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Jobs: decent salary
Started by: angelgabriel on 19 Sep 2008

...[quote][i]Originally posted by sghosedelhi[/i] I am quite amazed to read this article. If you start living like a Dubai sheikh then one can spend the way the expenses are being talked about. First and foremost there is a difference in USA and Canada. USA there is very little social security net and thus all the money in hand. In Canada there is a lot of security net and if you spend wisely and not be an extra vagant then not only you can live comfortably but you can actually save money within $45k. Groceries at Food basics and Pric...
Posted By: Iknownothing on 13 Oct 2008

Jobs: can i get guidance getting airline jobs
Started by: indiarocks on 05 Jun 2007

...law works in the travel industry and he tells me it's next to impossible to get airline jobs in Canada(even at the back office) and the majority are filled with internal referrals. He was working with Emirates in Dubai and he knows more than a hundred ex-Emirate employees from the Gulf who are in Canada now and 95% of them are not with an airline. Also, if you are going to be working at the airport, you need 5 years of residency in Canada under the new security guidelines, which is a deterrant for most immigrants. See this... "International and Landed immigrant applicants to the Aviation Management Program should be aware that the ability to obtain a valid security clearance is ...
Posted By: freakoutguy on 06 Jun 2007

Citizenship: OCI - Requirement of Landing Papers
Started by: bandhan on 22 Jul 2012

...ssy in Toronto. I was also born in India. What I don't understand is why do they require my parents passports and landing papers? It is very clear to them that I was an Indian citizen by birth. Why do I need to give them my parents landing papers and passports? My parents live in Dubai and I don't have access to their landing papers and passports. Can someone please clarify on this requirement for me? Is it mandatory?...
Posted By: bandhan on 22 Jul 2012

General: Giving Birth In Canada As Tourist. Procedure and advise.
Started by: naresh.bhatia.fb on 09 Feb 2017

This should HELP and Encourage you to get in and complete the same. Surely do...: ...ncouver+Richmond/10713600/story.html http://www.vancouversun.com/news/metro/babies+born+abroad+test+citizenship+laws/10706565/story.html - [quote][i]Originally posted by naresh.bhatia.fb[/i] Dear Desi's, I am 31 years holding Indian passport and my wife 27 as well having Indian passport. We currently live and work in Dubai. We both have tourist visa for 3 years which give us 6 months stay at one time. My wife is 10 weeks (3month) pregnant. We are planning to enter Canada when she is doing her 5th month so this way we have to spend only last 4 months of her pregnancy in Canada. How much will a normal delivery cost in Brampton or Mississauga or any other desi are...
Posted By: Full House on 10 Feb 2017

Citizenship: proof of citizienship question
Started by: zvib on 02 Aug 2017

And who am I?... You don't want to know!!: ...n Dubai, etc., each additional information that gets provided, narrows it to one or two individuals and with the CBSA tracking system we are not only able to pick up all or most of his/her personal details, we can even bring up a PICTURE and his current location also through cross referencing with the SECURITY systems that are made available to us. And of course to you too and if you know how to get an access to it. And yet I do not know who the poster is! But can I find out more about him too? YES! He will be here in Canada and he will be selling his house and then leaving Canada. It gets narrowed down. Then the search starts. Till then, I just sit tight. There is NO MORE Privacy in this wo...
Posted By: Full House on 06 Aug 2017

Independent Category: friends ... help again...please
Started by: kash0081 on 01 Sep 2009

...igration chances earlier, but with all the advice I got , I went ahead , the surgery and my recovery by gods grace is excellent and am living a better life ... thanks to all ... Just to refresh you memory, I applied for PR under the FSW scheme with an AEO, which my employer arranged in Feb 2009 at London UK office and am currently in Dubai UAE. I received the good news about medical request along with the supporting documents and RPRF payment request through my lawyer and send all that was requested along with medicals 2 weeks back along with the fees. All was ok in the medicals etc. actually everything is smooth till now, however I am tracking a few cases and am visiting most of...
Posted By: kash0081 on 01 Sep 2009

Our Native Country!: How to Buy Property in India - ( NRE Vs NRO Account)
Started by: desi_driller on 19 Jan 2011

