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5/10/2016
Topic:
Notice to enter unit

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Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

Regarding landlords and entering your unit, you can find some detailed information regarding rent increases and what is allowed in our Settlement.Org Can my landlord enter my home? article.

Here is an excerpt regarding entry,


Usually, your landlord must:

  • Send you a note that says why they want to come in,
  • Let you know 24 hours before they enter, and
  • Come into your home between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. only


But, if there is an emergency, your landlord can come into your home without letting you know first.


In terms of the issue regarding your pets, you may want to contact the nearest Community Legal Clinic for some information regarding what your rights are and what your options may be 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
5/10/2016
Topic:
Lost PR card and Passport

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,


Thank you for sharing your question with us.

We can appreciate that you would both be concerned about this situation and interested in finding out what your options are.

If you are referring to re-applying for the PR card, you can find some information regarding what type of documents are required and acceptable in the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.

Here is an excerpt,

A copy of one of the following:


  • your valid passport or travel document or
  • the passport or travel document you held at the time you became a permanent resident (including your passport’s page that was stamped when you arrived in Canada and became a permanent resident) or
  • the certificate of identity or travel document issued by the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Canada or a foreign country.



Under exceptional circumstances, if it is impossible for you to obtain any of the above you must provide a:


  • copy of any identity document issued outside Canada before you came to Canada
    or
  • statutory declaration signed by you attesting to your identity and a statutory declaration also attesting to your identity signed by:

a: a person who knew you before you came to Canada (such as a family member) or
b: an official of an organization representing people from your country of nationality or former residence.


Format: Clear and legible photocopy


We suggest that you contact the IRCC Call Centre directly and to confirm this information and to explain her situation, in order to get some specific and detailed information regarding what her 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


5/10/2016
Topic:
Moving Out -- Cleaning/Repairs?

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this.

You may want to contact the nearest Community Legal Clinic for some information regarding what your rights/obligations 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
5/10/2016
Topic:
Sponsorship Application Update - When?

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

We can appreciate that you would both be concerned about this situation and interested in finding out when you will receive a response.


We suggest that you contact the IRCC Call Centre directly to see if they have any additional information regarding your application.


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
5/11/2016
Topic:
Driver's license

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this situation and interested in finding out the whereabouts of your driver's licence.


According to the ServiceOntario website,

If you have not received your driver’s licence after 6 weeks, please contact ServiceOntario at 416-235-2999(GTA).or toll-free at 1-800-387-3445 (Canada).


If this is the case, we suggest that you contact ServiceOntario again to see if they have any additional information regarding your driver's licence.


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
5/12/2016
Topic:
Expired Health Card while waiting for Work Permit

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

We suggest that it is best if you contact the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care/ServiceOntario directly to find out what your options are in this situation.

You can find some contact information here:

ServiceOntario, INFOline at:
1-866-532-3161 (Toll-free in Ontario only)
TTY 1-800-387-5559.
In Toronto, TTY 416-327-4282
Hours of operation : 8:30am - 5:00pm

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
5/12/2016
Topic:
Where can I get help with Resume?

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

You can find some information regarding where you can get some assistance with resume writing in our Settlement.Org What employment services are available in my community? article.

You can also find a location near you by using the Settlement.Org Services Near Me Tool.

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
5/12/2016
Topic:
Letter of Invitation - Required?

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation with us.

You can find some information specific to invitation letters on the IRCC website.

Here is an excerpt,


Sometimes, when you apply for a visa to visit Canada, we ask you to give us a letter of invitation from someone in Canada.A letter of invitation does not guarantee that we will issue a visa. Visa officers assess you to decide whether you meet the terms of Canada's immigration law.



and

Writing a letter of invitation does not mean you are legally responsible for the visitor once he or she gets to Canada. You should still write the letter in good faith.



If you have been asked for a letter of invitation, the person who will be writing the letter in Canada may want to contact the IRCC for some detailed information regarding what is required to be included in an invitation letter.

Regarding your question about whether or not you require the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) , you can find this information on the IRCC website.

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
5/12/2016
Topic:
Looking for Housing - Would like Information

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

If you are referring to subsidized housing, you can find some detailed information in our Settlement.Org How can I apply for subsidized housing? article.

If you require assistance in finding and information regarding housing, you may want to contact the nearest Housing Help 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.

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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org

5/12/2016
Topic:
How do I find French Courses?

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

You can find some helpful information and some options in our Settlement.Org Where can I learn French? article.


Here is an excerpt from this article,


There are public and private schools that teach French as a Second Language (FSL). Usually, you have to pay for these classes.

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

5/12/2016
Topic:
How do we get marriage recognized in Canada?

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

You can find some information in our Settlement.Org Will the Canadian government recognize my foreign marriage? article.

Here is an excerpt,

Generally, your foreign marriage will be recognized by the Canadian government, if the marriage:

-Is legal according to the laws of the place where it occurred;
and
-Complies with Canada's federal laws on marriage."


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
5/12/2016
Topic:
Physical Presence Calculator/How to confirm dates?

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this.

You may want to contact the IRCC directly to see if they can provide any information regarding alternatives or additional documentation that may be presented to prove that you have met the residency requirement.

We hope that others who are/were in a similar situation can share their situation and experiences with you.

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
5/12/2016
Topic:
Social Assistance Calculator - Questions

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

It may be best for you to contact the local Ontario Works office for some information and clarification regarding your son's eligibility and what is required.

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
5/12/2016
Topic:
Am I eligible for a Health Card?

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

You can find some detailed information regarding who is eligible for OHIP coverage in our Settlement.Org Who is eligible for OHIP? article.


Here is an excerpt,

Foreign Workers and Their Families

  • You have a work permit that is valid for at least 6 months. You also have a formal agreement to work full-time for an employer in Ontario. The agreement states the employer's name, your occupation, and states that you will be working for at least 6 consecutive months.
  • You have a valid work permit under the federal Live-In Caregiver program.
  • You hold a valid work permit under the federal Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program.
  • You are a foreign clergy member who will serve a religious congregation in Ontario for at least 6 months.
  • Your spouse or same-sex partner is a foreign worker who is eligible for OHIP.
  • You are the dependent child of a foreign worker who is eligible for OHIP.

For information specific to your situation we suggest that you contact the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care/ServiceOntario directly. You can also find some contact information here:

ServiceOntario, INFOline at:
1-866-532-3161 (Toll-free in Ontario only)
TTY 1-800-387-5559.
In Toronto, TTY 416-327-4282
Hours of operation : 8:30am - 5:00pm

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
5/12/2016
Topic:
Need Help with Resume and Job Search

Moderator
Moderator
Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

You can find some information regarding where you can get some assistance with resume writing in ourSettlement.Org What employment services are available in my community? article.

You can also find a location near you by using the Settlement.Org Services Near Me Tool.

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