Yes true, @Salford1, show us your trip to church today or somefn. ...anything.....TheCongo2,you taking the kids out today? Pls post somefn from your outing....

Oyamade:


Phew!!! Its already twisting to a gender argument..

Pls, salford, blackbuddy, Congo and the canny crew, pls update more pictures to get us out of this mood

toyogirl:
You should be fine....although, a friend once said the quality of what you get when you order from outside naija might be different from when you're ure in naija(I don't have a 1st hand experience)...you may try ASOS,if you find their prices reasonable

Okay will check that out too. Thank you.

@Salford1, Blackbuddy, TheCongo2, maternal et Al, so how's Canadian workplace like, really? We've heard about how nice Canadians are....I've also read that you shdnt ask your colleagues personal stuff after exchanging normal greetings like "good morning" & "how are you" and the likes, you shdnt ask how was your night or how are the children doing and stuff....how true?

This may sound silly, but with all that cold during winter, I wonder how ladies dress to work? I assume it wd be very easy for the men...If I have to commute by public transit, how do I manage all them layers?

On a more serious note. .. I'm trying to draw up a budget, for the first few months after we arrive canada, and I would like some advice from the seniors. What's the most realistic estimate for monthly expenses (just the basics ie food and clothing) for a family of 4 in canada/bc. Please those that understand where I'm coming from should answer. I know from the time when we land funds are precious and should be held as long as possible. I believe knowing what to expect helps me brace myself better for the shock. . Waiting for your responses

toyogirl:
Yes true, @Salford1, show us your trip to church today or somefn. ...anything.....TheCongo2,you taking the kids out today? Pls post somefn from your outing....

Lmao.... Nicole onise face your work o. Lol
Some men cannot just take it when a woman can express herself bluntly... ego bruised everywhere. Someone was even cringing at selfish women, I hope the person cringes at selfish men too.

Canadians will just be on their way to church Or in church jare. They'll post later.

Nobody called me sha but let me post to end the arguments.
Pic 1: Northern lights show at Peace tower Ottawa.

Pic 2: peace tower during the day

Make dem do quick abeg b4 we declare state of emergency here

bbaby84:


Lmao.... Nicole onise face your work o. Lol
Some men cannot just take it when a woman can express herself bluntly... ego bruised everywhere. Someone was even cringing at selfish women, I hope the person cringes at selfish men too.

Canadians will just be on their way to church Or in church jare. They'll post later.

Blessings fall on you

maziude:
Nobody called me sha but let me post to end the arguments.
Pic 1: Northern lights show at Peace tower Ottawa.

Pic 2: peace tower during the day

Pic 1: Notre Dame Cathedral, Ottawa

Pic 2: A part of Byward market, Ottawa

@ the clothing aspect, most especially where/how to get reasonable deals for winter gear for those who want to dare the weather, planning to land in December

cc:MummyJaygirls

pauloverdi:
On a more serious note. .. I'm trying to draw up a budget, for the first few months after we arrive canada, and I would like some advice from the seniors. What's the most realistic estimate for monthly expenses (just the basics ie food and clothing) for a family of 4 in canada/bc. Please those that underating where I'm coming from should answer. I know from the time when we land funds are precious and should be held as long as possible. I believe knowing what to expect helps me brace myself better for the shock. . Waiting for your responses

Pic 1. Local delicacy in ottawa-
Regular Poutine = fries+cheese+gravy

Pic 2: una sabi this one... regular fried rice join chicken.

They also have packaged iya basira sha.

Summer and bbq are inseparable

toyogirl:
Blessings fall on you

Amen boss

Kayla10:


It is still her opinion and story however, and none of you have the right to censor her. I find that some men (especially Nigerian men) are bothered by women like her who expressly know what they want and refuse to settle. It is okay for men to all day errday choose to selectively court and woo beautiful women, but women are denied such luxuries as well. When a woman states what she unequivocally wants, all y'all start losing your s**t. E dey pain abi? Mtchewwwww!!!!!

....And I find it absolutely inane and immature that people always resort to the ridiculous "you will be 40 and unmarried line". So what if she is 40 and unmarried? Pray tell, would that mean she couldn't live a marvelous life? Why do some people insist on foisting silly expectations on women?!! Some of you won't be happy till women are cowering and existing as token handmaids.

