Quebec selected, but landed in Ontario,,,, Please Help

[Maziar]

Hi All,

Here is the situation. I entered Canada two and half years ago to start my M.Sc. education in Montreal, Quebec. After one year I applied for permanent residency through Quebec skilled worker program, I got my CSQ and then applied for Federal in April 2010. I completed my education in May 2010 and I was in Montreal seeking for a job till August 2010 but I did not find a good job so finally I accepted an offer of admission from University of Waterloo in Ontario for PhD, so I moved to Waterloo in September 2010.

Unfortunately two days ago when I went to land in Niagara Falls border, the officer was not satisfy about my future intent to reside in quebec and reported me and issued the Entry For Further Examination IMM 5396. So, I need to be there this Tuesday.

I am really really worried and have no idea what will happen there. Do they let me to convince them or they will just let me know about my refusal?

Is there anybody who have heard or had such an experience? Please help!

Thank you very much indeed.

 

[Leon]

If you manage to convince them that you will move back to Quebec when you finish your PhD I suppose you are ok. If not, you can apply for your PR again through the Ontario PNP, see http://www.ontarioimmigration.ca/en/pnp/OI_PNPSTUDENTS_PHD.html

 

[chibiks]

You could not prove intent to reside in Quebec; I believe you are going on Tuesday for an admissibility hearing (not sure though). It is best to carry with you all evidence that proves beyond reasonable doubt, your intention to settle in Quebec - though things would have been made easier if you landed in Quebec but anyways the deed is done.

I think Leon or PMM had continually stressed the need to have a history of job applications, search for apppartments etc in the province just in case.

 

[Maziar]

Thank you guys,

I really hope they give me another chance to convince them.

Thanks again

 

[northernd]

@Maziar,

I have the same situation like you. I have completed my masters here in Quebec. I received my CSQ at Feb. 2011 and submitted my application to Buffalo at March 2011. I am living in Quebec more than three years. Currently I am working in company as a Software Engineer here in Quebec. But I am highly intend to go for PhD as I have already ensure my funding in a top university at Ontario. If I move to Ontario will it affect my PR application. Can I use my new address at Ontario. It will be very helpful for me if you can suggest me something please. I am really worried.

Hi All,

Here is the situation. I entered Canada two and half years ago to start my M.Sc. education in Montreal, Quebec. After one year I applied for permanent residency through Quebec skilled worker program, I got my CSQ and then applied for Federal in April 2010. I completed my education in May 2010 and I was in Montreal seeking for a job till August 2010 but I did not find a good job so finally I accepted an offer of admission from University of Waterloo in Ontario for PhD, so I moved to Waterloo in September 2010.

Unfortunately two days ago when I went to land in Niagara Falls border, the officer was not satisfy about my future intent to reside in quebec and reported me and issued the Entry For Further Examination IMM 5396. So, I need to be there this Tuesday.

I am really really worried and have no idea what will happen there. Do they let me to convince them or they will just let me know about my refusal?

Is there anybody who have heard or had such an experience? Please help!

Thank you very much indeed.

 

[northernd]

Hi Maziar

I have the same situation like you. I have completed my masters here in Quebec. I received my CSQ at Feb. 2011 and submitted my application to Buffalo at March 2011. I am living in Quebec more than three years. Currently I am working in company as a Software Engineer here in Quebec. But I am highly intend to go for PhD as I have already ensure my funding in a top university at Ontario. If I move to Ontario will it affect my PR application. Can I use my new address at Ontario. It will be very helpful for me if you can suggest me something please. I am really worried.

 

[Leon]

To avoid problems, you should land in Quebec and use a Quebec address for your PR card.

 

[KAMMAR]

Hi Maziar,

try to convince them, I'm sure you will be able to show some evidence. At least, tell them you will spend first courses year in Ontario and then return back to work part time and visit ontario occasionally.

let us know what happened with you

 

[fiirm]

Hi All,

Here is the situation. I entered Canada two and half years ago to start my M.Sc. education in Montreal, Quebec. After one year I applied for permanent residency through Quebec skilled worker program, I got my CSQ and then applied for Federal in April 2010. I completed my education in May 2010 and I was in Montreal seeking for a job till August 2010 but I did not find a good job so finally I accepted an offer of admission from University of Waterloo in Ontario for PhD, so I moved to Waterloo in September 2010.

Unfortunately two days ago when I went to land in Niagara Falls border, the officer was not satisfy about my future intent to reside in quebec and reported me and issued the Entry For Further Examination IMM 5396. So, I need to be there this Tuesday.

I am really really worried and have no idea what will happen there. Do they let me to convince them or they will just let me know about my refusal?

Is there anybody who have heard or had such an experience? Please help!

Thank you very much indeed.

Hi Maziar,

I saw your pridicament here and very much want to know how it went. Are you able to convince them or were you given any issue?

 

[lucky85]

Hi Maziar,

I am in the same situation as you. I am applying for CSQ when I was studying in Toronto. I got a job in Toronto soon after graduation and at the same time filling for permanent residency under QSW program. Now an officer at the federal government sent me a request for additional documents to prove my intention of residing in Quebec or my appliction might not be eligible. I only have 30 days ! Any advise would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks every one!

 

[scylla]

You need to demonstrate that you have real plans to live in Quebec. Do you have a job offer in Quebec? Are you living in Quebec now? Do you have anything that shows ties to Quebec? Are you enrolled in school in Quebec?

If you are currently living and working in Ontario, I think it's going to be pretty difficult to convince an officer that you have any plans to live in Quebec.

 

[lucky85]

Hi Scylla,

I am currently working in Ontario.I was planning to move to Quebec after getting permanent residence VISA. But now, I am applying for jobs in Quebec. When I find a job, I will move there immediately. I have some friends there who are more than happy to accommodate me when I move. But what documents Can I provide CIC in the next 30 days ?

Thanks Scylla and others reading this.

 

[joidiple]

anybody knows about masiar case if he managed to convinced the officer?