a calculated guess for 2 more questions which I did and passed.

Tips for the road test. Read the book, make sure you know the rules. If you have a valid license, drive for the 90 days you're allowed to as it helps you familiarise yourself with the roads and rules. If you can, you can pay a driving instructor for a few classes. I didn't do this as I wanted to save money.
However, I paid an instructor for an hour for a pre test to assess my driving a day before I took the road test. If you're in Calgary, I hear the southwest registries are a lot tougher than the northeast registries. I don't know how true it is but I went to the NE for my road test to avoid stories that touch.

@adiahabasi

I can only comment based on my experience thus far which is most likely limited in its scope. I like Calgary, it's a lovely city. The areas to avoid based on popular opinion, is the north east and some parts of south east. Incidences of crime and addiction are higher there.
However, I've been to areas in the SE like McKenzie towne, new Brighton, milrise which are all very lovely areas. I've been to the NE a few times and I think it's probably one of the old areas in Calgary. During the day, it appears fine to me. It's more commercialised as well. Lots of Asian shops.
Generally, downtown which is the business district is best avoided at night as well. I think this rule applies to all urban cities.

The NE is also the area to purchase halal meats , frozen fish, tomatoes and stuff in bulk at cheap prices. Also car repair shops are cheaper there. I recently got my car tyres changed at $35/each as service charge in the SW and apparently found out there's a shop in the NE that does it for $20/each.

School districts. I don't know much about this but I do know that the SW has good school districts. You can easily find out by checking the school ratings in Alberta online.

High brow areas in Calgary. Aspen in the SW and Chestermere in the NW. I've been to both. That's where you see houses that stand on an acre of land with each driveway displaying range rovers, Mercedes etc etc. The 2 persons I've visited there are Nigerians. One is a medical doctor and another is a successful business owner.

Getting stuff at bargain prices. kijiji.ca is the way to go. Also varagesale app for the Calgary area. Initially kijiji was a bit frustrating for me to use because I felt there were way too many posts and having to wade through it seemed like a herculean task. However, it is still the place to go. You can get unbelievable deals. For instance we bought our deep freezer for $20 off someone who posted it on kijiji. She just needed it gone as she was moving. We also got our car off someone on kijiji for a really good price. It's also a good forum to list stuff you wanna give away for free or sell. People even list their businesses (mostly franchises) on kijiji for sale.

vcole:
@adiahabasi

I can only comment based on my experience thus far which is most likely limited in its scope. I like Calgary, it's a lovely city. The areas to avoid based on popular opinion, is the north east and some parts of south east. Incidences of crime and addiction are higher there.
However, I've been to areas in the SE like McKenzie towne, new Brighton, milrise which are all very lovely areas. I've been to the NE a few times and I think it's probably one of the old areas in Calgary. During the day, it appears fine to me. It's more commercialised as well. Lots of Asian shops.
Generally, downtown which is the business district is best avoided at night as well. I think this rule applies to all urban cities.

The NE is also the area to purchase halal meats , frozen fish, tomatoes and stuff in bulk at cheap prices. Also car repair shops are cheaper there. I recently got my car tyres changed at $35/each as service charge in the SW and apparently found out there's a shop in the NE that does it for $20/each.

School districts. I don't know much about this but I do know that the SW has good school districts. You can easily find out by checking the school ratings in Alberta online.

High brow areas in Calgary. Aspen in the SW and Chestermere in the NW. I've been to both. That's where you see houses that stand on an acre of land with each driveway displaying range rovers, Mercedes etc etc. The 2 persons I've visited there are Nigerians. One is a medical doctor and another is a successful business owner.

Getting stuff at bargain prices. kijiji.ca is the way to go. Also varagesale app for the Calgary area. Initially kijiji was a bit frustrating for me to use because I felt there were way too many posts and having to wade through it seemed like a herculean task. However, it is still the place to go. You can get unbelievable deals. For instance we bought our deep freezer for $20 off someone who posted it on kijiji. She just needed it gone as she was moving. We also got our car off someone on kijiji for a really good price. It's also a good forum to list stuff you wanna give away for free or sell. People even list their businesses (mostly franchises) on kijiji for sale.

Awww Vcole, God bless you plenty plenty

Nwandy218:
Hello Fam,

Please we are still in research and decision stage and we need your help. Family of 4, an infant and a toddler. Is it possible to land and process PR in Ottawa but live in Gatineau/ Quebec. Will I be allowed to enroll my children in Que daycare ? I speak french, so language is not a barrier but got ITA through FSW.

See what I found out via the following links and IRCC's Twitter handle. Take note of references to the statutes.

