Thanks @Tojued...that's y I like nairaland..correct people...correct advice

I plan to attend a planning for canada session, my office has office in canny and seem willing to allow a transfer...hubby similar status...many kids=most likely get a nanny, CV adapted, linked updated...driver's license research done...french learning started...any other person has something to keep me distracted?

Tojued:


Have you attended planning for Canada session? Have you identified your career path and short term goals immediately after landing? What's your plan for your children? Have you started planning how to get into daycare waiting lists, or will one spouse's income be sufficient to tide over while the other stays home? Have you adapted your CV and updated your LinkedIn? Have you started taking free courses or started your licensure process? Do you already know how you'll convert your driver's license? And so on and so forth. These things can keep you busy enough to be distracted.

Uncalled for!! Petty incitement!!

Godisincontrol:


After the insults and the name calling, the bitter truth has been told. This thread will survive,people will find their NOCs and they would move to Canada with or without the "elders,seniors,junior or layman". If you do well to go back to when this thread started from Part "0" you will find that a whole lot of people have come and gone and the journey to Canada is still on.

Soldier go, soldier come barrack remains the same.

melaninpopping:
Thanks @Tojued...that's y I like nairaland..correct people...correct advice

I plan to attend a planning for canada session, my office has office in canny and seem willing to allow a transfer...hubby similar status...many kids=most likely get a nanny, CV adapted, linked updated...driver's license research done...french learning started...any other person has something to keep me distracted?

get a gym membership
It will exhaust you so you can sleep like a baby and it'll get you fit for all the trekking in Canny

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joo2018:
Uncalled for!! Petty incitement!!

If you call responding to his words in the screenshot inciting then so be it.

melaninpopping:
Hi everyone, for those of us post AOR. What have you found that REALLY WORKED and helped you remain calm and patient before PPR? I'm AOR 21Apr, MEP about a week later. Please exclude the following advice; get busy, get a job, save, travel, marry, have kids - these boxes already ticked

For me, I have been preparing myself for life in Canada.

Location: Due to my intended career line and the fact that I love big cities, I have spent much time researching and decided on Missisauga. Most IT jobs are in Toronto. Missisauga is about 45mins away from Toronto and more affordable. 

Accomodation: I've spent time on airbnb searching. My target is to leave in a part of town that is close to bus stops and not more than 25mins walk to the popular square one mall. I've found a couple of places and I already saved them. I have my favorite though - really nice place and host - will try to plan my landing around when this accomodation will be vacant. 

Job: I intend to be a software developer. My computer science degree will do nothing for me without the appropriate training. I'm currently taking free online classes. I'm happy with my progress - working on some mini projects already (assignments). Still in training.

Further education: I'll certainly be going for a bridging program at Humber college in Toronto. Duration is about 5months. I will pursue a scholarship but if that fails, a loan will be next. There's a high possibility of an internship arranged by the school (at completion) and that is enough for me to get some Canadian experience and hopefully job offers. The program is in software development of course. Lovely syllabus they have.

**I attended a Planning For Canada session. It seems Catholic schools are 'cool' and quite competitive. Preference is given to Catholics. I already have my baptismal card tucked away. Called my mum and told her to remind me to go with copies of hers and my dad as well. Don’t have kids yet but just preparing incase they come along. Remain small make I even go register for communion classes...anything to show proof of Catholicship.   

AOR - May 10th
Medicals - Passed
VO - Accra

I hope you find this helpful.

Zutlin:

For me, I have been preparing myself for life in Canada.

Location: Due to my intended career line and the fact that I love big cities, I have spent much time researching and decided on Missisauga. Most IT jobs are in Toronto. Missisauga is about 45mins away from Toronto and more affordable. 

Accomodation: I've spent time on airbnb searching. My target is to leave in a part of town that is close to bus stops and not more than 25mins walk to the popular square one mall. I've found a couple of places and I already saved them. I have my favorite though - really nice place and host - will try to plan my landing around when this accomodation will be vacant. 

Job: I intend to be a software developer. My computer science degree will do nothing for me without the appropriate training. I'm currently taking free online classes. I'm happy with my progress - working on some mini projects already (assignments). Still in training.

Further education: I'll certainly be going for a bridging program at Humber college in Toronto. Duration is about 5months. I will pursue a scholarship but if that fails, a loan will be next. There's a high possibility of an internship arranged by the school (at completion) and that is enough for me to get some Canadian experience and hopefully job offers. The program is in software development of course. Lovely syllabus they have.

