SINP 2015 WITHOUT JOB OFFER LET'S DREAM HERE !

[harirajmohan]

As I understood in the last year, for those who are living in Saskatchewan, living in Regina or Saskatoon is a controversial matter! Both cities are good place to live inside SK but as I know Regina as a center of province has more governmental related jobs (or job opportunities at all) but Saskatoon is a bigger city and it has more population and as I heard it is more beautiful than Regina! House rent inside Regina is a little more expensive than Saskatoon but the weather is about 2-3 degree warmer than Saskatoon in winter!

As you can see every city has it's own positive and negative points and it is totally controversial matter to live in which one, Regina or Saskatoon?!

I am also thinking to go and live in Saskatoon instead of Regina!

Whats your opinion my friends?

I also entered in sinp forms as Saskatoon as its big city but lately in some forum they wrote as if Regina has more sunny days. Later i tried to get information and found that there is merely any difference but SK is at top 5 which is good for guys who love sunny days .

Average number of days annually with some bright sunshine.
City Days
Calgary, Alberta 333
Edmonton, Alberta 325
Regina, Saskatchewan 322
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 319
http://www.currentresults.com/Weather-Extremes/Canada/sunniest-cities.php

 

[harirajmohan]

Some points about these two ciries :
Actually they both have the same amount of crime in relation to size, there is a lot of gang activity in both cities as well as drugs. BUT having said that..there are a lot of nice areas in both cities where you are removed from it, sure it happens in the city, but unless you spend a lot of time in the downtown area of either city, or in the West Side of S'toon your exposure will be limited.

Saskatoon is a very beautiful city, with the river and the pathways on either side. As well as there are some nice areas outside the city to visit along the river, there is the Berry Farm on Valley Road as well as Cranberry Flats etc, as for living outside the city, you would could look at Warman, Martensville, Osler, etc to the North. In the city you can look at Sutherland, Forest Grove, Lawson Heights, Silver Spring, etc as some of the better areas to live in. Even down around Market Mall is pretty good.

I prefer Saskatoon as I lived there for 10 years. Regina does have its fine points as well. Regina has Wascana Park and such, and is home to the Provincial Legislative Buildings. Regina would have more of the historical features, but even that is pretty limited, Saskatoon is the nicer looking of the 2 cities in my opinion

Regina is way way friendlier, and has much more to do. Great shopping, better than Saskatoon, a super university, more events, such as the Flat Land festival, more and better restaurants and pubs. Its also further south and has better weather, which is cold anyhow in the winter.

The crime statistics in Regina reflect a higher native population and the crime is pretty much in the "Hood" a place you never have to go to. Even their mayor said the crime statistics are misleading because of the crimes by Indians against Indians.

I feel perfectly safe in Regina and dont know anyone who has beem a victim of crime, not even having a B&E on their house.

Downtown Regina would be Scarth Street Mall area and its a very safe area, its a pedestrian area with live entertainment all summer long, a really fun place to be, with patio cafes and a few good coffee places, and the best pizza in the world !

Regina also has the Rough Riders so you can go to games !

There are four or five major malls, The Gap etc, there is usually something going on at the University, and Regina has the Free House ! Lots of Patio cafes and pubs in the summer.

Regina has lovely old bldgs, Wascana park, Imax, there is something going on almost every weekend ! Regina is a very clean and beautiful city and IMO Saskatoon is just blaaahh compared to it. Lots of trees and green spaces, flowers, a great place to ride your bike. Regina has character, and to me Toon town has always looked like some unattractive boxes plopped down here and there without design or character. Its not a fun city like Regina is IMO

check the actvities guide for Regina

I was never bored in Regina, in fact couldnt find the time to do everything I wanted to do

It depends on what your interests include. Saskatoon is closer to the north, with all of its recreation opportunities, and has the University of statue in, which is an older, stodgier and more conservative university then the University of Regina.

On the other hand, Regina has the seat of government and all those lucrative provincial government jobs, plus a professional football team and it is closer to the United States. The two cities are pretty similar, really

As you all my friends see it quite depends on you and your interests for choosing your appropriated city . those words are people's point of view who lived in both cities during several years

Thanks for your detailed information.

