Comments on: Questionable Live-In Caregiver Program Contract…..

By: Adobo Republic

Adobo Republic — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:18:28 +0000

@Bella, congratulations! See, now you’re visa ready. Sana ma-enjoy mo ang winter ng Canada. LOL.

By: bella

bella — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:27:31 +0000

Hi! I received my Medical Referral today. I took the speak test last December 19, 2012. Goodluck po sa mga nagiintay ng ST, MR and visa.. Malapit na din po sa inyo..
Godbless us everyone!

By: Adobo Republic

Adobo Republic — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:07:50 +0000

@Mye - I'm sorry, I have no idea what other requirements there are for the live-in caregiver program. But it would be a good idea to ask around from people who have already undergone the procedures. Goodluck.

By: mye

mye — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:51:50 +0000

just want to ask…after all the interviews in the LCP in Manila …is there a 4 days seminar that cost 8k? not even a visa or a notice that she passed the interview?

By: Adobo Republic

Adobo Republic — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 23:03:03 +0000

@Bella – if it is a requirement, then you must pass it before proceeding to the next level. If you have doubts, call the number the consulate gave you.

By: bella

bella — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:49:16 +0000

But ofcourse im not thinking of failing.. Im being positive. :-) Im just curious about that. :-)

By: bella

bella — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:48:23 +0000

yea i know. But still i’ll just wait. So Speak test is really a requirement? Is there any instance where in failed in speaktest but was able to have their medical?

By: Adobo Republic

Adobo Republic — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:46:19 +0000

@Bella – why would you be afraid of the result? It’s either pass or fail only, either way you’ll learn about it later – why not sooner?

By: bella

bella — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:31:09 +0000

Hi! I just want to ask are they really strict when it comes to the speak test? I had mine last Dec 19 and im still waiting for the letter from the embassy. I dont want to call the number that they gave me because im just afraid to know my score. Thankyou. :-) but i know God is always there to guide me on my application. :-)

By: Adobo Republic

Adobo Republic — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:25:39 +0000

Ask your employer to call the Philippine consulate to inquire. I don't think it's necessary to buy return tickets because you will have to stay in Canada longer than the ticket validity. Philippine Embassy in Ottawa number is 613-233-1121, Philippine Consulate in Toronto phone is 416-922-7181 and Philippine Consulate in Vancouver 604-685-1619. Goodluck.

By: gracey

gracey — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 13:25:52 +0000

Hi, Im still at the process of getting my OEC. My employer is asking if it’s necessary to purchase a two-way ticket? or one-way is ok??? Thanks!

By: Adobo Republic

Adobo Republic — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 01:05:08 +0000

@Vince – I don’t know the rules regarding employing a caregiver, so I cannot be sure what answer to give you. But if you lost your job, isn’t that enough “cause” to let go of your caregiver? I’m not really sure about that, but I just based it on my own thinking – better to inquire from a knowledgeable person. Hope you find a solution. Goodluck.

By: vince

vince — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:41:43 +0000

I have a question about one of the stipulations in the POLO addendum. What would happen if I terminate my employee without cause? e.g., Suppose I get laid off and can no longer afford a live-in caregiver so I lay her off? What if the caregiver complains that I’m in breach of contract? Likewise I don’t want to terminate with cause unless there’s truly “just cause” otherwise this may lead to a case of wrongful dismissal, right? Any advice?

By: Adobo Republic

Adobo Republic — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 04:13:16 +0000

@Katrina – if you’re still in Canada, have you tried getting the advice of a lawyer? Maybe they can help you find a way, if the order is still some time away.

By: katrina_khoc

katrina_khoc — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 01:04:02 +0000

Too bad for me so back to square 1, maybe I will call the canadian embassy in the philippines when i get back there,i’m still here in canada and will try to appeal what I am afraid of is they already sent me a letter that I must leave canada…anyway thanks for the reply.

By: Adobo Republic

Adobo Republic — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 22:27:43 +0000

@Katrina – my guess is you will have to go over from the beginning again since you already lost your status. Don’t worry too much because you been to Canada and I think you can pass this test.

By: katrina_khoc

katrina_khoc — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:15:55 +0000

Pls help some one who have an Idea….

I’ve been in canada for 2 yrs unfortunately I lost my status so I voluntaryly exit canada…I have a new employer and apply for LMO process in canada. My question is do i have to undergo speaktest again if I’m going to process my work permit in the philippines? thank you.

By: Adobo Republic

Adobo Republic — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 12:41:57 +0000

@Fred – I don’t know the exact answer and nobody can really give you any, but according to some people here in Toronto, anywhere between 6 months to a year. The discretion is on the officials of the Canadian Consulate in the Philippines.

By: FRED

FRED — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 05:25:38 +0000

Hi, I just finished my medical last August 16, and passed. How long does it take for the canada embassy to process it, and when can I hear from them for PPR? I am quite anxious and nervous with the waiting…thank you.

By: Adobo Republic

Adobo Republic — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 17:03:31 +0000

di kita masasagot sa inquiry mo, pero meron akong nabasa tungkol sa mga caregiver http://canadaimmigrationfacts.com/latest-changes-for-foreign-contract-worker-rules-to-canada/ punta ka dyan baka andyan ang kelangan mong sagot