**I attended a Planning For Canada session. It seems Catholic schools are 'cool' and quite competitive. Preference is given to Catholics. I already have my baptismal card tucked away. Called my mum and told her to remind me to go with copies of hers and my dad as well. Don’t have kids yet but just preparing incase they come along. Remain small make I even go register for communion classes...anything to show proof of Catholicship.   

AOR - May 10th
Medicals - Passed
VO - Accra

I hope you find this helpful.

Impressive research. Please how do I know my visa office. AOR - June 23rd

It is a wawu!! That is some great preparations.

Zutlin:

For me, I have been preparing myself for life in Canada.

AOR - May 10th
Medicals - Passed
VO - Accra

I hope you find this helpful.

doncorleone:

Impressive research. Please how do I know my visa office. AOR - June 23rd

I knew mine by ordering for GCMS notes.

doncorleone:

Please how do I know my visa office. AOR - June 23rd

You can either call them or raise a CSE

Spoon feeding

Zutlin:

For me, I have been preparing myself for life in Canada.

Location: Due to my intended career line and the fact that I love big cities, I have spent much time researching and decided on Missisauga. Most IT jobs are in Toronto. Missisauga is about 45mins away from Toronto and more affordable. 

Accomodation: I've spent time on airbnb searching. My target is to leave in a part of town that is close to bus stops and not more than 25mins walk to the popular square one mall. I've found a couple of places and I already saved them. I have my favorite though - really nice place and host - will try to plan my landing around when this accomodation will be vacant. 

Job: I intend to be a software developer. My computer science degree will do nothing for me without the appropriate training. I'm currently taking free online classes. I'm happy with my progress - working on some mini projects already (assignments). Still in training.

Further education: I'll certainly be going for a bridging program at Humber college in Toronto. Duration is about 5months. I will pursue a scholarship but if that fails, a loan will be next. There's a high possibility of an internship arranged by the school (at completion) and that is enough for me to get some Canadian experience and hopefully job offers. The program is in software development of course. Lovely syllabus they have.

**I attended a Planning For Canada session. It seems Catholic schools are 'cool' and quite competitive. Preference is given to Catholics. I already have my baptismal card tucked away. Called my mum and told her to remind me to go with copies of hers and my dad as well. Don’t have kids yet but just preparing incase they come along. Remain small make I even go register for communion classes...anything to show proof of Catholicship.   

AOR - May 10th
Medicals - Passed
VO - Accra

I hope you find this helpful.

Impressive. How did u attend planning for Canada without ppr email or copr. I'm also awaiting ppr, Accra VO and April 27 AOR

lol...

Ifeoma77:
get a gym membership
It will exhaust you so you can sleep like a baby and it'll get you fit for all the trekking in Canny

@Zutlin....you sound super organised...you should be ready for take off once PPR calls! well done. Which site did you use for GCMS notes? Also do you mind sharing contact of the host of the planning for canada session?

Zutlin:

For me, I have been preparing myself for life in Canada.

Location: Due to my intended career line and the fact that I love big cities, I have spent much time researching and decided on Missisauga. Most IT jobs are in Toronto. Missisauga is about 45mins away from Toronto and more affordable. 

vascey:


Impressive. How did u attend planning for Canada without ppr email or copr. I'm also awaiting ppr, Accra VO and April 27 AOR

I used ITA and UCI number. I also uploaded a screenshot of my application showing medicals passed.

Have you joined the Accra VO watsapp group? Abeg join and help us sign the petition. We need to wake them up.

Hello everyone, is there any Optometrist here? Pls send me a PM, let's discuss on licensing and which province will be Optometry friendly wrt licensing.

melaninpopping:
@Zutlin....you sound super organised...you should be ready for take off once PPR calls! well done. Which site did you use for GCMS notes? Also do you mind sharing contact of the host of the planning for canada session?

I used gcms buddy. I can't remember the Planning for Canada session contact. Just search this thread and you'll find it. I got it from here too.

Reasonabledoubt:


You and your brother can not go through the engineering NOC to find where your brother’s profession falls?

If Newmum didn’t exist he won’t go to Canada?

Maybe they use both then. Cos I copied the address from the response they gave to my mail.

Godisincontrol:


Pls find screenshot posted in a group I belong to and where I got the email address from.

