1. My wife got her card around 8-10 weeks i think. they have a backlog and it is slower than what the website says.
2. NO, there is a charge. No one evaluates the degree for free, U of T, WES they all charge around 150$, not sure if it is free outside GTA. Remember once u immigrate u will find
that everything here costs $, one reason they need more immigrants. Nothing is free for people who like to work and make a living here.
3. U need to be here for at least 6 months to get OSAP i think, not sure. Depends on how much $ ur spouse is making to get a loan.
4. Online - Monster.ca or workopolis.ca you will find everyone there, there are hundreds of consultancies here in GTA.