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[qorax]

Would-be immigrants to face tougher prospects
by: Harleen Kaur | September 11, 2011
           
Aspiring immigrants wanting to move to nations like the US, Canada, UK or Australia are likely to face grim scenario in the future. This is due to several factors including political turmoil & plunging growth rates of most of these nations and their consequent effects on the job scene for foreigners.

It is being increasingly felt that aspiring foreigners wanting to move overseas will encounter tougher immigration criteria due to the onset of another period of financial crisis in the global economy. However, to make things more clear, we need to make a country-wise analysis and the future they hold for would-be immigrants.

Outlook in Canada — Although, the economy of Canada has been successfully generating several new jobs for the past some time and absorbing many newcomers in highly-paying jobs.

But, there is no denying the fact the number of white collar jobs in Canada has considerably gone down due to its dependence on the US economy. Since, the US economy is struggling due to recent financial instability, Canada, being its neighbor, is obvious to get affected. Moreover, the several industries are feeling the pinch due to increasing wages.

Scene in US — Talking of the US, tougher US visa rules introduced in the recent times along with hurdles in the way of getting US citizenship are posing a big threat to the future of many aspiring immigrants wanting to come to the US.

There is no hope of conditions turning favorable for would-be immigrants, at least, not in the near future. Moreover, with more and more US firms likely to set up their base in nations including India, competition for white collar jobs will grow tough.

Job outlook in UK—Marred by the recent racial riots and along political instability, UK is already struggling to re-design its tarnished image of a favored global overseas destination. And the recently introduced stiffer UK immigration rules have even dampened the competitiveness of the UK in the international market.

UK has been witnessing huge reductions in public finances and this is certainly a squib for new immigrants.

Since, the UK is compelled to accept jobless youth from EU nations under the rules, it will have no alternative but to reduce further cuts in UK immigration levels for skilled migrants.
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http://www.canadaupdates.com/content/would-be-immigrants-face-tougher-prospects-16826.html

[qorax]

Tax Incentive Proposed to Hire New Canadian immigrants in Ontario
| Thursday, September 08, 2011 |

A proposed tax incentive program for Ontario businesses to hire new Canadian immigrants was announced at the Liberal Party's platform on September 5, 2011.

According to the new program proposed by Premier Dalton McGuinty, employers will be offered a $10,000 tax credit if they hire Canadian immigrants who have been in Ontario for less than five years.

Ontario Liberal candidate Mark MacDonald said the program was inspired by the complaints of new Canadian migrants who find it difficult to get work skilled experience in Ontario.

"The program is for immigrants that are having trouble finding a job in their specialized field," Mr. MacDonald added, "They need the work experience. Some of them are working low paying jobs that are not in their field."

Mr. McGuinty who planned the program also emphasized the need to help new immigrants coming to Canada to get their desired work experience in the country.

It is estimated that there are a large number of immigrants with high skills and educational qualifications immigrating to Canada every year. The plan therefore will help new Canadian citizens to get a one-year training opportunity in any business or workplace, informed Mr. McGuinty.

Especially, the program will target at professions that Ontario is lacking, such as occupations in medical field. Immigrants who have high skills including accountants and lawyers are also preferred.

In addition to the tax incentive program for Ontario business, Ontario Liberals are also giving a promise of offering a break of 30 percent on college and tuition fees with an aim to promote recruitment of Canadian immigrant workers.
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http://www.migrationexpert.ca/visa/canadian_immigration_news/2011/Sep/0/776/tax_incentive_proposed_to_hire_new_canadian_immigrants_in_ontario

[dreamfromafar]

Qorax,

Can you please guide me in requesting for CAIPS through my sister in Canada?  Please see my Q's in red:

How to fetch the CAIPS thru friend/relative [in Canada] ?

Under the Privacy Act, one of our friends/relatives, who reside in Canada, can order the CAIPS under our authorization. There is a CIC fee of only $5 to be incurred for that purpose. Here's what we should do:

1. Download the form here: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM5563B.pdf  I downloaded 2 pages. Page 2 being the access to information request form which requires the signature of my sister.  Thus, I believe this is different from the consent form?  Also, at the top left hand side, the form requires the "requester's reference no. - what is this?
2. Fill the specified colums/fields, viz:
   - a) Visa post [ND, Buffalo, London etc.]
   - b) Your File number [Bxxxxxxx]
   - c) Date of Birth [applicant's, not the rep's]
   - d) The requester's Postal address [Canadian Address only]
3. Tick the box "for CAIPS Notes request" on the form.
4. Enclose copies of the rep's [not yours] PR Card/visa/COPR etc. [Canadian ID].
5. Attach the Consent Form [signed by each applicant for "use of a representative"]. Where will i get this consent form? Since the request will come from my sister in Canada, does it need my original signature or e-sig will do?
6. Enclose a Money Order/Draft for $5.
7. Send (Mail or Courier 'only') all the documents to:
   Citizenship and Immigration Canada
   (Access to Information and Privacy Coordinator)
   Narono Building 360 Laurier Avenue West, 10th Floor
   Ottawa, Ontario K1A 1L1
   Tel.: (613) 957-6512
8. Your CAIPS Notes should return by 4-6 weeks [usually].