Jbelieve:
Good morning, Please i have a question regarding NOC. Mine is 0711 (construction manager). My question: Is it right to copy the roles and responsibilities as stated on CIC website? if it is not, can someone please help me read what i intend to use. If anyone has used this NOC please kindly help me. Thank you.

Responsibilities/Duties for:
Assist in developing project plan of assigned projects, secure all required permits and approvals.
Consult with architects, engineering and other professionals regarding project plans and designs.
Interpreting of architectural and structural drawings and other specifications relating to the project.
Supervising and overseeing the standard and progress of contractor’s and subcontractor’s work.
Ensure contracts and purchase orders are placed in accordance with the purchasing schedule and returned quickly. Negotiate with contractors and suppliers as required in conjunction with Tender Board.
Preparing monthly project status report. Make projections on the financial status of the project.
Preparing and coordinating program of work for contractors and site activities, identifying delays and ensure activities are in line with program of work.
Assist in developing and maintaining positive working relationship with client, consultants and contractors to ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget.

Please is there anybody that used this NOC 0711. Kindly help me.

Hello Gurus,

Please help me out as I have not been able to get a good answer from my research. My study permit was approved recently and I will be going to Canada in the 1st week of September. I also just received ITA this week, should I wait until I arrive in Canada before submitting my eAPR or I should do so from here?

What do I need to change in my profile to make my application inland? My family is not going with me, could that be a problem?

Direct suggestion or link to the right info would serve me well.

Thanks,

Zutlin:

For me, I have been preparing myself for life in Canada.

Location: Due to my intended career line and the fact that I love big cities, I have spent much time researching and decided on Missisauga. Most IT jobs are in Toronto. Missisauga is about 45mins away from Toronto and more affordable. 

Accomodation: I've spent time on airbnb searching. My target is to leave in a part of town that is close to bus stops and not more than 25mins walk to the popular square one mall. I've found a couple of places and I already saved them. I have my favorite though - really nice place and host - will try to plan my landing around when this accomodation will be vacant. 

Job: I intend to be a software developer. My computer science degree will do nothing for me without the appropriate training. I'm currently taking free online classes. I'm happy with my progress - working on some mini projects already (assignments). Still in training.

Further education: I'll certainly be going for a bridging program at Humber college in Toronto. Duration is about 5months. I will pursue a scholarship but if that fails, a loan will be next. There's a high possibility of an internship arranged by the school (at completion) and that is enough for me to get some Canadian experience and hopefully job offers. The program is in software development of course. Lovely syllabus they have.

**I attended a Planning For Canada session. It seems Catholic schools are 'cool' and quite competitive. Preference is given to Catholics. I already have my baptismal card tucked away. Called my mum and told her to remind me to go with copies of hers and my dad as well. Don’t have kids yet but just preparing incase they come along. Remain small make I even go register for communion classes...anything to show proof of Catholicship.   

AOR - May 10th
Medicals - Passed
VO - Accra

I hope you find this helpful.

Great stuff. Bro, pls check your mailbox. I just submitted my eAPR this week and we are heading the same way location and career wises. These are the kind of people I need now on.

The below may be useful as well:

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As these queries keep coming repeatedly in this forum (& I get many PMs as well), I thought to summarize all into one thread. This post shall quench most of our doubts. I hope it helps...

REFERENCE THREADS:
Can we Land in Any City:
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t35499.0.html
Which City to Land for Jobs:
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t31291.0.html
Landing Forms:
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t30178.0.html
Job's In Perspective:
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t31106.0.html

WHEN SHOULD WE 'LAND':
After getting the PR visa, we are supposed to complete our 'record of landing', on or before the Visa Expiry Date [mentioned on the visa]. The visa Expiry Date is related to EITHER*:
a) 1yr. from the meds, or
b) Passport expiry date of the PA or anyone of his/her accompanying Dependents
*Whichever of the above 2 is earlier.

WHO SHOULD LAND FIRST:
It is the obligation of the PA to 'land' first. Which can be 'alongwith' one or more or all the accompanying family members. Let it be clear that the PA's dependents CANNOT land first.

PROCEDURE AT THE POE:
Irrespective of which city we chose to land, the 'landing' per se, is a simple process. Before debarking the a/craft we'll be provided with a 'Disembarkation Card/Form'. We take that form & first go to the 'Passport Control'.

