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[Babag]

:'(
Dear Babag,
Any updates on your timeline..

not yet...still waiting... :'( its frustrating

 

[bass2009]

Food

Lunchtime menu in the business district C$17
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) C$8
1/2 Kg (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast C$7
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk C$2.64
12 eggs, large C$4.06
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes C$3.10
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese C$9
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples C$4.22
2 kg (4,5 lb.) of potatoes C$1.85
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket C$3.27
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality C$16
2 liters of Coca-Cola C$2.34
Bread for 2 people for 1 day C$2.14

Housing

Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area C$2,367
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat C$127
Internet 8MB (1 month) C$55
40” flat screen TV C$510
Microwave, known brand, 800/900 Watt C$147
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) C$9
Hourly rate for cleaning help C$18

Clothes

1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) C$54
1 summer dress in a chain store (Zara, H&M, ...) C$41
1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or similar) C$115
1 pair of leather business shoes C$136

Transportation

Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140 CV 6 vel. (or equivalent), with no extras, new C$27,620
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas C$1.21
Monthly ticket public transport C$132
Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 Km. (5 miles) C$22

Personal Care

Medicine against cold for 6 days (Frenadol, Coldrex, ...) C$10
1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) C$8
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) C$5.19
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) C$5.16
4 rolls of toilet paper C$2.66
Tube of toothpaste C$2.41
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city C$21

Entertainment

Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub C$49
2 tickets to the movies C$28
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) C$236
Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant including wine and dessert C$100
1 cocktail drink in downtown club C$11
Cappuccino in expat area of the city C$4.54
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) C$7
iPod nano 16GB C$163
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) C$0.53
1 month of gym membership in business district C$60

 

[Babag]

Dear Babag,
Any updates on your timeline..

not yet..waiting for mr

 

[machsaik]

I am new to the group and interested in this sort of discussion.

My MR updated between 10-17th of march and still waiting for PPR. Guys I know who had done mR after me had already received their PPR's.....anxious to know what's happening...any thoughts....

 

[bass2009]

I am new to the group and interested in this sort of discussion.

My MR updated between 10-17th of march and still waiting for PPR. Guys I know who had done mR after me had already received their PPR's.....anxious to know what's happening...any thoughts....

Hi machsaik
even me anxiously waiting as you could see my timeline on the leftside
lets hope for the best

 

[bass2009]

Friends,
Nowadays the anxiety increases as we r waiting without any progress...
anybody of similar timeline waiting
please do share your valuable views

 

[bass2009]

Background & Security Checks

Background Check comprises of 2 parts:
1. The Standard Documentation Checks.
2. The Security & Criminality Checks.

Standard Documentation Checks:
Our background check is done at the CHC stage. It commences the moment our file gets the 1st BFD by the VO. An indicator of which is the e-CAS that shows "In Progress". All docs been checked & our NOC being tallied against the MI, if the VO finds our case 'eligible' for Canadian PR, the file becomes 'Accepted'; and then it goes for standard background checks, viz. Exp, Quals, Adaptability, Qualitative Considerations etc.

The process involves many things. If our case file is well presented and the enclosures vouch the quality-quantity, adequate POF docs etc., there might not be a requirement of 'actually' calling the employers, references etc. The VOs have a way with that, they are experienced enough to ascertain the logical disposition of our case. But, if there are any concerns of his/her, s/he is likely to ask for additional docs, do further scrutiny vide any means [calling, visiting etc.] & might ask for an Interview.

-Culmination: When 'fully' satisfied, we get the 'Medical Request'.
-Timeframe: Can be anything around 3-8* months, for the 'fast track' system (Avg. 4-5 months).
-eCAS: Continues to Show 'In Process'.
*The older system has a queue, thus can be longer.

Security & Criminality Checks:
A part of the b/ground checks is the 'Security Check'. It commences after our med results are submitted to the CHC. This is a major activity -mainly concerning our 'safe inclusion' into the Canadian Soil; vis-a-vis, Political, Socio-Econmical, Anti-Social disposition, perceived Threat to Canada's integrity etc. This gets us the SDEC, CDEC & SECCRIM.

This is a serious & time-consuming stage, involving many agencies, including CSIS, Interpol, NASC, Database Checking & touch-base with Local Police. Many things are considered here... the No. of countries visited, Applicant coming from 'certain' countries, ex-Servicemen [including Law Enforcement services], Prolonged stay in a country w/out sufficient docs to prove cause, frequent traveling to certain nations, your *Name (?), Inter-Religion/Nationality Marriages etc.

If everything is simple & straight, the file soon gets into the 'final review' stage. If there are any 'red flags', our case goes into a 'spin'. Then our file might go to the local Police/CID agencies; the outcome/timeframe of which is beyond the control of CIC. And thereby the timeframe can be anything [sometimes beyond 1yr]. But, usually this stage should be over by 5 months max. However, a point to be noted is that we can also be called for an Interview [at this stage], due to this reason.

The Process in a Nutshell:

Stage-1: [CIO stage] Send Initial Apps+Processing Fees to CIO-NS > Qualitative Check > Issue of AOR+120 days Letter >

Stage-2: [CHC stage onwards] Send Full Docs+RPRF to the Local Visa Office > File on Queue > e-Cas: "Received by Visa Office" > Eligibility Check+PSDEC > Issue of 2nd AOR > Background Check > Issue of Additional docs Request [if any] > 1st BF'D > e-Cas: "In Process" > Send Addnl. Docs > Issue of Med Request > 2nd BF'D >

Stage-3: Meds Sent > e-Cas: "Medical Results Recd." > Issue of PPR* > Send Passport/s > Security Check > Visa/s Stamped > e-Cas: "Decision Made" >
*The Meds & PPR are sometimes 'clubbed' together.

Stage-4: Return of 'Stamped' Passport/s+COPR > Landing at the POE > e-Cas: "Completed".

Bass2009

 

[fahad007]

Hi Everyone...

I am really happy to share that I have got my PPR email...My timeline is on the left..

Any one in this forum who is planning to land in next few months...

We can have a watsapp or canadavisa separate group for sharing ideas and experiences about how to settle in canada and how to get the job...

 

[fahad007]

Hi every one...

I have a quick question...

At the time of application, I got my education credentials evaluated by WES which is valid for 4 more years...

1. Is this mandatory to get credentials evaluated for having your degree recognized in Canada especially for spouse..

Is this a pre-requirement for applying to jobs?


2. Is this mandatory to carry funds with you at the time of landing? I mean for three persons required POF is CAD 18,000

 

[ravi0904]

Dear Seniors,

I finished my graduation in June 2014. Have ICAI articleship experience from Oct 2013 to Oct 2016. So that is an experience of 2 and half years post graduation. I have not completed my CA. I have the Accounting Technician certificate from ICAI. Please help me if I can apply for Express Entry.