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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by vascey(m): 9:19am On Jan 29, 2018 |
Fusion23: I think its something to do with secrecy. Could you shed more light on this? What is the process? Is it something that can be gotten by an immigrant? if yes, what are the requirements? |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by mamacajah: 9:19am On Jan 29, 2018 |
maziude:@maziude, please I sent you an email, please respond. Thanks. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by laborel: 9:46am On Jan 29, 2018 |
Thank you so much @tribeD. Please can you share your email with me via yemadesola@gmail.com Thanks. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by laborel: 9:50am On Jan 29, 2018 |
Hello, Can we connect on this subject matter? Thanks. Good morning Canadians. Please is any one who is leaving soon willing to sell off their TV? The one in my bedroom just started misbehaving and I am not looking to start acquiring brand new house appliances if I am to leave Naija this year. Edakun, epp me [/quote] |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Olabestonic001(m): 9:58am On Jan 29, 2018 |
salford1: I am planning to relocate, maybe, to Manitoba some times soon. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by adeza: 10:01am On Jan 29, 2018 |
happytbaby:Noted, thanks |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by vcole: 10:18am On Jan 29, 2018 |
adeza:not true @bolded. You would ne given the option of wearing a lead protective jacket and get the xray done or defer d xray until after the baby is born. The choice is yours. 3 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Elle78: 11:30am On Jan 29, 2018 |
Dear Vcole, were you already pregnant prior to the medicals and how far long were you...sorry if the question is too personal. I've heard that when you do X-ray with the protective lead jacket, it's still not safe for someone in the first trimester. Don't know how true it is. Which of the hospitals did you use then. Thanks for the response. vcole: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Canadianfly: 11:46am On Jan 29, 2018 |
Elle78: If I recall Vcole's earlier posts, I believe she wasn't aware she was 8 weeks gone when she had her Medicals. And her baby was fine. Not that I'm advising you do the same and feign knowledge of your pregnancy. ![]() Let's just say, Vcole had uncommon grace (in the words of Coza pastor ![]() 3 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Elle78: 12:05pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
Thanks for the response....lol @ feign knowledge. Can't even try that. Canadianfly: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by laborel: 2:45pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
@wura27, Please share with me how to use freetone to receive calls in Nigeria. I tried to do it but couldn't pay using Nigeria cards. Please show me. Thank you. I am planning to do something like this[/quote] |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by CAstruggle(m): 4:20pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
chiobich: I have a 21" LG Tv ...like brand new, along with carton. My location is Abuja |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by gracelevel: 4:36pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
vcole: @optionese Please help with above...am also interested... Many thanks |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by vcole: 4:49pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
Elle78: Canadianfly:Lol! Yea, I didn't know i was pregnant when I did the medicals and I was about 8 weeks gone. However if I knew I was, I would have opted for the lead jacket and done the xray. It's your choice really. If you feel uncomfortable then you'll have to wait till after baby pops. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by maziude: 4:55pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
czaratwork: No sweat boss. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 5:42pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
Yes, you can purchase a one way ticket to US but you need to have another ticket for your US trip to Canada. You can either buy from an airline or a travel agent. I wont advise you enter US at all unless you have something important to do here because US to Canada is considered a local flight and you would have to pay for each baggage. 1st box costs 25, 2nd is 35 and third is around 100 dollars per passenger. boldinc: 2 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nobody: 5:54pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
Go to your App store, download freetone, select a Canadian number from any province you wish and you're good to go. I'm pretty sure Nigerian cards work. If yours is not working, try contacting your bank. I advise you pay for the credit pack. 100 credits costs $1.99. The credit helps secure your number and allows you to receive calls. The calls you make and receive from US and Canada are free. You can use the credit to make calls to other countries if you wish. laborel: 18 Likes 14 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Nwandy218: 6:12pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
Was abt 6 months gone during my medicals, so was quite obvious. Opted for xray with d lead jacket. My baby was born 3 weeks ago and he is very healthy. Hope this puts your mind at ease. Elle78: 5 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Mire222: 6:23pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
[quote author=9jaAlien post=64599340]Thank you for the insights, we learn everyday in this our canny hustle. However, I think I prefer the covert racism to the overt one.... As much as i was trying to be positive about this issue, I think you've raised valid points. The Overt and presence of children ...These, I never ever want to experience and for that reason, I think I'm sticking to the big cities for now. Lets hope for the best experiences. 1 Like |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Mire222: 6:28pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
[quote author=laborel post=64612082]@wura27, Please share with me how to use freetone to receive calls in Nigeria. I tried to do it but couldn't pay using Nigeria cards. Please show me. Thank you. My Nigerian card worked. Recently activated mine . Like Wura said, check with your bank if it doesn't work. 1 Like |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by laborel: 6:34pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
[quote author=Mire222 post=64618030][/quote] Please did you buy the credit pack too and were you assigned a Canadian number after buying the credit pack or how did you do it? Thanks |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by CAstruggle(m): 7:12pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
Thanks to the person that introduced freetones here. I purchased a number and opted for unlimited calls to and from US/Canada. Just today i had my first phone interview with a Canadian employer. It was successful but unfortunately the job is starting too close to my landing date next week. Am suppose to meet with the manager and suppose to receiving some further training prior to the start date. Another employer just contacted me for interview. Hopefully this one would click. For all those hoping to get a job before leaving... its very possible. Package your resume... apply via indeed, job bank etc Am landing Ontario next week. Any landed Nairalander with connect to IT jobs... please hook a brother up 33 Likes 13 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by vascey(m): 8:15pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
CAstruggle: This is good. Best news yet. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by optionese: 9:02pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
