For People landing soon, found this piece on the general forum and decided to post it here, hope it is of help to all. Cheers
very informative thanks qorax
Quote from: qorax on June 23, 2011, 11:38:07 pm
Links to my threads on Canadavisa:
(Created 'coz after my 'Master Thread' I have added couple of more)
1. FSW-PR Application Process: - All about the 'Fast Track'* processing system...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t36571.0.html
2. Background Checks: - Information on B/ground & Security Checks...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t39578.0.html
3. BF'D, what is it: - The Bring Forward Date & its connotations explained...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t39705.0.html
4. Can we Land Anywhere: - Which POE to choose for 'landing'? Can it be different...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t35499.0.html
5. Where to land for Jobs: - Which Canadian city 'might' be better for a Newcomer...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t31291.0.html
6. Jobs, How to Succeed: - As a newcomer, what to expect & what are the prospects...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t31106.0.html
7. Engineers, How to Succeed: - A newcomer Engineer's path to progress in Canada...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t37451.0.html
8. Doctors, How to Succeed: - A newcomer Doctor's path to progress in Canada...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t37491.0.html
9. Landing, Explained: - While 'landing', for the 1st time, what to expect & to do...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t36735.0.html
10. Landing Funds, Proof: - My perspective on 'landing' POF...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t39318.0.html
11. Bank A/c from Dubai: - Opening a Canadian bank account from our homeland...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t34013.0.html
12. Driving License, how to get: - How to use our overseas driving experience for a Canadian D/L...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t39566.0.html
13. Canadian Healthcare System: - How good is the Medical facilities here & what to expect...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t37039.0.html
14. Temp. Health Insurance: - Should we obtain a Health Insurance before 'landing'...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t39920.0.html
15. CAIPS Notes: - Should I get it; what is the 'procedure' to order them...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t72568.0.html
16. Goods to Follow List (form B4): - What is it & how to file/make it...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t44793.0.html
17. Toronto Neighborhoods: - Which are the 'good locations' for residence'...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t66734.0.html
18. School Admission: - How is the schooling system in Canada; where should I put my kids...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t72241.0.html
19. Immunization Form: - What is it, why it is V.V.Important to carry to Canada...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t61790.0.html
20. Proof of Relatives in Canada: - What should we document to earn those 5 adaptability points...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t73719.0.html
21. How to do the Meds without the Form: - When the IMM1017 is not with us, here's what we could do...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t73722.0.html
22. Valid PR Visa on "expired" passport: - Can I yet 'land' with this pp...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t39327.0.html
23. Assessment of Foreign Qualifications: - What the Govt. is thinking about it; what we should be doing...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t33371.0.html
24. Bringing your car from the U.S. to Canada: - How to do the documentation for Export/Import...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t73751.0.html
25. US to Canada - Entry by Road: - The procedure, what to expect; What is "Flag-Poling"...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t66864.0.html
26. Newcomers Starter Jobs: - Extracts of some selected vacancy ads...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t50548.0.html
27. The Canadian Resumé: - Is it different than elsewhere; should we modify our CVs; is it required...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t74394.0.html
28. Baggage Carts at Toronto A/port: - It costs $2/cart; see the image here...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t40904.0.html
29. Dubai Applicants' Thread: - Networking among "Dubai to Canada" group...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t29519.0.html
30. Immigration Costs Canada Billions: - A "Fraser Institute"report; just for infoshare...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t71911.0.html
31. I.T. Rates - 2011: - What are the Income Tax rates in Canada for 2011...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t74159.0.html
32. On a Casual Note: - A general thread nurturing 'positive energy' & staying motivated...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t38987.0.html
33. The 'Josh' Post: - Blunders after 'landing' & how to move forward -- A motivating post by an old member (Reproduced)...
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/joshs-post-a-must-read-for-all-applicants-t29510.0.html;msg171957#msg171957
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The above threads purely give my opinion & perspective...
Qorax
*This process has been dispensed with since 26/6/2010, under MI-2. However, the system very much remain the same except that now the stage-2 docs r no more required - and should be sent directly to CIO-NS, as one 'complete advance' package.