...osed to be better planned. I am from Goa, if you are planning for investment purpose than I can suggest some projects in Goa wherein you can have a second home and also rental returns by means of holiday lettings. I am not a broker nor a real estate developer ... I hold Canadian PR status & currently based in Dubai. As for your queries ... NRE would be better ... funds are repatriable anytime whereas NRO is usually for depositing incomes in India and funds can be repatriated upon submission of CA certificates w.r.t tax liabilities and also there might be a certain limit on the amount repatriated per year. For any real estate deal please consult a good lawyer who can give you an ...
Posted By: Sam Khan on 19 Jan 2011

Life: I am little happy but sad too
Started by: rahul_singh23 on 25 May 2006

I will not agree !: ...a lower caste boy studied architecture with me. He did not know proper english and was a bit dull. He failed 1 years but he managed to scrape through the course. He was appointed in L&T as an architect (this was only through skill). He used to make some mistakes and his english was poor. He is now a chief project architect in Dubai working for L&T. So he made it and it is only b'cos of reservation. If there was no reservation he would be still in B.Sc. tamil and god knows what he would have become. His whole family will be benifited by this incl. his parents and siblings (none of the siblings became professionals and he still send money to them) TK...
Posted By: tamilkuravan on 25 May 2006

Family Class: Why do all Professionals want to come to Canada?
Started by: BLOODY_FOOL on 26 Feb 2004

...d corrected. I mistook BKB for Teja and hence the confusion. I had a very hectic day and could not reply sooner. How i got it all mixed ? with so many mixed names and hoaxes, i guess i got caught up there. But be sure for one thing that BKB/Desimisri/dubai desi/Makapao have the same IPs all along....BKB we dont want to lose you dude. Your posts are fun, please keep posting under BKB id and put the others to rest. Yourstruly, Your posts are balanced and well thought out, and I enjoy your participation. Look forward to more of your posts. Mishtar [/quote] Apologies accepted. If BKB/Desimisri/dubaidesi/Makapao are the same then I am shocked beyond words. I was ...
Posted By: jago_desi on 03 Nov 2004

Real Estate & Mortgages: Buying a Canadian property while living in the UAE
Started by: Flotch on 17 Feb 2008

... demography and so much more. I have had many clients who first settled down renting for one or more years, then bought based upon their choice of area. Then there are many clients who exactly knew where they wanted to buy, even the school district. In fact, when I landed here from Dubai; I bought my home on the 5th day of my landing in Canada. I knew about the John Fraser School district, liked the area; some of friends also lived nearby. I have no regrets. Mostly, it comes down to ones affordability, neighbourhood and choice of homes. Some prefer bigger/newer homes; they don't mind moving outside Mississauga to lesser expensive adjoining suburbs. Others don't care about size of prop...
Posted By: amit kalia on 19 Feb 2008

Independent Category: How to keep my immigrants' status alive w/o staying for 3 years in canada ?
Started by: Ashokved on 06 Sep 2006

Nice quote ....: ...[quote][i]Originally posted by ftfl[/i] If your daughter 'turns 18', after she finishes her grade 12, then, you can certainly come back to Canada and see her settle down 'comfortably' in her education and return back to Dubai. According to statistics, one third of the children, do not have one parent or both. NOW, there comes a time in life, that you have to sever ties with your children, and some times for their good, and here in I see a parent doing the best he can to better the child's future. And being in such a situation, when you are seeking a way out and find tha...
Posted By: Big Vee on 07 Sep 2006

Family Class: Why do all Professionals want to come to Canada?
Started by: BLOODY_FOOL on 26 Feb 2004

...te on CD, I did this just once as somebody invoked my name. But then , bloody ruddy hell, promises are made to be broken!:cheers: Shri Chandreshji, hope you find something to suit you soon. Seems like the majority on this site have great regards for you. Always a Dubai hater (even though I schooled there for many years and worked there as well. My father used to live there)[/quote][/quote] ============================================== Hello there Crenshaw Another case of "Elementary My Dear Watson"........or one of "Jo hamse takraye ga chur chur ho jayega";) Nice work again. Bravo. :) ...
Posted By: soberflier on 30 Oct 2004

Life: Experiences of Families residing in Canada, Spouse continue working in Middle Ea
Started by: erra on 21 Sep 2005

