MsDenise:



Thanks Yooku. Very illuminating especially about the spousal work permit. Could you kindly post a link?
Thanks

https://www.nairaland.com/2271485/canada-spouse-open-work-permit - The original thread


https://www.nairaland.com/search?q=Spousal+work+permit&board=0 - Mishmash of Posts from Student visa thread

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=177&top=17 - From CIC Website

Cheers

MsDenise:



Thanks for responding and clarifying Yooku.
He has a 5 year student visa which he used for a One month course in Canada ( I acknowledge the 8 month program stipulation as mentioned above).

We are aware that a 5 student year visa doesn't categorize as a requirement for EE but we were hoping to use it to our advantage somehow...
The 'somehow' is the million Canadian dollar question we are trying to figure out.

Wow, 5-year student visa? I've never heard of that. What I know for a friend was a 3.5 year visa for the duration of their PhD studies. I don't know the technicalities of your husband's visa but assuming it's valid for another course of study my advice will be for him to take he plunge and get a 2-yr masters program. He will have to leave his Job though.....something has to give way to make PR a possibility. Once he is enrolled in school you can then apply for a spousal open work permit (there is a thread for this here) for you and your kids with which you can go and join him in Canada. If you can work for a year at least or till the end of his studies you can apply for PR under CEC or FSW and with his Canadian education and your work experience you will be certain to obtain your PR. Hope I made some valid contribution with my post.

MsDenise:


A slice of sarcasm before 9am.. how sweet.
You do realize that there are over 900 pages in both threads (not that I'm counting ) and I'm yet to find a poster whose situation is SPECIFIC to mine.

And yes, I have been reading from Zandora's post in 2015.

Now I understand that as a student, one may be eligible at the conclusion of his course to remain in Canada after meeting certain immigration requirements but this route would most likely require him to quit his job while he is studying (which he is skeptical about).
That said, I wish to ask the seniors if undertaking a new course is the only option available to him and would love feedback on other possible alternatives.
Thank you

Chill ma'am, no vex for tollu. Now you specifically stated that he has a multiple entry visa and not a student visa if I'm right and I assume his short courses are less than 6 months which is the only (?) condition someone can study in Canada without the need for a student visa which case he would be unable to assess it as Canadian experience. Minimum length of program (I think) which is assessable is a certificate which lasts for 8 months minimum. I assume this job he has to quit is not a job in Canada but back home wherever that may be. Unfortunately as tollu mentioned, his situation sic visa has no bearing on your PR ambitions and you would be honestly better starting from scratch. Hope I've helped. Further questions are welcome.

MrsBee:


This means your application has finally moved out of CIO. You can email to know your VO now.

Same email to CPC as before which returned info about application being at CIO?

cochtrane:

Lol. You ehn!
Anyways, I think it's your PPR news coming soonest that is exciting you

Another right prediction!!! Alomo two shots for you oga!!

More resources to guide those looking for ways to enter into their professions in Canada


https://www.ontario.ca/page/work-your-profession-or-trade#section-2

Wura27:
Funny thing is she got the job via the same Canada bank that we've been abusing. Not from the nonsense notifications they send o, she was searching for what she wanted. She has been telling me to search but I just never really believed any one could get a job before landing.



Now that I can't say.... I asked her and she said maybe.... I personally think the organization she works with in Naija, her Naija experience, and her success in the interview. She did Skype interviews and said the second one was rigorous and lasted about an hour and a half.

You mean Job Bank right?....Not Canada Bank.....been wondering which of the Canadian "banks" we've been abusing

alt3r3g0:


Is it the former mandatory one when creating a CIC profile? #teamoptimisticrealist

Canada Job Bank you mean?

Kontagious:

Bros, please Ehn, how are you so sure there'd be another draw Next Week?

Oga @cochtrane abeg pull graph out why get linear progression of CRS variables month-on-month give Oga @kontagious make una dey believe na your prediction now now now

Canadianfly:


Haven't you met out Resident Prophet Cochtrane, of Canadian Express Entry Church, Part 2 Branch in Nairaland State?

Senior Nairaland Big Data Analyst Resident Engineer scientist na Oga @cochtrane

Deebay:
I am so over the moon, I wonder what will happen when it's my turn.
My sister just got ppr mail. Yippee.
When I saw dba4show post of ppr, it looked just like hers.
Thanks be to God.

ITA may 435

AOR July 6

MP/IP1 July 21

NA September 2

PPR September 7.
PPR mail was dated Sept 6 but she received it just now.

Single applicant, no travel history, gift deed from parent 100%.

We are grateful, thanks to everyone who has been helpful here cos what I learned here, I passed across to her.
Glory to God Almighty

;DI am so over the moon, I wonder what will happen when it's my turn.

We shall dance like David danced when it's our turn abi

This no travel history matter....I'm still of the unflinching opinion that unless the travel history requires a PCC it does not speed or slow down your process in any way!!! But what do I know anyway?? PPR fall on us all!!