At the Passport Control:
Here we need to inform the IO that we have come to do our 'landing'. The IO will check our Disembarkation Card and our passport/s & visa. S/he will then direct us to "Newly Landed Immigrants' Counter".

At the Immigration Counter:
The IO here will scrutinize our Passport/s & COPRs. He would [sometimes may not] ask to see our POF. Most of the times the officer will not count the 'actual' money & accept what we say. But, no false pretensions there. S/he will then fill some portions of the COPR & ask us to sign it, wherein it'll be attached on our passport. We'll be asked to fill-in the 'PR Card Application Form' & give an address where our PR cards will be forwarded within 3-6 weeks. Thereby, s/he would 'Welcome us to Canada' and direct us to another office.

At the Services Canada Office:
The Services Canada section is for assisting the Newcomers' settlement moves. Here we'll get lots of books/pamphlets, that'll provide all the crucial info on Canada and our Settlement plan here. From here will be directed to the CBSA counter.

At the CBSA [Customs] Office:
This is an important location. We are required to present (1) List of Items Accompanying; (2) List of Goods to Follow; (3) Currency Declaration [We'd have to 'declare' any amount of $10K or more]. Lists-1 & 2 must be brought in 2 copies, one would be retained by CBSA and the 2nd copy will be returned back to us. We'll need the 2nd copy when our shipments come-in.

Note: [1] If we are not bringing-in any goods later, we don't need the 'goods to follow list'. [2] At a random the CBSA might 'actually' check the POF here. Thus, no complacency is acceptable. [3] If there are 'jewelry' involved, do not forget to bring 'Printed Photographs' of the same (details later).

BTW: All the officers are extremely friendly, very understanding, cheerful and helpful. We'll encounter 'Welcome to Canada' many a times. If all the docs are pre-printed & available with us; and there is not much of a queue, we will be out of the a/port in 40mins-1hr. flat. Which includes the walk-distance, baggage collection etc.

FORMS REQUIRED FOR THE 'LANDING':
Even if you stay ONLY for a day at Canada, you will need the following:

1. Passport with stamped Visa. -off course
2. COPR (IMM 5292B)
3. POF. [for cases "without" AEO & family class] (details below)
4. Passport size photos. -2 or 3 for PRC (may not be needed, but good to have)
5. PR Card Application (IMM 5444E). -carry it filled pre-printed, for ease
6. Goods to Follow List (Form B4 / B4A). -carry it filled pre-printed, for ease
7. Goods Accompanying List. -as above, a table of things u r carrying on person (value & Totaled)
Forms required later
8. SIN Card Apps Form (NAS 2120). -Not Needed at the A/port [later at Services Canada]
9. Kids Immunization Record. -Not Needed at the A/port [later for School Admission]
10. If you are Driving your Car. -read below

NOTE: The more you are organized before hand, the better 1st impression you deliver and the IO/CBSA officer shall be happier. (BTW: smooth & fast processing). U'll be out faster. Go to your accom & relax for the day, you had a long journey, haven't you?

SHORT STAY ACCOMMODATION:
For sure you must arrange a 'short-stay' accommodation prior to your landing. The necessity of which cannot be overemphasized more. If you have friends/relatives, they can be approached for the same, if you do not have anyone, the following is recommended:

Toronto:
1) http://www.safehomestay.com/
2) http://www.staystudio6.com/
*Both provide a/port pick-up services. The places are used by many satisfactorily.

Calgary:
Not much such places are available. However, this ad by a service-provider caught my eye...
"Furnished rooms with high speed internet are available for newcomers & immigrants. Close to all aminities. Pick up & drop off services also available. Call Girish # 403-255-8582 [or email: taradale@live.ca] for more info".
Source: http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/shared-accomodation-in-calgary-ne-t31430.0.html

Vancouver:
a) http://www.budgetpathotel.bc.ca/
b) http://www.ywcahotel.com/

Some other important sites on Vancouver are:
1) http://www.welcomebc.ca
2) http://www.rentbc.com

NOTE: Except for ppl with enough $$$ to spend, avoid Hotels & Motels. They are far costlier. Also, if you must take a hotel, avoid the ones close to the A/port -for obvious reasons.

