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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by 55emem55: 10:44pm On Feb 19, 2021 |
NaijaCanadian28:From those that were bounced ![]() Accra now is no longer stamping passports till further notice. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Remicynt(f): 10:52pm On Feb 19, 2021 |
Thanks, I did just this. Application submitted egobetatoday: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by NaijaCanadian28: 4:06am On Feb 20, 2021 |
55emem55: Wow! That’s just sad |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by autolearner: 11:36am On Feb 20, 2021 |
seunpinky: Hello Seun, I've got some questions about this. How can I reach you? |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by mumayo: 1:52pm On Feb 20, 2021 |
A one bedroom is available in a two bedroom apartment in Bridgeland, NorthEast, Calgary. from March 1st. The apartment has washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, microwave, cooker + oven etc. It has a balcony where you can have barbecue with few friends during. summer. It is 13 minutes walk to the train station and 4 minutes walk to bus stop. Has all utilities included( Hydro, electricity, heat and internet ). 625 dollars per month. Single male please. Kindly respond if interested. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Luckymama: 9:41pm On Feb 20, 2021 |
UBCcookies: Hi Ubccookies, I am planning on traveling late March to start a masters program in UBC Kelowna in summer. Would appreciate if you could give a few tips on how your landing experience was. I am worried about a few things: 1. With the fact that the program is actually online, is there a chance I might be questioned about why I choose to move? 2. How did you quarantine? Will appreciate any insights about how you went through landing (I will be landing in Vancouver) and how you have been settling in so far in Kelowna. Thanks |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wizean(m): 6:49pm On Feb 21, 2021 |
Hello Calgary folks, Can anyone recommend a place where I can get good used summer tires in Calgary. I do understand it's advisable to buy new tires but I am not willing to commit too much of funds to such for now. Someone recommended Groupon to me last year for my oil change and it was extremely helpful. I wouldn't mind such recommendation for fairly used tires. Thank you! 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by NaijaCanadian28: 4:58pm On Feb 22, 2021 |
wizean: I’m not a guru but I know people check Facebook marketplace and Kijiji for stuffs like that. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Odogwu007: 6:11pm On Feb 22, 2021 |
Hi Guys, Please in all these Canadian PR talk (just joined this thread) i have not seen anyone with work experience in R& ![]() Can someone point me in the right direction? - based on where to search? any buzzwords to use etc. plus myself & wifey want to start the application and we are still running Masters programs as well. Thanks in advance. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by 19CannyMum: 7:48pm On Feb 22, 2021 |
wizean:I'm probably the one who recommended Groupon to you. I'm extremely cheapskates but I won't buy used tires. Wait and invest some of your tax refund in tires, afterall you shouldn't swap off your winter tires until April (it will likely be snowing until then). Check on Facebook marketplace and buy brand new generic brand tires. I got 17" winter tires for $360 from some guy on Facebook who was selling from his garage. You can buy used rims or black rims (they're the cheapest). If buying new rims make sure you shop around (call about 3 shops for quotes). If you insist on buying used, kijiji is the way to go. Or get from these scrap yards e.g. Pick and pull. If buying used try to buy tires that are already on rims. 20 Likes 10 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by adwal2020: 1:57am On Feb 23, 2021 |
Hello my people, Pls, is there anybody that need naira. I need CAD, and I won't mind if we can do trade by barter�. Kindly inbox me if you are interested. Thanks. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wizean(m): 3:06am On Feb 23, 2021 |
Thanks so much. I actually know about kijiji and Facebook. I am just weary of those who may want to sell tyres that are actually bad. NaijaCanadian28: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by wizean(m): 3:10am On Feb 23, 2021 |
Thanks so much for recommending Groupon the other time. I guess I will just take a chill and buy brand new tyres as you recommended. They would truly come with alot of peace of mind. [quote author=19CannyMum post=99326526] I'm probably the one who recommended Groupon to you. I'm extremely cheapskates but I won't buy used tires. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by adanac13: 3:36am On Feb 23, 2021 |
for anyone planning to travel soon, you might find this video useful https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFqBQKrzwCs 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by SKEPTA: 7:27am On Feb 23, 2021 |
adwal2020:hey,i need some naira but not much pc me |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Nobody: 1:07pm On Feb 23, 2021 |
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Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by justexcellent: 10:45pm On Feb 23, 2021 |
Hello everyone, Please is there anyone studying in Quebec City? I would appreciate your responses please. Thank you |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Madcow(m): 1:30am On Feb 24, 2021 |
We oftentimes have amnesia as it relates to Gods faithfulness and how he has helped even with things that seem so little and insignificant. I write this to hopefully encourage whoever reads to firstly trust God that although you may not be where exactly you want to be, trust God and he would comfort you and help you. I had my soft landing with my family in December 2019, In the 4 week period, God blessed us with good people, quality accommodation fully furnished, and my full drivers license one-time. My family was settled so I went back to Nigeria to prepare, for my hard landing. I gave myself 3 months to prepare (work my notice period and liquidate assets in Nigeria). God was so kind; a friend took over my apartment alongside everything I wanted to dispose off (saving me from the stress of selling items in piecemeal) paid the rent, bought my car and paid upfront and moved in with me. Then Covid-19 hit, and the airports were locked… confusion erupted! Nonetheless, God was still kind. My former place of work extended my notice to cover whenever I was able to leave the country and also my friend accommodated me in my former apartment at no cost to me. Towards the end of June 2020, I got an evacuation flight at a miraculous price and returned on my hard-landing as we call it here. The first couple of days in self-isolation were very restful. I