...I will agree that if the children are to SETTLE DOWN in Canada it is better to send them here for high school. There are many ways to mitigate the impact of parental separation. The schools here have a two week break for Christmas , a March break and a 2 month summer vacation when the wife and kids can fly back to Dubai. And then there is internet and video conferencing. The husband can possibly negotiate a one/two month vacation in the beginning to help the family settle down. A relative (parents of the wife , siblings ) could come over here and help in the transition. There is also a category of immigration called "Live-in caregiver" which can be used...
Posted By: NorthYorkDesi on 26 Sep 2005

Ask Immigration Expert: Retaining Canadain PR Card without living in Canada
Started by: DGSuresh1 on 19 Jan 2007

Accessing the markets..: ...end, however, it is at the discretion of the agent to accept the "excuse". If rejected, you can go through the appeals process and make your case to the adjudicator. But then, why go through all of that if you can enjoy Canada's beauty and hospitality with a visitors visa. Plus do business without any tax implications! Dubai zindabad! BV ...
Posted By: Big Vee on 20 Jan 2007

Moving Soon: Migration from Dubai to Canada
Started by: M3 on 05 Jan 2013

LINKS TO FORMS AND REQUIRED FIELDS :..... Explanations: ... HOW TO PAY THE FEES : http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/skilled.asp#payfees THIS IS JUST FOR YOUR INFO : http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/offices/canada/sydney.asp#economic FH http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/dubai-applicants-lets-network-get-connected-t29519.1950.html 1. IMM 0008 2. IMM 0008 - Schedule 1 3. IMM0008 - Schedule 3 4. IMM 5406 5. IMM 5620 6. IMM 5612 7. IMM 5476(Optional, use only if you have a representative) 8. VO specific checklist Supplementary Information: Your Travels IMM 5562 Example : From To Length Destination Purpose of travel 03 2008 ...
Posted By: Full House on 06 Jan 2013

Independent Category: Can I expect response from CHC London for this request
Started by: Shinyparappally on 23 Nov 2007

Your Success Depends Entirely Upon Your......: ...[quote][i]Originally posted by Shinyparappally[/i] Do u think CHC London will consider this request from immigration agency. I updated my LMO and Job offer to CHC through my immigration consultant, Dubai they wrote as follows to CHC. We have informed CHC, London that the applicant has received Labour Market Opinion (LMO) and Canada Nursing Board Registration and Eligibility Practice Permit from Canada under the Intended Occupation of Staff Nurse (NOC-3152) in her own field for two years. Copy of the same have been sent to CHC with a request to grant Interview Waiver and re...
Posted By: ftfl on 29 Nov 2007

Sports: Personal message for THAROOR
Started by: imate1 on 18 Apr 2010

Personal response from Tharoor: ...saster so I had put in sports topic. Your interest in sports with hotty - Pushkar costed you ministerial appointment. I hope somebody will deliver my message to you since you are no more staying in your free Govt Bunglow and shifted to some unknown place. By the way the hottie which you was dating was seen in Burj Dubai restaurant with some Sheikh. [/quote] Who cares if she was with Sheikh or habshi...I had my own fun..but what is it to you..you can just dream about it and vote for me again. After all I am english speaking, good looking politician. [quote] I also opened a bank account in swis bank, you can transfer some money out of Rs 70,00,00,000/- for safe keeping. [/quote...
Posted By: manserwadekar on 19 Apr 2010

Life: immigrating to canada
Started by: sidman on 25 May 2016

STEP-BY-STEP Process...: ...all into place. Now you are getting to know the jigsaw puzzle and how all the pieces fall into its right location. That is called Step-by-Step Process. Hey, you came to the right place to ask. Hope this helps you a little. FH. - [quote][i]Originally posted by sidman[/i] Hi all, We are a family of 4, and currently in Dubai. Hearing of the quality of life, I'm contemplating to move to Canada. Could you guys, who "have been there done that" advise me? when is the best time to move there? thanks! Sidman[/quote] ...
Posted By: Full House on 25 May 2016

Independent Category: Got It!!!!
Started by: DesiBabu on 09 Feb 2004

... port of entry or not. I mean you do not want any prob when the immigration officer asks you to show proof of funds. ONCE AGAIN I AM NOT SURE ABT THIS. 3. One of the very imp points is the service charges these bank assess on your acct. Even the fees for transferring money from a bank acct in India/Dubai/anywhere else to a bank acct in Canada. If you really want to do it that way, my choice would be ICICI bank. Not HSBC, not CITI, none other, but ICICI Bank of India. After coming here, you can once again open an acct with any Canadian bank to enjoy the advantage of branch network. That way you may not have to carry money with you. (subject to clarification of second point) 4. Moreove...
Posted By: reachash on 06 Sep 2004