 

[harirajmohan]

Cost of living in these two cities for more informed choice

Saskatoon Regina Difference
Restaurants [Edit] [Edit]
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant 14.00 C$ 14.25 C$ +1.79 %
Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course 46.50 C$ 50.00 C$ +7.53 %
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) 8.00 C$ 9.00 C$ +12.50 %
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) 4.75 C$ 6.00 C$ +26.32 %
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) 6.00 C$ 7.50 C$ +25.00 %
Cappuccino (regular) 3.62 C$ 3.92 C$ +8.05 %
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) 2.33 C$ 2.19 C$ -5.83 %
Water (0.33 liter bottle) 1.93 C$ 2.04 C$ +5.63 %


Rice (white), (1kg) 3.82 C$ 3.15 C$ -17.49 %
Eggs (12) 3.47 C$ 3.59 C$ +3.67 %
Local Cheese (1kg) 9.15 C$ 8.15 C$ -10.90 %
Chicken Breasts (Boneless, Skinless), (1kg) 15.56 C$ 14.00 C$ -10.04 %
Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) 13.99 C$ 12.50 C$ -10.65 %

Transportation [Edit] [Edit]
One-way Ticket (Local Transport) 3.10 C$ 2.50 C$ -19.35 %
Monthly Pass (Regular Price) 80.00 C$ 65.00 C$ -18.75 %
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 3.25 C$ 4.25 C$ +30.77 %
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 1.20 C$ 1.67 C$ +39.17 %
Gasoline (1 liter) 1.10 C$ 0.92 C$ -15.87 %


Utilities (Monthly) [Edit] [Edit]
Basic (Electricity, Heating, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment 153.05 C$ 236.56 C$ +54.56 %
1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans) 0.22 C$ 0.37 C$ +62.96 %
Internet (6 Mbps, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) 58.00 C$ 45.25 C$ -21.98 %

Sports And Leisure [Edit] [Edit]
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 52.50 C$ 56.13 C$ +6.92 %
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) 40.00 C$ 10.00 C$ -75.00 %
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat 12.00 C$ 12.00 C$ 0.00 %

Clothing And Shoes [Edit] [Edit]
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) 58.75 C$ 51.25 C$ -12.77 %
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) 37.50 C$ 45.00 C$ +20.00 %
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes 100.00 C$ 108.33 C$ +8.33 %
1 Pair of Men Leather Shoes 85.00 C$ 122.50 C$ +44.12 %

Rent Per Month [Edit] [Edit]
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre 1,070.83 C$ 1,183.33 C$ +10.51 %
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre 807.14 C$ 933.33 C$ +15.63 %
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre 1,800.00 C$ 1,700.00 C$ -5.56 %
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre 1,583.33 C$ 1,337.71 C$ -15.51 %

Buy Apartment Price [Edit] [Edit]
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre 2,500.00 C$ 3,776.05 C$ +51.04 %
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre 2,481.08 C$ 2,830.33 C$ +14.08 %

Salaries And Financing [Edit] [Edit]
Average Monthly Disposable Salary (After Tax) 2,725.90 C$ 3,086.54 C$ +13.23 %
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly 2.99 3.33 +11.56 %

Job opportunities in regina is a bit more than saskatoon because of being capital and also existing more governmental offices although the rate of existing job opportunities is approximately equal between these two cities. I myself prefer saskatoon than regina ofcourse different people different taste and an informed choice can help us regarding our future life and as all of us know choosing city is one of the most important choices for our future life . I myself also prefer to have an initial work rather than sitting at home. I've heard this can be absolutely effective since you will get used to people culture and society little by little . we have to take it into consideration that where there is a will there is a way and for gaining an ideal job you should have a few patient

THanks buddy.

 

[VictorPapa]

But about the last point, sorry Victor I disagree . - In my opinion, we need to mention SK city in CIC forms and in the forms at the port of entry (/border) correctly with a SK city . Immigration officers are aware that we can only first land in big cities but we need to enter the final destination city and address that is of SK in all the forms we write starting from airlines (if they ask) and have the proof of travel (like rental car reservation, another flight ticket, train ticket from landing city to SK) ready for verification if they ask if we are really reaching SK.

Landing procedure is also a big step wherein we get PR status only after they clear us. So i think we should not have any change in information which will trigger additional question. Even after specifying the final destination city in the form as SK city, they will sometimes ask why we are landing here. So we need to answer all the questions and explain where we are going and which mode of travel from that city to reach SK. Show the documents ONLY if they ask or else do not (attempt to) show any document to prove yourself (mostly they will believe but they just wanted to make sure).

My friend,
I am also disagree with your theory about entering Canada!

When you reach Canada with your valid permanent resident visa, in each city that your plane land and your feet touch Canada's soil(!), they will check to see, do you have a valid visa to enter Canada or not? If yes, then you have to fill some forms and do what is needed as landing procedures and after that you are inside Canada and your next flight to your final destination will be a domestic flight and it means nobody won't check your visa or immigration documents anymore. you can travel from one city to another only with your valid airline ticket and your passport as ID card and there won't be any extra checks.

Immigration officers at your entry point can only let you in to Canada but they never have any authority to force you to go to specific city in that country! Even you can go and settle everywhere you want inside Canada with your provincial permanent resident visa BUT in that situation, your province will follow your movement and they will check your living place (that happened before from SK side and they tried to contact nominated people and asked them to show utility bills,... to check their real place of living) and if you don't live in their province, it is possible they make you some difficulties in the future when you are going to renew your permanent resident card or when you are going to receive your citizenship!

