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4/26/2016
Topic:
FSL Classes

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Hello,

Thanks for sharing your situation and experience with us.

You can also find information on FSL classes in our Settlement.Org Where can I learn French? article.

You may also want to dial 211 on a phone and speak to an information and referral specialist for some information regarding what your options are.

211 is a free service that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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
4/26/2016
Topic:
Document Checklist

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Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing this additional information.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide a definitive response regarding whether or not your application will be accepted or rejected.

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.

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.

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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org
4/26/2016
Topic:
Tenants and Guests that cause Problems

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Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this situation.

You may want to 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
4/26/2016
Topic:
Cancellation of new PR card

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Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

You may want to contact the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Call Centre directly.

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
4/26/2016
Topic:
WES Report-University not Recognised

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Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

We can appreciate that you would be concerned and disappointed about this situation.

You may need to contact the credential evaluation service directly for some information regarding what their appeal process is.

You can find some contact information regarding the different evaluation services in our Settlement.Org Where can I get my international credentials evaluated for employment? article.

You can find some information specific to complaint and appeal processes with WES in this previous Settlement.Org Evaluation service - How do I resolve this issue? 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.

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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org
4/26/2016
Topic:
Changing Parent name on birth certificate

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Moderator
Hello A.K.,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

You may want to contact Service Ontario at 1-800-461-2156 and a representative will be able to assist you and provide you some information regarding what is possible and what your options are 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
4/26/2016
Topic:
Ontario Works and Sponsorship

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Moderator
Hello NJames,

Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

Your User ID indicates that you are in Pickering.

You can find some information regarding Ontario Works on the Ministry of Community and Social Service website in the Ontario Works section.

In order to find out if you are eligible, you should inquire by phone or in person at your local Ontario Works office.

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
4/26/2016
Topic:
Injustice from MTO - Where do we complain?

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Moderator
Hello Ds,

Thank you for sharing this situation with us.

In terms the process for submitting a complaint, you can find some information in our Settlement.Org How do I make a consumer complaint? 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
4/26/2016
Topic:
Sponsoring Family Member

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Moderator
Hello,

Thanks for sharing your situation with us.

You can find some approximate timelines and details on both sponsorship applications on the the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website in the the Processing Times: Family Sponsorship section.

According to the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Call Centre, the outside Canada process is a generally shorter processing time than the inside 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.

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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org
4/26/2016
Topic:
Processing Time for Spousal Sponsorship?

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Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this and frustrated with the processing time.

Hello,

Thanks for sharing your situation with us.

You can find some approximate timelines and details on both sponsorship applications on the the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website in the the Processing Times: Family Sponsorship section.

According to the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Call Centre, the outside Canada process is a generally shorter processing time than the inside 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.

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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org
4/26/2016
Topic:
Can I change information on birth certificate?

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

You may want to contact Service Ontario at 1-800-461-2156 and a representative will be able to assist you and provide you some information regarding what is possible and what your options are 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
4/26/2016
Topic:
CMA value

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Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and questions with us.

You can find some helpful information on the the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Website in the Certified Management Accountant section.

Additionally, you can find some information on the Ontario Immigration Website in the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) section.

You may also want to contact Global Experience Ontario (GEO) for some assistance. Global Experience Ontario (GEO) helps immigrants get their foreign credentials and experience recognized.

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
4/26/2016
Topic:
Finding job in Canada related to my Qualifications

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Moderator
Hello Ibrahimkt,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

It is unclear if you already have a visa for Canada. In terms of acquiring permanent residency in Canada, you may find some helpful information in our our Settlement.Org How can I apply to immigrate to Ontario? article.

You may need to get your international academic credentials evaluated so that Canadian employers, educational institutions and professional licensing bodies properly recognize them.

Whether or not you need to get your credentials evaluated would depend on the purpose.

You can find some additional information in our Settlement.Org Why should I get my international educational credentials evaluated? 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
4/26/2016
Topic:
Exchanging a Driver's Licence

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Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

You can find some helpful information in our Settlement.Org I have a driver's licence from another country. How do I get an Ontario driver's licence? article.

Here is an excerpt,

You may be able to exchange it for an Ontario driver's licence. The type of licence you can get depends on how much driving experience you have and if the country has a reciprocal agreement with Ontario.

In some cases, you may have to go through the graduated licensing system.


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
4/26/2016
Topic:
Filling in OWP for Inland PR

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Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

You may want to contact the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Call Centre to see if they can provide some clarification on what is required.

We also hope that others can share their suggestions and experiences regarding this.

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