My experience in Toronto.

[GinnyPi]

I came to Toronto in January 2013. At that time, I was enrolled in Masters in University + Blank. Attending first three week, I realized it wasn't of my level. I lost confidence too early. Though, I had got admission easily in the program. But, The way of studies was completely different from PTU. You can pass only if you do well in project plus you have to write research papers which was also a new concept to me. Actually, I came here unprepared which was the reason I completely went in awe. You can clearly make out if you can really survive in course or not. Seminars, Theory related concepts were not a problem but universities here do not consider those areas important. I admit, I lacked project management, working in groups especially with PHD students. They always look for teammates with brilliant attitude and sharp knowledge. I was a fresher plus PTU kid. After all this trauma I went through, I made a big decision to quit the course. Through that period, I remained in depression. I didn't know what was happening ? Student Help Center at University was not a help as they believe, Master level students take mature decisions. Dreams had already shattered. I did not get refund for first semester and wasted 4 lakhs. University did not return it. I would thank god if they return ,me the rest of 10 lakhs. I first thought to suicide. Then thought, my parents will suffer for whole life. I told them the truth. At first, dad was like numb for a minute. After two days, they called me back and asked me to come back. I said what will happen then, career has already gone. He said we need you not money. After a month, I was out of my mind. Then, received a call from my sister, she said that take one more chance. I tried for college and got admission in a Community college. It is a two years course. Let's see what happens ? I would urge you that come to university, if you have seriously completed your under-graduation and if you really want to do masters. If you are coming by following your companions or reading Canadavisa.com posts, Be ready. Also, It is a great opportunity universites give to students, who really have talent. They will succeed and make us proud. Last thing I'd say is do the things you love to do. Following others is never be easy for you. I am really thinking of myself I'd be able to do it in college. Luck has really kicked mu butt harder, and has put me 6 years behind. I have seriosuly lost everything in me, confidence, willingness to acheive goals, trust on god. I choose a diploma course. I think it will be easy. Hope so. Coming to canada and surviving is not easy. You have to keep going. If go out of track, results can be worst like me as an example. Chill guys. Do great work in Canada, Study hard, Party hard. Make us proud, make me proud. Make you family proud. Lets see if I stay here or waste 20 lakhs of my parents and my life. Sorry if any of family member come across this post. I have tried my best to conceal my identity. sorry but life just f((((( me.

The most inspirational thing I got from this is what your father said "we need you, not money". Never forget these wise words, and be grateful that you have such a loving and supportive family. I know it is tough now, but it seems like you're giving it another shot. Don't give up buddy. The only thing that has happened is that your success did not come from where you expected it to be. That doesn't mean that you have failed permanently. My advice is that if you find yourself struggling again, seek help immediately don't wait till it overwhelms you. Even if you need to reach out to the professor or tutor, just be as open and honest as you have been with us in this thread. Give them full information, and they will be able to advice and assist you.

 

[Jitu1011]

In small phrase I can say you one thing "You are a Ullu ka Patha",
Second If I assume you rightly you are a punjabi. Coming to a land which is called as mini punjab how shameful you will make our community by writing a hopeless chapter.

Mine story was almost similar to you and I lost 8 kgs in just first 4 weeks, I met lot of students from similar situations (mexican's chinese etc) then I thought I am punjabi I can't loose hope like all others, and today I made roughly 4 times the money I brought with me.

Life is not all about making correct decisions, it is about making benefit from wrong decisions in short period.
Go to a community college, preferably GBC. Join Information Technology business analysis course. It will bring you enough good skills and has no perquisite education from IT.

and at last if you are worried about 20 lakhs, don't waste it on rent or boozing. it is all about how you manage your monthly expense which even 20yrs young guy do ($300rent+$300overhead=600 AND work partime make $1000 and save $400).
And after completing your course even if you work a entry level sales guy you will cover up this 20lacs back.

Cheer Up. and Don't create a story which our yonger generation dont appreciate. Rather work hard and create an example for our yonger generation to feel proud.

 

[wJaz]

I came to Toronto in January 2013. At that time, I was enrolled in Masters in University + Blank. Attending first three week, I realized it wasn't of my level. I lost confidence too early. Though, I had got admission easily in the program. But, The way of studies was completely different from PTU. You can pass only if you do well in project plus you have to write research papers which was also a new concept to me. Actually, I came here unprepared which was the reason I completely went in awe. You can clearly make out if you can really survive in course or not. Seminars, Theory related concepts were not a problem but universities here do not consider those areas important. I admit, I lacked project management, working in groups especially with PHD students. They always look for teammates with brilliant attitude and sharp knowledge. I was a fresher plus PTU kid. After all this trauma I went through, I made a big decision to quit the course. Through that period, I remained in depression. I didn't know what was happening ? Student Help Center at University was not a help as they believe, Master level students take mature decisions. Dreams had already shattered. I did not get refund for first semester and wasted 4 lakhs. University did not return it. I would thank god if they return ,me the rest of 10 lakhs. I first thought to suicide. Then thought, my parents will suffer for whole life. I told them the truth. At first, dad was like numb for a minute. After two days, they called me back and asked me to come back. I said what will happen then, career has already gone. He said we need you not money. After a month, I was out of my mind. Then, received a call from my sister, she said that take one more chance. I tried for college and got admission in a Community college. It is a two years course. Let's see what happens ? I would urge you that come to university, if you have seriously completed your under-graduation and if you really want to do masters. If you are coming by following your companions or reading Canadavisa.com posts, Be ready. Also, It is a great opportunity universites give to students, who really have talent. They will succeed and make us proud. Last thing I'd say is do the things you love to do. Following others is never be easy for you. I am really thinking of myself I'd be able to do it in college. Luck has really kicked mu butt harder, and has put me 6 years behind. I have seriosuly lost everything in me, confidence, willingness to acheive goals, trust on god. I choose a diploma course. I think it will be easy. Hope so. Coming to canada and surviving is not easy. You have to keep going. If go out of track, results can be worst like me as an example. Chill guys. Do great work in Canada, Study hard, Party hard. Make us proud, make me proud. Make you family proud. Lets see if I stay here or waste 20 lakhs of my parents and my life. Sorry if any of family member come across this post. I have tried my best to conceal my identity. sorry but life just f((((( me.

