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CANADA DREAMZ

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NOVember mid its white christmas for me
its been only 40 days ever since landing, my experience says that be prepared for anxiety, strees, tensions etc, tough situation gonna make you crazy, whatever the job you get, you do it, even for getting odd jobs its equally tough as canada immigration process, it will take whole lot of time to settle, few are lucky enough to get jobs quickly, few keep going on struggling for any kind of job.

as soon as you land keep practicing for learners test, whatever you practice online only 40% you get, rest of the questions from booklet and other few sites, its very tough to clear in first attempt.

1 person cannot manage expenses in canada

atleast 2 people should work to run the home

Canada license is like half the value of Canada passport

economy is really creating havoc in here

so be ready for struggled life, sacrifice your sleep, food, and your wonderful oldies from back home lifestyle
 

gsinghbal

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My friend, Its not only in Canada, but even where ever you live, life is like this. However, within one year you will have different views on Canada. you are just new and struggling, feeling home sick, adjusting to environment, social and missing friends probably !!

Good luck, Relax, stay motivated.
Hard-work, willpower and dedication, A person with these qualities, Sky is the limit.

;D

CANADA DREAMZ said:
its been only 40 days ever since landing, my experience says that be prepared for anxiety, strees, tensions etc, tough situation gonna make you crazy, whatever the job you get, you do it, even for getting odd jobs its equally tough as canada immigration process, it will take whole lot of time to settle, few are lucky enough to get jobs quickly, few keep going on struggling for any kind of job.

as soon as you land keep practicing for learners test, whatever you practice online only 40% you get, rest of the questions from booklet and other few sites, its very tough to clear in first attempt.

1 person cannot manage expenses in canada

atleast 2 people should work to run the home

Canada license is like half the value of Canada passport

economy is really creating havoc in here

so be ready for struggled life, sacrifice your sleep, food, and your wonderful oldies from back home lifestyle
 

ttrajan

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Yes it is very hard during initial years. Also weather is very severe during winter months. Now job market and economy is very bad due to low oil prices.
 

number411

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CANADA DREAMZ said:
its been only 40 days ever since landing, my experience says that be prepared for anxiety, strees, tensions etc, tough situation gonna make you crazy, whatever the job you get, you do it, even for getting odd jobs its equally tough as canada immigration process, it will take whole lot of time to settle, few are lucky enough to get jobs quickly, few keep going on struggling for any kind of job.

as soon as you land keep practicing for learners test, whatever you practice online only 40% you get, rest of the questions from booklet and other few sites, its very tough to clear in first attempt.

1 person cannot manage expenses in canada

atleast 2 people should work to run the home

Canada license is like half the value of Canada passport

economy is really creating havoc in here

so be ready for struggled life, sacrifice your sleep, food, and your wonderful oldies from back home lifestyle
Sorry to hear about your struggles. I can feel your pain. Which city are you in? Can we do something to prepare ourselves for the struggle, while we are waiting for PPR? Can you think of something that can be done beforehand, so that this becomes less stressful?
 

FSWON

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number411 said:
Sorry to hear about your struggles. I can feel your pain. Which city are you in? Can we do something to prepare ourselves for the struggle, while we are waiting for PPR? Can you think of something that can be done beforehand, so that this becomes less stressful?
Nothing I guess. It is type of a bitter sweetness that everyone craves to have. you can never ignore the enticement of having "better" life in a developed country, while at the same time the feeling of adjusting with unknown everything will make you think what you have left behind. In this economic condition worldwide, keep your expectation very low. I am so worried about my kids. Dont know for certain whether doing right things!
 

number411

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FSWON said:
Nothing I guess. It is type of a bitter sweetness that everyone craves to have. you can never ignore the enticement of having "better" life in a developed country, while at the same time the feeling of adjusting with unknown everything will make you think what you have left behind. In this economic condition worldwide, keep your expectation very low. I am so worried about my kids. Dont know for certain whether doing right things!
What makes a difference is a Good Job. I think having a good job is a make or break factor. It is possible to buy many creature comforts with money, and a job also gives a social life. So I think whatever we can do, to get a good job, is a worthwhile investment. But maybe the question is, when the economy is bad and when the number of jobs are falling down everyday, is it still possible for someone to get a good job in few weeks after landing?

The jobs report for December (Reference below) said that Canada gained 23K jobs in december, but nearly all of them were temporary and self-employment jobs, while the permanent private sector employed declined by 15K or more.

http://www.cbc.ca/news/business/canada-jobs-december-1.3395020
http://www.statcan.gc.ca/daily-quotidien/160108/dq160108a-eng.htm
 

mrbeachman

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number411 said:
and a job also gives a social life.
Not in Canada. That's the problem.

