‘Tunde Omotoye

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[‘Tunde Omotoye @TundeTASH]

10 years ago today, I arrived Canada from Nigeria & life hasn’t been the same since then.

To those planning on travelling abroad this year or in the near future, come closer because things aren’t what they used to be.

Here are 10 key lessons I have learnt over the years abroad.

[‘Tunde Omotoye @TundeTASH]

No matter how anyone explains death to me, I don’t think I will ever understand it.

Rest peacefully, Madam Maryam Muritala. 🕊️

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@olumuyiwaayo Oloye. Where we Dey press finger for vote?

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@Lord_Impaler_7 Love the hair cut baba

[Travooly Immigration @TravoolyHQ]

A large bank deposit or bank statement doesn’t prove affordability:

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2021.

I started using Twitter to share resources as far back as 2018. Looking back, I’m grateful for the number of people who found a resource, scholarship or piece of information that helped shape their path.

Sometimes, one resource is all it takes to change someone’s life.

This is why I keep sharing.

[‘Tunde Omotoye @TundeTASH]

Student?

Looking for fully funded scholarships?

Here are '10 Fully Funded Scholarships' you should look at:

1. Chevening Scholarships (UK)
2. Erasmus+ (Europe)
3. Fulbright Scholarships (USA)
4. Santander Bank
5. Rotary Foundation Global Study Grants (Global)

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Your SOP should not copy your resume:

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@officialgbegbin @dblackigwe 😂😂 -10 but feels like -75 😂

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Congratulations to students whose study visas to Canada have been approved & will be starting school this fall - (September).

When you eventually land in Canada, some important things to note:

- As a student, you are allowed to work 24 hours per week.

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Also join this community as an African: https://t.co/ONiTbPbxUX

and follow @clan_centre

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- If you don't drive, check bus schedule before going out.

- Aside from the busy cities like Toronto etc., buses run every 30 mins on weekdays & every 1hr on weekends.

- Before buying textbooks, check with Lecturers if okay with you borrowing from Library rather than owning.

- If you can't afford the school residence, you can rent very close to the school.

- It is cheaper to cook than to eat out.
- Sobeys is a high-end grocery store for students. Try others.

- Connect with students from the prior year for course tips.

- Ask questions a lot in class.

- Mix with students from other backgrounds to learn and understand other's perspectives.

- Research how to be successful in your course of study.

- Research what certification is relevant to your field in Canada.

- Mix with other African/Ethnicity students to reduce nostalgia.

- Be mindful of your study permit expiry date and when to apply for an extension.

- It is never too early to start reading about the process of PR, because you might be eligible.

- The International Office in school is your first stop for questions & concerns relating to course.

- Be mindful of 'Them-Say-Them-Say'. Be sure to request the source of an info to read it in black and white.

- Remember the daughter/son of whom you are.

- Don’t get carried away by infrastructure or because the system works.

- Distinction is not a bad idea. 🤷🏿‍♂️

- Get your G1/G2/G licenses as soon as possible.

- If you are particular about meeting Nigerians, there is most likely a church /mosque in your city where you can network in that regard.

- If you can, as a student, have only 1 credit card. You can use it to build credit history.

- Look for banks that have account perks for newcomers/students.

- Don't call Nigeria directly with your local Network if you aren't sure of the call rate.

- Look up your school website to see if there are awards/scholarships available for international students after school.

- If you need to extend your passport, the Nigerian High Commission is in Ottawa but call them because of the lockdown.

- Register with a local job agency to ease your part-time job search while schooling.
- It is cheaper to fly outside Canada than within Canada.

- Punctuality is key. Try to adjust as soon as you can.

- School is very important, but remember to live too. Explore your city and neighboring cities.

- There’s most likely a chapter/association for professionals in your field. Try to be a member of such.

- Get your resume reviewed to a Canadian format.

- Create a profile on https://t.co/RxCYgZVQIo. Never too early to see what the labour market looks like.

- Your Social Insurance Number (SIN) should never be given to anyone other than Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or your employer.

- You can get a provincial ID Card as a means of identification so you don’t need to have your international passport with you at all times.

- You should also get your school ID card.

- Check your school tuition breakdown to see if there are any health benefits entitled to you.

- When winter starts, please get a very good winter jacket, winter boots, & have your gloves with you at all times.

Again, it isn’t too early to start reading about the Express Entry program as a student. In many cases, eligible students begin the process early.

All the best.

[‘Tunde Omotoye @TundeTASH]

And you were indeed different!

Five years later, you’re now doing your PhD in Philadelphia. Look how far “my case is different” has come! 👏🏾👏🏾

Thanks for not giving up on the search for resources that could change everything.

[Amaka Peace Chiemezie @Ahmypeace]

@Amarachitweets @TundeTASH My case is different

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This too! Very important.

[Igwe @dblackigwe]

@TundeTASH Make sure you have weather app too. It’s getting chilly already especially on the west coast.

[CLAN @clan_centre]

Canada is investing $500M to expand its Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative.
But what does that actually mean for Canadian SMEs?

Here’s the simple version....👇

[‘Tunde Omotoye @TundeTASH]

👇🏾

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Check your AI exposure score here:

https://t.co/Gu78KPWrRy

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There’s a tool that helps you understand which parts of your work may be affected by AI.

Have you checked your AI exposure score?

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Check your AI exposure score here:

https://t.co/Gu78KPWrRy

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Love it!

Check your score here:

https://t.co/Gu78KPWrRy

[‘Tunde Omotoye @TundeTASH]

There’s a tool that helps you understand which parts of your work may be affected by AI.

Have you checked your AI exposure score?

[Temitayo O. Esq @Tbabz__]

They’ve started witch hunting Nigerians. It’s only a matter of time before it becomes popular

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@Princeoce So sorry about the loss

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Heard many great things about Rotimi Tijani and the work he’s doing at DMZ to support Black founders. Glad he is getting his flowers.

[CLAN @clan_centre]

From developing e-commerce ventures in Nigeria to supporting Black founders through DMZ, Rotimi Tijani is helping entrepreneurs transform ambitious ideas into scalable companies.

He is building what’s next.

[CLAN @clan_centre]

From developing e-commerce ventures in Nigeria to supporting Black founders through DMZ, Rotimi Tijani is helping entrepreneurs transform ambitious ideas into scalable companies.

He is building what’s next.