@Nicoletheo, please DO YOU! You feel me, do whatever you think you need to do for yourself. These ones here flapping their gums won't come and live in your home with you. They won't be there when s**t get real; many people are only great at giving nonsense advice and opinions so feel free to ignore the heck outta them.

And finally una wey dey follow that Alikote talk na una make mistake; his english alone was a dead giveaway. Una for just know sey e no fit talk better something....mtchewwwwwww!!!

Hmmmm just learn from the experienced ones that u don't say everything in public; it will always come back to hunt ya. Frankly I don't give a hoot what she does with her lil self but keep it asu from this thread so no one gets judgmental. We r here for canny n should discuss such not derailing to dating advice. So back to d matter at hand: canny land

Hamiltondreamer:
Hello please has anyone here bought clothes from Ali Express? I saw some affordable winter jackets and winter caps on that site and they deliver to Nigeria .

I'll suggest you come here before you buy winter jacket. Even UK's winter jacket is no match for the cold in Canada.

Nice one ! Please for all the Ottawa hopefuls in d house, can you help with the different neighborshoods vs areas best for apartments/condos. Am not getting adequate info on google. I need info on safest area,
those with affordable housing but still close to malls, public commute and lots of daycare creche in the neighborhood. Thanks in advance. Btw, is the Ottawa-Gatineau CMA in Ontario. Would also love to mix with french locals.

maziude:
Nobody called me sha but let me post to end the arguments.
Pic 1: Northern lights show at Peace tower Ottawa.

Pic 2: peace tower during the day

toyogirl:
@Salford1, Blackbuddy, TheCongo2, maternal et Al, so how's Canadian workplace like, really? We've heard about how nice Canadians are....I've also read that you shdnt ask your colleagues personal stuff after exchanging normal greetings like "good morning" & "how are you" and the likes, you shdnt ask how was your night or how are the children doing and stuff....how true?

This may sound silly, but with all that cold during winter, I wonder how ladies dress to work? I assume it wd be very easy for the men...If I have to commute by public transit, how do I manage all them layers?

Yes you heard right. Unless they vonlunteed that information please do not do the asking. Canadians love their space and don't appreciate anyone being in their space.

Also Canadians are nice and polite but that doesn't mean they like you. So you have to be careful how you balance that. They may be your friends but that does not mean they won't report you if you are late, or came back late from lunch or are slacking on the job.

Get to work on time, if you are running late call your boss directly ( don't make running late a habit) do not call a colleague to tell your boss you will be late, they find this disrespectful. If your boss doesn't pick, leave a voice msg. And when you get to work go report to your boss so they know what time you got it. People get fired for this.

Be nice to your Canadian colleagues but don't believe you are friends. I know, it's complicated.

Absolutely no phone in the workplace. If you have an important call you can go pick outside.

For the cold part, you need a base layer. Thermal long Johns. I bought a brand heat holder. I wear that one under my jeans and I take the bus. I don't wear dresses or skirts when it's really cold.

Most Canadian workplaces are scent free. That doesn't mean you can't wear one but look for one with mild scent and don't bathe in it. Also you will need deodorants because multiple layers is only good outside when you get inside its hot and then you start sweating. A lot of immigrants start having problems with body odour because it's new. A deodorant will take care care of that. What I did is that I stopped wearing the base layer.

Also avoid taking foods with strong flavour to work.

Epistle

Please, I heard of recent that with ICAN membership, you can get a study permit and visa to go to cpa Atlantic school of business and run your cpa conversion program.

Please has anyone tried this?

How easy is it to get a visa and study permit from naija.

I've sent mails to cpa Atlantic which covers new foundland, new brunswick and Bermuda, I was told ICAN membership gives one a waiver and then you complete the exams to get cpa and you have to be in canada to achieve that.

Please anyone has the experience here?

honey86:


I'll suggest you come here before you buy winter jacket. Even UK's winter jacket is no match for the cold in Canada.

But how will I move from the airport to my hotel/house. I don't have any family in Canada.

Hamiltondreamer:

But how will I move from the airport to my hotel/house. I don't have any family in Canada.

You can buy from China then you buy a new one when you land. I bought my first jacket from okirika shop in naija.

Epistle ke? Your response has been helpful!

One other thing I've always wondered is how do they manage with sitting for long hours? I will just faint!

Also,one wd have thought that given the status of the nation as 'developed', we shd also be able to clock-in and clock-out...

