5 Reasons Your Express Entry Profile is INELIGIBLE (how to fix this) Your Canada Express Entry profile was ineligible, and you don't know why? You're not alone - this happens to thousands of applicants every month, but most ineligibility issues are fixable! In this comprehensive video, I reveal the 5 most common reasons why Express Entry profiles get flagged as "ineligible" and exactly how to fix each one. Whether it's NOC code mismatches, missing ECA credentials, or accidentally clicking the wrong answers, I'll walk you through every solution step-by-step. Watch this video completely and follow the checklist at the end. If you found this helpful, share it with other aspiring Canadian immigrants who might be struggling with the same issues. What You'll Learn: —------------------------------------------------ 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Reason #1: NOC Code Mismatch 01:36 - Marketing Coordinator Example Fix 04:00 - Reason #2: 67 FSW Points 04:56 - How to Calculate FSW Points 06:53 - Reason #3: ECA 09:06 - Reason #4: Wrong Answers 11:06 - Work While Studying Issues 13:29 - DLI Number Must Match 14:20 - Reason #5: Not Eligible Yet 15:20 - Alternative Immigration Pathways 16:26 - Bonus Point 16:52 - CLB Requirements Breakdown 18:04 - 387 vs 526 CRS Score Comparison 19:36 - Language Test Study Strategy 21:10 - Recreating Your Ineligible Profile 22:11 - Final Submission Checklist Step-by-Step Express Entry Profile Creation: —---------------------------------------------------------------------- https://youtu.be/KSvx4y4Bo9E?si=8IsxLY2c6u07Z9mw —---------------------------------------------------------------------- 📌Connect with us: —---------------------------------------------------------------------- 🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants 🔹Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants 🔹Blog: https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog 🔹Twitter(X): https://x.com/AsImmigrants —---------------------------------------------------------------------- #ExpressEntry #CanadaImmigration #ExpressEntryRejected #NOCCode #CanadaPR #ImmigrationCanada #ExpressEntryFix Legal Disclaimer We make every effort to ensure quality information is available on this website. The information we share is for general information purposes only and does not, in any way, assess nor confirm an individual’s eligibility for Canadian immigration. Nothing presented on this website, on our YouTube channel, or any other platform we own, is to be used as professional advice or to be used as a substitute for the advice of an immigration lawyer or consultant. Please seek advice from a qualified Canadian immigration Consultant and get appropriate professional advice specific to your situation before any action or decision is taken on the basis of any of the information we provide. ​​Our community does not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred by use of or reliance on the information we provide on this website, YouTube or any other platform we own. We assume no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information. Anything that is said and information appearing on this site reflect an expression of the personal views, experiences, research and opinions of the individuals speaking and have been prepared for the intended reference by interested individuals and is not intended to create an attorney/consultant-client communication. Kristina is not a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant. ---------------------------- LINKS YOU NEED! ---------------------------- 🔥 Join the Private Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course - https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3 🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultant https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant 📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about ------------------------------------------------------------- Channel Disclaimer in About Section. ;) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaUbAH_03R_3BWkOsr6Ky9Q/about #canadianimmigration #howtomovetocanada #usatocanada #jamaicatocanada #studyincanada #internationalstudent #expressentry #canadapr #canadavisa #kristinamcpherson #immigrationpathway #permanentresidency #canadiandream #movetocanada #jobsincanada #workincanada #cometocanada #beforeyouarriveincanada