HOUSE RENTAL:
The best way to do house hunting [long-term accom.] is to land at Canada & then start searching. Word of mouth & Bulletin Boards are a great ‘real-time' source. However, we cannot condone the importance of the web. Some of the good sites [there are many] could be:
a) http://www.hometrader.ca (Good site)
b) http://www.capreit.com (Property Management Services)
c) http://www.kjiji.ca/ (Good Classifieds site)
d) http://www.mls.ca (Mother of all)

MONEY: PROOF OF LANDING FUNDS:
What Proofs Are Acceptable?
If you are carrying more than C$10,000, tell a Canadian official when you arrive in Canada. If you do not tell an official, you may be fined or put in prison. These funds could be in the form of:
• Cash
• Securities in bearer form (for eg, stocks, bonds, debentures, treasury bills) or
• Negotiable instruments in bearer form (for eg, B/drafts, Cheques, TCs or MOs).
Source: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/funds.asp

How Much Funds Can I Carry?
There is no Max limit... we can take Millions, if we can prove its legitimate source & declare anything at/or more than $10,000 [that's the CBSA regulation]. There is a Minimum limit though... we must carry at least or more than what CIC requirement states, vis-a-vis for the no. of pax in the family [accompanying].

Tax & Duties Component:
The funds we bring inside Canada are Non-Taxable. It is only the 'interest' earned on that which is taxed. The moment our funds start accruing interest [while lying in a Canadian Bank a/c] the bank will start deducting tax 'on source'. The same applies for any 'investment' in Canada that we make with these funds.

BANKING:
Though most international banks operate in Canada, the 3 main Canadian Banks are presumably the best, in terms of their presence, availability & location of ATM machines, branches etc.:
1) Scotiabank,
2) TD Bank, &
3) CIBC

Besides, you can also pre-open a Canadian Bank a/c from your home country [not all, Dubai, India etc.] thru Scotiabank, SBI & *ICICI Bank. I have posted details about it earlier here:
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t34013.0.html

*ICICI Bank offers one of the cheapest a/c charges. But unfortunately, both ICICI & SBI have very limited presence in Canada.

AIRLINE RECOMMENDATIONS:
Usually BA & KLM change places frequently for their "lowest fares" to Canada. More often it'd be BA [especially from the UK, Dubai, Europe & the Gulf sector]. U can also ask your travel agent to select between multiple carriers to provide multiple-halt choices. But, from the UK actually that might not be required. Check BA today, it'll do the trick... Dubai-Heathrow-Toronto : AED 3,860/pp return.

However, personal choise prevails. Sometimes other carriers place envious promotions too. Emirates has recently commenced the A380 [Dreamliner] service. And all their flights are 'long-haul' -Non Stop.

NOTE: If our $$$ are a consideration, avoid 'non-stop' flights. They obviously are costlier. A single-stop flight is highly recommended. Also, we might avoid travel agents as well, the 'online' reservation of all the prominent carriers are absolutely good. I did mine thru BA & it was fantastic. Paid, printed and became an 'Executive Club' member -all thru the net. The e-ticket shall be delivered, on-the-spot, in your email in-box.

PR CARDS (PRC):
Your PR Card application (IMM 5444E) shall be done at the POE itself. It is part of the PR package [free] and the photos & details will be the same as you supplied for the PPR. Our PR Card/s come back to us via regular post mail, in 3-6 weeks, avg. 4 weeks. It is 'advisable' to stay in Canada for at least 45 days, collect our PRC and then return back [if you must].

If you leave the country before it arrives, u'll have to make arrangements for its collection & forward delivery to you, overseas, thru a friend/relative [Not a Recommended Action], however, done all the time by ppl. But there is a danger of losing it in transit. And if that happens, we'll have a tedious process to get new ones made.

How To Enter Canada W/Out A PR Card:
As per IATA & CBSA regulations, we cannot enter Canada w/out a PRC. However, if we are entering thru a Border Post by road, it doesn't matter -our COPR is enough for entry/exit. But, if we are travelling by an airline & boarding/entering thru an a/port we will Not be Permitted. At the embarkation port itself we will be Stopped by the airline staff.

The process in such cases is to apply for a 'PRTD-A31 (3)' [Temporary 'PR Travel Document'] at the local CHC [abroad]. It costs Ca$50. Details of it is provided at the 'Manual for Permanent Resident Card' (ENF 27).

Procedure Of PR Card Application:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/guides/5445E.PDF

NOTE: The PRC is probably the 'most important' document after we are thru with our PR application process. This is valid for 5 yrs. First time: Free; Renewals cost $50/card.