Canadianfly:

Your answer can be found in Romans 9:16

"So then, it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that shewth MERCY"

Pi-reach!!!

Yewwygraceful:
Hi MrsBee, i have not noticed any update in my Additional documents section yet but it seems, they have actually started moving july files from CIO. In the July Forum on Canadavisa, a guy whose AOR is July 1st, (cannot really say when he was in NA2 but he passed medicals on the 20th and unless his IP1 was long, he would probably be in NA2 by 21st July) said he noticed "No additional documents needed" in August 25 to be precise.

I have been checking people's timelines and doing some calculations as well. It seems files that are processed in Sydney moves to Ottawa or LVO when NA2 is about 40 - 50 days, came to know this because some people's GCMS pointed out that their file moved to LVO at the same time that their Documents section changed to "No additional documents required". So it is possible that DBA4show actually had his file moved to Ottawa since he is also a July 6 AOR and he had been earlier informed that his file was being processed at Sydney.

I also noticed that if you were a long time on IP1, your NA2 is much shorter.

This process is so funny, really teaches patience.

God is in control.

Hmm....the Ziggy Zaggy of IRCC...or is it CIC?

dammysanmi:
You guys have stayed too long in that valley

I know right?

MrsBee:


Did you notice his NA2 was in September? I don't know if that means anything.

@Yooku, @deeore @ajujuju2 @yewwygrace @boldinc @noviolence has anyone seen any update in the Additional documents section?

Yessss!!! Just logged on and checked and it says "We do not need any additional documents" PPR rain is about to break out on July AORs at Sydney...Watch this space!!

JustinTrudeau:
Check bolded.This is a public forum.Thread carefully my friend,so many eyes here,you don't want to end your application before it even started.
Your PM

Chaii!! The Prime Minister has spoken ooo

boldinc:
Thanks for the info...

@Yooku, @deeore @mrsbee @ajujuju2 @yewwygrace etc... Looks like there's movement in Sydney now!

Really??!!! In IP2 now?

Wura27:

LOL. Because I can't give info on the particular name of the company she works but it's an organization with offices in a lot of countries.

So just to be clear, this was NOT an intra-company transfer to Canada, but a job with a different company?

Arielle:

Hi Hamilton. I'm wondering the same thing. I saw your post several days ago and have been looking out for a response to it. It seems HR is not popular among immigrants hence the dearth of response and information on this thread. From some eesearch , I get the impression that its a difficult field to break into. I thought of doing a PGD, but I'm getting a bit confused. Please share any additional info you may come across. Good luck!

Hi, please check this link out...Bridging Program and there are contacts provided who i'm sure will be able to answer all your hard questions and make some recommendations.... http://www.accesemployment.ca/index.php/human-resources-connections

Kontagious:

Hi billy, I feel compelled to respond to this post though would rather want the the debate to end as its been subtly on for a while. However, if the debate goes on with pointers that might help one, two or five people, then it's worth it.

I agree 100% with your post (and bbaby84 submissions) but I don't think anyone is disputing the fact that you lose points in some factors if you chose you have a spouse, rather we mostly recommend test takers (either single or married) to aim 8777 LRWS. Here is the gist, an applicant who is single does not get maximum score attainable from ielts with 8777 so does a PA with a spouse loses points attaining that score. A spouse on the other hand gets maximum (20) points claimable scoring 8777.

If I am right, yooku's initial post was made to encourage future test takers to max out their score with 8.5,8,7.5,7.5 (LRWS), but she only referenced CRS factor from a married applicant's perceptive.

In summary, applicants either single or married (PA) gunning to secure points possible should aim higher than 8777.
T
cc: yooku, bbaby84, XX01

Ditto!!!

For those with enquiries about how to enter into various fields of employment in Canada, the below has links to various bridging programs which can help you to ease into your prospective field.Cheers!!

http://www.ontarioimmigration.ca/en/working/OI_BRIDGE_NONREGS.html

Blackbuddy:


Please pardon the delay in replying. The training programs could come in the form of those organized by settlement agencies, bridging programs and/or internships.

Let me illustrate based on my experience and research with examples;

Access Employment, http://accesemployment.ca/index.php/working-in-your-sector

They have great sector specific training programs which help internationally trained professionals to understand the Canadian work environment and prepare you for focused job search. They aid with resume writing, interview prep and most importantly, networking. Please use the link above to research/contact them

COSTI, http://www.costi.org/programs/employment.php

They extensive expertise and experience in operating successful employment programs aimed specifically at assisting internationally trained individuals to obtain meaningful employment. Please see their link above as well.

Career Edge, https://www.careeredge.ca/for-job-seekers/register-iqp/

They assist experienced newcomers by connecting Canadian employers to job seekers through a paid internship. Following the internship, you are better equipped to tackle the wider job market and may be retained by your employer on a permanent, elevated basis.

