SINP Aspirants 2014 Lets CONNECT HERE
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The Settlement Plan has the following headingsCanph said:
INSTRUCTIONS
Welcome to your personalized settlement plan. This will help you get the best possible start on your
new life in Canada.
For convenience, the plan is broken down into checklists for before you leave, crossing the border,
and your first few weeks, as well as other personalized information by topic, such as Money,
Connecting, and Culture. If you prefer you can also view the entire plan on a single page.
(PV0009)
Print (PR0009) or email (EA0001) your plan so that you have a copy. If you leave this settlement
plan inactive for more than 20 minutes, you won't be able to come back to your answers and will
need to start again.
YOUR PROFILE
Below are your answers to the Living in Canada questionnaire. You should make sure they accurately
reflect your situation. If any answer is wrong, you can use the back button to make changes. Any
time you make changes to your profile, your settlement plan will be updated.
Make sure you print or email yourself this plan so that you can refer to it later.
You have identified yourself as:
from INDIA
still waiting on application status
not yet in Canada
moving to Saskatchewan
having no children under 18 living with you
Your needs include:
finding a place to live
improving your language skills
finding a job
BEFORE YOU LEAVE
Learn about life in Canada (http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-canada.asp) and
about the rights and responsiblities (http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/beforerights.
asp) of residents in Canada.
Gather all of your important documents. (http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/beforeborder.
asp) Consider having them translated into English or French before you arrive. You will
need these documents to enter Canada, to get identification papers, or to work and go to
school.
You may not be able to get taxpayer-funded health insurance coverage right away. Buy
private health insurance for that time. (http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/afterhealth.
asp)
Plan where you will stay during your first days in Canada. If you need temporary housing make
arrangements to stay with family or friends or book a hotel in a central location.
Canada is a large country with many places to live, each with its own weather, culture, services
and more. Choose a city or town that's right for you.
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-city.asp)
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Consider having your English or French language skills formally tested in your home
country. (http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-language-training.asp)
Consider starting the process of getting your education and work credentials recognized in
Canada. (http://www.credentials.gc.ca/recognition/how/assessment.asp#create)
Use the Planning to work in Canada? workbook
(http://www.credentials.gc.ca/immigrants/workbook/index.asp) to gather information about
living and working in Canada.
Use the Working in Canada tool (http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/work/wictool.
asp) to get a report with information about the job you are interested in. Find out if it is
regulated or unregulated.
CROSSING THE BORDER
You can prepare to cross the border into Canada by making sure that you understand all of the
steps that are involved, and that you have all of the important documents that you and your family
will need.
At the border you will need to present: a valid passport or other travel document for yourself and
each family member traveling with you. Find out if you also need a Temporary Resident Visa to
enter Canada. (http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp)
You will also need to complete a declaration of goods form (http://www.cbsa.gc.ca/travelvoyage/
ifcrc-rpcrc-eng.html#card) listing of all the personal or household items you are bringing
with you.
You will have two border crossing interviews.
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-border-interview.asp) Be prepared to talk
about your official documents and what you're bringing to Canada with you.
Make sure you know what you can and cannot bring into Canada.
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-goods-what.asp)
If you are bringing CAN$10,000 or more (or the equivalent in foreign currency), you must
report it to the CBSA (http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/pub/bsf5052-eng.html) .
CULTURE, LAWS, RIGHTS
As a new immigrant to Canada it is important to know about Canada’s history, the land, climate,
people, government, and laws and justice. You should understand both the rights and responsibilities
of the people who live here.
Find out about life in Canada before you leave.
Resources
Get to know Canada, its weather, culture, and laws
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-canada.asp)
Understand how to adjust and adapt to a new culture and country
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/after-life.asp)
Know your rights as a temporary worker in Canada
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/work/tfw-rights.asp)
Welcome to Canada: What you should know
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/publications/welcome/index.asp)
Read the guidebook to becoming a Canadian citizen
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/publications/discover/index.asp)
Learn more about living in Saskatchewan (http://www.saskimmigrationcanada.ca/)
HOUSING
Make sure you arrange for a place to stay before you leave for Canada. If you do not have family or
friends you can stay with, search online for hotels, motels or hostels in the city where you will be
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living.
A number of resources exist to help you learn more - before you arrive - about finding temporary
accommodation, as well as how to rent or buy a home in Canada.