Sardar G what the hell is this ?

tusi te har man gaye? naa puttar naa sardaran nu haar NAHE manni andi ae. Na na na. ek wari truck drivers te wal veekho (tee tee) 30 tyraan (tyres) walay tankers sardar chalanday nay othay canada which ae kam koi v nahi kar sakda wa.

Sardar g haar nahi mani. saadi mitti sanu har nai mana sikhandi fir ki hoya jay course mushkil si ? saday sardar koi PHd ya Masters nai kar k innay waday hoi. sirf jeewan da maan hona chai da. naa naa naa sardar g main man nai sakda tusi haar man gay. 20 lakh kamanday kamanday maa peo di zindagi gujjar gai te tusi kehnday ho ' waste hogaya '

naa ustad naa. ithay koi chini, japani honda oo kadi v har na manda. unna nu english vi sahi nahi andi fir v oo loog Canada which bohat kaam karday ne.

Main vi tawadi tarhan ek 23 saal ka student haan, agar study masters di sahi nahi lagi te fir ki hoya? saday wadeya ne koi MBA ya PHd nahi kitti, sirf mehnat kitti si unhan ne. tusi Sardar kisi waja na mashoor ho. mains sirf inaa kahan ga tusi ek waar course change karo dusray course which try karo ae community collage wala idea bohat changa hai tusi sirf ae 1 saal mehnat karlo fir tusi apay dhekh lena sardaran da maan te sardaran da tashan. te haan MAHNAT kadi vi nehi chadni, bass hun kaam te lag jao. Zindagi dooji bar ae mooka nahi deway gi


English Version : -

hey mate, What he hell is this ?

You gave up so early ? NO way, our sardar brothers never know how to give up, they never gave up in more than a decade (history tells us). Just watch those Long haul truck drivers driving those 30 wheelers on highways in Canada, Who does it ? Only Sardar G can do this, no one else have that courage to drive those big wheelrs all day long.

Sardars never give up no matter what part of life is that. Our land our place never teaches us to bow down and give up. So what if the course was tough? Our old sardars in past never did PHd's or MBA's. Sardar G are soo famous for a reason. You just have a courage to live your life (like the sardar's way). NO NO NO i cant accept you gave up in Canada and made a plan come back NO WAY! i cant accept it. 20 lakhs (I assume Indian -Approx. $38,000 CAD) is a handsome amount and your parents spend whole life earning this and you said you " Wasted it " NO WAY MAN! Thats not how it goes.

I'm just a 23 years old student like you. If masters was not the right study for you so What? never makes a difference. Our olders (parents, grand parents were never a Masters or PHd graduates). You sardars are soo famous for a REASON and thats the Courage to take challenge. I would just like to say Change ur course and that community collage idea was THE BEST. you just have to think what you like to do and what suits you. and the MOST IMPORANT PART .. this 1 year is the test of yoru life. Just work hard. you will do Wonders just work HARD. If you work hard then you will know what it actually means to be a Sardar and love that joy of being the Best.

This option for studying in Canada will never come twice in your life. Live it up.. Dont give up.


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Wish you All the best for your future - I will pray for you.

From a Pakistani - (Dosent makes any difference to this post)

 

[wJaz]

In small phrase I can say you one thing "You are a Ullu ka Patha",
Second If I assume you rightly you are a punjabi. Coming to a land which is called as mini punjab how shameful you will make our community by writing a hopeless chapter.

Mine story was almost similar to you and I lost 8 kgs in just first 4 weeks, I met lot of students from similar situations (mexican's chinese etc) then I thought I am punjabi I can't loose hope like all others, and today I made roughly 4 times the money I brought with me.

Life is not all about making correct decisions, it is about making benefit from wrong decisions in short period.
Go to a community college, preferably GBC. Join Information Technology business analysis course. It will bring you enough good skills and has no perquisite education from IT.

and at last if you are worried about 20 lakhs, don't waste it on rent or boozing. it is all about how you manage your monthly expense which even 20yrs young guy do ($300rent+$300overhead=600 AND work partime make $1000 and save $400).
And after completing your course even if you work a entry level sales guy you will cover up this 20lacs back.

Cheer Up. and Don't create a story which our yonger generation dont appreciate. Rather work hard and create an example for our yonger generation to feel proud.

+1 respect brother. WELL SAID