Testing to know exactly how this works&nbsp;

My test for the new feature 

my test for the new feature 

You are cordially invited to the 2023 Easter Retreat between April 6th and 9th 2023. The retreat is free to attend and it is open to all.

2023 Easter Retreat

2023 easter retreat

I want to become a business man 

i want to become a business man 

I'm to give out $100 par hour for cleaning Job

I'm giving out $100 par hour for cleaning Job 

i'm giving out $100 par hour for cleaning job 

&nbsp;&nbsp;It's really hurts when some students lacks foundation of what is main to be built thoroughly in school.

Nigeria educational system should be looked into properly 

nigeria educational system should be looked into properly 

Today is 4th of January 2023, what have you achieved so far? 😅 or is it too early?

This is 2023!

this is 2023!

How much do you think you need to live a decent life in Nigeria or your country?&nbsp;

Living a decent life

living a decent life

Until December 31, 2023, if you’re an international student and have a study permit with off-campus work authorization, there is no longer a limit on the hours you can work: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/work-off-campus.html#hours

Remember: if you drop to part-time studies because you’re working too much
✔️you will lose future eligibility for a post-graduation work permit
✔️you lose eligibility to be working off campus, and continuing to work could make you inadmissible to Canada on future applications

Work off campus as an international student

work off campus as an international student

Citadel of learning

citadel of learning

Are you interested in coming to Canada as a student? Have you been denied Canada student visa or do you know someone who has been denied visa? Are you tired or afraid of trying? Are feeling helpless or confused? Do you know you can apply for a visa from the comfort of your home and by yourself? In this post, I will be discussing common reasons for visa refusal and pitfalls to be aware of and to avoid. - Long post warning
If you missed my previous post on "Coming to Canada" where I discussed the cost of applying for a study visa and where to start from, please click <a href="https://infarena.com/forum/fullTopic?t=coming-to-canada" target="_blank">here</a> (ht tps://infarena.com/forum/fullTopic?t=coming-to-canada) to catch-up and feel free to ask questions in the comment section.
I also discussed some of the benefits of coming to Canada as a student <a href="https://infarena.com/forum/fullTopic?t=is-canada-student-visa-overrated" target="_blank">here</a> (<span style="color: rgba(0,0,0,0.85);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-size: 14px;font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji;">https://infarena.com/forum/fullTopic?t=is-canada-student-visa-overrated).
Visa rejection is bad news, especially for Canada visa, because it takes about 4 months to process on average, and to get a refusal notice after 4 months of sleepless nights with high hopes just seems cruel and awful. But you can avoid visa refusal by taking note of the following common reasons for visa refusal and pitfalls.
<ol>
<li>Your program of study (purpose of visit) - the visa officer wants to see a purpose or need for the program you are coming to study in Canada. So before you apply to that school, take a position of the visa officer and ask yourself if you'd approve your own application. Common mistakes applicants make include:</li>
<ol>
<li>a bachelor's degree holder applying for a diploma or certificate program. While this does not preclude you from getting a visa, it makes it twice as hard to do so. You have to be very convincing in your letter of explanation!</li>
<li>applying for a program that does not relate to your current activity. For example, a mechanical engineer who has spent the last 10 years working in the banking industry is coming to Canada for a master's program in engineering. This just won't fly, or would be twice as hard.</li>
<li>having an unexplained gap in your academic history is another common reason for refusal. For example, if you graduated over 3 years ago, you may want to explain what you were doing in the last 3 years and how the program in Canada relates to your current activity.</li>
</ol>
<li>Your proof of funds and financial situation - these are 2 separate issues that are often misunderstood.</li>
<ol>
<li>The visa officer wants to see that you have sufficient and available funds for your program in Canada. This will be tuition and your living expenses for the first year. A common question here is, can your sponsor be a third-party? Using a third-party sponsor didn't use to be a problem, but I've personally had some applications refused lately because the relationship between the sponsor and the applicant was not properly documented. So if you can avoid using a third-party sponsor, please do. If not, there are some planning around this that we have done in the past and they worked, one of which is preparing a loan agreement between you and your sponsor. In any case, your funds must be sufficient, meaning enough to cover your first year tuition and living expenses, and available, meaning readily available (liquid). So land, building, vehicles and other capital assets won't serve this purpose. It is also important to document the source of the funds in the sponsorship letter. So just having a fat account may not work, you should document how you accumulated the funds, for example, inheritance, employment income and just to mention a few.</li>
<li>The visa officer also wants to know that your situation in your country of residence is good. To satisfy this, you want to show you have a job which you'd return to after your study in Canada, you have properties that are of value or a source of income. So here you can use your capital assets like land, buildings and just to mention a few. A good tool here is a notarized affidavit of personal assets and income.</li>
</ol>
<li>Family ties in Canada and country of residence - while this is not a major reason for refusal, it is considered alongside 1 and/or 2 above. I personally advise couples not to apply together. Instead, 1 spouse should apply first and get the permit, then the second spouse can apply afterwards. This does not mean all couples that apply together will be refused, it is just a planning tool, and it helps to reduce visa fees exposure. I understand the primary concern most couples have is being able to travel with their spouses, and this is possible if planned properly.</li>
<li>Travel history - just like family ties, this is not a basis for refusal on its own. A visa officer would consider an applicant's travel history as a positive or negative factor in their overall assessment of the applicant's eligibility. However, the absence of or inadequate travel history will not result in a visa refusal, if other conditions are met; unless the applicant has a negative travel history, maybe overstayed in a country, deported from a country and just to mention a few.</li>
</ol>
Some general comments on visa applications:
<ol>
<li>Letter of Explanation (LOE) also called Statement of Purpose (SOP) - this is a letter prepared by the applicant to visa officer to provide additional information about the application. This is not a requirement and you only need one if your case is complicated. For example, I won't prepare one for a university student transferring to a university in Canada for a program similar to what they are studying in their country and being sponsored by a family member. But I will certainly prepare one for a 40 year-old who graduated over 15 years ago and hasn't had any formal education since then, and now going for a master's program in Canada. So don't feel compelled to write one, only do so if there is need for it. There is no format for a letter of explanation. I just try to use simple and correct vocabulary and make it easy to follow.</li>
<li>In supporting your position, especially if you have a complicated application, provide as many external documents as possible that support your case. For example, a letter from your registrar, a note from your employer, just something not prepared directly by you.</li>
<li>Don't submit fraudulent documents, this comes with very severe punishment, a ban for up to 10 years in most cases. You can make things happen without going that route.</li>
<li>Sometimes you just have to accept defeat and restrategize. Not all visa applications will be approved at the first attempt. You may do all the right things and still not get the desired outcome. In a situation like that you just need a strategy, which ofcourse may be expensive, but certainly works. An example is going to another country as a student for a few months and applying from that country to transfer your program to a school in Canada. There are several ways to plan around this!</li>
</ol>
Feel free to share your thoughts or ask questions in the comment section.

