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  1. yellowhornet

    First-time landing from the US via Air Canada

    Hi, Non-US citizen here. I have some errands in NY and plan to fly to Toronto to activate my PR. Per Air Canada's requirements: https://www.aircanada.com/ca/en/aco/home/plan/travel-requirements/travel-documents.html Canadian permanent residents/landed immigrants returning to Canada from...
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    Technical Advice Needed-Can PDF files go lower than 96DPI?

    I found several software that can compress images below 96DPI while retaining sharpness and legibility, which is the only way I can get my proof of funds document under 4MB. However, the CIC website said scans should not be lower than 96DPI. I wonder if anyone has gone below and was fine with...
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    96DPI minimum resolution for document...blurry?

    According to CIC website, scans should have a resolution higher than 96DPI and PDF files should not exceed 4MB. I am compressing my documents to 100DPI, higher than the minimum, but they look a little blurry to me. It's legible but really uncomfortable to read. Can't afford to go higher though...
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    Can I use certied translator online - scan docs back & forth?

    Hi, I live in a country where affidavit is not a thing, and the local notary office refused to translate and notarize documents issued by non-governmental entities, e.g.employment letter signed by a person. I've contacted two CTTIC certifed translators and they said everything can be done...
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    Reference letter for work 7 years ago is missing manager's title

    This letter is for one of my older positions in another city, which I requested shortly after I left so it's been quite a while and my manager has moved on to other positions. I wonder: 1. How serious is the missing title? I understand CIC has the final say but just wondering if people have had...
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    Translations - licenced+affidavit OR notary required

    Hi, I've been searching the forum but hasn't found definitive answers. As overseas applicant, for translation of documents into English, does it suffice to have licensed translators (licensed in my country as opposed to Canada certified) stamp everything and sign an affidavit, or is it better...
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    Lack of letterheads for banks, companies...Do I explain each?

    I guess people in my country don't put much value in getting customized letterheads. My banks have machine-print statements in fixed format settings, and bank staff aren't allowed to sign anything otherwise. Also, a few of my previous employers don't have letterhead either and my reference...
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    Fund Proof Question - cannot get statement regarding debts

    Hi, According to CIC website, the requirements for Financial Means Proof asks credit card debts and loans be listed, along with assets. However, the banks I have accounts with all have a fixed-format statement for asset only. Therefore I cannot provide such customized documents for debts and...
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    HELP! Conflicting instruction on digital photo. What to upload?

    According to the "Applications for permanent residence programs subject to the Express Entry completeness check" page...
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    Get an attorney to check materials before submission, good idea?

    Hi, I am DIY-ing my post-ITA application. I have most of it set with a few documents to acquire. I can't really afford a do-over time-wise. So, I wonder if it's a good idea to get an immigration agent or attorney to proofread/check my application materials, just to make sure there's nothing...