OTHER IMMIGRATION SERVICES
TO HELP YOU ALONG
Recommended Vendors
At ICL Immigration Inc, we place great value on sharing pertinent information, resources and services with our clients and keeping them informed of a large array of other services that could enhance their immigration process, be it the starting steps, or be it help with finding a job, to finding services that help you when you land in Canada.
First Step Vendors
Police Clearances - Drivers History Reports etc
Postnet Pretoria CBD's location make them the go to choice to assist with South African Police Clearance applications as they walk out their own door and into the SAPS office that handles Police Clearances. The team on site are well versed with the application process, so let them assist you, whether you are a local, or an international. Postnet also facilitate getting those much needed Drivers History Letters for clients from RTMC.
Postnet Pretoria CBD
Shop 10, Bothongo Plaza West,
271 Francis Baard Street,
Pretoria, 0002
Tel: +27 12 322 2419 / +27 12 320 4346
Email: ptacbd@postnet.co.za
Immigration Medicals
Travel Doctor Corporate has been doing Canadian Immigration medicals for a very long time, and listed as Panel Physicians by IRCC, they know what is required and provide the necessary tests and reports speedily.
Travel Doctor Corporate (South Africa Only)
8th Floor, Firestation Rosebank, 16 Baker Street, Cnr of Bath Avenue Rosebank, Johannesburg, South Africa
Tel: +27 10 900 3013
Email: Info@TravelDocCorp.com
Website: https://www.traveldoccorp.com/canadian-immigration-medical-examination/
English Language Tests
An English Language test is a requirement of almost ALL Canadian immigration programs. The IELTS general Test is required explicitly for the immigration programs. British Council provide these tests in South Africa, and clients need to book and pay for their tests online. PREPARATION IS KEY for this test, as its results play a HUGE role in your eligibility and in your points scoring in the express entry pool. Do not go into this test unprepared.
Education Credential Assessments
An ECA (education credential assessment) or a Trade Certification is a requirement for the Immigration process. This is where you need to have your qualifications assessed in Canada, to ensure they are accepted, and equivalent to Canadian Qualifications. There are may ECA providers, but WES is the most prominent.
DIY Résumé Development and Optimization with REZI
One of the most difficult challenges of the immigration process is finding a job before your arrive. Not having the right tools in place to help you put your best foot forward and garner those much needed interviews or job offers, really leaves you behind the trend with the express entry pool growing week by week, meaning more and more people are looking for opportunities in Canada. You have to be better, you have to look better. The tools we provide below are modern, new age, cutting edge tools that empower you the applicant to take control of your resume and the job application process, which will ultimately yield the results you seek.
JOBSCAN Résumé Optimization & Job Search Tools
Many job seekers don’t get enough interviews even after applying for dozens of jobs. Why? Companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to search and filter resumes by keywords. Canada is a country that most certainly makes use of multiple different forms of ATS systems so having just one resume may not be the answer, as you need to be able to overcome the over 60 versions of ATS. This is why we have partnered with JOBSCAN, and why we think you you really consider using these tools to improve your strategies.
What is Jobscan?
Jobscan helps you optimize your resume for any job, highlighting the key experience and skills recruiters need to see.
Scan your resume. Many job seekers don't get enough interviews even after applying for dozens of jobs. Why? Companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to search and filter resumes by keywords
An all in one Jobsearch tool that provides the following functions:
Jobscan tools offer everything you need to save time and get more job interviews. Your resume is just the beginning!
Booking Biometrics Appointment - South Africa
As part of almost any immigration process, providing biometrics upon request is needed to satisfy visa requirements for Canada. Anyone over the age of 14 is required to provide biometrics. Once provided, biometrics are kept on record for 10 years by IRCC, and will not need to be redone if still within the 10 years since you last provided them. NB: All PR applications now require Biometrics to be redone, despite the 10 year ruling for Temp Residence Applications.
VFS Global is the only provider authorized to collect Biometric information in South Africa for Canadian visa applications and you need to book your appointment only once you receive a request to provide biometric data.
Other VFS Locations - Worldwide
As part of almost any immigration process, providing biometrics upon request is needed to satisfy visa requirements for Canada. Anyone over the age of 14 is required to provide biometrics. Once provided, biometrics are kept on record for 10 years by IRCC, and will not need to be redone if still within the 10 years since you last provided them. NB: All PR applications now require Biometrics to be redone, despite the 10 year ruling for Temp Residence Applications.