Common reasons for Canada student visa refusal

common reasons for canada student visa refusal

Are you considering coming to Canada as a student but wondering if it is worth the efforts and investments? In this post I will be discussing some of the benefits of Canada student visa.
If you missed my previous post on "Coming to Canada" where I discussed the cost of applying for a study visa and where to start from, please click <a href="https://infarena.ca/forum/fullTopic?t=coming-to-canada" target="_blank">here</a> (<span style="color: rgba(0,0,0,0.85);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-size: 14px;font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji;">https://infarena.ca/forum/fullTopic?t=coming-to-canada) to catch-up and feel free to ask questions!
<span style="color: rgba(0,0,0,0.85);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-size: 14px;font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji;">Some of the benefits of getting Canada student visa include:
<ol>
<li><span style="color: rgba(0,0,0,0.85);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-size: 14px;font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji;">Canada is a beautiful country with wonderful people, you just will love it here! However, it gets very cold 😣</li>
<li><span style="color: rgba(0,0,0,0.85);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-size: 14px;font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji;">As a student, you are allowed to work on or off campus while you study. If you are married, your spouse will be eligible for an open work permit that would allow them to accompany you to Canada and work in Canada. Your dependants will also be eligible to accompany you to Canada! Isn't that exciting?</li>
<li><span style="color: rgba(0,0,0,0.85);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-size: 14px;font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji;">As a student, you have a status in Canada, and you will qualify for almost everything Canadians and Permanent Residents qualify for, from getting credit, to driving, to free health care and just to mention a few. However, you are not eligible to vote or contest in an election.</li>
<li><span style="color: rgba(0,0,0,0.85);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-size: 14px;font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji;">If you give birth in Canada, your child will be a Canadian by birth and it won't cost you a penny (unless you don't have an health care insurance coverage), because of the provincial health care insurance coverage, which is offered free of charge by most of the provinces and territories in Canada.</li>
<li><span style="color: rgba(0,0,0,0.85);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-size: 14px;font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji;">Canada has a clear pathway to becoming a permanent resident. It is unambiguous, easy and you just need to follow the right steps. There is also a clear and easy pathway to becoming a citizen.</li>
</ol>
<span style="color: rgba(0,0,0,0.85);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-size: 14px;font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji;">A question I get all the time is, "is it worth it?" As someone who came here as a student some years ago, I will say YES it is! If not for anything, for the kids!
<span style="color: rgba(0,0,0,0.85);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-size: 14px;font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji;">Feel free to ask questions or contribute in the comment section!