SIN CARDS:
After 'landing' we'll have to visit the nearest Services Canada Office for the SIN Card. We get the SIN No. immediately as a 'print-out' -signed & stamped upon applying, the same day, the same time. That'd suffice for all our further actions in Canada, viz Job Search, Bank a/c, House Hunting etc. The card shall come to us in approx 3 weeks. For its collection -ditto applies as above, for the PR Cards.

NOTE: Remember, we don't need the SIN Card for anything. Only the SIN No. Which we'll get the same time as we apply for it. It'd be wise to visit Services Canada Office the very next day upon arrival.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Both PR Card & SIN Cards are Federal documents. Meaning? One card for the entire nation -Canada.

HEALTH CARDS:
Health is a provincial matter. It is NOT FEDERAL. Thus, if you change provinces, u'll have to AGAIN get that province's Health Card. And again the waiting period* shall apply. Off course, a previous province's health card remains valid for few days/months in another province, but not all benefits could be availed.

*The Waiting Period:
As I know, Alberta [eg. Calgary, Edmonton etc] & Manitoba [eg. Winnipeg] are the Only provinces where there is NO WAITING period for the Health Insurance. Rest in all provinces there is some waiting time to get the Health Benifits. In Ontario [eg. Toronto, Ottawa etc.] it is 3 months.

Eg.: If Calgary Is My Destination Should I Get The H/Card In Toronto?
If Calgary is your Final Destination, but you are 'initially' landing in Toronto for a few days stay [Permitted action], I suggest you should first land in Calgary [get the health card] and then visit Toronto. Why? Mainly 'coz, you can get the Calgary health card immediately, but in Toronto you'll not. That Calgary health card will be valid in Toronto for a few days. Not the vice-versa. Secondly, if you land first in Toronto, you'll be staying w/out any health coverage.

Temp. Health Coverage:
It's wise to obtain a 'temporary' health coverage before you fly. Off course not required if you are going to Alberta or Manitoba. That temp. coverage shall come in the way of "Travel Insurance", which you can obtain from ANY insurance company in your homeland. The costs depands on the length of coverage. Usually we should take it for 3-4 months, as that is the waiting time in all provinces.

NOTE: It'll be a good idea to obtain the Travel Insurance from home country. For 2 reasons: [1] You are covered from day-1 even before landing. [2] In Canada it will be costlier & you'll be covered only from the day you apply. What if you get to do it later, as you'll be busy in the initial days? What if something goes wrong in between?

DRIVING LICENSE:
There is a way to obtain at least the Ontario G2 Driving Lincense immediately, if not the G1. For that some pre-arranged actions are needed, before you fly. I've written in detail on it. Check out this link:
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/issue-with-ontario-drivers-licence-strike-t30236.0.html

HOW TO BRING CARS INTO CANADA:
Firstly, it is Not wise to bring-in Cars from any other country into Canada. Why? Cars are quite compititively priced in Canada. It's only its maintenance & the cost of Gas that'll kill you. Secondly, Canadian models are made specifically to withstand the 'extreme' cold conditions there. Our imported cars might not [less the ones from Europian or similar countries].

Thirdly, there are laws for Tire, Radiator etc. modifications, before we can register it in Canada. Why would we like to take that trouble? Fourthly, the transportation costs? It might just not be worth to bring-in cars from far-flung countries.

Import Cars From The Us:
Yes, be free to bring your car/s from the US by all means. But 'remember', we need to first 'export' the car from the US and again 'import' it into Canada, after we get-in. Documentations... documentations... However, quite a good detail about it is provided in this website:
http://www.auto-broker-magic.com/Canada_Import.html

ITEMS TO CARRY FROM HOMELAND:
Very debatable... I would say, do your maths first. Is the extra baggage costs worth the effort? Most items are readily available in Canada, also at very reasonable price.

Ditto for Indian Food & Spices [Rice, Dal, Pickles, Papad (?) etc.] And ditto for Italian [Pasta, Lasagna etc.], Japanese [Sushi, Tapanyaki, Teriyaki etc.], Tex-Mex, you name it.

Besides, many items are also not permitted entry. And there is otherwise a quality/quantity restriction as well. Check the CBSA website for those. Moreover, hiring a container full of goods? I'd say No... No. It may not be worthwhile at all.

