boedihendra
Singaporean expat in Canada
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About me
Singaporean
Lives in Richmond
Registration: 20 August 2014
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
Hi there, May I know if you guys already got Permanent Residency (PR)? If not, I'd say it is impossible to come and work here. I suggest you read through CIC website and apply for it prior coming to Canada. Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
hi lazytann, sure. already pm'ed my contact details. Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
Hi there, I moved from Singapore 5 years ago and have lived in 3 province (and 3 cities). Currently work and live in Richmond, BC. Do let me know if you want to have coffee session. Cheers, Boedi Read More
introducing myself
Hi there Welcome to this forum. May i know why you choose Edmonton? I used to live and work there so you made a good choice 🙂 May i know what kind of child caregiver you meant? Where will you take the course? Thanks Boedi Read More
Looking for job any
Hi there, I'm not sure if doing survival job will be suffice for you. Furthermore, specific job that need special skills like welding etc. In Canada, unfortunately, employers need formal (& recognized) certification. Thanks Boedi Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
Probably the below link can help? http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2015/09/15/canada-best-universities-rank_n_8142292.html Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
Yup, done it by myself. Not only for Canada, but Australia' PR as well. Concept is all the same : you need to read (& understand) and fulfill the requirements. Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
don't think too much...just see if your qualification is in NOC list. If its there, then you can think forward (otherwise its a waste of energy) cheers Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
Welcome Halim (Selamat bergabung di milis ini) What exactly did you meant by “bring another bunch of friends”? To answer your question(s) : "What are the ways to ensure that migration to Canada is a good idea? What are the pull ... Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
Hi Grace, May I know the name of the (immigration) agent?OCSC? In my humble opinion, you don't actually need an immigration agent. It's pretty straight forward actually. You only need to read and fulfill the requirements (its all ... Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
I always believe in professional recognition (CPA, CIA, CGA, CA) rather than academic (MBA, Phd and so on) irrespective of the economic situation. But as a new immigrant, the challenge is to get the job as per what our education (not survival). So ... Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
For me, my bike is the precious thing, so what I did was I boxed it up (the bike shop can do this) and check in as sports equipment when I travel by plane. I bought a bike bag later on in Canada, so travelling between province is a breeze now (i ... Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
Hi Grace, Just to comment about your sister (nurse profession). As I previously worked with Alberta Health Services, I think she need to get herself license to practice as a nurse in Canada before she can work here. Previously from Singapore, I ... Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
Hi there, Unless your moving expense is being paid by your employer, I really don't think it's a good idea to bring the things via forwarder. Most of the stuff back home, you can get it here (unless really special item that only available ... Read More
Indonesian community in Vancouver + work permit by neetzz
Hi everyone im Nita from Indonesia, i ve been moved to Vancouver a week ago. Im very new in Canada. Does anyone know about Indonesian community in Vancouver or Indonesian church community and does anyone know about how to apply work permit in ...
Hi Nita, Correction for the address of GII...found out that they moved to 1587 Frances Street, Vancouver, BC V5L 1Z2 (they rent the New Beginnings Baptis Church). their website http://gii-net.org/ Feel free to contact me and I will hook you up ... Read More
Indonesian community in Vancouver + work permit by neetzz
Hi everyone im Nita from Indonesia, i ve been moved to Vancouver a week ago. Im very new in Canada. Does anyone know about Indonesian community in Vancouver or Indonesian church community and does anyone know about how to apply work permit in ...
Nita, Greetings and welcome to Canada. I tried to answer your question(s) Indonesian church -> As far as I know, 3 Indonesian based church in Vancouver : 1. GII (Gereja Injili Indonesia) - 11960 Montego St, Richmond, BC 2. GBI (Gereja Bethany ... Read More
Potential move by Dharwarker
Ladies and gents , I might be considering a job offer to work with a retailer in Canada. Salary is 75k. Would like to know if it is a figure that I could be comfortable ? I would be taking a pay drop coming from nz so there is a bit to consider ? ...
"Bear in mind don't really want to live like an Eskimo" -> why? Because you afraid of cold? I came from tropical island in Asia and somehow managed to survive 2 winter season in a span of 1 year (yes, i wrote it correctly). As I ... Read More
Thinking of moving to Canada. by cejay
Hi everyone my name is Cejay. I'm new to this forum and I would like to receive advice from people on this forum who have moved from the UK to Canada.I am a UK citizen. For 3 years now i have researched about Canada Toronto. I would like to move ...
I will add some points to what Phillip said... Based on my experience as newcomer in 2013, Canada is not a "friendly" place for newcomer, ESPECIALLY without any (Canadian) credentials. So before you come, you ought to : 1. Have proper ... Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
Uzzal, I agree with Phillip....Irrespective where you are, if you want to live and work in Canada : 1st step - Get the PR (Permanent Resident) status 2nd step - Get the Canadian qualification in order to survive in Canadian job market How ... Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
Phillip, You are lucky as you had "Canadian Experience" - as you are studying in Canada (so Canadian really consider your study) :) Agree with housing...and heard NS is beautiful...hope I got a chance to go there. Care to share your ... Read More
Anybody moving to Canada from Singapore here??? by ladylynn
Hi, I'm Lynn and I'm a HR Manager in the lifestyle industry. I'm 48 mature nice woman, my daughter is into her 1st year in Nursing at Nanyang Poly and my son is in O Level. I've pending for PR approval now and would like to start to network with ...
Hi all, After my application lodged in 2010, I got my PR in late 2012 and in Feb 2013 moved from Singapore. I was lucky enough to live in 3 province for the past 1 year. Currently working and living in Richmond, BC. Don't get me wrong, but ... Read More