Where to settle: Dubai or Canada?
Started by: KODIAL on 25 Sep 2011

...t doctors engineers or CA s from Canada ?? ...Try to compare the best to best and you will understand more ..... Education in Indian Schools in Dubai or other ME countries is similar to what it is in India with teachers lacking dedication - However the taughts are amongst the better genes for obvious reasons and are most likely to succeed .... Just because a refinery is producing good product does not mean that the refinery is good - perhaps the raw material is the one which is good and needs less refining .[/quote] Agree with you. Sick of the people/immigrants here admiring education system in India, however rotten it is as we all know. I work with so-called Computer Engineer...
Posted By: febpreet on 19 Dec 2012

Business: Any takers ?
Started by: CA on 17 Nov 2004

...g for people who dont have cars etc. However i want to sell also these online and make it accessible for majority of travelers with online payment gateway options or pay to your immigrant lawyer ?. I have good networking in India ( delhi/mumbai/punjab) / Middle East Markets ( Dubai, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar ) and i see it as a big opportunity. Basically rates from different service providers to be stored in the website and customer gets to go through the shopping cart and get a quote and pay online/ other payment options ? Any suggestions from people in Canada ? Any suggestios on people in India/Malyasia / Middle East ? Will it make your life easy. I cannot promise lower rates than ...
Posted By: CA on 17 Nov 2004

Real Estate & Mortgages: Additional real estate investment.
Started by: JRF on 30 Jun 2008

...lly posted by JRF[/i] Currently I have a mortgage which is about 22% of total house hold income, that is one of the reason I am looking to push little hard. I prefer to invest where I live rather than India / Dubai where I need to rely on some one else. Thanks in advance. [/quote] You do have a good amount of equity in your present home. If you take the money out and invest in income producing property, apart from rental income and positive cash flow, you would also have tax benefits by writing off your interest and other expenses against your other income as well. However, you need to do things correctly and keep good accounting and proper paper trail so CRA does not have (or cau...
Posted By: Pramod Chopra on 30 Jun 2008

Life: What went wrong with Immigration Policies of Canada
Started by: jago_desi on 20 Sep 2004

...est against the govt itself is like protesting against those who can protect you. To be effective, right representation to the right authorites will help the most. Not just arbitrarly suing the govt. Remember , PR status is a privilage we enjoy. Not our right!! How many can protest in Dubai or anywhere in middleeast against exploitation . ? This govt allows us the freedom and protection against exploitation ....and look at us , instead of making use of the systems to lodge our complaints you are planing to take shots at the govt itself.!! As for the union issue , I would recommend to every desi who gets into skilled trades , to atleast get into the work force thru unions . Un...
Posted By: Mishtar India on 21 Sep 2004

Health and Wellness: BIrth process!!
Started by: nverlander on 10 Apr 2010

Birth process: ...ust reside in Canada throughout the sponsorship and application process. If your child is only going to Canada for tourism or to visit family, you should submit a complete Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) application on behalf of your child or children (for more information on how to apply for a TRV, please visit our website at www.uae.gc.ca). Please note that the applicant must be able to satisfy a Visa Officer that he/she would leave Canada at the end of his/her proposed visit. If your family intends to return to Canada with your non-PR child to live permanently, you still must submit a TRV application for the child or children. If the Visa Officer is satisfied that: you (your...
Posted By: nverlander on 09 Jun 2010

Ask Immigration Expert: HOW DO I EXPEDITE MY FILE - MY PEERS GOT PR MINE STILL IN PROCESS
Started by: nayasavera on 25 May 2010

...een searching this site for a similar case as mine - but could not get the answers. I got my immigration file no. on 30Oct07 under the skilled worker class (applied from Dubai).In Feb 09 my agent told me to clear the IELTS since he expected the request for document requirements. In March 2009 I cleared the IELTS with an average band 7 score. I understand that the IELTS score is valid for a year only!! Need your advice on the following : 1.Is the IELTS test score valid or do I have to reappear for the test? 2. Since the time I have got the IMM file no. I have not updated any data regarding my IELTS result, change in my husband's job etc. Do i need to do that now? 2. What...
Posted By: ftfl on 25 May 2010