Are you considering leaving Canada for better opportunities? This Nigerian engineer's journey from Lagos to Toronto to Silicon Valley reveals the hidden realities of Canadian immigration and why tech talent is fleeing north. Kelly Boy shares his complete 12-year immigration story - from emergency visa approval to permanent residency to Canadian citizenship - and explains his controversial decision to leave Canada for Silicon Valley. Discover the four critical factors that made him pack up and move south, plus his insider perspective on solving AI's biggest challenge: the energy crisis powering data centers. What You'll Learn: —------------------------------------------------ 00:00 - Intro 01:47 - Why Nigeria Led Kelly to Canada 07:19 - Express Entry Success Story 12:20 - Sponsoring Parents to Canada 14:00 - Co-op Programs 15:55 - Networking: The Career Game Changer 18:35 - The Decision to Leave Canada 28:42 - What Canada Could Do Better 33:36 - Biggest Career Advice 39:42 - New Life outside of Canada 43:00 - Final Advice for New Immigrants —---------------------------------------------------------------------- Step-by-Step Express Entry Profile Creation: —---------------------------------------------------------------------- https://youtu.be/KSvx4y4Bo9E?si=8IsxLY2c6u07Z9mw —---------------------------------------------------------------------- LINKS YOU NEED —---------------------------------------------------------------------- 🔥 Join the Private Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course - https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3 🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultant https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant 📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about —--------------------------------------------------------------------- 📌Connect with us: —---------------------------------------------------------------------- 🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants 🔹Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants 🔹Blog: https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog 🔹Twitter(X): https://x.com/AsImmigrants —---------------------------------------------------------------------- Share it with other aspiring Canadian immigrants who might be struggling with the same issues. #ImmigrationStories #SiliconValley #CanadianImmigration #TechCareers #AIIndustry #CareerDevelopment #expressentry Legal Disclaimer We make every effort to ensure quality information is available on this website. The information we share is for general information purposes only and does not, in any way, assess nor confirm an individual’s eligibility for Canadian immigration. Nothing presented on this website, on our YouTube channel, or any other platform we own, is to be used as professional advice or as a substitute for the advice of an immigration lawyer or consultant. Please seek advice from a qualified Canadian immigration Consultant and get appropriate professional advice specific to your situation before any action or decision is taken on the basis of any of the information we provide. ​​Our community does not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred by use of or reliance on the information we provide on this website, YouTube or any other platform we own. We assume no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information. Anything that is said and information appearing on this site reflects an expression of the personal views, experiences, research, and opinions of the individuals speaking and have been prepared for the intended reference by interested individuals and is not intended to create an attorney/consultant-client communication. Kristina is not a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant. ------------------------------------------------------------ Support Us -------- https://www.paypal.me/astoldbyCanadian ------------------------------------------------------------- Channel Disclaimer in About Section. ;) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaUbAH_03R_3BWkOsr6Ky9Q/about #canadianimmigration #howtomovetocanada #usatocanada #jamaicatocanada #studyincanada #internationalstudent #expressentry #canadapr #canadavisa #kristinamcpherson #immigrationpathway #permanentresidency #canadiandream #movetocanada #jobsincanada #workincanada #cometocanada #beforeyouarriveincanada

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What’s it really like to immigrate to Northern Ontario through the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) (Now RCIP)? In this episode of As Told By Canadian Immigrants, Edi Lopez shares how he moved from Mexico to Thunder Bay, and how RNIP transformed a temporary work permit into permanent residency for his entire family — in just six months. From preparing for RNIP to negotiating job offers and embracing the quiet beauty of rural Canada, this story offers an insider look at how the RCIP (Rural Community Immigration Pilot) (then RNIP) programs are changing immigrant journeys. If you're considering Canadian immigration to Northern Ontario, or exploring life outside the big cities, this episode is a must-watch. If this video was helpful to you please HIT THE LIKE BUTTON. THANKS FOR WATCHING - REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE! LINKS YOU NEED! 