Pakistan Application Forum................

[salmanahm]

CALGARY—Citizenship and Immigration Minister Jason Kenney says hundreds of Afghan translators who risked their lives working with Canadian troops in Afghanistan and continue to be at risk will be moving to Canada in the next few months.

Kenney originally announced the “fast-track” program a couple of years ago to help Afghans who face what he called “extraordinary personal risk” by working with Canadians in Kandahar.

“We've received a few hundred applications. We are expecting that we'll probably end up admitting about 550 people who qualify for the program, which exceeds our original estimate of about 450,” Kenney said in an interview with the Canadian Press Friday.

“We appreciate the bravery and the courage of Afghans who have co-operated with the Canadian Forces. We anticipate anyone who qualifies under the program will be coming to Canada within a few months.”

An official from Citizenship and Immigration Canada said the department will accept applications for six weeks after the end of the combat mission. That puts the deadline at Sept. 12.

Fifty-six translators are already settled in Canada, said Rachelle Bedard. Another 33 are booked to travel later this month and another 130 will arrive in Canada this summer and early fall.

“We hope the remaining cases will be resettled in Canada in early 2012,” she said.

The risk to the interpreters is real.

In December 2009, an interpreter working for the Canadian Forces was gunned down in Kandahar City. Local police blamed the Taliban.

At least six interpreters have died alongside Canadian soldiers and an unknown number have been wounded by roadside bombs.

Others have seen their family members kidnapped or assassinated, a direct result of their ties to coalition troops.

They earn between $600 and $900 a month, but they rarely tell their family or friends where the money is coming from.

In the field, they keep their faces covered at all times and only use nicknames. They refuse to be photographed.

Interpreters have received night letters, which are used by the Taliban as a form of intimidation. They refuse to answer the door at night and often change the regular routes they take.

The application process has been cumbersome, prompting some translators to believe they were being abandoned by Canada.

“The program had a bit of a slow start because, shortly after we announced it, the security situation in Kandahar deteriorated. We had to remove all civilian personnel so CIC people could not be there to process the applications,” Kenney said.

“We lost almost a year in terms of processing time, but we're catching up now.”

Applicants require 12 months' service to the Canadian mission and a recommendation letter from a senior soldier or diplomat. They also need to meet standard immigration criteria such as criminal, medical and security screening before being allowed to come to Canada.

“A lot of applications are in the queue and they are moving forward, but people have submitted incomplete applications. We're trying not to be unnecessarily bureaucratic about this, but we have basic criteria,” he said.

Once the process is complete, Kenney believes the program will be seen as a success.

“The objective is to give an opportunity for resettlement for those who worked for us a long time who face an elevated level of risk. We will meet that objective at the end of the day.”

[Azr]

Thanks for your responses.

AZR & Khalid H

My profession biologist is in 29 eligible occupation. I have done my Msc Biology, worked as biologist researcher from 2004-2006 then biology teacher for O & A level in top school of my city from 2007-2011 Jun. Reccently resigned from teaching due to my youngest children illness.

My experience is within ten year limit. I will be sending documents on 1st week of august.

Salam Everyone. i always find this forum very helpfull. now i m asking another question... whether Attestation by Notary public is sufficient or we have to re attest from some other authority . Secondly original documents which r required ..should also be attested or not. can anyone explain...thanx

[Jade268]

Attestion from the Notary Public are enough.

Orignal documents are not attested.

Regards

Jade

[gemini88]

hi.

I have a Pharm-d degree having 17 years of education (A professional degree rather than a graduate degree)
How much points will I get, 22 or 25?

Kindly assist me in this regard.

Waiting for the soonest reply from EXPERTS.

Please reply.

[Azr]

Attestion from the Notary Public are enough.

Orignal documents are not attested.

Regards

Jade

Thanx jade. and now i have another confusion.it is clearly written on the top of the visa office specific instructions (IMM 7023) that
(Do not send originals unless otherwise stated. Send notarized photocopies of all documents except the police certificates, which must be originals. If your documents are not in English or French, send a notarized (certified) translation with a copy of the originals.)
but under the heading of "IDENTITY AND CIVIL STATUS DOCUMENTS" it is written that send original birth certificates, original marriage certificate. similary under "EDUCATION/TRAINING/QUALIFICATIONS" part it is mentioned that send original transcripts of all degrees in a university sealed envelopes.
can any body explain these things to me. plz guide me wt to do. and wen we say notarized document then wt does this word mean attestated...or something else....thanx

[Jade268]

My friend,

I am only sending orignal copies for Police Certificate, IELTS Result, Orignal NIkkah Nama.

Rest for all the documents including all the educational transcripts i am sending the attested notarized copies.

Where as Birth Certificate is concerned, i am sending the attested notarized copy, as i believe we also need to show the birth certificate to the doctor for medical examination.

Its my personal opinion, seniors, please comemnt on it.