Independent Category: IT no more on Immigration List ...
Started by: Fido on 29 Nov 2009

.... Most of them live in areas like Shalimar Garden, Gokalpur, Shahpeer Gate and Zaida Farms in the city, and worked in tile-making units of various construction companies. ``We have been working in Dubai beyond all scheduled hours. We have not even taken our salaries for the past four months as we wanted to save money to get our families to UAE. Our dreams lie shattered today,'' said a weeping Noor Mohammad who stays at Zaidi Farms. The workers say the text messages ^ received by workers in several other UP towns, including Bulandshahr, as well ^ were all the more shocking as they came after several Indian ministers including the finance minister claimed that the financial meltdown in...
Posted By: Vandematram on 29 Nov 2009

Real Estate & Mortgages: Is it a wise decision
Started by: rocket on 31 Jan 2011

I am too confused..please guide.: ...Dear All, Last yr I moved to canada with my family after seven yrs in Dubai. We started our new life in Canada with great hope an aspiration. My hubby got job in two months tm in call centre which he was not very fond of and left finally after wrking for 4 months. then after eight months of solid job search I got job in a multinaional company - it was like a dream job with dream pay. But it lasted only two months and I los...
Posted By: Yuvi on 03 Feb 2011

Study: What is a University College?
Started by: SPV on 12 Oct 2004

...ifficult to get. I also understand that as a pilot project some universities have been given permission to place international students in Co-Op programs. Was informed of this by two universities - 1) Arcadia & 2) UCC. During a recent education fair in Dubai there were quite a few Canadian universities and amongst them was the Windsor university. We did visit their stall but to be honest weren't very impressed by their presentation. I understand that the reality might be different and that they might have a very good business college. Are you by any chance an alumni of Windsor or associated to the university in any way? We would certainly appreciate some feed back from fellow desis who can...
Posted By: nehajain on 09 Nov 2004

Life: Going back to India.
Started by: sagardip on 10 Mar 2008

... Aren't maids / drivers / ironing man needed comforts if so are better roads & safety? Yes it takes time to reach office in Delhi but so it does in Toronto or Dubai ? Someone said whether doctors have a comparable life in India - doctors are one of the most well paid lots in India (sans taxes) and would be the least interested immigrants . Medical services in India are superb due to abundance of intellect - even in an average city you can find the best of specialists - how much are the waiting times here for knee surgeries - 4 years I heard yesterday on the news . What about culture getting compromised upon after 1-2 generations . Can that be avoided or is it acceptable ? Ima...
Posted By: Fido on 17 Mar 2008

Accounting and Taxation: Amount brought to Canada & Taxes
Started by: shijyj on 15 Jul 2007

...[quote][i]Originally posted by shijyj[/i] Dear CD's, I needed few clarifications on money brought to Canada. I became a PR on Sep 2006 but stayed in Canada for 21 days only and returned back to Dubai, as I was still working there. - Hello shijyj, Getting your PR card is O.K. It lets you back in. But if you got your Health, SIN card , a Diver's Licence, buying a car for future use, or a Home or a Condo will certianly give rise to residential ties. Who knows, the Canadian Government might conside if had you left and forgot to pick a pair of underwear for drying on a cloth...
Posted By: ftfl on 17 Jul 2007

General: Sick KHAN or compulsive behaviour
Started by: ashbamor on 15 Jul 2005

SALMAN KHAN...BOLLYWOOD'S NEW VILLAIN: ...r Desi Posts: 19 Location: Sine the past 10-15 years the mafia involvement has grown in bollywood from being financiers to actually launching movies and stars using benami names. It is also known that most of the bollywood top hero's and heroine's go to dubai etc at the mere drop of the hat and and give performances to please them. How the Bollywood producers are affording the mega budget movies and foreign locales is a known fact . Also the life of the glam dolls ( heroines ) is actually a sordid tale who are harrassed and exploited and yet there are innumerable young girls dreaming of a chance in Bollywood.. Easy victims .... - I have never devoted enough time to...
Posted By: STHIRU18 on 16 Jul 2005

Citizenship: My Proposal for an alternative Citizenship process to Canada
Started by: shankaracharya on 24 Feb 2006

