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11/17/2014 Topic: Red and White Health Card - Expired? Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We can appreciate that you would be concerned and upset by this situation. You may want to call the ServiceOntario INFOline at 1-866-532-3161, (for TTY service please call 1-800-387-5559), directly to find out if they have any information on the status of your red and white health card. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/17/2014 Topic: Sponsoring my Husband Without a Job? Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We can appreciate that you would be concerned about your financial situation. To sponsor a spouse, common-law partner or conjugal partner, the sponsor does not have to meet a minimum income requirement. However, the sponsor cannot be receiving social assistance or be an undeclared bankrupt. You may also need to address in your application how your spouse will be able to be supported. You can find information on eligibility in our Settlement.Org How do I sponsor a spouse, common-law or conjugal partner, or dependent child living outside of Canada? article. You may also want to contact the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Call Centre. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/18/2014 Topic: Need to Move Out - What are my Rights? Moderator	Hello LC, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We can appreciate that you would be very concerned about this situation. It is best that you contact the nearest Community Legal Clinic for some assistance. Your User ID indicates that you are in London. For landlord/tenant advice contact: Tenant Duty Counsel 150 Dufferin Ave, 4th Fl 519-850-3428 I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/18/2014 Topic: How long is the wait after the RQ Submission? Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We can appreciate that you would be concerned about your timeline. From what we have heard from several CIC representatives and many of our Settlement.Org Discussion Forum users, it can take up to an additional 48 months when the completion of an RQ is requested. We hope that others can share some suggestions and timelines with you. You may also want to read some of our other users' experiences in our previous Settlement.Org What is the Timeframe after Citizenship Test & RQ? Discussion Thread. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/19/2014 Topic: Legal Specialist - Work in Canada Moderator	Hello Alexandar, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. It is great that you are looking into this type of information before you arrive. You mentioned that your wife and children are Canadian Citizens. Since your own status was not mentioned, we wanted to make sure that you were aware that in most cases you must either be a permanent resident, Canadian citizen or have a work permit in order to work in Canada. Regarding getting your credentials evaluated for employment, you can find some helpful information in our Settlement.Org Where can I get my international credentials evaluated for employment? article. However, once you arrive, you may want to connect with the nearest employment service. You can find some helpful information in these Settlement.Org What are bridging programs for internationally-trained professionals and tradespeople? article. In terms of finding information regarding your profession, you can also find some helpful information in our Settlement.Org Where can I find labour market information on the internet? article. There are some links to different companies on the Industry Canada website. For information specific to your field, including some information related to salaries and cities where there are positions available, you use the Job Bank website. This website used to be called the Working in Canada tool/website. It is very useful because you can search by specific terminology related to your field to find listings and positions available in Canada. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee that you will find employment in your field upon arrival in Ontario. However, once you arrive, you may want to connect with the nearest employment service. You can find some helpful information in these Settlement.Org What are bridging programs for internationally-trained professionals and tradespeople? and What employment services are available in my community? articles. You can also find some listings of settlement and employment agencies in our Services Near Me section. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/19/2014 Topic: PR Card Stolen-Applied to Reissue- Need to Travel Moderator	Hello Desiboyz, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this. You can also find some helpful information regarding what your options are in our Settlement.Org I need to leave Canada but do not have my PR card yet. What should I do? article. You may also want to contact the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Call Centre directly for some suggestions and information regarding your situation. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/19/2014 Topic: Establishing a Nursery - Information Available? Moderator	Hello, Thank you for your question and situation with us. It is great that you are looking into this type of information. We hope that other users can share their experiences with you. You may find some helpful information in our Settlement.Org Where Can I Get Help to Start a Business? article. You may also find it helpful to read our previous How can we open a licensed daycare? discussion thread. Since it is a discussion thread regarding child care related businesses, you may find some helpful information. You may also want to contact the nearest Business Development Centre for some assistance and additional information. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/20/2014 Topic: PM Certification & Student Visa Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and questions with us. Unfortunately, we are unable to answer these type of immigration application questions. We suggest that it is best that you contact the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Call Centre directly for information specific to your situation. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/20/2014 Topic: WES Result - Non Recognized Institution Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We have had others with similar questions and situations. You may be able to find some helpful information in one of our previous Settlement.Org Credential Evaluation - Non Recognized Institution discussion threads. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/20/2014 Topic: Any Free Courses for QuickBooks in Mississauga? Moderator	Hello Sadia, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. You can find some listings of organizations that provide courses in accounting, some including QuickBooks by using our Settlement.Org Services Near Me tool. Some organizations that appear in the search results provide courses in accounting and some specifically list "QuickBooks". Some courses are listed as free and some have a nominal fee. We suggest that you may need to contact the organizations directly for details specifically related to their programs. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/20/2014 Topic: Immigration Consultation Course - On-Line vs Not Moderator	Hello Kabita, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. It is great that you are looking into what the possible differences and pros/cons of each option are. In terms of the differences, it would be important to research the reputation and reviews of the schools you are considering. In many cases, if you go with a more reputable, established school, they may have both options and share the same format/quality of instruction and instructors for either option. In this case, you may be able to take some of the required courses in class and the others on-line. It would all depend on which college and your schedule. There are certainly advantages on taking the on-line option. One of the major reasons is the convenience since it allows you to complete the coursework on your own schedule and at your own pace. In most cases the on-line courses are completed through on-line discussions, tests and other virtual learning activities. In these type of courses, the on-line instructors are available via e-mail, phone and web conferencing. One disadvantage is that there is limited interaction and access to instructors and no personal contact with other students. With the in-class options, they offer the opportunity to listen to the instructor, participate in hands-on activities, live discussions and case studies. Some of the schools offering the Immigration Consultant Certificate offer both in-class and on-line options. It may be helpful to look into any reviews of their courses and classes. As stated above, you may have the opportunity to take some of the required courses as in-class and some as on-line. In most cases, the final exams are scheduled on a specific date at the end of the course. Generally, the larger colleges have an in-class requirement for the exams, even if you completed the on-line course. We hope that others can share their suggestions and comments regarding any experiences they may have had. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/20/2014 Topic: Unexpected Retroactive Charge for Parking Upgrade Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this very unexpected and additional cost. We suggest that you contact the nearest Community Legal Clinic for some assistance. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/20/2014 Topic: Can I Travel to US with just my PR Card? Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. You can find some helpful information in our Settlement.Org What do I need to know about travelling to the United States? article. Here is an excerpt, If you are a permanent resident of Canada you may need to obtain a non-immigrant visa in order to enter the US. You must get a visa from the American authorities before you enter the US. It is a good idea to apply well ahead of the time you plan to travel. You must also have a valid passport from your country of citizenship. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/20/2014 Topic: Legal Specialist - Work in Canada Moderator	Hello Alexandar, You are very welcome! Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
11/21/2014 Topic: PRC Renewal: Partial Day counted Towards Residence Moderator	Hello, You are very welcome. Thank you for updating us on your situation and for confirming that information. It is really helpful for us and for others in a similar situation asking the same questions. I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org