Of course, you cannot do your landing formalities in Quebec.

cc: Blackbuddy, Fusion23

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/about-pr.asp

https://www.quora.com/Does-Canada-Express-Entry-PR-allow-someone-to-work-in-Quebec-as-well

http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/living-and-working-in-quebec-as-a-fsw-immigrant.440737/

Fusion23:


Wooow are you for real , so with my PR if i get a job in Montreal ,I cannot move?

I only thought you cannot land?

But you have a point i think at the point of entry when they ask for an address to send your PR Card. I dont think you can use a Quebec address

You are free to live in Quebec as a FSW immigrant once you complete your landing formalities in any other province aside Quebec.

40manlappy:


See what I found out via the following links and IRCC's Twitter handle. Take note of references to the statutes.

Of course, you cannot do your landing formalities in Quebec.

cc: Blackbuddy, Fusion23

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/about-pr.asp

https://www.quora.com/Does-Canada-Express-Entry-PR-allow-someone-to-work-in-Quebec-as-well

http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/living-and-working-in-quebec-as-a-fsw-immigrant.440737/

The clarification provided between landing and settling is appreciated, thanks much.

Olabekee:
mummyjaygirls I am interested

Hello Olabekee...
All u need to do is register online for the planning for canada orientation. here is websit for registration.
https://www.planningforcanada.ca
You will have to upload a copy of your PPR/PUM/COPR & some people have used ITA/AOR.
The admin will contact u after registration, with a list of available venues. pls choose PH. If PH is not on the list, pls send a reply to d email, indicating you would prefer a session in PH.
Let us know how it goes.
Cheers.

follyzee:
Hello House

I'm new on this forum and I have taken time to scan thru the previous pages. I must commend the detailed responses, supports n advice being given.

I'm an express entry candidate awaiting COPR, however I have been trying to get all necessary info.

I am contemplating living in Saskatchewan with my family.
Pls what is the cheap route there ie which airport is adviSable and which airline.

2 Pls I don't seem to understand the frsc issue. Am I suppose to get a letter from them b4 leaving nigeria

3 pls would really appreciate if someone living in Saskatchewan can give a vivid description and advice on which area to live in

4 regarding my occupation, I'm an accountant with ACCA, I will appreciate any advise from someone in my field

Thanks alot as I await ur responses

I am headed your way too.....
I havent really seen great reviews about sask so i am also considering Alberta.
I still have a while before landing so i keep researching.
Pls mention me when u see useful info about sask anywhere.

Nice one vcole.

@vcole and @Blackbuddy you both rock!!!

Nice tips vcole. Thanks

Thanks a lot bro. Please does that also mean the kids can be enrolled in a school in Gatineau ? @blackbuddy,
thanks too. Just trying to weigh all options available.

40manlappy:


See what I found out via the following links and IRCC's Twitter handle. Take note of references to the statutes.

Of course, you cannot do your landing formalities in Quebec.

cc: Blackbuddy, Fusion23

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/about-pr.asp

https://www.quora.com/Does-Canada-Express-Entry-PR-allow-someone-to-work-in-Quebec-as-well

http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/living-and-working-in-quebec-as-a-fsw-immigrant.440737/

Hi Sotaj, are you currently in Quebec ?

SOTAJ:


You are free to live in Quebec as a FSW immigrant once you complete your landing formalities in any other province aside Quebec.

vcole:
@adiahabasi

I can only comment based on my experience thus far which is most likely limited in its scope. I like Calgary, it's a lovely city. The areas to avoid based on popular opinion, is the north east and some parts of south east. Incidences of crime and addiction are higher there.
However, I've been to areas in the SE like McKenzie towne, new Brighton, milrise which are all very lovely areas. I've been to the NE a few times and I think it's probably one of the old areas in Calgary. During the day, it appears fine to me. It's more commercialised as well. Lots of Asian shops.
Generally, downtown which is the business district is best avoided at night as well. I think this rule applies to all urban cities.

The NE is also the area to purchase halal meats , frozen fish, tomatoes and stuff in bulk at cheap prices. Also car repair shops are cheaper there. I recently got my car tyres changed at $35/each as service charge in the SW and apparently found out there's a shop in the NE that does it for $20/each.

School districts. I don't know much about this but I do know that the SW has good school districts. You can easily find out by checking the school ratings in Alberta online.

High brow areas in Calgary. Aspen in the SW and Chestermere in the NW. I've been to both. That's where you see houses that stand on an acre of land with each driveway displaying range rovers, Mercedes etc etc. The 2 persons I've visited there are Nigerians. One is a medical doctor and another is a successful business owner.