slept ate watched tv and continued sleeping. By the end of the 1st week I became bored and I decided to start applying for jobs. When I got my first rejection email, it hit me hard and all of a sudden confusion erupted again as I began to question my decision to leave Nigeria. The novelty of being close to my wife and kids soon faded. I tried to pray but nothing was coming out. Later that day, I came across an old friend’s testimony on his wife’s Instagram page #healo’clock. He was speaking about faith in the fire and how he turned to worshiped whenever he found himself in a dark place. There and then I began to worship, and the Holy Spirit brought to my remembrance Gods promises to me that He had prepared and is bringing me into a beautiful future. Looking for a job is a job in itself, editing one’s CV and to reflect the JD of each job advert is no easy task. In my entire career, all the jobs I have held were either through referrals or headhunting, I have never really had to apply so looking for a job was new terrain. I did not want to live on our savings so I discussed with my wife, exploring the possibility to purchase a vehicle and drive on a ride-hailing service at least until I got a Job. We prayed and agreed but the Master Planner was working in the background. Later that day, my land lady called to ask if I had a driver’s license and mentioned that she knows I would need a car to move around, advising me not to purchase a car yet until things stabilized and there is a genuine need. She handed me car keys to one of her cars for my use (this is a 2018 car, and it is 8 months and counting, I am still using the car not having to pay for insurance just fuel) On the 10th of July 2020, I got a random email from a lady I networked with during my soft landing (She is an immigrant herself from Iran and she advised on getting a survival job that may not necessarily be in line with your career path, so one is able to earn and spend without diminishing ones savings) asking if I was still searching and if I was interested in a work from home sales opportunity. I answered yes and to cut the long story short, I got a job offer on the 24th of July to start on the 1st of August. I had not done sales in the past; it was new terrain. I remember during the orientation training after a poor presentation I was so sad/frustrated, thinking to myself “me that was an Oga in Lagos and subject matter expert in my field now selling and imploring people to buy items I don’t even believe they need”. I started the job and was doing enough to get by and applying for other opportunities (come and see rejection email… brekete) I developed thick skin and could not even be bothered to read the rejection email or give myself totally into applying to other opportunities. In September and October, I was on Performance Improvement Plan and if no improvement by the 3rd month (November) I would be out of work. My prayer point changed, in addition to landing the international job, I began to ask God to help me do the one that my hands found to do with all my might as Ecclesiastes told us. To cut the long tori short, In Dec 2020 I was ranked #2 out of over 340 salespeople in the Company, in Jan 2021 I was #1 and now in Feb MTD I am ranked #1 and the sales commission is going a long way. I cannot say I am special or better than others but all I can say is Na Baba GOD do am! Today, I got a rejection email from an application I made to an international company, it pained me because I had 2 panel interviews, a full-day assessment center and final interview with the CEO. Initially, I was sad, but I refuse to have amnesia. I remember Gods promises and how He has helped and blessed me in the past and I have hope in the truth that He will bless and help me again. My story has encouraged me and I hope it will encourage someone else that although this journey not appear to be easy nonetheless God is omnipresent and he is still in the background working things out for your good. I cannot wait to come back to tell you that God has done it! 87 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by toboy: 2:22am On Feb 24, 2021 |
Madcow:job interviews in Canada is tricky. The process of the job application and the actual interview is as important as your skillset. As an immigrant, I recommend participating in softskil Development or interview workshops which can go a long way. Wishing you success. 10 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Mapleking: 2:37pm On Feb 24, 2021 |
What's your background, if you don't mind sharing? Madcow: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by czaratwork: 4:47pm On Feb 24, 2021 |
Are you moving to GTA or moving houses within GTA and looking for realtor? pm me and get the phone number of a trusted realtor within the Greater Toronto Area. |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Ontariopapa: 10:20pm On Feb 24, 2021 |
Hey guys please i have a question. I see a lot of people go to Ikoyi registry. Does it mean one cannot use certificate from registries in other states.e g Ilorin for Express entry? |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Ethelia(f): 10:41pm On Feb 24, 2021 |
I used the certificate from the local govt in my village in the South. ![]() Ontariopapa: 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by ednut1(m): 10:46pm On Feb 24, 2021 |
Ontariopapa:herd mentality. People who stay in other states no get ppr ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by seunpinky(m): 10:46pm On Feb 24, 2021 |
Hi guys, Please I got a mail from IRCC, checked my profile and saw counterfoil number with August 2021 as expiry date and my profile had updated to approved Feb 23rd. Accra VO Does this mean that my passport has been stamped? I am confused because I have been reading stories of passport being returned without stamp |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by ednut1(m): 11:09pm On Feb 24, 2021 |
seunpinky:likely stamped 1 Like |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by Madcow(m): 11:14pm On Feb 24, 2021 |
Human Resources Mapleking: |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by RegalB(f): 11:16pm On Feb 24, 2021 |
Congratulations!! seunpinky: 1 Like |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by sirabbey(m): 11:27pm On Feb 24, 2021 |
seunpinky: Congratulations, It means your passport had been stamped with Immigration visa which will expire in Aug 2021. The next hurdle now is to get Authorization Letter (AL) to travel before your COPR will expire. 3 Likes |
Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by seunpinky(m): 11:33am On Feb 25, 2021 |
Thanks, @ednut1, sirabbey, regalB for your responses. I can now sleep with both eyes closed ![]() ![]() Fingers crossed as per AL, would watch and see what happens by April 21st when this current lockdown protocol is reviewed sirabbey: 2 Likes |
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