What To Take? [Purely My Advise]:
1. Personal effects [for imdt use, large quantities... No]
2. General clothing [some warm ones also]
3. Laptop [no desk top, printer etc.]
4. Digicam / Camcorder
5. Heirlooms [heritage collections, murals, artifacts etc.] -Check CBSA rules.
6. Original Certificates / Documents
7. Prescription Medicines
8. Books & DVDs
9. Mobile Phone* [non CDMA] -a NA charger will be needed
*Only GSM850-1900MHz models [that's the Canadian frequency -not all countries have that]

What "Not" To Take? [Purely My Advise]:
1. Furniture [whatever, small or big]
2. TV [even if it's an LCD], Fridge, Washing machine etc.
3. Curtains, Bedspreads, Pillows & linens
4. Cars, Bikes etc.
5. Large-sized Toys of kids
6. Food [Perishable or Non-perishable] items
7. Over-the-Counter Medicines
8. Meat or Meat products [including Fowl, Fish etc.]

NOTE: Asian make electronic/electrical items won't work in Canada. [read 230 vs 110 Volts]

GOODS LISTS [FORM B4 / B4A]:
All goods that we carry, either 'on person' or 'following' needs to be 'listed' in form B4 / B4A, separately. These forms are available in the CBSA website, link given below:
http://www.cbsa.gc.ca/publications/forms-formulaires/b4-eng.pdf

It is the same form for 'Goods Accompanying' & 'Goods to follow'. We should club similar items in groups [eg. DVDs: Qty-98, Books: Qty-42 etc.].

The entire list should be priced against each group & totalled in the end. We should carry 'original' invoices for high-end items [Diamonds -MUST]. Others can be broadly/generally priced, but appropriate.

Jewelry items MUST be listed [each item wise]; and should carry their "photographs". We should print-out the pics under similar groups [eg. Rings -all in one or more pages, Necklaces -in another page etc.]

We'll need 2 copies of each form, as one would be kept by the CBSA & one would be returned to us, for 'customs' clearance. This 2nd copy will be signed & stamped by the CBSA at the POE.

NOTE: All goods brought for 'landing' are non-taxed. If we were to bring-in goods 'later', either by personal carriage or thru a transporter, this list MUST be stamped on the 1st Landing. Else, they will be 'dutiable'. No compromise on that is possible. That's the law.

ABOUT KID's SCHOOLING:
Canada has 2 types of schools -the 'Public Schools' & the 'Catholic Schools'. There are some 'ethnic' schools as well, but not for regular education. Most of our kids [say 70%] go to the Public Schools -this education is FREE. The Catholic Schools are Fee-Paid [payable by us].

Usually, our kids will be accepted imdtly into the *neighborhood school, whether we arrive mid-term or during a new session. There can be an 'entry test', but that's not for rejection -but for assessment of the extra care that the school need to provide to a kid.

Even if our kids are not very good in either of the 2 Canadian official languages -English &/or French, by law a school is required to provide admission to our kids.

*Each neighborhood will
have their own Public School/s; and our kids are required to ONLY be admitted there. We have no choice on that.

you can also check 0712 but try paraphrasing and not using words and description direct from cic site. what you have seems to b in order sha but be sure you paraphrased correctly.

Jbelieve:


Please is there anybody that used this NOC 0711. Kindly help me.

Please i need help especially from those who used their NYSC experience as their only work experience. I served with a paramilitary agency 7/8years ago and we were paid 7k monthly and the usual nysc alawee, is it advisable to state only the 7k as salary or the 19k+ or both allowances added together. Thanks all
cc: @glitteringstar @balogunsam

flosk:


Send me a dm, I have an advice as regards a convinient diploma that you can do

Regards

Why not share the advice here so that others can also benefit

ruicosta2000:



You can check 1114

Thanks @ruicosta2000

Am not sure of the 1114 cos I can’t really tie it to what I currently do at work.

Will be searching and also open to others suggestions.

Thanks

Godisincontrol:
The below may be useful as well:

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As these queries keep coming repeatedly in this forum (& I get many PMs as well), I thought to summarize all into one thread. This post shall quench most of our doubts. I hope it helps...

REFERENCE THREADS:


*Each neighborhood will
have their own Public School/s; and our kids are required to ONLY be admitted there. We have no choice on that.

Please when next you post, let it be the link

Medal007:

Please when next you post, let it be the link

And when there's no link as it was posted in a WhatsApp group?

I claim PPR on this thread in Jesus name amen.