On bad weather days where you need to stay off the roads, must you also call your boss to inform him you'll be absent even tho its public knowledge that the weather is bad? Sorry if this sounds silly but it's good to know cos you know how we do stuff here

honey86:


Yes you heard right. Unless they vonlunteed that information please do not do the asking. Canadians love their space and don't appreciate anyone being in their space.

Also Canadians are nice and polite but that doesn't mean they like you. So you have to be careful how you balance that. They may be your friends but that does not mean they won't report you if you are late, or came back late from lunch or are slacking on the job.

Get to work on time, if you are running late call your boss directly ( don't make running late a habit) do not call a colleague to tell your boss you will be late, they find this disrespectful. If your boss doesn't pick, leave a voice msg. And when you get to work go report to your boss so they know what time you got it. People get fired for this.

Be nice to your Canadian colleagues but don't believe you are friends. I know, it's complicated.

Absolutely no phone in the workplace. If you have an important call you can go pick outside.

For the cold part, you need a base layer. Thermal long Johns. I bought a brand heat holder. I wear that one under my jeans and I take the bus. I don't wear dresses or skirts when it's really cold.

Most Canadian workplaces are scent free. That doesn't mean you can't wear one but look for one with mild scent and don't bathe in it. Also you will need deodorants because multiple layers is only good outside when you get inside its hot and then you start sweating. A lot of immigrants start having problems with body odour because it's new. A deodorant will take care care of that. What I did is that I stopped wearing the base layer.

Also avoid taking foods with strong flavour to work.

Epistle

Nwandy218:
Nice one ! Please for all the Ottawa hopefuls in d house, can you help with the different neighborshoods vs areas best for apartments/condos. Am not getting adequate info on google. I need info on safest area,
those with affordable housing but still close to malls, public commute and lots of daycare creche in the neighborhood. Thanks in advance. Btw, is the Ottawa-Gatineau CMA in Ontario. Would also love to mix with french locals.

Hello boss,
I have been here for just a month though.

So, I might not be entirely correct.

It all depends on your budget...
For cheap rent, it is usually in the Quebec side (Gatineau area, hull etc) with services and quite close to downtown. At the moment I stay in Orleans, the rent there aint bad though.

For transport: Buses get to almost everywhere.

In terms of security, well I have heard from some friends that some part especially the byward areas, are bit rough.
But, then it depends on your routine.

For french locals, I think there is a good mix of them in Ottawa, then more in Gatineau. So, you are covered.

I hope this helps.

Regards,
Mazi

Yeah I got somethings ( not clothes tho) on Ali express and it was arrived Nigeria after 40days I think. I picked up the stuff from Nipost office on Mobolaji Bank Anthony road.

Hamiltondreamer:
Hello please has anyone here bought clothes from Ali Express? I saw some affordable winter jackets and winter caps on that site and they deliver to Nigeria .

Nwandy218:
Nice one ! Please for all the Ottawa hopefuls in d house, can you help with the different neighborshoods vs areas best for apartments/condos. Am not getting adequate info on google. I need info on safest area,
those with affordable housing but still close to malls, public commute and lots of daycare creche in the neighborhood. Thanks in advance. Btw, is the Ottawa-Gatineau CMA in Ontario. Would also love to mix with french locals.

Came across the following link while researching. Looking at Ottawa-Gatineau CMA too

Source: https://www.livingin-canada.com/where-to-live-in-ottawa.html

cc: GlitteringStar, SlowlybtSurely

Adiahabasi:
Eyen aka, saw your e-mails, I replied but keeps bouncing back. Wld try with another alternative email addy.

Ok Eyeneka...i'll be expecting your email. Thank you

kingspaco:
Please our seniors in the house especially those in the construction related field, i would like to know what career path would be cool (in terms of pay, job security and probably possibility of working with the govt.) for someone who had a first degree in Quantity Surveying and M.Sc in Estate management. I have done a brief research on my own and found out that for me to practice Quantity Surveying, i need to become a member of Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors and of course i'll need to do some courses within the institute and take professional exams. Also for me to be a Certified Property Manager (CPM) i'll have to spend 3 years of qualifying experience before taking Exams. Please i'll need advice on the prospect of these two professions in Canada.