🔥 Join the Private Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course - https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3 🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultant https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant 📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about CHAPTERS 00:00 – The RNIP Surprise in Thunder Bay 01:05 – From Mexico to Marine Ops in Northern Ontario 04:31 – Why Canada? The Decision to Immigrate as a Family 06:00 – Job Search and Snowstorms: Landing Work in Thunder Bay 09:05 – Almost Left Thunder Bay for a Job in Toronto 12:03 – How We Got PR in Under 6 Months 18:08 – The Truth About Financial Readiness and Work Preparation 25:00 – Life in Thunder Bay: Family, Safety, and Natural Beauty ------------------------------------------------------------ HI! I'M SO GLAD YOU FOUND OUR CHANNEL! I HOPE YOU WILL STICK AROUND BECAUSE WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU AS A NEW SUBSCRIBER! HERE YOU CAN FIND TONS OF VIDEOS THAT INCLUDE IMMIGRANT EXPERIENCES, CANADIAN IMMIGRATION PROCESSES, CANADA COST OF LIVING AND MORE! 📌 Socials : INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants/ FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants/ BLOG - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog TWITTER (X) - https://twitter.com/AsImmigrants ----------------------------------------------------------- WATCH NEXT Cost Of Living video Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2NgyeSqfo4whW9Nf7GLFt_BfjOkVWNMx How To Move To Canada Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2NgyeSqfo4zNwOvVYIGhvWeDGCJ-G6F- Canadian Immigrant Stories - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2NgyeSqfo4wuN9oX4c_8h2UiTxU3Ztt8 ------------------------------------------------------------ Support Us -------- https://www.paypal.me/astoldbyCanadian ------------------------------------------------------------- Channel Disclaimer in About Section. ;) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaUbAH_03R_3BWkOsr6Ky9Q/about As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. #canadianimmigration #howtomovetocanada #usatocanada #jamaicatocanada #studyincanada #internationalstudent #expressentry #canadapr #canadavisa #kristinamcpherson #immigrationpathway #permanentresidency #canadiandream #movetocanada #jobsincanada #workincanada #cometocanada #beforeyouarriveincanada

In this episode, a licensed international student adviser from Durham College, DanDan Shi, and immigrant from China shares the experience-based truths about studying in Canada and moving to Canada - from document mistakes at the airport to the emotional toll of starting over. Whether you're just arriving or preparing to graduate, this is the insight you won’t hear on official websites. If this video was helpful to you please HIT THE LIKE BUTTON. THANKS FOR WATCHING - REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE! LINKS YOU NEED! 🔥 Join the Private Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course - https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3 🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultant https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant 📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about CHAPTERS 00:00 – Avoid Immigration Mistakes Before You Even Land 01:14 – What Does an International Student Adviser Really Do? 04:02 – What Immigration Support Do Colleges Actually Offer? 06:03 – The #1 Mistake Students Make at the Airport 09:01 – From China to Canada: Dandan’s Personal Immigration Story 11:20 – Adjusting to Life in Canada After Giving Up a Career 13:20 – Breaking Into the Canadian Job Market After School 14:48 – How Networking Can Change Everything for Newcomers 17:26 – Top 3 Practical Tips for International Students in Canada 21:10 – The One Thing She Wishes She Knew Before Coming to Canada 23:00 – Her Final Thoughts + A Gift from the Host Study in Canada tips, international student advisor Canada, immigration advice, study permit Canada, immigrant stories, Durham College, student visa tips, moving to Canada, Chinese immigrant story ------------------------------------------------------------ HI! I'M SO GLAD YOU FOUND OUR CHANNEL! I HOPE YOU WILL STICK AROUND BECAUSE WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU AS A NEW SUBSCRIBER! HERE YOU CAN FIND TONS OF VIDEOS THAT INCLUDE IMMIGRANT EXPERIENCES, CANADIAN IMMIGRATION PROCESSES, CANADA COST OF LIVING AND MORE! 📌 Socials : INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants/ FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants/ BLOG - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog TWITTER (X) - https://twitter.com/AsImmigrants ----------------------------------------------------------- WATCH NEXT Canadian Immigrant Stories - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2NgyeSqfo4wuN9oX4c_8h2UiTxU3Ztt8 ------------------------------------------------------------ Support Us -------- https://www.paypal.me/astoldbyCanadian ------------------------------------------------------------- Channel Disclaimer in About Section. ;) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaUbAH_03R_3BWkOsr6Ky9Q/about #canadianimmigration #howtomovetocanada #usatocanada #jamaicatocanada #studyincanada #internationalstudent #expressentry #canadapr #canadavisa #kristinamcpherson #immigrationpathway #permanentresidency #canadiandream #movetocanada #jobsincanada #workincanada #cometocanada #beforeyouarriveincanada #internationalstudentvisa #astoldbycanadianimmigrants