[dreamfromafar]

oooppppsss! forgot to say THANKS IN ADVANCE.....

better late than never

[yukon]

Qorax,

Can you please guide me in requesting for CAIPS through my sister in Canada?  Please see my Q's in red:

How to fetch the CAIPS thru friend/relative [in Canada] ?

Under the Privacy Act, one of our friends/relatives, who reside in Canada, can order the CAIPS under our authorization. There is a CIC fee of only $5 to be incurred for that purpose. Here's what we should do:

1. Download the form here: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM5563B.pdf  I downloaded 2 pages. Page 2 being the access to information request form which requires the signature of my sister.  Thus, I believe this is different from the consent form?  Also, at the top left hand side, the form requires the "requester's reference no. - what is this?
2. Fill the specified colums/fields, viz:
   - a) Visa post [ND, Buffalo, London etc.]
   - b) Your File number [Bxxxxxxx]
   - c) Date of Birth [applicant's, not the rep's]
   - d) The requester's Postal address [Canadian Address only]
3. Tick the box "for CAIPS Notes request" on the form.
4. Enclose copies of the rep's [not yours] PR Card/visa/COPR etc. [Canadian ID].
5. Attach the Consent Form [signed by each applicant for "use of a representative"]. Where will i get this consent form? Since the request will come from my sister in Canada, does it need my original signature or e-sig will do?
6. Enclose a Money Order/Draft for $5.
7. Send (Mail or Courier 'only') all the documents to:
   Citizenship and Immigration Canada
   (Access to Information and Privacy Coordinator)
   Narono Building 360 Laurier Avenue West, 10th Floor
   Ottawa, Ontario K1A 1L1
   Tel.: (613) 957-6512
8. Your CAIPS Notes should return by 4-6 weeks [usually].

You will get all the forms & instructions here:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/atip/index.asp

[banrad]

Nothing to interpret.
They r just telling u to wait for your turn.

Qorax

[JIMI 2]

dear quorax i am a doctor in pakistan.i have a question regarding under which catagory should i apply.whether
3112(general practitioner,family physician) or
3111(specialist physician) my qualification and experience is
..mbbs
..one year house job
..2 yrs in general medicine as resident trainee
..17 months in cardiology  as resident trainee
  all in teaching hospitals.
  still 15 months training left to become a specialist.
i have read some where in official site that resident trainees r also under specialist category
i asked this question elsewhere in this forum 2 persons said 3112 but i am not satisfied.please help me.i will be waiting.thanks

[qorax]

Qorax,

Can you please guide me in requesting for CAIPS through my sister in Canada?  Please see my Q's in red:

...

1. Download the form here: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM5563B.pdf  I downloaded 2 pages. Page 2 being the access to information request form which requires the signature of my sister.  Thus, I believe this is different from the consent form?  Also, at the top left hand side, the form requires the "requester's reference no. - what is this?

...
 
5. Attach the Consent Form [signed by each applicant for "use of a representative"]. Where will i get this consent form? Since the request will come from my sister in Canada, does it need my original signature or e-sig will do?

1. Yes, it has to be signed by your 'rep' [your sister,in your case]. And that 'Ref. No.' is your Immigration File No.

5. The 'consent Form' is here. Yes, it needs your original sign.:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM5475E.pdf

Qorax

[pooja82]

Hi, Ma'am!

Hi Qorax

Still no word at all

Any idea

regards

[safa]

dear qorax,

do u have any idea about the address appearence and disappearence.

thanks,

safa

[qorax]

Hi Qorax,

Hope all is well with you.
I hope you can guide us as we are in deep dilemma now.

We arrive like 3 weeks ago here in Edmonton.
Unfortunately there;s nothing here that we like.

At first we thought that it will be nice leaving here after spending 7 years of life in Dubai.
But we were wrong, things are very slow here and i don't know it seems that there is nothing here that we enjoy. Not much things to do outside. Malls are not that attractive at least.

Locals are like someone that you won't be able to trust. I honestly don't feel comfortable seeing most of them as if they're going to do something bad with you.
and I don't really feel safe when i'm in a public transportation unlike in Dubai.
We we're thinking of moving to Toronto. as we have relatives in New york and it will be easier for them to visit us.

thanks for your time. I hope you can enlighten us.

A. Firstly, there's something odd/wrong with we Dubaians... We imdtly compare every place with Dubai and start loathing them. Remember, Dubai isn't "real", its a dremland - a bubble which is bound to burst anyday... Someday. While Canada is the real world - the way a countey ought to be. Besides, Dubai is not our homeland, can never be -- while Canada is... Every bit of it... Every part of it.