Is Canada student visa overrated?

is canada student visa overrated?

Immigration is one of the biggest decisions one would ever make and as such requires proper planning. While it may be seemingly easy for some, it is others worst nightmare. But coming to Canada should not be overly difficult if you plan properly. A common question I get from people is "how can I come to Canada?"
There are several ways to come to Canada, one could come as international student, foreign worker, landed immigrant (through family sponsorship, express entry, provincial nomination, compassionate grounds), asylum and just to mention a few (https://www.canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.html). The reality is there is no better way to come to Canada, one just has to review the available options and make a decision based on what they qualify for, because each option has its distinct requirement.&nbsp;
However, Canada student visa is becoming increasingly popular. This is because it brings (potential) immigrants to Canada more quickly, compared to other alternatives. Also, the requirements, though subjective, are easier compared to the other alternatives. Lastly, it has a lower upfront cost. So should you come to Canada as a student? What is the cost implication of coming to Canada as a student? Where do you start from?
Again, immigration requires proper planning and it is not for lazy people who rely or depend on other people to do everything for them. If you're not ready or willing to do the work, don't bother trying.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Should you come to Canada as a student? It depends. If you are young, a recent high school, university or college graduate or student, with little or no verifiable work experience, but have a good academic result (at least 3.5 on a 5.0 scale), then you should consider coming to Canada as a student.</li>
<li>What is the cost implication of coming to Canada as a student?</li>
<ul>
<li>Admission fees - on average between $100 and $150</li>
<li>Visa fees - $150 plus $85 for biometrics if it is your time applying for a Canadian visa. Otherwise, $150, because biometrics is valid for 10 years</li>
<li>Tuition fees &amp; applicable deposits - this will depend on your program. Most schools don't require tuition payment upfront, but some schools require a tuition deposit which could range from $500 to $2,000. Consider applying to a public higher institution, as they mostly don't require a deposit. You also don't have to pay tuition before applying for visa. Although paying tuition upfront could show proof that you have available and sufficient funds to come to Canada as a student, it doesn't guarantee you a visa</li>
<li>Travel costs including airfare, accommodation etc</li>
<li>Living expenses in Canada - this will depend on where you live in Canada. You could get accommodation for as little as $350 per month, if you rent a room in a house or share accommodation with other students and you'd need approximately $150/month for feeding. Some towns and cities have affordable or free public transportation and health care is free (even for students) in most of the provinces in Canada.</li>
</ul>
<li>Where do you start from?</li>
<ul>
<li>Google is your friend! Search for schools, review admission requirements, contact the school and ask questions, if satisfied, submit an application</li>
<ul>
<li>You want to make sure the school is a designated learning institution</li>
<li>You also want to be sure the program you're applying for is eligible for Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)</li>
</ul>
<li>If accepted by a designated learning institution, prepare for your visa application. Review the application forms, ask questions so you can avoid common pitfalls, gather your documents</li>
<li>Wait for IRCC to process your application!</li>
</ul>
</ul>
I wish you all the best!

Coming to Canada

coming to canada

The recent adverts about ease of traveling abroad for study and work is like a wildfire, every agency keeps sugar coating the process as if they are the consular who will give you Visas. Please what are the things to look out for to avoid getting into the wrong hands.&nbsp;