I think a few of you might not know the steps for somebody coming to Canada. The Coles notes version:
- Somebody comes to Canada on a work permit. That is their status, work permit holder.
- After working in Canada for a few years, they can apply to be a permanent resident.
- After being a permanent resident for a few more years, they can apply to be a Canadian Citizen.
Once a citizen, that status is for life. However with either of the other statuses, you have no rights to re-enter Canada after a certain period of time.
However once you have a work permit you have a SIN, and can start applying for credit. Capital One is great for give anybody a secured M/C, and after a few months with that positive credit, you can easily apply for another card. I've actually used this method for several family members who were new to Canada- so they could establish good credit. I can see how it wouldn't be hard for somebody with good credit to be approved for a car.
As for health care and education, any legal resident of Alberta is eligible for both of those. Your status with the Federal gov't is not relevant; as long as you are here legally. And yes, before you come over you are required to pass certain medical tests.
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