B. Edmonton, beyond doubt, is a small place. Everything is limited. Usually, one must not go there upon initial stages. I had written about it many times on the forums... Why did u choose it? U must have thought something, some aspects of it that enticed u, why can't u look forward to that factor... And try waiting for it, work for it, even if it's the Godot ! I'm sure u just didn't "land" there on a whiff.

C. Member "Mirza" landed there, from Dubai, this yr. He's a shift supervisor with Home Depot. Member "Leon", the Sr. Most in this forum, resides there as well, since long. Try meeting them... Learn from them.

D. Any new place will come with challenges... A bit of isolation is expected... With new environs, new ppl, new way of life, new everything, we r bound to  feel "left-out" in the initial phases of settlement... Try & take grasp of it... Make the best of it... Stay positive... U'd soon get over it... And start your new life all over again, successfully !

E. Yes, for ppl like us who have come from Dubai, experienced its glitz already, Edmonton albeit will be a downside... But choosing that locale was your call - despite our/my best efforts over the forums. Anyday Toronto would have been a better option for ppl like us. Toronto is huge... There's tremendous similarity between here & Dubai... While this place being extensive - many times over w.r.t. Dubai.

F. U can relocate asap. Probably u'd be better-off here. However, there's the cost-component to take care off. If it does seem possible - come here.

G. Again remember, even Calgary, Regina, Winnipeg, Ottawa etc. Will not be a match for us (ppl of Dubai)... However, Toronto, Vancouver & Montreal have it's similarities to the place we come from (Dubai).

H. Vancouver could be irksome for the job prospects... Cost of living wise it won't pose a challenge for we Dubai types. While Montreal is best selected if u have some ken with French.

Think about it !

Qorax

[qorax]

Dear qorax
I feel down at this time. Plan to go back to india.what is the best way to left ? Before getting pr card ? I landed on 16 oct. I found opening of labour jobs only. Or u can say I am not able to search more options.

What is the best way to get all money back? I opened account in scotia bank. I am still trying to explore but if everythings go wrong then I will go. Plz help me.

Hi,

Going back would be the dumbest thing... do the Co-Op asap, that's your 'fast-track' to a/ny job here.

Meet me when I come back [around end of Nov-11]. Talk to Explorer101, Ankit, bsrk68, indiraprab etc. meanwhile.

Qorax

[qorax]

Dear Qorax,
I am a quebec selected applicant from Pakistan. My file is in London, I did my meds in feb 2011 and paid the RPRF. Now i have been called for the interview in CHC Islamabad. I have got my caips notes which states.
1. MEDDEC 1
2. PSDEC 1
3. SELDEC 4.
They asked me to bring the PPT only. What do you say boss whay they have called me for the interview?
Waiting for your reply
Regards

I've written on it in a post somewhere...

Take along only the docs they have asked u in the Interview Letter. They'd check/query your travel details, current job, Hajj visits [if any], business in country/abroad, political ideology, world interests, your spouse's info, etc.

Usually it'd go smooth - u'd be fine.

Qorax

[qorax]

Dear Sir Qorax,

Been very thankful for the informations u r always sharing us to this forum, very useful and informative..

With my case, if I could also have some of ur opinion to throw up some light as to what is happening to our appln, here is my situation:

London VO;post 25 June applcant; meds done-13 aug 2011; meds received line on ecas-9 oct and on 3rd Nov our ecas changed from In Process to Decision Made, but bothered because we have not received our passport request yet or any communication letter from VO. 

Your help will be very much appreciated and may our Good Allah bless u always.

Kind regards
xyz

Usually 'DM' occurs after the PPR... however it has been observed that sometimes they do so even after the Meds r 'seconded' - that could be your case.

Relax, u might be getting your PPR in a couple of weeks.

Qorax

[devilhimselff]

dear quorax i am a doctor in pakistan.i have a question regarding under which catagory should i apply.whether
3112(general practitioner,family physician) or
3111(specialist physician) my qualification and experience is
..mbbs
..one year house job
..2 yrs in general medicine as resident trainee
..17 months in cardiology  as resident trainee
  all in teaching hospitals.
  still 15 months training left to become a specialist.
i have read some where in official site that resident trainees r also under specialist category
i asked this question elsewhere in this forum 2 persons said 3112 but i am not satisfied.please help me.i will be waiting.thanks

Jimi you can apply as 3111....In the second NOC add 3112 just to be safe.

Those you are saying that you shouldnt, assume that degrees make a difference, they dont ....

Make sure you get Experience Letter detailing your Job duties, salary slips, or letter from account section, or bank statement showing that your Residency is paid. Make detailed letters from all Consultatnts with their contact to claim MAX points for Experience.

The hrdc site says:
Residents in training to become specialist physicians are included in this unit group.