There were people, they entered Canada with their provincial permanent visa (like SK) and they stayed in Toronto couple of days before they move to their final destination. Immigration officers at the entry point can't stop them to do that and this is a normal procedure in every immigration system and don't forget that, you are not a prisoner and you are free to enter and stay everywhere in that country BUT you should start your life in your final destination to avoid further difficulties.

 

[sinppp2015]

Thanks for your detailed information.

your welcome buddy

 

[yongzhang]

Hi, guys, i have a question about my IELTS to bother you. I got SINP nomination on april 14, and sent documents to CIC on April 27.My ielts score will expire on May 25 2015. should I re-register a new IELTS for CIC's document required in future? thank you.

 

[FSWCIO]

Hi, guys, i have a question about my IELTS to bother you. I got SINP nomination on april 14, and sent documents to CIC on April 27.My ielts score will expire on May 25 2015. should I re-register a new IELTS for CIC? thank you.

Ielts should only be valid at the time of your application. So you are fine

 

[Dreamer2014]

I renewed my IELTS test and I plan to submit the new one as the old one was having the problem of the passport name if u remember and also I scored better results in the new one Alhamdollah

Is that ok?

 

[Dreamer2014]

I would like to know when I will be asked to pay the second fees for the right of PR?

 

[Dreamer2014]

by the way I renewed the passport of my spouse and I send the copy today to SINP with the request of revision hope i receive the new nomination letter soon
pray for me buddies

 

[babshah76]

No news for the nominations / rejections this week. Hope to see some results and I wish for all positive with Nomination, inshaallah.

 

[harirajmohan]

My friend,
I am also disagree with your theory about entering Canada!

When you reach Canada with your valid permanent resident visa, in each city that your plane land and your feet touch Canada's soil(!), they will check to see, do you have a valid visa to enter Canada or not? If yes, then you have to fill some forms and do what is needed as landing procedures and after that you are inside Canada and your next flight to your final destination will be a domestic flight and it means nobody won't check your visa or immigration documents anymore. you can travel from one city to another only with your valid airline ticket and your passport as ID card and there won't be any extra checks.

Immigration officers at your entry point can only let you in to Canada but they never have any authority to force you to go to specific city in that country! Even you can go and settle everywhere you want inside Canada with your provincial permanent resident visa BUT in that situation, your province will follow your movement and they will check your living place (that happened before from SK side and they tried to contact nominated people and asked them to show utility bills,... to check their real place of living) and if you don't live in their province, it is possible they make you some difficulties in the future when you are going to renew your permanent resident card or when you are going to receive your citizenship!

There were people, they entered Canada with their provincial permanent visa (like SK) and they stayed in Toronto couple of days before they move to their final destination. Immigration officers at the entry point can't stop them to do that and this is a normal procedure in every immigration system and don't forget that, you are not a prisoner and you are free to enter and stay everywhere in that country BUT you should start your life in your final destination to avoid further difficulties.

Right of freedom (work and live anywhere) - http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/const/page-15.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadian_Charter_of_Rights_and_Freedoms

One beauty about Canadian PR (not like few other countries) is the Right of freedom but it comes only after we gained permanent resident status which we get after being allowed inside. So we do not want any issue in landing procedure.

If we can land anywhere then there wont be any difference between FSW and PNP.

Its natural for immigration officer to expect us to destine to the province nominated at least when we enter first time. If not it will trigger questions. Immigration officer has the same power as the cic officer.

Yes you are right, there are no checks once we cleared immigration first time and we can go anywhere.

As i am not a lawyer , this is my opinion to mention SK city on paper till we enter and rest all up to our interpretation.

 

[harirajmohan]

I renewed my IELTS test and I plan to submit the new one as the old one was having the problem of the passport name if u remember and also I scored better results in the new one Alhamdollah

Is that ok?

Second one is fine if its required by cic.

 

[sanjeev31aug]

Hello Friends,

Do we need to attached all relevant "Federal Forms" or "Provincial Forms" along with the online application? Actually I don't see any page or area while filling the online application?

If we need to attached them, please let me know where?

Also, Do we have to create separate online application for spouse as for my application they haven't asked any information about spouse other than marriage certificate .

Kindly advice.

Thanks,
Sanjeev

 

[harirajmohan]

by the way I renewed the passport of my spouse and I send the copy today to SINP with the request of revision hope i receive the new nomination letter soon
pray for me buddies

Do we need to as i am also in the same boat? I thought we can attach the old passport copy and new copy to avoid confusion to cic officer. Please update us if sinp is issuing new letter or advising us to use the same.