VFS Global is the only provider authorized to collect Biometric information for Canadian visa applications and you need to book your appointment only once you receive a request to provide biometric data.
Click the logo below to open the VFS Global page to find your nearest Canadian VFS Location
Alan Barber - Welcome Home - Realtor
A pillar of support in the Toronto Saffa community Alan has been instrumental in the assistance and support to many newcomers to Toronto, for those needing advice, airport shuttles, property rentals, and property sales. Alan understands that you are not familiar with the local scene, cold climate, school system or or set up utilities…
His team of experts know to provide the information that you’re not even thinking of asking, because they were once in your shoes as newcomers to Canada. With expert knowledge of the local environment, infrastructure, commute experience and many other need to know items come standard with their services.
If you’re not shipping your household contents, his team can set up the necessary creature comforts in your new home prior to your arrival to make it that much more welcoming on your first day.
Century 21 Dreams Inc
61 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville, Ontario, L6K 1C9
Tel: +1 416 817 7654
Auden O'Reilly - Edward Jones Investments
Edward Jones Investments is represented by Auden O'Reilly.
Auden's significant expertise as a licensed investment representative has enabled him to assist several Canadian and South African families in achieving financial stability and peace of mind via their investments. Along with investments, Auden's areas of emphasis include, portfolio management, estate planning, retirement planning, tax considerations, education planning, as well as asset management and protection.
Edward Jones Investments is a private Fortune 500 firm with over 100 years of expertise. With the support of a professionally trained team of specialists, Auden and his practice can create sophisticated, individually tailored solutions for their clients. Additionally, Edward Jones was voted #1 by these clientele for eight years and they are named the top brokerage in the 2021 Annual Wealth Management Advisors Survey!
Edward Jones is a member of IIROC, MFDA, CIPF and Auden is licensed in both securities and insurance throughout Canada.
Edward Jones Investments
22-3420 Rebecca St, Oakville, ON, L6L 6W2
Tel: +1 905 825 3751
Cell: +1 647 524 5422
Email: auden.oreilly@edwardjones.com
Website: https://www.edwardjones.ca/ca-en/financial-advisor/auden-o'reilly
Smooth Migration - Relocation Services
What came first the chicken or the egg or in a travellers sense the bank account or the residential address? Smooth Migration was born out of the frustrations of a few serial travellers who came across the same issues again and again whilst trying to get settled in new countries around the globe.
Smooth Migration currently covers Canada, the USA and the UK, with further expansion into countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Europe and South America in progress.
These services are aimed at those who don’t have access to years of local credit history in their new destination and in most cases are offered by vendors who were once in the same situation themselves.
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Personal global relocation services
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50 years, 5 continents and 100 countries of collective relocation experience
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A movement aimed at people aspiring to build a new life in a new country
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A global realtor locator and landing service provider
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Trusted service partnerships with market leading brands
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A relocation community built on shared experiences
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A trailblazer in the relocation arena
Smooth Migration Canada
Smooth Migration USA
Smooth Migration UK
Global HQ
5307 Victoria Drive #1011
Vancouver, BC, Canada, V5P 3V6
Email: info@smoothmigration.net
Enquiries: https://smoothmigration.ca/contact-us-ca/
United Kingdom - Satellite Office
16 Bournevale Road, Streatham, SW162BA
London, England
Email: info@smoothmigration.net
Enquiries: https://smoothmigration.ca/contact-us-uk/
Wealthstack - Financial Planning, Insurance, Tax-Residency
Financial Expert – Vincent Heys (Actuary at Wealthstack)
Are you planning on immigrating to Canada, or have you already landed in Canada and are feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of adjusting to a new country? We understand that immigrating can be daunting, especially when it comes to navigating new cultures, cities, schools, and important financial details such as insurance, investments, and tax residency.
At Wealthstack, we have first-hand experience in providing expert advice when it comes to financial goal setting and planning, accessing insurance and investment products and decisions relating to tax and tax-residency status. With over 25 years of financial services experience, Vincent Heys (Actuary) and his team will provide you with the necessary guidance and support to help you achieve financial stability and success in your new home.
Vincent Heys - Actuary
2115 South Service Road, Oakville, ON, L6L 5W2
Tel: +1 289 681 8411 or +27 21 141 3730
Website: https://wealthstack.ca/