...lable so that the local businesses can run without having shortage of skilled man power. Think about this - if you own a software company in Canada, how the hell will you ever be able to get the programmers you need if your plan is implemented? All programmers will either live in USA, UK or Dubai and would never set their foot on Canadian soil. Because for them, they get higher salaries and some may even use the Canadian citizenship as a fall back option if they can't get residency in USA or UK. Excuse me, the reason why Canada tries to get immigrants physically stay in this country are far more than just paying tax. Think about the money that is pumped into Canadian economy everytime...
Posted By: maple_asian on 24 Feb 2006

Wanted: New Electrical Engineering Graduate in need of employment
Started by: basanthmenon on 05 Jul 2010

Responses: ...Hey there! Thanks for the quick responses. Gopalpai, if you don't drink or smoke... I'm sure you at least eat right? In that case, a good dinner can be arranged, lol. As for being born in Canada... no, I wasn't born in Canada. I immigrated here in February 2006 with my parents who went back to Dubai where I did my schooling. I currently have permanent residency (recently applied for my citizenship). My parents however, came back to Canada to fulfill the requirements to renew their PR just about a year ago. By the grace of God, they're doing somewhat alright on the job front. I can't really explain why I haven't been getting a job apart from the fact that I'm only s...
Posted By: basanthmenon on 06 Jul 2010

Ask Immigration Expert: Security Clearances for canadian employment
Started by: venkatcan on 11 Apr 2006

...y spending 6 months in a country is deemed lived and worked). But in US even if you worked for 2-3 months its better to get the FBI clearance. Do not take chance on that one. you'll find some info here : http://ssi-iss.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/ssi-iss/personnel/enqut-scrnng-eng.html In your case , You will need clearance from India, Dubai and US. For US there will be excercise of sending them fingerprints on a form. US Security / FBI Clearance : Following is the instructions on obtain the check from the FBI web-site. ...
Posted By: san-hugo on 27 Aug 2011

Our Native Country!: MMS Selling India - in bits and pieces
Started by: Nightmare on 14 Mar 2010

... company for the Dubai-based conglomerate ETA Star Ascon, owned by the NRI tycoon Sayed Salahuddin, haling from Kilukarai in Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu. After questioning Swan’s (now known as Etisalat DB India) Shahid Balwa, the CBI had decided to question Sayed Salahuddin and sought clearance from a very senior official in the PMO. The NRI tycoon was visiting New Delhi between January 7 and 9 in connection with the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas celebration and it was during his stay in the Capital that the CBI wanted to grill him. But the agency sleuths were asked to stay away from Salahuddin till March 13, sources said, on the ground that he was the contractor for the new Legi...
Posted By: Nightmare on 25 Apr 2010

General: It Professional Recently moved to Edmonton,Alberta from India &finding jobs
Started by: karunsingh12 on 04 Oct 2017

...teachings or are you not even a good Indian? There is a difference between being an opportunist migrant worker and an immigrant. Think about it. I will explain in more detail in my next post. Immigrants are a very happy lot and making tons of cash. This is the land of plenty and milk and honey. It's way better than Dubai or any other place. India is good only if you are worth atleast 300crores and still have appetite for nonsense. Other wise it's Canada alll the way! We stand on guard for thee! ...
Posted By: raj1008 on 25 Nov 2017

Ask Immigration Expert: Calculation of number of days to maintain PR Status.
Started by: dorogero91 on 11 May 2013

...Here are the instructions to you STEP by STEP. - [quote][i]Originally posted by dorogero91[/i] PRTD was issued on 28 May 2013 by AbuDhabi and reached me on 3 june 2013. I am a minor (17.5 years)and could not reach Canada on 7 June 2013 to fulfill my 730 days requirement . I landed on 10/5/2010 and stayed in canada till 9 June 2010. I was a minor (14.5 years) when I was taken out of Canada by my Parents.My parents and brother were issued P R Cards but I had a problem with mine which needed a photo re take. T...
Posted By: Full House on 08 Jun 2013

Filmi Gupshup: Old Doordarshan Serials ! Your Pick ?
Started by: Ottawa_Nerd on 05 Mar 2004

