6/17/2014
Topic:
Citizenship Test - Nov 2013 - No Oath Letter
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Hello Surinder,
Thank you for sharing your situation and questions with us.
We hope that others who have a similar timeline or experience can share their comments and suggestions with you and us.
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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/17/2014
Topic:
Can I Renew my PR card? - Urgent Basis
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Hello,
Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.
According to the Applying for a Permanent Resident Card (PR Card) - Initial application, replacement or renewal (IMM 5445) - Guide,
Do not apply for a renewal of your current PR card if it is still valid for more than six (6) months (180 days), unless it is due to a legal name change. Otherwise, your application will be returned.
You may want to contact the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Call Centre directly for some 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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/17/2014
Topic:
Can Two People stay in a Studio Apartment?
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Hello,
Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.
You can find an example of the standards in the this TORONTO MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 629, PROPERTY STANDARDS Document.
Here is an excerpt,
§ 629-25. Occupancy standards.
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C. The maximum number of persons living in a habitable room shall not exceed one person for each nine square metres of habitable room floor area.
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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/17/2014
Topic:
Post Secondary Assessment (The Netherlands)
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Hello Bianc,
Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We can appreciate that you would be concerned and a little frustrated with this process.
We hope that others who have had similar assessments done can share their experiences and suggestions with you.
You may be able to find some helpful information in our Settlement.Org How do I choose a credential evaluation service that's right for me? article.
It may help you find out if any of the other assessment services provide the information you require and for the purpose you require.
You may also want to contact the this Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials to see if they have any information related to these type of situations and for some advice on how to proceed.
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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/17/2014
Topic:
Government Assistance and Sponsorship
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Hello,
Thank you for sharing your situation and questions with us. We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this.
In order to sponsor a spouse, common-law partner or conjugal partner, the sponsor does not have to meet a minimum income requirement.
The sponsor cannot be receiving social assistance or be an undeclared bankrupt.
You can find information on eligibility and the process 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 for some additional information.
In terms of getting married, you can find some information in our Settlement.Org How do I get married in Ontario? article.
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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/24/2014
Topic:
Citizeship Application
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Hello Zulfiqar,
Thank you for sharing your situation and questions with us.
In terms of including the additional information and documents, according to a Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Call Centre Representative, generally, you should include what you are asked to include, however, they stated that if you like you can include this additional documentation. Therefore, if you are asked to include the addresses and locations where you stayed, you should include it.
If your concerns are about the RQ, unfortunately, there are no guarantees that it will help you to avoid getting the RQ.
From what we can understand from what we have heard from several Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Call Centre Representatives , it sounds like the Residence Questionnaire is done and considered on a case by case basis. It is given to applicants even in cases where people have gone well over and above and met the residency requirement.
You may want to contact the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Call Centre directly for some additional information on how best to proceed.
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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/24/2014
Topic:
Citizenship Application Processing and Backlog
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Hello,
Thank you for sharing your situation and questions with us.
We can appreciate that you would be frustrated about how long it has taken.
We hope that others who have also submitted their applications through the same office can share their situations and experiences with you.
If possible, you may want to contact the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Call Centre just to confirm that no letters or communication from CIC was missed or misplaced.
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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/24/2014
Topic:
Documents required for First Time Home Buyers?
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Hello,
Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. Congratulations on planning to buy a new home!
You can find some helpful information and details on the CANADA MORTGAGE AND HOUSING CORPORATION website in the Buying a Home - 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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/24/2014
Topic:
Intersted in the BSc Nursing Bridging Course
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Hello Mausumi,
Thank you for sharing your situation and questions with us.
It is great that you are looking into this type of information ahead of time.
You can find some information regarding which bridging programs are available in Ontario on the the OntarioColleges.ca Website in the Nursing Bridging Programs at Ontario Colleges 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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/24/2014
Topic:
Rent Increase - Higher than Ontario Standards
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Hello,
Thank you for sharing your situation and questions with us.
We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this increase.
We suggest that it is best 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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/24/2014
Topic:
Landlord Evicted Us - Did not Move Into Unit
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Hello,
Thank you for sharing your situation and questions with us.
We are sorry to hear you have experienced this. We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this situation, considering as you stated, the stress and expense.
We suggest that it is best that you contact the nearest Community Legal Clinic for some assistance and to find out if you have any options in this 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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/24/2014
Topic:
Important: Act to Amend the Citizenship Act
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Hello Alex,
Thank you for posting this information and update here.
We will all try to keep informed and share any information as it comes with everyone.
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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/25/2014
Topic:
Citizenship Timeline (Took 11 Months)
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Hello,
Thanks for sharing your timeline with us in such detail.
This is really helpful to us and to others who may be in a similar situation.
We really appreciate your help.
Please let us know if you have any follow up to your situation.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/25/2014
Topic:
PR Card - Name Issue
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Hello,
Thank you for sharing your question and situation with us.
According to several CIC representatives, as long as both your passport and PR card are not expired and the names match on either one, it should not be a problem for you to travel with them.
You may want to contact and confirm with the country(s) you are travelling to for their entry requirements.
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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |
6/26/2014
Topic:
Study Permit & Protected Persons
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Hello,
Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.
According to the CIC Website in the Study permits: Refugees and protected persons section, in most cases, you must obtain a study permit if you want to study in Canada.
We suggest that you may want to contact the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Call Centre directly for some 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.
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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org |