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  1. thomas78

    Working As Software Developer in Canada

    what you said is 100% true........
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    Working As Software Developer in Canada

    Hi, Banking, insurance and service domains always have work pressure. However there are product companies and R&D firms where we can have a relaxed work culture. Immigrants who possess suitable skills with a valid professional work reference will not face difficulty in getting into IT field. The...
  3. thomas78

    Medical insurance from India

    Hi, I would suggest first 7 days of icici or any indian Travel insurance (to cover baggage loss etc) and any Canadian insurance providers like Manulife for 3 months.
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    MCA Graduate Canada Immigrant VISA

    i came across an article today.. just want to share with you guys.... http://www2.macleans.ca/2013/04/24/land-of-misfortune/ but dont lose hope. the importance of networking is highlighted in the article. so start developing it.
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    MCA Graduate Canada Immigrant VISA

    however MBA certificate does not fetch much jobs here. but computer programming skills and experience fetch lot of jobs with competitive salary.. MBA degree give more points to qualify for immigration.... :) my experience...
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    MCA Graduate Canada Immigrant VISA

    hi ramesh.. computer programmers are qualified for skilled immigration. Check for the noc . they will start accepting applications from may 4th. the sad part is they accept only 300 applications. acquiring supporting documents is bit a challenge now. Your credential evaluation determines your...
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    IT Professionals from India to Canada

    good news for IT guys... OTTAWA - Foreign engineers, computer programmers and physiotherapists are among those who will qualify for a revamped federal skilled-worker program when it re-opens next month. Citizenship and Immigration Canada has released its eligible occupations list and named...
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    NRI - New immigrant - How to bring money to Canada

    hi sunny, when filing tax in canada for the first time i believe you have to mention the assets or funds you hold in india because i remember filling it. As per the rbi guidelines NRI's should not hold any more resident savings account in india. existing account should be converted to NRE...
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    IT Professionals from India to Canada

    hi shahid... i belong to the same category and experience that you have. i immigrated in 2011. In june 2010 they removed noc 0213 from the list. As per my knowledge GTA is having lot of IT openings and the profession is not regulated (especially in BFS and telecom sector). They are probably...
  10. thomas78

    3 places to move to, 1 big decision, help needed!

    i live in burlington :) . when you have an employment , burlington is the best place to live. Otherwise how would you start here? renting, transportation, job search, groceries etc... There are less options/alternatives available to residents here.
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    3 places to move to, 1 big decision, help needed!

    Burlington is a small place. Its a favorite place for retirement. The number of business establishments (shops and restaurants) are very less. Frequency of transit bus is very less and expensive too. renting houses or apartments are very expensive. Basements are not common here. Healthcare...
  12. thomas78

    Mississauga

    Mississauga is having a multicultural environment. GTA weather is not harsh as in north western or eastern parts of canada. basements at ground levels can be rented without lease for 600-900. schools belong to peel district board. peel district board has poor ranking among other school boards...
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    Looking for IT Opportunities in Canada

    Hi, These are the top skills in demand in Canada..check the link. http://www.businessinsider.com/10-tech-skills-that-will-instantly-net-you-100000-salary-2013-2#saas-is-worth-almost-101000-1 Greater Toronto Area (GTA) - Ontario is mainly into BFS domain. The candidate should have valid visa...
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    Federal Skilled Worker 2013: IT Project Manager; Please help

    I could not find the NOC for IT managers in the below link. http://www.canadavisa.com/new-instructions-federal-skilled-worker-applications.html in the year 2010 june NOC 0213 was removed from the list. I applied in 2009 end and was eligible during that time. May be arranged employment or...
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    Federal Skilled Worker 2013: IT Project Manager; Please help

    QUESTION 1.1: Will immigration department consider experience under role of PM with my previous employer? ANS: Designation does not matter. Get a letter from previous employer indicating your role as a manager. that would be fine QUESTION 1.2: Is IT/Computer Project Manager eligible to apply...
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    1 year after landing in toronto

    it depends where you plan to live, apartment or basement, public transport or own car etc... . Any way i believe minimum monthly cost should be less than 2000 that includes rent, phone, internet, transport, grocery.. initial expense should include first and last month deposit, chequing ac...
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    1 year after landing in toronto

    Many IT companies relax credentials assessment, canadian experience provided the candidate performs well in interview. However, I believe that they still mandate to have valid work references. Certifications are good to have. I joined an IT company after 3 weeks of landing. IT professionals are...
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    Carrying settlement funds to Canada

    the bank draft should be in your name. Once you open a bank account, u can deposit and it would be credited in 2 days. Carry atleast 4000 cash because you have to deposit minimum balance while opening an account. I heard CIBC & scotia are good ones.. TD Canada Trust has more branches...I...
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    Carrying settlement funds to Canada

    hi.. i arrived recently.. i bought in the form of bank dollar draft , cash and travellers card..... draft and cash would suffice...
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    Finding a Job in Canada - Experiences

    hi ramta, if u have any friends or relatives try to accommodate there until u find a job. that is my personal advise. Now if you dont have any one, try to get bachelor rooms near to mississauga and etobicoke border. Most ITcompanies are there in Mississauga and most consultants are there in...