RESOURCES
Choose the city or town where you will live
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-city.asp)
Understand how much it costs to live here
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-cost.asp)
Learn more about what francophone communities have to offer
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/francophone/index.asp)
Decide whether you should rent or buy a home (http://www.cmhc.ca/ourhome/)
WORKING
Getting a job that matches your qualifications and interests can be a challenge. You may need to
learn new job search skills, create a new group of contacts and find out what Canadian employers
want.
You may need to have your foreign credentials recognized so that you can be certified, licensed or
registered to work in a regulated occupation.
You should begin this process before you arrive.
RESOURCES
How to apply for a Social Insurance Number so that you can work and get access to
government services (http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/sc/sin/index.shtml)
Planning to work in Canada? An essential workbook for newcomers
(http://www.credentials.gc.ca/immigrants/workbook/index.asp)
Learn what you can do to prepare for working in Canada
(http://www.credentials.gc.ca/jobs/preparing-to-work.asp)
Consider looking for a job outside your occupation if you can’t find work
(http://www.credentials.gc.ca/recognition/how/alternative-jobs.asp)
Find out if your occupation is regulated or unregulated. You may need to get your
credentials recognized to find work
(http://www.credentials.gc.ca/recognition/why/licensing-requirements-regulated.asp)
Use the Working in Canada Tool to get information on the Canadian job market
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/work/wic-tool.asp)
LANGUAGE
Canada has two official languages: English and French. Strong skills in one or both of these
languages are very important to your success in Canada.
English is the main language spoken in the majority of provinces and territories while French is the
official language of the province of Quebec. New Brunswick is Canada's only officially bilingual
province.
Consider getting your language skills assessed and improving your English or French before arriving in
Canada. There are a number of ways that you can improve your language skills on your own (e.g.,
library or internet resources).
RESOURCES
Understand why learning English or French is so important
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-language.asp)
Find language training in your home country or in Canada
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-language-training.asp)
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Use this online self-assessment tool (http://clb-osa.ca/) if you are interested in assessing
your English language skills before you take a formal language test
IDENTIFICATION
Social Insurance Number: This is a nine-digit number that is needed to work in Canada or receive
government benefits.
Provincial/territorial health insurance card: This card gives you access to Canada’s taxpayer-funded
healthcare system.
You should apply for these documents as soon as possible after you arrive in Canada.
RESOURCES
Know what identification you should carry when you are traveling outside of Canada
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/after-life-id.asp)
Find out how to apply for a Social Insurance Number so that you can work and get
access to government services (http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/sc/sin/index.shtml)
Learn more about health care in Canada and find out how to apply for a health insurance
card from your province or territory (http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/afterhealth.
asp)
HEALTH
Canada’s health insurance system is tax-payer funded and designed to ensure that all residents of
Canada have access to health care. To access health care under this system you must have a
health card issued by the government of the province or territory where you live.
Use these links to find more information on health coverage and services in Canada.
RESOURCES
Learn more about health care in Canada and find out how to apply for a health insurance
card from your province or territory (http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/afterhealth.
asp)
Understand why finding a doctor and a dentist is important to your overall health
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/after-health-doctor.asp)
FAMILY
There are programs and services for children, adults and seniors to meet the needs and interests of
all family members. Think about the different needs that your family might have.
RESOURCES
Learn about getting married in Canada
(http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/lifeevents/marriage.shtml)
Learn about having a baby in Canada
(http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/lifeevents/baby.shtml)
Learn about raising a family in Canada
(http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/lifeevents/family/index.shtml)
Understand the laws that may apply to your family
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-laws.asp)
MONEY
The cost of living varies greatly in Canada, depending on the province or territory where you live.
Cost also varies between big cities and rural areas. It is usually less expensive to live in a smaller
city or town.
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Opening a bank account should be done as soon as possible after you arrive in Canada.
Use these links to learn more about money and finances in Canada (e.g., credit and loans, taxation).
RESOURCES
Understand how much it costs to live here
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-cost.asp)
Learn what household expenses you can expect to have
(http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-cost-household.asp)
Learn more about money and banking (http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/aftermoney.
asp)
Learn how to manage the debt you might have
(http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/lifeevents/debt.shtml)
CONNECTING
Connecting with others in your new community is an important step in the settlement process.