Can’t afford to study in Canada as an International Student? You’re not alone. In this episode of Our Immigration Stories, Cheta shares his real experience of arriving in Canada as an international student from Nigeria, realizing his one-year program wasn’t enough, and nearly losing his chance at permanent residency. With no money and time running out, he found a game-changing solution to fund a second program, and it changed everything. Wondering if you qualify for a Passage student loan to study in Canada? Check your eligibility Here - https://go.passage.com/landing?ref=ep6dcsa&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=partner2025&utm_content=kristina_cheta If this video was helpful to you please HIT THE LIKE BUTTON. THANKS FOR WATCHING - REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE! Passage Canada International Student Loan Success Story ----------- LINKS YOU NEED! 🔥 Join the Private Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course - https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3 🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultant https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant 📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about CHAPTERS 0:00 Caught off guard: What happens after a one-year program in Canada 2:53 Why He chose Canada – hopes, reality & what no one tells you 5:01 Wrong program, hard lessons – his first school experience 6:58 How He found a second chance with no money and no time left 10:03 Discovering the PSW program in Canada & getting approved 12:40 Beyond loans - Job search help & support 16:08 Life after school - job help, settlement & starting over 18:20 One thing I wish I knew before coming to Canada 22:01 Financial reality check – credit, taxes & long-term impact 24:04 Next steps + gratitude – what’s coming & thank you ------------------------------------------------------------ HI! I'M SO GLAD YOU FOUND OUR CHANNEL! I HOPE YOU WILL STICK AROUND BECAUSE WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU AS A NEW SUBSCRIBER! HERE YOU CAN FIND TONS OF VIDEOS THAT INCLUDE IMMIGRANT EXPERIENCES, CANADIAN IMMIGRATION PROCESSES, CANADA COST OF LIVING AND MORE! 📌 Socials : INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants/ FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants/ BLOG - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog TWITTER (X) - https://twitter.com/AsImmigrants ----------------------------------------------------------- WATCH NEXT Learn More About International Student Loans - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2NgyeSqfo4xPEXltMXKNkt_99-1uEksd ------------------------------------------------------------ Support Us -------- https://www.paypal.me/astoldbyCanadian ------------------------------------------------------------- Channel Disclaimer in About Section. ;) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaUbAH_03R_3BWkOsr6Ky9Q/about Some links in the description are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you use them — at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel! #canadianimmigration #howtomovetocanada #usatocanada #jamaicatocanada #studyincanada #internationalstudent #expressentry #canadapr #canadavisa #kristinamcpherson #immigrationpathway #permanentresidency #canadiandream #movetocanada #jobsincanada #workincanada #cometocanada #beforeyouarriveincanada

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Many Canadian immigrants chase the dream, a high-paying job, permanent residency, and success. But what happens when it all leads to burnout and unfulfillment? In this powerful episode of Our Immigration Stories - As Told by Canadian Immigrants, we sit down with @TobiDerin a Nigerian-born Canadian immigrant who did everything “right”, only to walk away from it all. 🎙️ Discover what led to her decision, how Canada’s immigration system shaped her path, and the financial strategies she used to build stability and freedom. Whether you're a temporary resident, international student, or PR navigating life in Canada, this conversation is FULL of insight, honesty, and strategy for thriving, not just surviving. If this video was helpful to you please HIT THE LIKE BUTTON. THANKS FOR WATCHING - REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE! LINKS YOU NEED! 