CanPR:
Is it possible to arrange permanent accommodation prior to arrival in Canada. I need your kind input if you've successfully done this or know someone who did.

teechedah:
Hi guys,
Please like how many %tage tax do Canada govt deduct from someone's monthly salary? Am asking for a friend?

Claire18:
Its possible, but I would suggest getting a short stay for maybe 2-3 weeks and understand which area works for you. Some films regret where they stay especially if their place of work is far from the house. Some can't wait to leave downtown apartments, but have to wait till their lease is over. But who knows...you might love the place too! Try signing a short lease of 6 months just in case

coolhayor:
Hi Winnipegers,

I am sub letting a 2 bedroom apartment located on Pembina highway close to University of Manitoba from October 1. The rent is $1,110 per month which includes cost of gas, heat and water. 

It is a walking distance from shopping malls and it's a no smoking apartment.

PM for more details.

Thanks

blessings2017:
Sorry @MissChristine I can't fathom this pm thing . I saw you sent a message alongside a couple others but couldn't find it in my mail.
I feel Q&A should be discussed on the forum for reference purposes.

I was actually writing a detailed story (shortlanding-NCA exams- Calgary social life with pics) on MS-word a few weeks back but somehow I lost the file. Been tired and super-busy to start from the scratch again . I guess I'd drop some in at intervals.

Taking a cue from @Vcole's suggestion, I'd start from generality (official website links et al) to particulars if need be.

For every Foreign-trained lawyer (FTL) looking to practice in Canada, you MUST challenge (write) the NCA exams (it's an open-book, no NCA-past-questions handout which has a Pass/Fail grading system where 50 and above 'issa' Pass )

Your go-to website: https://flsc.ca/national-committee-on-accreditation-nca/ All the info you need is there.

NCA assessment process: https://flsc.ca/national-committee-on-accreditation-nca/applying-to-the-nca/

five step process involved in each NCA assessment;
1) You submit your application with required documentation and payment;
2) The NCA reviews and assesses your credentials;
3) The NCA notifies you of assignments or deficiencies;
4) You complete your assigned requirements; and
5) The NCA issues a Certificate of Qualification.

NCA is just the first step as each province has it's distinct requirements to apply for admission into their law society. My province of interest is Alberta and if it's yours as well,then you'd find these links useful -

1. https://www.lawsociety.ab.ca/lawyers-and-students/membership-services/internationally-trained-lawyers-and-graduates/

2. https://www.lawsociety.ab.ca/resource-centre/student-resources/beginning-again-internationally-trained-lawyers/

Other FTL's can chip in requirements for other provinces.

I was deliberate not to do a summary by providing official links as I believe if you need to actually read up from the website. I guess that's it for the general section. The other post(s) would address some particular questions with my experience in view.

coolhayor:
Hi Winnipegers,

I am sub letting a 2 bedroom apartment located on Pembina highway close to University of Manitoba from October 1. The rent is $1,110 per month which includes cost of gas, heat and water. 

It is a walking distance from shopping malls and it's a no smoking apartment.

PM for more details.

Thanks

capsule:
please, I'm searching for a 1 bed apartment in Edmonton, I'm also open to sharing (flat mate). I'm a guy in His late (very late) 20's. Very easy going as well.

capsule:
please, I'm searching for a 1 bed apartment in Edmonton, I'm also open to sharing (flat mate). I'm a guy in His late (very late) 20's. Very easy going as well.

omotayo333:
I think I’m probably the most silent observer here, only fair i share my experience.
Flight experience—-
I’m a single applicant so i travelled last week with just 3 check-in. Luggages (had to pay for the extra one), went with ethiopia airline a mistake I won’t make again (i had a 15 hrs flight from Addis Ababa to pearson airport). Well the flight was really tiring but the in-flight entertainment and food was decent (also with really pretty air hostesses)and i made sure to drink as much red and white wine I could helped me to sleep better.
Landing—-
So we arrived toronto in the morning, really great weather could see the sun was out already, went through immigration and I really spent time on the line (was actually a bit tipsy from the drinks i took so i left the airplane late) did the normal immigration process i had more than 10k with me so i had to declare it, i filled some forms was made to sign my landing document after I got my sin number and mailed it to my brother’s address in Etobicoke (this is not my first time in Canada been visiting every year since 2013). Took my luggages from the terminal (5) then gave the immigration officer my declaration card. I then ordered a lyft to take me to my brother’s apartment (note when you order an uber or a lyft make sure you go to terminal Q, its on the ground floor so take the nearest elevator downstairs because when you enter the arrival terminal you’re actually on the first floor).
Post Arrival—
So my brother was at work when i arrived( he told me where to get his keys from) settled in well took out all the foodstuffs i got and (i made sure to pack enough alomo and origin when coming it’s really pricey here). Luckily for me he cooked the day before so i microwaved my food had my bathe and took a nap. Wasn’t that jetlagged so I went to the nearest TD bank opened an account( the cross rate wasn’t that good but i had no choice, wasn’t comfortable carrying so much cash) went to the nearest lcbo to get liquor then i took a lyft to see a friend at Mississauga then went shopping at square one mall.

