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anonymoose, No issue - and I've probably shared many of your frustrations over the years. The worst was being screamed at in the middle of the Grande Bibliotheque by an extremist (older guy) because I had the unbelievable nerve (in his opinion) to quietly speak to my three-year old son in...

anonymoose, I spent nearly five years as a PR in Quebec and had a few thoughts to add (I am now in Toronto). Add $500 to $1,000+ for an apartment that's similarly close to the city in Toronto. The same ads appear here; it's something that's common everywhere and you have to be very careful...

Caroliner1978, Since you are inside Canada you can call IRCC at 1-888-242-2100 and ask an agent. It is a confusing issue (at least to me) because I was told specifically before and after applying for my PR that I could not live/reside in Canada and that I had only visitor status during that...

I may be reading this incorrectly and it is confusing, but since her husband does not have temporary resident status (perhaps he somehow does?) he would not be eligible for the spouse or common-law partner in Canada class (i.e.: as a visitor). The checklist appears to create a third class which...

Caroliner1978, As your husband is not permitted to "Live" in Canada currently, I believe you would select the box for living outside Canada. He is in Canada under visitor status, not to reside, work or study. I was in the same position when I was in the process back in 2011; Immigration was...

Krishna, I never received an AOR (Acknowledgment of receipt) with a file number, although I did send the package with delivery confirmation so I knew it made it through. In fact, the first communication - of any sort - that I received was nearly 10 months after I'd submitted the application...

userpg, canuck_in_uk is correct, as usual. One thing you may want to do is to keep records that support your wife being there with you and her status in Poland. Scan her passport showing any entry/exit stamps and keep your airline tickets, etc. There shouldn't be any issue, but the more you...

I came across this thread randomly but have continued reading it because I am impressed by the hope and optimism that nearly everyone involved exhibits. With that said, there seem to be a few involved that are not as optimistic about their chances to succeed. My message is directed toward you...

descoba, You may want to look at the following page, which lists the reasons that result in inadmissibility to Canada. http://www.cic.gc.ca/ENGLISH/information/inadmissibility/index.asp The key phase is: "you have been convicted of a crime, or you have committed an act outside Canada that...

With respect given to jazibkg (+1) for first identifying Randstad in a post above, I've just learned from my HR people that this is the recruiter that my company uses for support personnel. We've hired a number of people over the years that have been connected through them. Randstad Canada...

Ok, here is the first that I've been able to verify with regard to being "real" and currently placing people: Fuze HR Solutions http://fuzehr.com/ 1-800-876-3571 info@fuzehr.com <- be sure to remove spaces, this is a general email box only; use their website or call them directly...

Congratulations Soucyyyy!

Vida, I agree entirely with kriv. There are subtle differences between passport photo requirements and PR photos. People are rejected from time to time for photos that don't meet the official specifications (they will ask for new ones). Here is a link to the official specifications with...

next2015. I sent a message to the proper HR person here in Montreal this morning and will let you know what I discover. It might help others here too. Again, the holidays may result in a delay before I receive a response. A lot of people are "working from home" if you know what I mean.

next2015, Yes, I am in Montreal. As usual, Scylla's input is right on target (also for Quebec) and I don't know what I can add beyond what I've already said here. My industry (commercial real estate) often hires mid-level and senior talent through referrals and via personnel defections...

Hi David, I’ll send you a PM in a few minutes with some information that might be helpful and I’ll do what I can to give you a bit of an edge. Reading, analytical, legal and bilingual skills are, in my opinion, particularly marketable in my own industry (as well as in others). The good news...

Hi Elan, I was in the reverse situation - almost the same though - in that I am married to a Canadian and spent a lot of time in Canada prior to my PR being submitted and subsequently granted. I found that the best thing to do when crossing the border is to be absolutely clear with the...

Hi David, I've communicated with a number of forum users here (as well as individuals elsewhere) that have either approached or been approached by hiring/placement organizations offering job location assistance in Canada (going back to 2011). You seem like an intelligent guy that isn't going...

soucyyyy, One thing to consider if you land "early" is to fill out your "Goods to Follow" documentation completely before you land, being certain to list all of your possessions that you will be importing into Canada at a later date. A copy of this list will be kept on file when you land - and...

Well said, Shakira. Unfortunately, many people are also subject to fraud while they are trying to immigrate. There was a thread a while ago about this: http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/need-some-help-to-check-if-employer-is-scam-t83632.0.html As you rightly point...