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Ontario PNP Questions (EE FSWP) - The Definitive Guide (collection of posts)

MooseNBooze

Hero Member
Nov 6, 2015
403
63
Category........
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
19-01-2016
Doc's Request.
22-01-2016
AOR Received.
20-01-2016
Med's Done....
22-01-2016
Passport Req..
22-04-2016
VISA ISSUED...
03-05-2016
LANDED..........
25-12-2016
This might be helpful for all who have received (or will be receiving) Ontario's invitation to apply for their PNP. I have collected the following threads, listed topically and I ask others to add more (I will update this post accordingly) -

OINP Eligibility Requirements and Related Questions
http://www.ontarioimmigration.ca/en/pnp/OI_PNP_EE_CAPITAL_HOW.html (official website)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/oinp-eligibility-requiements-t380415.0.html (eligibility)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/ontario-express-entry-human-capital-priorities-stream-t298423.0.html (comprehensive discussion on the program)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/ontario-immigrant-nominee-program-updates-creating-new-profile-works-t384135.0.html (recent development - official statement verifying that deleting EE profile and creating a new one may result in PT notification, provided other criteria are met)

Application Form and Guide
http://www.ontarioimmigration.ca/prodconsum/groups/csc/@oipp/documents/document/oi_en_hcps.pdf (Application Guide)
http://www.forms.ssb.gov.on.ca/mbs/ssb/forms/ssbforms.nsf/GetFileAttach/005-0205E~2/$File/0205E.pdf (Application Form)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t302709.0.html (the comprehensive guide to filling out the form)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t370735.0.html (some excellent questions and answers about the documents required)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t382003.0.html (Type N/A or leave blank?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381373.0.html (more on typing N/A vs. leaving blank)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t366240.0.html (suppose mistakes were made in the form that's already been submitted, what to do next?)


Re: Those With >450 CRS or are Otherwise Expecting ITA and Who Got the OINP Invite
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/invitation-to-apply-for-ontario-pnp-advise-needed-urgent-please-t383518.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/benefits-of-oinp-vs-normal-ee-t383582.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351182.0.html (what if ITA happens post-OINP application?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t377996.0.html (>430 CRS, Wait or File?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351848.0.html (also touches on AOR/processing times)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351071.0.html (CRS of 479, with CEC, fwiw)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t374028.0.html (CRS 438, Wait or File?)

Regarding Proof of Funds
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/proof-of-funds-express-entry-t263315.0.html (general discussion on EE, not specific to OINP)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/a-complete-way-to-nail-source-of-fund-dilemma-t349224.0.html (topic is titled "A complete way to nail 'Source of Fund' dilemma" but it basically deals with gift deeds etc. and is most helpful to those in India)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t355174.0.html (do the statements really need to be signed and stamped?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t349848.0.html (no need to provide credit card statements etc.)

Regarding Work Experience and LORs
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/oinp-submit-lor-for-all-work-experience-in-the-past-10-years-t383827.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/eefswforeign-work-exp-proof-t383603.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/salary-on-employment-letter-t383420.0.html (salary missing on LOR)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t377744.0.html (cannot get LORs from some employers)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t372720.0.html (leave some jobs out?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351848.0.html (self employment in UK but applicable to self employed folks in general as well)

Regarding Education History/Documentation
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/do-i-have-to-submit-a-certified-copy-of-educational-certificates-for-oinp-t383632.0.html (certified copies of education documents needed?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t350800.0.html (what if original ECA is unavailable?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381278.0.html (ECA for highest degree only)

Regarding Occupation, NOCs and Related Discussions
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351201.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381267.0.html

Regarding Expression of Interest/Intent to Settle
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t380047.0.html (proving ties to sibling)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351289.0.html (no ties? no problem!)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t350445.0.html (suppose you didn't attach a statement of intent...no worries, just follow this tip)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t369509.0.html (received a request for additional documentation re: intent to reside in ON)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t383073.0.html (a sample draft included within)

Regarding AORs and the Dec/Jan "No Processing" Issue
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t378761.0.html (OOPNP/OINP Applicants waiting for AOR during Dec & Jan)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t382312.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/oopnp-acknowledgment-received-t307460.0.html (the go-to OINP AOR thread)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t379635.0.html (links to the famous spreadsheets showing timelines and OINP stats)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t371324.0.html (timeline question)

Regarding Evidentiary/Supporting Documents in General (birth certificates, translations, certifications etc.)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t380057.0.html (birth certificate requiring translation)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381903.0.html (same as above - translation of birth certificate)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t302709.0.html (birth certificate unavailable, what to do?)