I also found a Graduate diploma course in Construction management which when completed will help me on the path of becoming a Construction Manager. i really wouldn't mind taking the diploma course as it will add up to my Canadian education experience and certificate but i really don't have any idea of how the Construction job opportunities are and if construction opportunities varies based on different provinces. I will appreciate a more detailed advice and insight on this Construction management path.

May i also add that i have passion for the IT world and wouldn't mind starting afresh on the IT career path as IT seems to be a sort after profession in Canada and the world at large. Please kindly advice a brother on some short courses that could set me going on the IT path.

Thank you and God bless

So no one is actually kind enough to help me with answers to my questions, i want to believe they're actually busy.
pls cc: blackbuddy, salford1, maternal,thecongo, epp a brother. Cheers

Kayla10:
...And frankly for the ones spewing all that sexist nonsense and nursing the obodo oyibo dream simultaneously, y'all might need to learn how to curate your more incendiary and insensitive thoughts and remarks because these places are not like Nigeria where you can go spouting off your unquantified assertions and projecting your biases on others. If you find that you cannot however, as the deity you worship has placed upon you the burden of being the wise sage (read aproko) that others need (but really do not want), please it may be time for you to enroll in a Bachelors in Minding your own Damn Business. Na help I dey help una because I can tell you for free right now, that such behavior will not be tolerated where una dey plan go.

Hahahahaahaha!!!!! My kinda girl. We would get along in real life hahaha

toyogirl:
@Salford1, Blackbuddy, TheCongo2, maternal et Al, so how's Canadian workplace like, really? We've heard about how nice Canadians are....I've also read that you shdnt ask your colleagues personal stuff after exchanging normal greetings like "good morning" & "how are you" and the likes, you shdnt ask how was your night or how are the children doing and stuff....how true?

This may sound silly, but with all that cold during winter, I wonder how ladies dress to work? I assume it wd be very easy for the men...If I have to commute by public transit, how do I manage all them layers?

I don't know why anybody will be asking their fellow human being how was your night

That is a very intrusive question. I don't even answer people who ask me that here in Nigeria. So if I told you Oga loved me real good, what would you say? Very very intrusive question. Even for Naija

honey86:


Yes you heard right. Unless they vonlunteed that information please do not do the asking. Canadians love their space and don't appreciate anyone being in their space.

Also Canadians are nice and polite but that doesn't mean they like you. So you have to be careful how you balance that. They may be your friends but that does not mean they won't report you if you are late, or came back late from lunch or are slacking on the job.

Get to work on time, if you are running late call your boss directly ( don't make running late a habit) do not call a colleague to tell your boss you will be late, they find this disrespectful. If your boss doesn't pick, leave a voice msg. And when you get to work go report to your boss so they know what time you got it. People get fired for this.

Be nice to your Canadian colleagues but don't believe you are friends. I know, it's complicated.

Absolutely no phone in the workplace. If you have an important call you can go pick outside.

For the cold part, you need a base layer. Thermal long Johns. I bought a brand heat holder. I wear that one under my jeans and I take the bus. I don't wear dresses or skirts when it's really cold.

Most Canadian workplaces are scent free. That doesn't mean you can't wear one but look for one with mild scent and don't bathe in it. Also you will need deodorants because multiple layers is only good outside when you get inside its hot and then you start sweating. A lot of immigrants start having problems with body odour because it's new. A deodorant will take care care of that. What I did is that I stopped wearing the base layer.

Also avoid taking foods with strong flavour to work.

Epistle

Absolutely no phone in the work place ke? Except you work where you deal with customers....but my previous job encouraged phones sef. Whatsapp and IMs. The bit about most Canadian workplaces are scent free, I also disagree. Yes some people have health related issues with scents but it's not a National rule for companies to be scent free. Please don't scare people, different companies have different rules. It's not one rule for every work place.
My advice to anyone, get to your intended city and LEARN THE CULTURE THERE.

No two cities in Canada are the same. Neither are the people. From experience, Winnipeg folks are more friendly than say folks in Toronto. So you can't take your experience in Winnipeg and label it all of Canada. The first company I worked in Winnipeg was rigid as it was privately owned, so they were rules about scents, the second company was a company full of Mechanical and Design engineers. 90% male dominated and the work atmosphere was very relaxed. You can wear whatever you prefer to work and work with your laptop in any place you feel comfortable working from. As long as you met your productivity and deadlines.

40manlappy:


Came across the following link while researching.......

Thank you, boss