You may get a decent job, even make good money and still want to kill yourself because it is just a cold country and cold people.
 

number411

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mrbeachman said:
You may get a decent job, even make good money and still want to kill yourself because it is just a cold country and cold people.
Well whatever I've seen in Toronto and heard from some, people seemed friendly and warm, not so cold? Why there's so much pessimism? Because of winter? From the other posts of OP I think he is having a small baby born a few months ago and suffering relationship issues too, so maybe these are reasons for stress along with no job, winter and new immigration. A new baby and relationships are stressful even without all these... hopefully personal issues don't get generalized and Canada blamed for everything! Maybe OP has to meet a immigration or general counselor..

And mrbeachman, Did you really say in another one of your posts that you wouldn't live in Canada even if you were offered $10 mil?
 

chilkootcee

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Hey all,

A great way to get engaged and pass the time while you are looking for work is to join various community groups or volunteer. Find something in a topic you are interested in...you may have to check out a few before you find ones that fit for you....

meetup.com is a great place to start

I was born in Canada...and this is huge part of the Canadian community...it's a great way to meet new people, get information on the places where you live, find connections. Be careful about simply approaching people and asking for work directly...but it doesn't hurt once you get to know people to let them know you are looking for work...and be prepared to give a 30 sec blurb on what you are looking for specifically...

Once you get to know people who have similar interests as you, things will be nicer for you...

Good luck!

C.
 

Leon

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When you immigrate to a new country without a job offer, without friends or extended family, you can't really expect to walk into the same lifestyle you left at home. If you have no connections that can help you get a job etc., you will have to do it yourself and you will have to be prepared to start at the bottom and work your way up. Very few people have the right skills to walk into a good job right away. And if you don't have a friend in the world, it will take some time to make enough friends to fill your schedule.
 

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I understand this, actually I somehow share the frustration. But, we as human always looking for the easy way out, of course it’s going to be extremely difficult and we all knew this ahead of time. The best way to find jobs in Canada is through an AGENCY, its true thy take lot of your paycheck but at least you’re making some money, having new experience and adding new title to your resume. Until then you could find something by yourself agency helped me a lot. Friends will come along easily if you’re an approachable person, just be optimistic and go out more often meet new people, volunteer as everyone said above. “Good times reminds us to thank God, and tough times reminds to trust God”

good luck
 

number411

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Ottawa-applicant said:
I understand this, actually I somehow share the frustration. But, we as human always looking for the easy way out, of course it’s going to be extremely difficult and we all knew this ahead of time. The best way to find jobs in Canada is through an AGENCY, its true thy take lot of your paycheck but at least you’re making some money, having new experience and adding new title to your resume. Until then you could find something by yourself agency helped me a lot. Friends will come along easily if you’re an approachable person, just be optimistic and go out more often meet new people, volunteer as everyone said above. “Good times reminds us to thank God, and tough times reminds to trust God”

good luck
Can you give some real life figures of what % these agencies take?
 

Ottawa-applicant

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number411 said:
Can you give some real life figures of what % these agencies take?
It depends on the agency. If it's a temporary assignment, the agency charges your rate plus their fees. So, if they're paying you {$20}, they're charging {$30} to the company you're working at, and this is sometimes only last for 1 year, after that you might be able to switch directly to the employer and get rid of the agency. Or sometimes the agency will make you sign a contract that you’re not allowed to work for anyone else BUT THEM for certain period of time. At the end in my opinion you are still employed and working regardless who's paying your salary (AGENCY or actual employer)
 

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mrbeachman said:
Not in Canada. That's the problem.

You may get a decent job, even make good money and still want to kill yourself because it is just a cold country and cold people.
Golden truth!!!! What makes life bearable anywhere is family. Period. No ifs ands or buts. Dont care what anyone says.
 

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Leon said:
When you immigrate to a new country without a job offer, without friends or extended family, you can't really expect to walk into the same lifestyle you left at home. If you have no connections that can help you get a job etc., you will have to do it yourself and you will have to be prepared to start at the bottom and work your way up. Very few people have the right skills to walk into a good job right away. And if you don't have a friend in the world, it will take some time to make enough friends to fill your schedule.
Why not?

A gambler, for example, can still feed himself/herself and continue the same or similar lifestyle from winnings in the casino or racecourse in both the new and former country. Job offer is not necessary in order to walk into the same lifestyle one left at home.