There are certain things you need to keep in mind once you earn the permanent residence status in Canada. 1) Definition of “Permanent Resident” First and foremost, being a permanent resident means you are a citizen from another country. Because you are a permanent resident, it implies that you have the right to live, study, […]
Requirements and Information on How to Sponsor Your Child or Spouse in UAE
If you are in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and want to sponsor your wife and/or child, you need to understand that there are certain requirements. To get the process done the right way, here are some details you should take note of: Required Documents To begin with, you need to provide original copies of […]
Tips and Tricks for Passing The IELTS Exam
Whether you are planning to work or study abroad, taking the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam should be one of your best preparations, especially if you are going to an English-speaking country. The IELTS exam is created in order to help assess the language abilities of candidates. It is also recognized by many […]
New Bill Seeks To Punish Parents Who Fail To Give Child Support
If this new bill filed by Manila Representative Rosena Ann Ocampo becomes a law, parents who fail or refuse to support a legal child without a reasonable cause can possibly face imprisonment. House Bill 6079 seeks to further establish Republic Act 9262 (Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004) in protecting legal children. […]
Application Process for Canada’s Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
The province of Manitoba in Canada has once again reopened the Skilled Worker Overseas Stream effective last April 30, 2015. With this comes the possibility for people to once again apply for the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). There are, however, some changes to the existing application process of the MPNP. If you are interested […]
How to Apply for TESDA Assessment and Certification (Regular Qualifications)
Kindly read carefully so that you can follow the procedure and requirements on how to apply for TESDA assessment and certification. Individuals who want to take advantage of the TESDA assessment and certification for regular qualifications should take note of the following information: For New Applicants: If you are a new applicant, your first step […]
Practical Parenting Tips For OFW Spouses
One of the harsh realities of working as an OFW is that a person will have to leave his or her family behind. This can be an overwhelming challenge not only for the OFW but most especially for the spouse who will single-handedly perform child-rearing duties. Although undeniably a difficult scenario, many have been successful […]
Old Philippine Banknotes Valid Only Until December 31, 2015
If you still have some old banknotes in your wallet, now may be a good time to use them. According to Diwa C. Guinigundo, Deputy Governor of Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the Philippine banknote series launched back in 1985 will only remain in circulation until the end of this year only. Next year, they […]
OWWA Recognizes Outstanding OFWs in Region 7
Although often labeled as modern heroes, most Overseas Filipino Workers do not receive any recognition for their efforts and sacrifices. Fortunately, there are award-giving bodies such as the Region 7 2015 Model OFW Family of the Year Award (MOFYA) by the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA). Recently, Homer Balais was awarded for the land-base category. […]
An Increasing Number of OFWs Are Taking TESDA’s On-Site Assessments
The new on-site assessment program by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has become a huge hit among Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) from different countries. The program officially rolled off in November 2014 and as of this writing, 512 OFWs have already been assessed and 385 of them have received certifications in their […]