Hi all,
I’m considering a future in Canada & have been doing some research over the past 3 months however I think it would be good to get some realistic advice/guidance from some of you on here.
Here’s my current situation;
- 21 years old
- Nationality English, living in England, hold UK passport
- Have been working as a “User Support Technician” (computer) full-time since May 2008
- Have around £2,000 GBP of savings
- Single, no dependants, loans, credit cards, debts, mortgage, basically I have no ties whatsoever.
- Highest education is secondary school in England
Canada is just one of my options, but I have to admit it’s by far my preferred option. Realistically I’d be looking to move in roughly 2 years – this gives me time to build up my savings (I’d be looking to have around £10,000 GBP before I even consider moving), & by this point I will have over 5 years experience in my line of work.
My preferred destination would be Ottawa, Ontario, I’ve looked at many other cities but this one really sticks out for me & I think there is so much opportunity for me there with all the tech-based companies. I'm actually even willing to change my line of work, even if it involves further education.
I’m aware I don’t qualify as a “Skilled Worker”, unfortunately at the moment there aren’t any I.T. Related occupations on that list. I’m just wondering what my best options/chances are of creating a future in Canada? What do you think is the best way for me to get there?
It’s pretty much my dream to move there & I’m willing to do whatever it takes to get there. I understand it’s going to be a lengthy process but I’m ready to put the effort in & I know it’ll be well worth it in the end if I move there.
Just wondered what advice/thoughts people have for me?
Thank you in advance.
I’m considering a future in Canada & have been doing some research over the past 3 months however I think it would be good to get some realistic advice/guidance from some of you on here.
Here’s my current situation;
- 21 years old
- Nationality English, living in England, hold UK passport
- Have been working as a “User Support Technician” (computer) full-time since May 2008
- Have around £2,000 GBP of savings
- Single, no dependants, loans, credit cards, debts, mortgage, basically I have no ties whatsoever.
- Highest education is secondary school in England
Canada is just one of my options, but I have to admit it’s by far my preferred option. Realistically I’d be looking to move in roughly 2 years – this gives me time to build up my savings (I’d be looking to have around £10,000 GBP before I even consider moving), & by this point I will have over 5 years experience in my line of work.
My preferred destination would be Ottawa, Ontario, I’ve looked at many other cities but this one really sticks out for me & I think there is so much opportunity for me there with all the tech-based companies. I'm actually even willing to change my line of work, even if it involves further education.
I’m aware I don’t qualify as a “Skilled Worker”, unfortunately at the moment there aren’t any I.T. Related occupations on that list. I’m just wondering what my best options/chances are of creating a future in Canada? What do you think is the best way for me to get there?
It’s pretty much my dream to move there & I’m willing to do whatever it takes to get there. I understand it’s going to be a lengthy process but I’m ready to put the effort in & I know it’ll be well worth it in the end if I move there.
Just wondered what advice/thoughts people have for me?
Thank you in advance.