So far it’s been really great since my status now is a pr not a visitor I’m entitled to more benefits and opportunities. So I’m apartment and job hunting at the moment and just praying to God for the best.

Godisincontrol:

Are you in Edmonton or Still in Nigeria? I may have something for you

adekunletosin:
Please someone should educate me on how to start the process... I would really appreciate a comprehensive step by step process for this Canada immigration express entry. I am pleading . God bless you. Kindly drop your contact i will reach via any preferable means of yours

akilugarba77:
c/o my husband nairaland account,i am really impressed and more determined to relocate to canada when i read various posts on here, i spoke to an agent who said i can work as nanny in Canada but my papers will be processesed from there and his fees is 800k he also gave another option no deposit till visa is out for 1.5m. I am just been sceptical about this whole thing,i want something i can do my self,i would even prefer getting a school that will accept my 800k deposit rather than paying that to an agent. Pls house are there any schhol suggestions？Or other possibilities of getting it done besides express entry. My husband has given up on my disturbance of me relocating abroad to work and study and gave an advise that,if i find a genuine channel he is ready to sponsor. Honestly me am sick and tired of this naija and i want a better life for my kids.

adekunletosin:
Please someone should educate me on how to start the process... I would really appreciate a comprehensive step by step process for this Canada immigration express entry. I am pleading . God bless you. Kindly drop your contact i will reach via any preferable means of yours

Guitarlife:
Sup guys.......

jjohndoe83:

You! Where have you been? You guys just went underground!, including Olajide21 who used to supply steady photos a few pages back.
Trust you're keeping well and the land is good to you?
Drop gist abeg, this place dry small.

lobell:


Seconded...e be like say dem don hammer hence the need to lay low.

Guitarlife:
Sup guys.......

ugoguchy:
Landing gist
One week old in Calgary today
Family of 5
We flew Lufthansa from ph to Abj,weather was so bad and we experienced turbulence all the way to Abj.flight from abj to frankfurt wasn’t bad,they kids slept all through,we had 8hrs layover at frankfurt,it wasn’t funny at all,we finally left for YYC,inflight was just there,didn’t eat any of the meal,they kids too rejected,thank God i packed their cereals
We finally landed and went through immigration,no agricultural check, came out and a friend was there to pick us up,my hubby had to follow the car carrying our luggage,we went straight to our apartment,we were able to get a 3 bedroom before arrival,best decision ever..
After 2 days the kids fell ill,cough,catarrh,fever and vomiting,it has been really tough for us,thank God for the few medications i brought from naija,fever is gone now but they are still coughing,last night i came down with serious fever up until this morning,i hope we pull through this phase asap

Guitarlife:
Sup guys.......

PLSHELEP:
Good morning or Good evening... depending on your location.

This is for the HR professionals in the house. Can someone please guide me on the pathway to obtaining a CHRP using a SHRM-SCP. I’m about to write the exam from Nigeria, so I would like to know if I’m doing the right thing or if there are other options.

Thanks

akilugarba77:
c/o my husband nairaland account,i am really impressed and more determined to relocate to canada when i read various posts on here, i spoke to an agent who said i can work as nanny in Canada but my papers will be processesed from there and his fees is 800k he also gave another option no deposit till visa is out for 1.5m. I am just been sceptical about this whole thing,i want something i can do my self,i would even prefer getting a school that will accept my 800k deposit rather than paying that to an agent. Pls house are there any schhol suggestions？Or other possibilities of getting it done besides express entry. My husband has given up on my disturbance of me relocating abroad to work and study and gave an advise that,if i find a genuine channel he is ready to sponsor. Honestly me am sick and tired of this naija and i want a better life for my kids.