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4/13/2016 Topic: Want to Learn French Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. You can find some helpful information in our Settlement.Org Where can I learn French? 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. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
4/13/2016 Topic: Where can I go to ask about My PR card? Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. Unfortunately, there is no office where you can go to ask about the status of your PR card. You may want to call the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Call Centre directly to find out if they have any updates regarding the status of your PR 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
4/13/2016 Topic: Private Health Insurance Until Covered by OHIP Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. It is great that you are looking into this type of information ahead of time. Unfortunately, we are unable to recommend one private health insurance over another. However, you can find some information and options in our Settlement.Org What kind of private health insurance can I buy? article. In this article you will find links to tools such as the Insurance Finder from the OmbudService for Life & Health Insurance (OLHI). 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
4/13/2016 Topic: Advice on Travel Arrangement to Land Needed Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and questions with us. We hope that others who have gone through this process at this location can share their timelines and suggestions with you. In terms of confirming the hours of that location and for additional information regarding this process, you may also want to call the Border Information Service (BIS). 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
4/13/2016 Topic: Will Invitation Letter from Common-Law Wife Help? Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. Since you are outside Canada, your common-law wife may want to try and contact the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Call Centre directly to find out what your options are and to ask what type of additional documents are accepted. It is also important to note that you cannot apply to renew a PR card from outside Canada. According to the ENF 27 Permanent Resident Card manual, R56(2) states clearly that a PR card application must be made in Canada.[...]The CPC may refer a case to a local CIC if all or part of the application originated from outside Canada, and if there are questions as to the client’s identity, status or residency history, or the authenticity of the documentation. Clients must report in person to pick up their card in Canada, in accordance with R58(3). You can find some information on the IRCC website in the I am outside of Canada and do not have a PR card. How can I return to Canada? section. Here is an excerpt, I am outside of Canada and do not have a PR card. How can I return to Canada? Canada’s entry requirements are changing Permanent residents (PR) of Canada must carry and present their valid PR card or permanent resident travel document (PRTD) when boarding a flight to Canada, or travelling to Canada on any other commercial carrier. If you do not carry your PR card or PRTD, you may not be able to board your flight, train, bus or boat to Canada. It is your responsibility to ensure that your PR card is still valid when you return from travel outside Canada, and to apply for a new PR card when your current card expires. Returning by private vehicle There are other documents you can use to enter the country. When you return to Canada, apply for a PR card if you plan to travel outside Canada again. Some examples of private vehicles include, but are not limited to: a car, truck, motorcycle, or recreational vehicle that you own, borrow, or rent, and that is not available for public use. Returning by commercial vehicle: airplane, bus, train, or boat You must apply for a permanent resident travel document (PRTD), valid for one entry. Otherwise you may not be able to travel to Canada. You can apply to replace your PR card when you return to Canada. 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
4/13/2016 Topic: Citizenship Photo Validity Date - From When? Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your question with us. This is a very interesting question. It may be best to contact the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Call Centre directly for to confirm whether or not there are specific requirements regarding when the photos were signed versus when the application was postmarked. 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
4/13/2016 Topic: Implications of Possible Landlord Deceit Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this situation and possible implications. You may want to contact the nearest Community Legal Clinic for some information and advice regarding what your rights and obligations are in this type of 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
4/13/2016 Topic: Additional Documents for PRTD? - Denied Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this situation. Since you are outside Canada, your common-law wife may want to try and contact the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Call Centre directly to find out what your options are and to ask what type of additional documents are accepted. It is also important to note that you cannot apply to renew a PR card from outside Canada. According to the ENF 27 Permanent Resident Card manual, R56(2) states clearly that a PR card application must be made in Canada.