Getting stuff at bargain prices. kijiji.ca is the way to go. Also varagesale app for the Calgary area. Initially kijiji was a bit frustrating for me to use because I felt there were way too many posts and having to wade through it seemed like a herculean task. However, it is still the place to go. You can get unbelievable deals. For instance we bought our deep freezer for $20 off someone who posted it on kijiji. She just needed it gone as she was moving. We also got our car off someone on kijiji for a really good price. It's also a good forum to list stuff you wanna give away for free or sell. People even list their businesses (mostly franchises) on kijiji for sale.

Great info vcole.
However, a few additions;
Current crime stats from the calgary police website shows SW with the highest crime rates with places like Belt line and downtown like you have mentioned. Chestermere is not in the NW, it is located east of calgary about 10 minutes off 16th or 17th Ave SE.

Overall, Calgary is a beautiful place to live and safe as well if you know the places to avoid. Cheers

Hi ugoiyke79e

I will,

Keep me posted too.

Cheers

ugoiyke79e:


I am headed your way too.....
I havent really seen great reviews about sask so i am also considering Alberta.
I still have a while before landing so i keep researching.
Pls mention me when u see useful info about sask anywhere.

Tanx czaratwork,

looking forward to Sunday

Cheers

Tanx alot

Cheers

Babachi:

Check out jumiatravel or wakanow website for good flight deals to Canada
Yeah you can get a letter from FRSC before travelling. Someone posted the link a few pages back. My uncle also said its possible to get the letter from the Nigerian high commission in Canada for about 20dollars

7th august, don't know my VO. When did u submit yours, did u pay for return envelope. I did not pay for return envelope

Blingyrie:

Pls when did u submit your pp at Accra for stamping? Wch vo processed ya app? Mine is being delayed

40manlappy:


See what I found out via the following links and IRCC's Twitter handle. Take note of references to the statutes.

Of course, you cannot do your landing formalities in Quebec.

cc: Blackbuddy, Fusion23

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/about-pr.asp

https://www.quora.com/Does-Canada-Express-Entry-PR-allow-someone-to-work-in-Quebec-as-well

http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/living-and-working-in-quebec-as-a-fsw-immigrant.440737/

Thanks for this. We should all take time and research things for ourselves, to avoid being misinformed. Yes, we can ask questions....but we also need to take time and verify the answers we're given so we don't work on assumptions. There's always Google and CIC FAQ if in doubt.

follyzee:
7th august, don't know my VO. When did u submit yours, did u pay for return envelope. I did not pay for return envelope

No didn't pay for returned envelope; dey received ma pp aug 9th. Should I send dem a mail?

Please who lives in Quebec here

Hello all. Pls must u notarize funds from any member if my family?

40manlappy:


See what I found out via the following links and IRCC's Twitter handle. Take note of references to the statutes.

Of course, you cannot do your landing formalities in Quebec.

cc: Blackbuddy, Fusion23

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/about-pr.asp

https://www.quora.com/Does-Canada-Express-Entry-PR-allow-someone-to-work-in-Quebec-as-well

http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/living-and-working-in-quebec-as-a-fsw-immigrant.440737/

Does this mean if one books a flight to say Edmonton, Alta and this was routed through Montreal the person won't be allowed to enter Canada because he is FSW? I need to clarify this because I'm about booking flight ticket soon to Alberta.

CC blackbuddy

Hello haus, got a question.

So if one spends 3 cumulative years in Canada, can d person apply for citizenship, before d 5 years elapses? Or must d person wait to complete d 5years b4 applying for citizenship??

freeradical:
Does this mean if one books a flight to say Edmonton, Alta and this was routed through Montreal the person won't be allowed to enter Canada because he is FSW? I need to clarify this because I'm about booking flight ticket soon to Alberta.

CC blackbuddy

You will definitely be able to land and also go on to complete your journey.

Blackbuddy:


You will definitely be able to land and also go on to complete your journey.

Thanks bro. What a relief!

hi.. please i'll appreciate any advice on how to get affordable furniture and the basic essentials to make a 2 bedroom apartment live-able for a family of 4 in the Vancouver area. we plan on landing before mid October. Gracias

pauloverdi:
hi.. please i'll appreciate any advice on how to get affordable furniture and the basic essentials to make a 2 bedroom apartment live-able for a family of 4 in the Vancouver area. we plan on landing before mid October. Gracias

Use kijiji.ca

Nwandy218:
Hi Sotaj, are you currently in Quebec ?

No, I am in Alberta.

Blingyrie:
Hello haus, got a question.

So if one spends 3 cumulative years in Canada, can d person apply for citizenship, before d 5 years elapses? Or must d person wait to complete d 5years b4 applying for citizenship??

Yes, with the new rule that replaces the old one effective from October.