vcole: It's quite straight forward but little bit expensive 1. Go to NCA website. its the regulatory body for lawyers in Canada . The person would need to access their university degree and Nigerian law school cerification 2 assessment takes about 6 weeks . 3 after the assessment, the NCA will determine the number of exams you need to write (between 6-8courses) exams are scheduled taken twice yearly . You can spread the six courses as you like 4. After you pass this courses then you are equivalent to a Canadian university graduate. 5thereafter you have to write the bar exams (solicitors and barristers exams) Each province has its own bar exam. That's basically it. It's quite an expensive and long process. @gracelevel 4 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by vascey(m): 9:18pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
CAstruggle: Please could you shed more light on the steps you took? I'll like to get this in as much detail as possible. You used freetone for ur number. How about your address? |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by boldinc(m): 9:18pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
Thanks for the info. I am aware of the luggage restrictions. I plan to drive in... Wura27: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Elle78: 9:41pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
Thanks @vcole, @canadianfly and @Nwandy218....you really did put my mind at ease. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Blackbuddy: 9:45pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
CAstruggle: This is a nice update, thanks for sharing. You could send me a PM let me see if I can assist, cheers. 7 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Blackbuddy: 9:52pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
Zeewirld: Hi, there are 2 ways to look at your situation. Since you're not coming anytime soon to Canada, you could focus on your current career and what you're doing in Nigeria till you're set to pursue immigration. This is because the ACAMS is not in demand in Nigeria though it is known by some professionals in the field. Alternatively, if you're the type that looks at every new opportunity to acquire a relevant certification as simply a chance to get new knowledge, there's nothing wrong in pursing the CAMS. If your current job and personal time permits, you can begin to read for and sit the exams to be certified in AML. The certificate will be yours and available to you to use in marketing your self here. Although it is not a deal breaker here if you don't have it when applying for jobs, the knowledge you would have acquired along the way will propel you to the front of most recruiters lists once you land and actively begin to job hunt. All the best with your plans. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by saucepan: 9:57pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
CAstruggle: Okay, I am interested too just in case. In Abuja too. How do I get in touch? |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by Blackbuddy: 9:58pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
vascey: Hi, I'm sure Salford and others will soon share their experience on the issue but in the meantime you can read this online article that perhaps could answer your questions and give you an insight on security clearance for certain government jobs; When Your Job Requires A Security Clearance So you want to work for the federal government and access top secrets. You’ll have to pass more than just a standard background check. If your role will expose you to classified documents or sensitive sites, official security clearance is a must. For that you must undergo a Government Security Screening (GSS). You’d better have your ducks in a row before applying. Your data will be reviewed by a national security agency, such as CSIS and the RCMP. They don’t mess around when scrutinizing applications. About Security Clearance The purpose of security screening is to prevent anyone of security concern from gaining access to sensitive government assets, locations or information, and to prevent non-Canadians who pose security concerns or risks from entering Canada or receiving permanent residence in the country. Who Needs One? Federal public service employees, members of the Armed Forces (including civilian jobs in the military), and persons under contract to a government department who, in the performance of their duties, have access to classified government assets or information. Same goes for people who work at “sensitive sites” such as airports, the Parliamentary Precinct, ports and nuclear power stations. Non-Canadians who apply for permanent residency or refugee status must also undergo security screening. Levels Of Clearance If you pass a basic security screening, you will be deemed to have “reliability status.” This is the lowest level of clearance, but it suffices in most cases. There’s a ranking system beyond the basic clearance. Level I is called Confidential. Level II is titled Secret. The highest level is referred to as Top Secret. The employer consults government officials to determine an appropriate clearance. What Do Authorities Look At? Security assessments fall under one of two categories for resident Canadians: Government Screening, and Sensitive Sites Screening. A lower-level clearance may involve a background check into your education, job history, criminal record, credit history and residences. Depending on the level or category of security clearance required, screening can also involve interviewing the applicant's friends, neighbours and employers, consulting with local police, and possibly interviewing the applicant. Your private life could be investigated as well. Applying for Security Clearance The general public cannot apply for clearance without the support of an employer. That employer’s HR department will direct you to the appropriate Applicant Screening Form. Information on this form is collected under the authority of subsection 7(1) of the Financial Administration Act and the Government Security Policy (GSP) of the Government of Canada. It is protected by the provisions of the Privacy Act in institutions that are covered. Depending on the level of security screening required, the information may be disclosed to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS). They conduct the requisite checks and/or investigation. Replying To A Job Posting Requiring Clearance If You Don’t Have One Lack of a clearance shouldn't stop you from seeking a job that requires one. If you don’t have one yet, the company may hire you, start the clearance process and have you work on other projects until your clearance is approved. It can take time to get approval of your application. Allow for at least several weeks after applying for Reliability Status. Any security level above that could take quite a bit longer. Not For Everyone If you’d fail a standard background check, it’s likely you won’t pass a clearance screening. Do you have concerns? Start by doing a reference check on yourself. Clean up your credit history. Tidy up your online activities if they give the wrong impression. And most importantly, do not lie or fudge the truth on your security application. The majority of people have nothing to hide from a screening. But if an investigation could uncover damaging details that might derail your career, working with national secrets is probably not in your immediate future. The write up above was taken from this article, hope it helped, https://www.monster.ca/career-advice/article/jobs-with-security-clearance 10 Likes 10 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by vascey(m): 10:23pm On Jan 29, 2018 |
Thanks Blackbuddy. |
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