mention new career plans?

[aw76]

Hello all,

I am in the process of writing the letter that talks about our personal history and all the other stuff that proves our relationship for an outland family class spousal sponsorship.  I am currently working at a decent job though it is not what I plan on doing permanently (carpentry).  I have plans to go back to school for a  program that is related to my existing university degree in Biology.  Should I mention as much in my letter as it would show my greater career ambitions?  Or would it appear to them to be a period of transition/unstability in my life and cause them to have concern about my financial situation and whatnot?  I know that there is no financial obligation required for spousal sponsorship (correct?) but I remember reading somewhere about a certain section in the regulations that can make financial status relevant to such an application.

Also on that topic, my wife is planning on attending school as well.  She hasn't decided yet on full time or part time (so she could work).  I reckon it is a good idea to put in her future plans for when she lands in Canada, but would the prospect of us both being students cause them to raise concerns about our financial ability to support ourselves during that time?


Any input/advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you

[raycrawford]

I think in all cases it is best to be honest. I am retired but wrote in our letter that I would take night courses to continue my education. Also my spouse wanted to work part time and go to night school.

I think it is important for them to see that you have plans together and want to succeed in establishing a career.

You would simply state that you both want to further your education and intend to work and also attend school. You don't have to elaborate.

Regards,

Raymond.

[aw76]

thanks for the reply