LANDED 1ST OF MAY . UPDATE

[gerrybyrne]

Ok so on wednesday I went to the Ministry to get my qualifications verified for my trade ( plumber ).
The people here gave me a lot of grief over my Job Reference Letter. They tried to say that the job description on the letter was not clearly described enough. I had to argue my case for nearly 45 minutes, showing him my certificates etc. However he kept referring to the letter.
In the end his supervisor accepted my argument and they gave me the temporary licence(90 days) and I am entitled to sit the RED SEAL exam. So happy days.
I got a quote for car insurance today from my Canadian Broker for a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee for me and my wife. Cost 2740 canadian dollars.
Very expensive. So I will be shopping around for a better quote. If anyone knows of a good broker feel free to email me their details.

Some people on this forum have asked me about the proof of funds. Yes they do check for funds. And NO you do not need to show the exact funds declared on your C.I.C. application. But you must show all funds you have, and the amount must be in line with or above the minimum required amount.

 

[stiviri]

quick questions what happens when you get to the custom? when do they check for the funds? right at the airport or how does it work?

Thanks and it is nice to get this insight from you....

 

[qorax]

quick questions what happens when you get to the custom? when do they check for the funds? right at the airport or how does it work?

Thanks and it is nice to get this insight from you....

At the 1st stop itself a BSO will ask u for the funds. Then, once u head for the newcomers record of landing, u'll again be asked for it, as it'll be entered into the system. Finally, as u collect your baggage & proceed out, another stop with a BSO will be there, where u will be asked for it [as it'll be mentioned in your Customs 'disembarkation' form. Here, s/he may like to see it as well.

Qorax

 

[gerrybyrne]

quick questions what happens when you get to the custom? when do they check for the funds? right at the airport or how does it work?

Thanks and it is nice to get this insight from you....

Yes. The customs officers will check the funds at the airport.

 

[stiviri]

OHhh ok but that's if you bring them with you right? what if you have them in a bank account? will that be the same procedure? Thanks for your fast reply...Wish you the best of luck...

 

[dsenese]

You have to show all funds you have? Can you show a statement from one account as long as it's above the minimum required?

 

[bottomless_appetite]

i will have the same question. what if i only bring cash of lets say C$3,000 and the rest will be in a managers check? please reply. thanks

 

[ASMAFIR]

Yes. The customs officers will check the funds at the airport.

Sorry, What do u mean by BSO?

 

[stiviri]

ohh ok great that's all i need to know!! thanks!!

 

[CPA2CANADA]

bottomline for the proof of fund: we should bring what is required....

 

[rocky272727]

gerrybyrne, thanks for sharing the information and good luck

 

[qorax]

Sorry, What do u mean by BSO?

BSO = Border Security Officer. They r the officers of CBSA*.

Qorax
*CBSA = Canadian Border Security Agency

 

[aybee]

Ok so on wednesday I went to the Ministry to get my qualifications verified for my trade ( plumber ).
The people here gave me a lot of grief over my Job Reference Letter. They tried to say that the job description on the letter was not clearly described enough. I had to argue my case for nearly 45 minutes, showing him my certificates etc. However he kept referring to the letter.
In the end his supervisor accepted my argument and they gave me the temporary licence(90 days) and I am entitled to sit the RED SEAL exam. So happy days.
I got a quote for car insurance today from my Canadian Broker for a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee for me and my wife. Cost 2740 canadian dollars.
Very expensive. So I will be shopping around for a better quote. If anyone knows of a good broker feel free to email me their details.

Some people on this forum have asked me about the proof of funds. Yes they do check for funds. And NO you do not need to show the exact funds declared on your C.I.C. application. But you must show all funds you have, and the amount must be in line with or above the minimum required amount.

Dear gerrybyrne,

First congratulations of your sucess. I have a small query from you. I have applied under Industrial electrician and will land in Toronto in august. Can you please tell me from where did you det the credentials certified ? Can you tell me what does the 90 day give you as a plumber ? and how does the process of read seal go, i mean how to get it.

I am really confused as how to go for the red seal ?

 

[gerrybyrne]

Dear gerrybyrne,

First congratulations of your sucess. I have a small query from you. I have applied under Industrial electrician and will land in Toronto in august. Can you please tell me from where did you det the credentials certified ? Can you tell me what does the 90 day give you as a plumber ? and how does the process of read seal go, i mean how to get it.

I am really confused as how to go for the red seal ?

You can get your credentials recognised at the Ministry in Toronto. They are at 625 Church Street Toronto. They will give you a temporary licence for 90 days during which time you can take the Red Seal exam. Here is a link to the red seal
www.red-seal.ca

 

[sukh420]

is it really important to get credentials recognised, is it part of immigration process


thx