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    Bringing vehicle into Canada from US temporarily as a Permanent Resident

    Thanks, it looks like #10 describes my situation: a permanent resident without the intention of residing immediately in Canada. So I guess CBSA will consider me as a "non-resident permanent resident" at that time instead of an official settler, thus allowing the temporary use of my vehicle in...
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    Bringing vehicle into Canada from US temporarily as a Permanent Resident

    Thank you, What I'm trying to figure out is if I can just bring it in temporarily, say a week, and then come back at a later date to do the landing procedures, or must I do it the very first time I cross the border with the car?
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    Bringing vehicle into Canada from US temporarily as a Permanent Resident

    Hello, I received Canadian permanent resident status last year but for the time being am still living in the US until I have things arranged in Canada. I have a question about bringing in my US car temporarily into Canada as a Canadian permanent resident. This car has been listed on my "Goods...
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    Sending self addressed stamped envelope from US to Canada?

    Thanks, I ended up going back to FedEx and opened an account. They created the shipping label with "bill sender" so that I will pay for however much it costs to return it. Cost only $21 USD to send up. Does CIC expect everyone in this situation to buy stamps online? Even then are you supposed...
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    Sending self addressed stamped envelope from US to Canada?

    Hello, I'm trying to figure out the best and cheapest way to send my documents from the US to Canada in a self-addressed stamped envelope so that I can receive the confirmation of permanent residence letter. With USPS I don't think I could do that because I don't have Canadian postage for them...
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    Filling out IMM 5562

    Hello all, I am filling out form IMM 5562 (Supplementary Info- your travels). Under section b) "Your spouse or common-law partner" do I need to fill that out for my wife who is a Canadian citizen? She is sponsoring me. I can't tell if they have that section for those people who are being...
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    CIC On-Line Services account to pay fees

    Hello, Does anyone know how CIC links an on-line payment to a particular application? I paid the $1,040 CAD amount online and the only information for my account is my e-mail address. How does CIC know that this payment is for my permanent resident application when it's not linked to my name...
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    Child not part of my sponsored person/family members application?

    Hello, I am wondering how to proceed with my sponsored person & family members application for an outland family class application. My wife is a Canadian citizen and so is our daughter who we had together. Since my daughter is already a Canadian citizen does she need to be included in my...
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    NAFTA employer letter of support

    Hi, I have a question regarding the NAFTA employer letter or support. My potential employer provided me a letter with all the info the immigration official needs to know regarding the position, however, they did not state that the purpose of the letter is for me to request/qualify as a NAFTA...
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    Interesting question- Work in Niagara Falls, NY and Live in Niagara Falls, ON

    we also have extensive phone records, e-mails, and skype records of our constant contact going back to 2009.
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    Interesting question- Work in Niagara Falls, NY and Live in Niagara Falls, ON

    dear ohcanadiana, we have been together the whole time, since July 2011, whether in canada, or out traveling abroad. how do immigration officials determine the exact "start date" of co-habitation? I had visited her many times before July 2011, but there were 2 or 3 weeks in between visits prior...
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    Interesting question- Work in Niagara Falls, NY and Live in Niagara Falls, ON

    dear scylla, it is great to have you respond. we can easily get affidavits from both sets of our parents, neighbours, and many friends. our shared bank account and shared utility bill goes all the way back to January 2011. I have all my bank accounts since then showing her address. We have...
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    Interesting question- Work in Niagara Falls, NY and Live in Niagara Falls, ON

    Thanks for the replies. We have been together for about 3 years now. I quit my job in July 2011 in order to be with her. I visited her from July 2011 until September 2011 when we went on a trip together to Europe for a few weeks. We have evidence of remaining together during our trip (flight...
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    Interesting question- Work in Niagara Falls, NY and Live in Niagara Falls, ON

    Hello, I am hoping someone can help me with my situation. I am wondering if it is possible to work in Niagara Falls, NY and live in Niagara Falls, ON? I am an American and have a Canadian girlfriend. Is there any way I could get a temporary resident permit for 6 months and then extend it if...
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    NAFTA agreement

    Yes you need to have a job offer and then an employer support letter that explains what NAFTA job category you qualify under, the duties of the job, the length of employment, the amount you are paid and any benefits, etc. You need to make sure that it is written with exactly what the immigration...
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    Need NAFTA job offer help! Leon, PMM, anyone!

    Is there anyone who knows what Canadian immigration officers will be scrutinizing in a NAFTA visa application? I have been offered a job with the city of Toronto as an "Urban Fellow". The position is for 1 year, and selects many urban planners (although not exclusively urban planners). The...
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    Contents of job offer letter, NAFTA professionals

    Hello everyone, I have a question regarding the contents of the job offer letter needed to show the immigration officer for a temporary work permit. I have been accepted for a position in city government. The position was supposed to begin in October 2011, but due to budget issues, it will not...
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    NAFTA

    Hello everyone, I have a few questions about jobs covered under NAFTA. I am an American who will be moving to Canada soon. I have applied for a few jobs related to Urban Planner (NOC 2153). My questions are: 1. What must be shown in the job announcement/job offer to illustrate that the job is...