Regarding the Application Fee
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t374885.0.html (payment method, thread still needs to be fully/satisfactorily answered)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t350240.0.html (refund of application fee?)


In addition, let's congregate here with any questions on the process, forms, documents etc. To narrow down the topic, this thread will only focus on OINP's Human Capital Priorities Stream (FSWP). I ask seniors to drop by and answer questions. Best wishes to all.
 

rafzy

Champion Member
Jan 31, 2015
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MooseNBooze said:
This might be helpful for all who have received (or will be receiving) Ontario's invitation to apply for their PNP. I have collected the following threads, listed topically and I ask others to add more (I will update this post accordingly) -

OINP Eligibility Requirements and Related Questions
http://www.ontarioimmigration.ca/en/pnp/OI_PNP_EE_CAPITAL_HOW.html (official website)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/oinp-eligibility-requiements-t380415.0.html (eligibility)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/ontario-express-entry-human-capital-priorities-stream-t298423.0.html (comprehensive discussion on the program)

Application Form and Guide
http://www.ontarioimmigration.ca/prodconsum/groups/csc/@oipp/documents/document/oi_en_hcps.pdf (Application Guide)
http://www.forms.ssb.gov.on.ca/mbs/ssb/forms/ssbforms.nsf/GetFileAttach/005-0205E~2/$File/0205E.pdf (Application Form)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t302709.0.html (the comprehensive guide to filling out the form)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t370735.0.html (some excellent questions and answers about the documents required)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t382003.0.html (Type N/A or leave blank?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381373.0.html (more on typing N/A vs. leaving blank)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t366240.0.html (suppose mistakes were made in the form that's already been submitted, what to do next?)


Re: Those With >450 CRS or are Otherwise Expecting ITA and Who Got the OINP Invite
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/invitation-to-apply-for-ontario-pnp-advise-needed-urgent-please-t383518.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/benefits-of-oinp-vs-normal-ee-t383582.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351182.0.html (what if ITA happens post-OINP application?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t377996.0.html (>430 CRS, Wait or File?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351848.0.html (also touches on AOR/processing times)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351071.0.html (CRS of 479, with CEC, fwiw)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t374028.0.html (CRS 438, Wait or File?)

Regarding Proof of Funds
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/proof-of-funds-express-entry-t263315.0.html (general discussion on EE, not specific to OINP)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/a-complete-way-to-nail-source-of-fund-dilemma-t349224.0.html (topic is titled "A complete way to nail 'Source of Fund' dilemma" but it basically deals with gift deeds etc. and is most helpful to those in India)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t355174.0.html (do the statements really need to be signed and stamped?)

Regarding Work Experience and LORs
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/oinp-submit-lor-for-all-work-experience-in-the-past-10-years-t383827.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/eefswforeign-work-exp-proof-t383603.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/salary-on-employment-letter-t383420.0.html (salary missing on LOR)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t377744.0.html (cannot get LORs from some employers)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t372720.0.html (leave some jobs out?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351848.0.html (self employment in UK but applicable to self employed folks in general as well)

Regarding Education History/Documentation
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/do-i-have-to-submit-a-certified-copy-of-educational-certificates-for-oinp-t383632.0.html (certified copies of education documents needed?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t350800.0.html (what if original ECA is unavailable?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381278.0.html (ECA for highest degree only)

Regarding Occupation, NOCs and Related Discussions
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351201.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381267.0.html

Regarding Expression of Interest/Intent to Settle
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t380047.0.html (proving ties to sibling)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351289.0.html (no ties? no problem!)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t350445.0.html (suppose you didn't attach a statement of intent...no worries, just follow this tip)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t369509.0.html (received a request for additional documentation re: intent to reside in ON)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t383073.0.html (a sample draft included within)