YMCA Employment Services, http://ymca.ca/What-We-Offer/Employment-Services

Their programs are more general in nature for those who want opportunities in lower level work opportunities or trade occupations and youths. They also have placement opportunities, mentorship and one on one support.

Dixie Bloor Neighborhood Centre, http://dixiebloor.ca/employment-2/job-search-workshops-for-newcomers-to-canada/

They have short job search workshops which are designed to help you identify steps to reach your employment goals and understand specific occupations in Canada. They also teach you how to get connected with mentoring programs, job development, business directories etc.

Dufferin-Peel’s Adult Education Centres, http://www3.dpcdsb.org/programs-services/adult-education/work-experience-co-op-programs

They offer a range of training programs that provide development in professional and language skills with co-op placements.

Newcomer Center of Peel, http://www.ncpeel.ca/index.php/services/look-for-employment

They also have training programs.

The Mentoring Partnership, http://www.thementoringpartnership.com/mentoring/mentee/

A great way to get guidance from a professional working in your field of experience, I am a registered Mentor with this organization.

For general newcomer assistance, how to learn about child care assistance, to do your taxes, general job search, how to register for things available to newcomers, try Centre for Education and Training, https://www.tcet.com/newcomer-info-services/locations

This is not an exhaustive list please but just a few quick examples of where you can go to get assistance in the GTA, Ontario. For those outside Ontario, please check here and research your target province and city, http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/services/index.asp

Once again, everyone please pardon my late responses to your personal messages. I'm humbled by your messages, good wishes and prayers and I will try to keep up with the requests for info and tips as time permits. I know we can all succeed and our journeys will end in praise.

@deeore @noviolence @yooku @mrsbee @ajujuju2 @yewwygrace

Stats from immitracker generally show that out of about 537 July AOR cases only 63 (12%) have PPR, and 374(70%) are post Medicals passed and pre-PPR so we are not unique. The remaining 18% haven't even passed medicals so the numbers speak for themselves. All that talk about travel history et al can wait He makes all things beautiful in HIS TIME.

bbaby84:
@Ajujuju2 how far babes? Mehn I feel you o. I've been on NA2 for a couple of days and it's like forever.
Just checking on you...

Couple of days and it's forever? Hehehehe....more grace to you for the wait!

toyogirl:
Ha ha ha ha ha! 2 months ago was even b4 PPR! You're just like me, I already went to Union Homes building at balogun mkt since end of May to get the quotes for boxes we'll be taking along ....I've even started giving out all those our plenty wedding gifts that have been stashed up the wardrobe for years! Meanwhile....PPR is still on the way ooo

Faith backed by works...I'm itching to start paying for my ticket now now seff

Dammie2017:
Has anyone done medicals on weekend or public holiday in Lagos.
For reference letter from employer, does the date written on it matter? I have one dated may which I used for Ontario PNP, can I use it or I should get another.

You can use the same one for PNP for EE. Date doesn't really matter once its from your employer and is legit. I used my 2015 references from my initial attempts at EE for my submitted application

lilyandie:
Good morning house,

Please i need advice from our successful ppr pple.

I'm preparing my POF, due to the sudden xchange fluctuation, i have to raise another 1m, will a sudden payment of 1m into my acc be a red flag? I'm rlly worried.

Thanks for your help

Not really...Just explain it in your LOE why you had to make that deposit

Snappyfingaz:
Hi everyone,

I'm new on this thread and I've been trying to read through but I swear it is not easy for a newbie to understand some of the acronyms here.

So anyone, please help me with the full meaning of the following...

AOR NA2 PPR

Thanks.

Check https://www.nairaland.com/2624318/canadian-express-entry-federal-skilled/535#57418866

teebaeby:
PPR Mail just arrived! Thank you to the active members of this forum. Canny Christmas loading!
Timeline below:

AOR AUGUST 1
MEDS August 14th
NA2 August 23rd
PPR August 25th

Chaaiiiii...See timeline ogidigidi...It brings tears of joy to my eyes to see such speed. Olowogbogboro oooh

Yewwygraceful:
My sister NA2 o. File is at CIO Sydney. God is in control. July 20th AOR.

May God in His mercies deliver us from CIO Sydney In Jesus mighty name Amen.

Amen ooh

tundechange:


Hi Nicoletheo, apologies for digressing a bit.

Please what pathway would you advise someone who works in a Bank and want to switch IT to follow in order to become an IT Business Analyst?

Thanks

Simple....Go and get an education in IT Business Analysis. I know at least Conestoga College in Kitchener has an ITBA PGC/Diploma program

Marc0110:
Good job here.
How long does it take ICAS to prepare a comprehensive post secondary assessment report. They stated 20weeks on their site but I was wondering if by anyone here's experience it'd been shorter!

Am wondering if could be added to any WhatsApp group on Canada or immigration

Check comments on the August 2017 AOR tracker on immitracker. They have a very active Whatsapp group