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Nova Scotia – Settle and Work


Obtaining a Canadian Immigration Visa is merely the first step in the migration process. Thus, Wow Immigration Services experts bring out the best way to settle down in the Nova Scotia region.



Post the receipt of the Canada’s immigration visa one has to enter into the nation within a specified period of time. Alternatively, an interview by Canadian Visa Officer may be required to receive permit to enter into Canada.

At Wow Immigration Services, you will be given a walkthrough about the documents and the Immigration process. You will further be guided about the interview at the Canadian Port of Entry.

Important factors during migration process

Once you get to Alberta provice, you must possess the necessary documents and the following-

  • A bank account of Alberta based bank
  • Driving licence
  • Social insurance number

Employment in Nova Scotia

To Work legally in Nova Scotia province, the following factors are important-

  • Social Insurance number (SIN) – For this forms are given to applicants upon arrival, or through Service Canada centre. visit: www.servicecanada.gc.ca/en/sc/sin for more details on SIN.
  • Assessment through Canadian Centre for International Credentials- Visit the website at: www.cicic.ca. A provincial level equivalence certificate is also mandatory.
  • For tradespersons – In order to work in trade, the trader certification is mandatory. For this process, help through Red Seal, a trade certification organisation can be sought at: www.red-seal.ca
  • Register with provincial regulatory organisation – where ever applicable.
  • Undertake a language class- if required, to improve English or French language

Note: Foreign workers must have temporary or permanent work visa.

Finance Requirements in Nova Scotia

Popular banks in Canada include the likes of Scotia Bank, Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), TD Canada Trust, National Bank of Canada, and Desjardins Bank.

Canadian Money

There has 100 cents in 1 Canadian dollar. 5 cents ($0.05) called the “nickel”, 25 cents ($0.25) called the “quarter”, 1 dollar ($1.00) called the “loonie”.

Bills are found in denominations of five dollars, ten dollars, twenty dollars, fifty dollars and one hundred dollars.

Education in Nova Scotia

Children under age of 16 years must be enrolled for school. Schooling begins at age four 18 years of age.

The public school system is generally divided into three levels:

  • Elementary,
  • Secondary
  • Post-Secondary
  • Academic year for all levels of education begins in September.
  • Standard holidays include Christmas and New Year’s holidays in December and a spring break in either March or April.

For complete details on higher education contact Wow Immigration Services experts.

Obtaining a Driver’s Licence in Nova Scotia

If you are leasing, or buying a car, you must have an official Nova Scotia driver’s licence. Contact for more information: www.novascotia.ca/sns/rmv/licence

Note: Every driver must have insurance. Contact insurance providers to become insured before you drive.

Housing – Nova Scotia

There are different housing options across Canada and it is best to rent a temporary apartment or hire a real estate agent to guide you. Such an agent will provide you with knowledgeable advice on the housing market.It is important that you take your place of work and finances into account before deciding on a home.

Types

  • Apartment buildings are multi-unit buildings owned by one person or company with rental options.
  • Studio apartments are one room with a kitchen and bathroom. These are best suited for single individual.
  • Larger apartments are designed for families. These have bedrooms and living spaces.
  • Suburbs provide good neighbourhoods, schools, shopping, and healthcare, all within close proximity to the amenities of the city.
  • Houses connected in a row are called as the townhouses or row houses.

The average living costs varies given size of family and location. Noteworthy- housing is more expensive in cities.

Pets

While renting a home or condominium, it is important that pets are allowed on the premises.