Regarding AORs and/or the Dec/Jan "No Processing" Issue
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t378761.0.html (OOPNP/OINP Applicants waiting for AOR during Dec & Jan)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t382312.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/oopnp-acknowledgment-received-t307460.0.html (the go-to OINP AOR thread)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t379635.0.html (links to the famous spreadsheets showing timelines and OINP stats)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t371324.0.html (timeline question)

Regarding Evidentiary/Supporting Documents in General (birth certificates, translations, certifications etc.)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t380057.0.html (birth certificate requiring translation)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381903.0.html (same as above - translation of birth certificate)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t302709.0.html (birth certificate unavailable, what to do?)

Regarding the Application Fee
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t374885.0.html (payment method, thread still needs to be fully/satisfactorily answered)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t350240.0.html (refund of application fee?)



In addition, let's congregate here with any questions on the process, forms, documents etc. To narrow down the topic, this thread will only focus on OINP's Human Capital Priorities Stream (FSWP). I ask seniors to drop by and answer questions. Best wishes to all.
+1 for this post
 

Neel0526

Hero Member
Jan 13, 2014
283
4
Kolkata
NOC Code......
2171
Nomination.....
07-11-2016
AOR Received.
03-12-2016
File Transfer...
20-01-2017
Passport Req..
05-05-2017
VISA ISSUED...
05-11-2017
LANDED..........
05-07-2017

rajkamalmohanram

VIP Member
Apr 29, 2015
15,802
5,771
Guys! Re-creating profile for PT is for real. Ontario has made it official!

http://www.ontarioimmigration.ca/en/pnp/OI_PNPNEW.html

So, those of who haven't received a PT yet, go ahead and recreate your profile and get a PT.

Good luck and all the very best!!
 

rajkamalmohanram

VIP Member
Apr 29, 2015
15,802
5,771
MooseNBooze said:
This might be helpful for all who have received (or will be receiving) Ontario's invitation to apply for their PNP. I have collected the following threads, listed topically and I ask others to add more (I will update this post accordingly) -

OINP Eligibility Requirements and Related Questions
http://www.ontarioimmigration.ca/en/pnp/OI_PNP_EE_CAPITAL_HOW.html (official website)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/oinp-eligibility-requiements-t380415.0.html (eligibility)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/ontario-express-entry-human-capital-priorities-stream-t298423.0.html (comprehensive discussion on the program)

Application Form and Guide
http://www.ontarioimmigration.ca/prodconsum/groups/csc/@oipp/documents/document/oi_en_hcps.pdf (Application Guide)
http://www.forms.ssb.gov.on.ca/mbs/ssb/forms/ssbforms.nsf/GetFileAttach/005-0205E~2/$File/0205E.pdf (Application Form)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t302709.0.html (the comprehensive guide to filling out the form)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t370735.0.html (some excellent questions and answers about the documents required)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t382003.0.html (Type N/A or leave blank?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381373.0.html (more on typing N/A vs. leaving blank)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t366240.0.html (suppose mistakes were made in the form that's already been submitted, what to do next?)


Re: Those With >450 CRS or are Otherwise Expecting ITA and Who Got the OINP Invite
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/invitation-to-apply-for-ontario-pnp-advise-needed-urgent-please-t383518.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/benefits-of-oinp-vs-normal-ee-t383582.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351182.0.html (what if ITA happens post-OINP application?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t377996.0.html (>430 CRS, Wait or File?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351848.0.html (also touches on AOR/processing times)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351071.0.html (CRS of 479, with CEC, fwiw)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t374028.0.html (CRS 438, Wait or File?)

Regarding Proof of Funds
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/proof-of-funds-express-entry-t263315.0.html (general discussion on EE, not specific to OINP)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/a-complete-way-to-nail-source-of-fund-dilemma-t349224.0.html (topic is titled "A complete way to nail 'Source of Fund' dilemma" but it basically deals with gift deeds etc. and is most helpful to those in India)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t355174.0.html (do the statements really need to be signed and stamped?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t349848.0.html (no need to provide credit card statements etc.)