[...]The CPC may refer a case to a local CIC if all or part of the application originated from outside Canada, and if there are questions as to the client’s identity, status or residency history, or the authenticity of the documentation. Clients must report in person to pick up their card in Canada, in accordance with R58(3). You can find some information on the IRCC website in the I am outside of Canada and do not have a PR card. How can I return to Canada? section. Here is an excerpt, I am outside of Canada and do not have a PR card. How can I return to Canada? Canada’s entry requirements are changing Permanent residents (PR) of Canada must carry and present their valid PR card or permanent resident travel document (PRTD) when boarding a flight to Canada, or travelling to Canada on any other commercial carrier. If you do not carry your PR card or PRTD, you may not be able to board your flight, train, bus or boat to Canada. It is your responsibility to ensure that your PR card is still valid when you return from travel outside Canada, and to apply for a new PR card when your current card expires. Returning by private vehicle There are other documents you can use to enter the country. When you return to Canada, apply for a PR card if you plan to travel outside Canada again. Some examples of private vehicles include, but are not limited to: a car, truck, motorcycle, or recreational vehicle that you own, borrow, or rent, and that is not available for public use. Returning by commercial vehicle: airplane, bus, train, or boat You must apply for a permanent resident travel document (PRTD), valid for one entry. Otherwise you may not be able to travel to Canada. You can apply to replace your PR card when you return to Canada. Your wife may also want to speak to a Lawyer who is familiar with Canadian immigration issues for additional 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
4/14/2016 Topic: Information Required for IGCSE and A Levels Moderator	Hello Saadaftab, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. It is great that you are looking into this type of information before arriving in Canada. It is difficult for us to say which grade you will be accepted into. In secondary school, students usually take an assessment so that they can be placed in the right grade. Generally, secondary school students who have recently arrived from other countries may have an initial assessment before they can enter a school. You can find more information on enrolling in Secondary School here: Newcomers' Guide to Secondary School - Public School Board You may also find some helpful information in our Settlement.Org Which grade will my child enter when we move to Ontario? and How is my child assessed to start school in Ontario? articles. You may also get some additional information on our NewYouth.ca website. NewYouth.ca is your first link for accurate, accessible and easy-to-understand information about issues important to you - as a newcomer in particular, but also as a young Canadian. 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
4/14/2016 Topic: Repayment of ODSP Benefits - Default Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We can appreciate that you and your husband would be very concerned about this situation. It may be best for you to contact the nearest Community Legal Clinic for some assistance and information regarding what your options are. 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
4/14/2016 Topic: Expired Passport - Travel Outside Canada Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. Passports are only valid for travel before the expiry date. This means that once a passport has expired, it is not possible to use it. It is important to ensure that your current passport is valid before you book your tickets for travel and before you travel. Additionally, it is also important to note that many countries require at least six months validity on a passport. 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
4/14/2016 Topic: Assistance Available?- Returning to High School Moderator	Hello Cassy, Thank you for sharing your situation and questions with us. You can find some information regarding what is available to get your high school diploma on the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities website. Here is an excerpt, Getting Your High School Diploma Many school boards offer courses to help you get your high school diploma (the Ontario Secondary School Diploma). School boards may offer classes during the day or at night to make it easier for working adults. These may include distance learning, or teacher-led online courses. Contact your local school board if you need help picking courses or have questions. The Independent Learning Centre offers many credit courses to do at home. Services are free. To find classes in your area, call Employment Ontario (1-800-387-5656), TTY (telephone service for the deaf) 1-866-533-6339. You can also search under "Adult High School Credit Programs" on the Employment Ontario website. As it suggests on the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities website, you may want to contact your local school board for help picking courses and for additional information. You may also want to go to the Independent Learning Centre or contact them for information regarding the credit courses to do at home. It also suggests that you search under "Adult High School Credit Programs" on the Employment Ontario website. It is also best that you contact your local Ontario Disability Support Program office and your ODSP Caseworker directly for definitive information regarding your options and what type of assistance may be available. 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
4/14/2016 Topic: Sponsoring Wife and Son Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. We can appreciate that you would be interested in this type of information. You can find some helpful information regarding sponsorship in our Settlement.Org How do I sponsor a spouse, common-law or conjugal partner, or dependent child living outside of Canada? 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. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org
4/14/2016 Topic: Apply for my PR card In Canada? Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us. You cannot apply to renew a PR card from outside Canada. According to the ENF 27 Permanent Resident Card manual, R56(2) states clearly that a PR card application must be made in Canada.[...]The CPC may refer a case to a local CIC if all or part of the application originated from outside Canada, and if there are questions as to the client’s identity, status or residency history, or the authenticity of the documentation. Clients must report in person to pick up their card in Canada, in accordance with R58(3). 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
4/14/2016 Topic: Positive Experience with Library Settlement Worker Moderator	Hello, Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We are so glad that you had a good experience and received the assistance and information you needed. Please let us know if you have any updates regarding your landing process. Hearing some updates and suggestions will be very helpful to us and others in a similar situation. ===== Anna Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS Settlement.Org