Making new friends and contacts will help you feel at home in Canada and help you advance your
professional goals by creating a network of people that can support you in your search for work.
There are many different ways in which you can connect with others in your new city or town.
RESOURCES
Find out how volunteering in Canada can help you find a job or expand your social
network (http://www.credentials.gc.ca/jobs/what-you-can-do/volunteer.asp)
Sorry all for the long post. But I just did the settlement plan using the link provided by our fellow mates and have posted the entire plan. The headings are in CAPS and the content and links are in read. I am just skeptical if this is the settlement plan, even though it says so as its fairly simple.
Sure Canph. I also would like to make this forum active, alive and kicking so that all the aspirants benefit from the same. I want to see it as successful as the FSW 2013 forum which is close to 3200 posts and still going strong.Canph said:
+1 for you ram, even I am following the FSW 2013 thread since May 3rd 2013, unfortunately I could not apply for FSW 13 due to some personal reasons, but now I will be applying under SINP, lets see how it goes.ram040479 said:
Even I got the similar plan of yours hope that is the right settlement plan.
I request all the thread mates to give feedback on the settlement plan is it similar to the one posted or not.
Also Canph, as far as the documents are concerned, I have already have them scanned with me. Should we have any document scanned after notarising them or just the plain simple document scanned would doCanph said:
Passport pages for self and dependants
Birth Certificates for self and dependants
Educational Certificates (I also have two sets of sealed transcripts)
WES Certificate to prove Canadian Equivalency
Proof of funds ( Will be getting 6 months bank statement and 2 FDs)
Let me know if I have missed out on anything
So if I have all the documents ready, I just need to wait for Jan 2nd 2014, is that right ?
Just tried to login to the SINP Online application portal. Still its the same old requirements of a Job offer and all. Waiting for any updates from them
Hi,
I'd like to join your thread, cause I'm thinking to apply in 2014 under SINP. Please I hhave some questions regardin the eligiblity. As always any comment will be helpful for me.
1. I am industrial pharmacist and should I apply with 3131 NOC code?
2. work exp. 2007- till now- get 12 points ?
3. IELTS- CLB 7 - get 18 points?
4. age 31 - get 12 points?
5. university degree - get 20?
tot 62
no job offer, no relatives there
Am I eligible to apply, or not?
Do I need to have my qualification assessed before applying? And please regarding the settlement plan , I do not have any idea where to start so help me guys.
Thank you all
I'd like to join your thread, cause I'm thinking to apply in 2014 under SINP. Please I hhave some questions regardin the eligiblity. As always any comment will be helpful for me.
1. I am industrial pharmacist and should I apply with 3131 NOC code?
2. work exp. 2007- till now- get 12 points ?
3. IELTS- CLB 7 - get 18 points?
4. age 31 - get 12 points?
5. university degree - get 20?
tot 62
no job offer, no relatives there
Am I eligible to apply, or not?
Do I need to have my qualification assessed before applying? And please regarding the settlement plan , I do not have any idea where to start so help me guys.
Thank you all
For the NOC part, you have to check with the province website once the same is out. You can also check it here in the below link's appendix.klarisa said:
http://www.saskimmigrationcanada.ca/application-guide-for-the-international-skilled-workers-category
As for the settlement plan, just a few posts back, I have posted my settlement plan and another of our forum member Canph has also got one similar to the same. So we are waiting for other forum members to also confirm
Canph and other Forumites
My IELTS Scores are as below
8.5
7.5
6.5
8.5
Overall 8.0
As per the CLB conversion its
9
9
8
9
As per the points its
6
6
5
6
Total is 23
But Sasketchwan website states they can award max of 20 points only
My IELTS Scores are as below
8.5
7.5
6.5
8.5
Overall 8.0
As per the CLB conversion its
9
9
8
9
As per the points its
6
6
5
6
Total is 23
But Sasketchwan website states they can award max of 20 points only
@ram,ram040479 said:Canph and other Forumites
My IELTS Scores are as below
8.5
7.5
6.5
8.5
Overall 8.0
As per the CLB conversion its
9
9
8
9
As per the points its
6
6
5
6
Total is 23
But Sasketchwan website states they can award max of 20 points only
As per SINP you will get max of 20 points, even though score is quite good......hope everything is alright as you will be the first all ready applicant.