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    Newcomers : Starter Jobs : SELECTED POSTINGS >>>

    some of my friends also trying network marketing...few are very successful as well. What i found was the great opportunity for net working in a new place.
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    Do not change money in Airport on arrival

    I have also found out that money change bureus offering slightly higher than bank rate if we are selling usd.
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    Short Stay Accomodation at Toronto

    I have landed with family on June 16th. Staying in safehomestay at Lockmere Terrace, North york. i have liked the place and have no hesitation to recommend to others.
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    Do not change money in Airport on arrival

    Just to clarify further, I sold usd 1500 to Master Burea de change and received CAD 1425. Following day I sold usd 100 to HSBC bank and received CAD 101. This was done online and thru bank transfer between two accounts held with them.
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    Proof of funds for dependants landing

    As a Principal member, I had completed landing in dec 09. Now in june my family landed. No questions asked as to proof of funds or the amount they are carrying. This is for information to interested members.
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    Do not change money in Airport on arrival

    I was just shortchanged and hence want to share experience. I wanted canadian dollars since I had to pay for my accommodation on arrival and that too for full one month. Only mode of acceptance was cash in canadian dollars. I got exchange rate of 0.95 canadian dollar for one usd. Following day...
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    Open a "Scotiabank" Account in Dubai...

    Hi friends, My experience with HSBC is not positive. I apparoached them in India in sept 09 with the intention of opening Canadian account. By that time my visa was already approved and stamped on my passport. I was informed that there will be a charge of Rs 10,000 to open the account before...
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    Landed........& now a permanent resident

    I am able to drive with international driving permit. I believe one can drive with any other country driving license if it is in english or certified translation available for first few months. Not aware of any other type temp license.
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    Landed........& now a permanent resident

    Thank you friends for all yr good wishes. I have received pr card. Job search continues...
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    Is it really worth moving to Canada???????????????

    Hello Frenchasian, The cost of living is very subjective and personal. Like the place I am living in North york with a friend in single room apartment, it is costing cad 650 my share of rental, cad 250 groceries share, cad 100 towards cable, phone and internet. Another cad 150 for monthly pass...
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    Is it really worth moving to Canada???????????????

    I am a recently landed immigrant. Frenchasian and BobbyB, I am also in a similar situation ie second category. Have reasonable networth, plan for adequate passive income and want to upgrade education and skills to meet the market requirements in Canada. During my brief stay so far, I have...
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    Landing - Your experience and suggestions needed

    1) I don't have a friend or relative or a job in Canada, so I cannot give any address to the boarding authorities. Is it going to effect? NO. YOU CAN APPLY FOR PR WHEN U RELOCATE FINALLY. 2) Since I am coming back on the same day I don't get a chance to apply for SIN Number. Is it okay? If...
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    Questions about CGA (Certified General Accountant)

    Best bet for you is to visit www.cga.org/canada.
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    Landed........& now a permanent resident

    If you have applied for Alberta, you can land in Toronto. There is no problem under FSW category except for Quebec. For sending PR, if you are not planning to stay for 3 or 4 weeks, you can rent a po box. I have posted a separate thread on the forum some time back. You can check on that...
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    Landed........& now a permanent resident

    I am staying with a friend sharing an apartment. I think that is the best way if you can find one. Regarding accommodation in toronto, you can check on http://247apartments.com http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/hhh/ www.gottarent.com http://www.safehomestay.com There is another thread in this...
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    Landed........& now a permanent resident

    marie, it took me two hours in total from time of landing to exit. Again as explained the wait was longer at baggage arrival from flight and at customs.
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    Landed........& now a permanent resident

    I landed at pearson international airport toronto on 18th Dec 2009. Here is my experience... Received customs declaration forms on the plane. Filled it in and remembered to tick the box for "goods to follow". Upon arrival, passed through a counter who checked the declaration form and passport...
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    Document procurement services for NRI applicants

    As an NRI, it was a challenge for me to get certain documents from India for my immigration application. Getting documents like transcripts, birth certificate etc., from india could be a nightmare experience to some of us apart from time consuming delays. Have come across a website...
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    I got it........

    Congratulations. Wish u good luck in canada too. When r u landing?
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    Any one planning to land in Jan-2010

    Hello Bala, I am from accounting/finance background. I will be looking in the similar fields and possibly for self employment or business setup as well. Initially I will be staying with a friend in Newyork area. Later will look for own accommodation before bringing family. I am not familiar with...