Regards
Jade

[linksalman]

Hey AZR,

i texted you my phone number in personal message. do call me. i will clear all the points and guide you accordingly.

Regards,
salman

Thanx jade. and now i have another confusion.it is clearly written on the top of the visa office specific instructions (IMM 7023) that
(Do not send originals unless otherwise stated. Send notarized photocopies of all documents except the police certificates, which must be originals. If your documents are not in English or French, send a notarized (certified) translation with a copy of the originals.)
but under the heading of "IDENTITY AND CIVIL STATUS DOCUMENTS" it is written that send original birth certificates, original marriage certificate. similary under "EDUCATION/TRAINING/QUALIFICATIONS" part it is mentioned that send original transcripts of all degrees in a university sealed envelopes.
can any body explain these things to me. plz guide me wt to do. and wen we say notarized document then wt does this word mean attestated...or something else....thanx

[Jade268]

 @ Salman Bro,

WIll you also guide me, as iam gonna submitt my application in next 3-4 days, do we need to submitt orignal birth certificates?

[linksalman]

Jade,
check your personal message and call me.

 @  Salman Bro,

WIll you also guide me, as iam gonna submitt my application in next 3-4 days, do we need to submitt orignal birth certificates?

[Shaukat57]

Please reply.

In my opinion 17 points
Seniors can comment
Shaukat57

[royal_zafar]

 @  Salman Bro,

WIll you also guide me, as iam gonna submitt my application in next 3-4 days, do we need to submitt orignal birth certificates?

I would recommend every 1 to submit required originals to make your case as strong as possible. However, if your case qualifies for processing, the forms and all the original and photocopies of your documents will be held by the CIO for record. So don't expect any returns backs of your original docs.

Best of luck.

[salmanahm]

Consular Assistant

Competition Notice C12-07-2011

A competition will be held to staff the position of Consular Assistant on a permanent basis in the consular section of the Canadian High Commission in Islamabad. This position is classified at Level LE06, with a salary of PKR 69,933 per month, plus health care and other benefits.

This competition is open to all persons legally residing in Pakistan.The Government of Canada is an equal opportunity employer.

Summary of Duties:

Under the direction of the LES Senior Consular Officer, processes passports applications and citizenship documents for Canadian citizens abroad; provides consular support services to Canadians; financial and accounting services in support of consular, passport and citizenship services provided at the mission, assists Canada Based Staff in consular matters; and performs other duties.

Essential Requirements:

University graduation from a recognized institution (14 years of education).
Demonstrated English language skills, (subject to testing or evidence of certification).
Demonstrated effective communication skills in French, and Urdu languages (written & oral).
Strong computer skills in a Windows-based work environment.
Minimum of (2) years work experience in a strong client service environment.
Rated Qualifications:

Strong detail orientation.
Knowledge of general office procedures and practices.
Knowledge of software packages.
Excellent planning, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of other languages (Pashtu, Dari, Punjabi and other local languages).
Abilities:

Ability to analyze and interpret detailed information and policy documents to make informed decisions.
Ability to coordinate conflicting priorities within tight deadlines.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Personal suitability:

Professional integrity, tact, dependability, judgement, initiative, adaptability, flexibility and effective performance under pressure. Capacity to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with, colleagues, supervisor, and often difficult clients.

Conditions of Employment:

A valid work permit for foreign nationals
The continued appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to passing a passport certification exam.
The appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to Medical Clearance and Reliability Status Check (RS) obtained by Management. To conduct the Reliability Status Check (RS), the candidate must submit the following documents on being selected by the Mission:
Police clearance certificate;
Professional and educational mark sheets and certificates;
Passport, or Pakistani ID card;
3 x Passport photos;
Letter(s) of reference
Anyone wishing to compete for this position should send their Resume and a covering letter stating their interest in the position and the reason why they think they are the most suitable candidate, with reference to their qualifications and work experience by close of business hours (1230HRS) on Friday 22nd July, 2011 at:

Human Resource Manager
Canadian High Commission
Diplomatic Enclave
Ramna 5, Islamabad

[zadmalik]

Hi friends,

An update from London VO.....

My Address has disappeared since friday night.........

Any other fellow experiencing the same at the forum plz?

Plz pray for me.....

Regards;

Malik

[drsoofi]

Hi friends,

An update from London VO.....

My Address has disappeared since friday night.........

Any other fellow experiencing the same at the forum plz?

Plz pray for me.....

Regards;

hi there.....

well i have experienced the same thing of disappearance of address

this was also since friday night after i recieved my 2nd AOR from visa office london via email

i hope that's not a problem

[a4architecture]

I submitted my documents on 30th December 2010, which were received by D.STEPHENSON on 5th of January 2011. I applied under skilled worker category 2151(architect).
Since then I have not received any recognition of my application from CIO.
I sent my documents through FedEx to:
Citizenship and immigration Canada,
Federal skilled worker (cio),
196 George Street,
b1p 1j3 att: sw1-noc#2151,
Sydney, ns, Canada.