...tle song was good too.... Ae zamaane tere ...saamne aa gaye ....is daur ke .. something...naujawaan aaa gaye..... subah ko kar salaam ..........:) 2 unforgettable and personal favorite serials were ' Phir wahi talaash ' ...... I recorded the complete series when it was telecast again and .... not so old... 'dastaan' on zee TV shot in Dubai...... wow those were the days... There was this 'Satya Ray Presents ' serial ??? in which ther was a very ghothic episode of Dr Sriram Lagoo living as a painter and as a new neighbour approaches him one day he discovers that all the paintings / portraits are of dead people ....... and this new neighbour's painting is also one of the recent ones.......
Posted By: Ottawa_Nerd on 10 Dec 2006

Life: Job prospects in Middle East for someone with Canadian Passport
Started by: icecube on 26 Jan 2009

Depends on your profession: ...ou have progressive experience in Canada + Cdn passport +partial Cdn Experience, you will get a very good salary. I hope you do know that money in the Gulf is Tax free + they give you free paid vacation for one month after 11 months of work +free airfare for self and family + free accomodation + free car and gas (all this for states other than UAE. In UAE you get a consolidated pay but with no exit / rentry visa restrcitions, you can even fly to India on a weekend and come back to work on a week day). At this point I must also say that many low level jobs also thrive in the Gulf when compared to Canada. Examples include Air ticketing agents, Lab Technicians, Receptionists, Logistics advisor...
Posted By: tamilkuravan on 26 Jan 2009

Just Landed: Finally Arrived.
Started by: Manjeet on 21 Apr 2004

...hire. At immigration office i was asked to produce all the cash and everything was counted. This was something i didn't expect as i had a draft which was over minimum requirement. I had to declare cause of law requirement. I had a bad image of Canadian Airport which happens to be better than i expected. Not much rush as compared to Dubai. It was raining and the temprature was around 3 degrees that was something which did put some low in my mood. I came out of the Airport and looked out for taxi. Since i didn't have any one to receive me i was looking out for "Prepaid Taxi" like in India but unfortunately i didn't see anything at Airport. I saw a taxi outside airport a...
Posted By: Manjeet on 22 Apr 2004

Moving Soon: Sunny Newcomer
Started by: Blackfoot on 01 Sep 2008

Thanks: ...things went smoothly. Now we need to settle down and start building our lives in this beautiful country. I and my wife are advertising and IT professionals in the business for the past 12 years. I have been running an advertising and marketing company in Dubai for the last eight years, and have a programming and implementation back office in India. We will be starting a branch of the same company here as well, and slowly Toronto will become the Head Office. We will be starting small, by recruiting one or two sales people with good presentation skills and a basic idea of advertising, web marketing and back end office support projects. We are open to all kinds of ideas, tie ups and support. O...
Posted By: Blackfoot on 04 Sep 2008

Our Native Country!: Hit them where it hurts
Started by: newboyo on 27 Nov 2008

	...abia and all the Middle Eastern State(s) when required and help in release of all the muslim hostages caught by Taliban in Afghanistan. . . . . . x).He will be awarded the Padmashri for his services to India and its foreign affair. The story goes on ............................................... & Nothing will change in India ! ... Posted By: Vandematram on 30 Nov 2008

Real Estate & Mortgages: Real Estate market
Started by: bombayduck62 on 20 Feb 2012

...e the money to the famous south east asian destinations. 4. Energy consumption is at the highest in India now ==> More gas ==> More import ==> more compromise on forex ==> further slide of INR.. 5. The foreign investors of RE could be one of the biggest losers in India now, Deja vu of Dubai, I'm smelling from my own circle now. Selling of RE might cause ripple effect, the con investors who buys real estate will also be busy to divert their funds to abroad to stash in $$ that would drive the real estate further down. 6. Why in the world our currency is doing the worst in whole Asia, worse than Cambodia, Sri Lanka (No offence), and our neighbors on top and Right .. ...
Posted By: JRF on 22 Jun 2012

Science & Technology: Indian Scientist hired out of India for USD280,000PA by SEAGATE Technology
Started by: Vandematram on 09 Mar 2010

	...he Swiss investment bank, hired exclusively from IIM-C. Temasek Holdings, the investment arm of the Singapore government, drew the largest number of its recruits from IIM-C compared to other B-schools in the country. So did Oliver Wyman, a US-based consulting firm, which hired IIM-C students for its offices in New York, London, Singapore and Dubai. ... Posted By: Vandematram on 09 Mar 2010