Regarding Work Experience and LORs
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/oinp-submit-lor-for-all-work-experience-in-the-past-10-years-t383827.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/eefswforeign-work-exp-proof-t383603.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/salary-on-employment-letter-t383420.0.html (salary missing on LOR)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t377744.0.html (cannot get LORs from some employers)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t372720.0.html (leave some jobs out?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351848.0.html (self employment in UK but applicable to self employed folks in general as well)

Regarding Education History/Documentation
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/do-i-have-to-submit-a-certified-copy-of-educational-certificates-for-oinp-t383632.0.html (certified copies of education documents needed?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t350800.0.html (what if original ECA is unavailable?)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381278.0.html (ECA for highest degree only)

Regarding Occupation, NOCs and Related Discussions
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351201.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381267.0.html

Regarding Expression of Interest/Intent to Settle
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t380047.0.html (proving ties to sibling)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t351289.0.html (no ties? no problem!)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t350445.0.html (suppose you didn't attach a statement of intent...no worries, just follow this tip)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t369509.0.html (received a request for additional documentation re: intent to reside in ON)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t383073.0.html (a sample draft included within)

Regarding AORs and the Dec/Jan "No Processing" Issue
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t378761.0.html (OOPNP/OINP Applicants waiting for AOR during Dec & Jan)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t382312.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/oopnp-acknowledgment-received-t307460.0.html (the go-to OINP AOR thread)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t379635.0.html (links to the famous spreadsheets showing timelines and OINP stats)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t371324.0.html (timeline question)

Regarding Evidentiary/Supporting Documents in General (birth certificates, translations, certifications etc.)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t380057.0.html (birth certificate requiring translation)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t381903.0.html (same as above - translation of birth certificate)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t302709.0.html (birth certificate unavailable, what to do?)

Regarding the Application Fee
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t374885.0.html (payment method, thread still needs to be fully/satisfactorily answered)
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/-t350240.0.html (refund of application fee?)


In addition, let's congregate here with any questions on the process, forms, documents etc. To narrow down the topic, this thread will only focus on OINP's Human Capital Priorities Stream (FSWP). I ask seniors to drop by and answer questions. Best wishes to all.
+1 for the effort!!!
 

MooseNBooze

Hero Member
Nov 6, 2015
403
63
Category........
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
19-01-2016
Doc's Request.
22-01-2016
AOR Received.
20-01-2016
Med's Done....
22-01-2016
Passport Req..
22-04-2016
VISA ISSUED...
03-05-2016
LANDED..........
25-12-2016
Bumping this thread for everyone's benefit.

Also, anyone else out there with significant self-employment? I'm having a bit of trouble about documenting a year of my life (the past year, in fact), during which I've been providing professional services to clients through an intermediary company on a contractual basis (oral agreements, unfortunately) and was paid in cash. Still within grace period to file taxes and probably won't be getting to it before filing the OINP application. I can get a sort of LOR from the intermediary company re: the compensation and the matters worked on their behalf but am a bit unsure about how to document the hours worked. I'm thinking about including average hours per week but will Ontario buy that? The whole full time and part time thing doesn't make much sense for self-employed people and solo proprietors.

Anyone with similar experiences or anyone out there with suggestions?
 

taffarel

Hero Member
Jul 13, 2015
296
20
Category........
NOC Code......
2131
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
amazing.. thanks a lot! +1
 

MooseNBooze

Hero Member
Nov 6, 2015
403
63
Category........
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
19-01-2016
Doc's Request.
22-01-2016
AOR Received.
20-01-2016
Med's Done....
22-01-2016
Passport Req..
22-04-2016
VISA ISSUED...
03-05-2016
LANDED..........
25-12-2016
Looks like I can't modify the OP anymore. Here are a few more helpful posts -

Duplicate Copy of ECA Report
This seems to be a recurring issue nowadays (Ontario asking applicants to arrange hard copies mailed to them directly from the ECA granting organization). Some threads with helpful info -
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/eca-oopnp-t386278.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/oinp-duplicate-eca-copy-required-from-wes-t385824.0.html
 

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Good job. Yet you will see same questions being asked over and over again.
 

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Admins should make this post sticky, because it contains so many important infos....