📕 Get My Coloring Book https://www.uncoverself.com/shop 🔥 Join the Private Immigrant Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course - https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3 🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultant https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant 💡 LinkedIn - What You Wish You Knew Before Moving to Canada https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-i-wish-knew-before-moving-canada-kristina-mcpherson-pmp-b-arch-gfq8e 📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about CHAPTERS 00:00 - Leaving a $100K Job as a Canadian Immigrant - Why Tobi Walked Away 02:10 - The Hidden Pressures of Immigration and Chasing the Canadian Dream 06:45 - From International Student to PR: Tobi’s Immigration Journey 12:30 - Burnout, Delayed PR, and Post-Immigration Stress Disorder 17:20 - Choosing Fulfillment Over Security - Life After PR 21:00 - How Networking and Mentorship Landed Her Dream Job in Canada 25:00 - Why She Bought an Investment Property Instead of a Home 30:00 - Financial Literacy for Newcomers: Credit, Saving, and Investing in Canada 36:40 - Mindset Shifts: Building Wealth and Confidence as a Young Immigrant 40:00 - What Immigrants Wish They Knew Before Moving to Canada 44:40 - Final Advice: Thriving in Canada Without Burning Out ------------------------------------------------------------ HI! I'M SO GLAD YOU FOUND OUR CHANNEL! I HOPE YOU WILL STICK AROUND BECAUSE WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU AS A NEW SUBSCRIBER! HERE YOU CAN FIND TONS OF VIDEOS THAT INCLUDE IMMIGRANT EXPERIENCES, CANADIAN IMMIGRATION PROCESSES, CANADA COST OF LIVING AND MORE! 📌 Socials : INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants/ FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants/ BLOG - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog TWITTER (X) - https://twitter.com/AsImmigrants Follow Tobi on IG - instagram.com/tobi.derin or TIkTok - tiktok.com/@tobiderin ----------------------------------------------------------- WATCH NEXT Learn From Canadian Immigrant Stories - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2NgyeSqfo4wuN9oX4c_8h2UiTxU3Ztt8 ------------------------------------------------------------ Support Us -------- https://www.paypal.me/astoldbyCanadian ------------------------------------------------------------- Channel Disclaimer in About Section. ;) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaUbAH_03R_3BWkOsr6Ky9Q/about As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. #canadianimmigration #howtomovetocanada #usatocanada #jamaicatocanada #studyincanada #internationalstudent #expressentry #canadapr #canadavisa #kristinamcpherson #immigrationpathway #permanentresidency #canadiandream #movetocanada #jobsincanada #workincanada #cometocanada #beforeyouarriveincanada #burnout #6figureincome #hustle #hustleculture

Immigrating to Canada, starting a restaurant, and preserving Jamaican culture through food. In this Restaurant Week special, we sit down with Keith, owner of Scotthill Caribbean Cuisine in Toronto, to talk about building a life from scratch, navigating Canadian entrepreneurship, and cooking with purpose. This is Episode 3 of our 3-part series celebrating immigrant-owned restaurants across Canada in partnership with ByBlacks.com’s Restaurant Week (May 12–18). Come for the jerk chicken, stay for the wisdom. If you visit Scotthill Caribbean Cuisine after watching this video, make sure to tell Keith you saw it, he’s offering a special discount just for our viewers. 🍽️🇨🇦 Let him know you came through the channel! 📍 Scotthill Caribbean Cuisine, Toronto 🍽️ Authentic Jamaican flavors 💡 Immigrant business advice 🤝 Black-owned restaurant spotlight #JamaicanFoodToronto #ImmigrantStoriesCanada #BlackOwnedBusinessCanada #RestaurantWeekCanada #ScotthillCuisine #CanadianImmigration If this video was helpful to you please HIT THE LIKE BUTTON. THANKS FOR WATCHING - REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE! CHAPTERS 0:00 – Welcome & Jamaican Food Culture in Canada Intro to Restaurant Week, Scotthill Cuisine, and what makes Jamaican food special. 1:20 – Immigration Journey: From Beach in Jamaica to Canada How Keith came to Canada 4:00 – Entrepreneurial Path: From Encyclopedia Sales to Restaurant Owner His early jobs, starting a tech business, and how he transitioned to opening Scotthill. 8:00 – Jamaican Roots, Family Legacy & Building a Brand Why the restaurant is named “Scotthill,” 12:30 – Authentic Caribbean Flavors & Community Support Staying true to Jamaican flavors without compromising for Canadian palates 19:00 – Faith, Community & Lessons on Starting Over How he built a second family in Canada, maintained faith, and formed meaningful connections 24:00 – Restaurant Week, Representation & Being Intentional Why he participates in ByBlacks Restaurant Week, and the importance of supporting Black-owned businesses. 29:00 – Advice for Immigrants & Future Entrepreneurs ------------------------------------------------------------ HI! I'M SO GLAD YOU FOUND OUR CHANNEL! I HOPE YOU WILL STICK AROUND BECAUSE WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU AS A NEW SUBSCRIBER! HERE YOU CAN FIND TONS OF VIDEOS THAT INCLUDE IMMIGRANT EXPERIENCES, CANADIAN IMMIGRATION PROCESSES, CANADA COST OF LIVING AND MORE! ------------------------------------------------------------- Channel Disclaimer in About Section. ;) #canadianimmigration #howtomovetocanada #usatocanada #jamaicatocanada #studyincanada #internationalstudent #expressentry #canadapr #canadavisa #kristinamcpherson #immigrationpathway #permanentresidency #canadiandream #movetocanada #jobsincanada #workincanada #cometocanada #beforeyouarriveincanada #jerkchicken #jamaicanfoodmukbang