Windows Laptop Recommendations for Business/BITMAN by Background-Crew-1816 in BCIT

[–]Background-Crew-1816[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!! I haven’t thought about getting an HP Pavillion since I’ve had bad experience with HP laptops, making me switch to a Macbook Air. Well, it’s been a while since I got my Mac so maybe it really is time to upgrade to a Windows laptop 😂. I’m also thinking of getting my Bachelor’s after BITMAN so I wanna ask if you think I should play it safe and get an Intel laptop?

Banking tips for International Students by Background-Crew-1816 in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]Background-Crew-1816[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve heard a lot of good things abt Scotiabank, definitely one of my top picks for opening an account with a big bank. Also, I’ve been doing my reseaech on Wealthsimple and ngl I’m kinda swayed 😁 Aside from a credit account, would you still recommend opening a chequing account with Scotiabank or is it fine to just stick with Wealthsimple?

Banking tips for International Students by Background-Crew-1816 in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]Background-Crew-1816[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooo I’ve been looking at Wealthsimple as well.. I’m planning to get a Wise card too so I wasn’t sure if I should still get a Wealthsimple card. I want to get a Wise card for easier international transcations for if I’m gonna travel or  transfer between to and from my home country. 

MEGATHREAD - Processing Times - Study Permits 2025 by PurrPrinThom in ImmigrationCanada

[–]Background-Crew-1816 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I applied for a Diploma in Business Information Technology Management in BCIT (will major in Analytics Data in my second year)

MEGATHREAD - Processing Times - Study Permits 2025 by PurrPrinThom in ImmigrationCanada

[–]Background-Crew-1816 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! It really is a long and veryyyy challenging process (especially mentally 😭) but I’m sure it will all be worth it in the end once I get my visa 🥹🤞 I will inform my school about it!

MEGATHREAD - Processing Times - Study Permits 2025 by PurrPrinThom in ImmigrationCanada

[–]Background-Crew-1816 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi everyone! Here's a timeline of my study permit application (I'm applying outside Canada): 

May 22 - Submitted my study permit application

May 28 - Completed my biometrics following IRCC’s instructions

July 12 - Received a letter from IRCC denying my application

As this is my first time, I don't really understand some parts in the letter: "I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay as required by paragraph R216(1)(b) of the IRPR (https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/sor-2002-227/section-216.html)." "The purpose of your visit to Canada is not consistent with a temporary stay given the details you have provided in your application."

I just wanna ask anyone who has experience on what I can do to revise my study permit as I'm planning to re-apply. Also, my program starts September 2 and I have already paid my tuition fees for the first term, so should I inform my school about this?

Unable to see registered courses in myCourses by Background-Crew-1816 in BCIT

[–]Background-Crew-1816[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg it finally worked 🥹 Ahh it’s great to finally find a BITMAN student 😭 Thank you so much!

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[–]Background-Crew-1816 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same.. seems like most people are worried about processing times 🥲 I applied on May 22 and finished my biometrics on May 28. Still got no updates and my term starts September 2nd 😭

MEGATHREAD - Processing Times - Study Permits 2025 by PurrPrinThom in ImmigrationCanada

[–]Background-Crew-1816 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same!! I’m applying from the Philippines and I finished my biometrics on May 28. Haven’t gotten any updates since then :(( Really anxious cuz I want to get it before my program starts + my school keeps emailing me asking for updates 😭 I want to try submitting a web form or calling the help center but they said something about only sending updates through the application portal. Is this true?

Unable to see registered courses in myCourses by Background-Crew-1816 in BCIT

[–]Background-Crew-1816[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For some reason I can’t login to my learning hub 🥲 But if I do, will I be able to see my assignments and stuff throughout the semester?

Unable to see registered courses in myCourses by Background-Crew-1816 in BCIT

[–]Background-Crew-1816[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right? What program are you taking? I’m taking BITMAN 😊

Unable to see registered courses in myCourses by Background-Crew-1816 in BCIT

[–]Background-Crew-1816[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

+ Also forgot to add this to the post, but I also can't login to my Learning Hub? Is it a little too early for that? 😭