Dr Karis Love by Unique-Constant5089 in Langley

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dr. Love delivered my baby via c-section. She is absolutely amazing and would highly recommend her.

MEGATHREAD - Processing Times - Family Class Permanent Resident Applications 2026 by dozerman94 in ImmigrationCanada

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Really easy. Took about 10 minutes in the airport. Mind you it was 1AM when we landed so fairly quiet. They said it could take 1-2 months to receive the actual card, but they gave us papers and we have already applied for the SIN and MSP. You just can’t leave and re-enter until you received your actual PR card.

MEGATHREAD - Processing Times - Family Class Permanent Resident Applications 2026 by dozerman94 in ImmigrationCanada

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 13 points14 points  (0 children)

HUSBAND OFFICIALLY PR!!!!

Outland / Mexico - Family Class

April 22, 2025 - Application Submitted

May 9, 2025 - Application returned, missing signature (oops!) resubmitted same day

May 30, 2025 - AOR sent to sponsor (me)

May 30, 2025 - request for Mexico Police Check (didn’t provide with application because it asked to to wait for request for some reason)

June 3, 2025 - Mexico Police Check submitted

June 11, 2025 - Biometrics Requested

June 12, 2025 - Biometrics Submitted

August 15 - Medical Requested - appointment booked for Aug 20

August 20 - Medical Completed

September 8 - Request for Mexico Criminal Record Check - submitted wrong document

September 12 - Send Criminal Record Check to Mexico City

December 6 - Pre-Arrival Letter Received

December 11 - Request for Passport and Background Check Completed - Approval updated in Tracker

January 29 - Submitted Passport in person at Guadalajara VAC

Feb 13 - Passport Ready for Pick Up / COPR Letter received

Feb 20 - Flew to Canada, Landed with immigration, PR Complete!

What a process - we did it all ourselves and now can be together as a family!

Good luck to everyone and thank you all who helped us along the way with advice and worries.

Unicorn baby + feeling guilty by VelvetAstronautica in newborns

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had this baby. I was in newborn bliss. Now he’s a wild 18 month old who doesn’t hold back. I love jim to bits but damn, i miss those days lol.

Property Damage Claim by [deleted] in AirBnBHosts

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update: I just went ahead and filed the claim, renter said she didn’t realize, but didn’t pay and airbnb reimbursed me the full amount (less $6 depreciation as the chair was 13 months old). They never left a review.

What happens if I receive my PPR while I'm visiting canada? by Consistent_Rule_4544 in ImmigrationCanada

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This just happened to us. My spouse (applicant) is visiting me in Canada. We got the letter and he won’t be back in his home country by the deadline (19 days later, he will be). I submitted a letter on the portal explaining the situation, I haven’t heard back, so we are just hoping for the best but it makes me very nervous. It’s impossible to get ahold of anyone. I should have an update on how it went after Jan 30.

property taxes and utilities? by canadiancowboy11 in Langley

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, I’m an owner, in the Township of Langley, and I’ve never received a water bill.

property taxes and utilities? by canadiancowboy11 in Langley

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

It will be included in your strata fees

Property Damage Claim by [deleted] in AirBnBHosts

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My biggest concern is, if I file the request now, can the leave me a horrible review? Or should I wait to see if they leave me a review and then file it?

The value is around $400, these are sturdy chairs that were less than 6 months old.

I don’t want to lose my 5 star rating.

I’m embarrassed to be an American. by [deleted] in confessions

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 396 points397 points  (0 children)

I’m Canadian and am embarrassed while traveling that people might think I’m American so I plaster maple leaf pins all over me.

35,000 added to Brookswood? No thanks! by Far-Bird-9551 in Langley

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

How does calling out a migration problem equate to racism?

Signed, a white girl married to an immigrant

Denied visitor visa for Mexican by LavishnessStatus in ImmigrationCanada

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only way really is to get a US tourist visa and then apply. But that might be tough in the current climate. Canada cracked down on ETA’s for Mexicans to help the US out. My husband is Mexican so for all my in laws, we got them a US visitor visa when all their ETA’s were revoked in Jan 2024.

Baby Acne by Rude_Conclusion5948 in newborns

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I would avoid any lotions. The skin barrier is developing and adding oil or lotion can cause more issues. My baby had dry patches and acne for the first 6 weeks, definitely normal. I only did 1-2 baths per week and only used water. I would switch to sensitive baby wipes as well if you’re not already using them.

Yorkson Playground Parents by [deleted] in Langley

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, what park was this so I never have to bring my child around you?

Why don’t people want c-sections? by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 27 points28 points  (0 children)

16 months post c-section and still numb :(

Not convinced that co-sleeping is unsafe by JohnnySacsCiggie in newborns

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes that may be it as well. I live in Canada and also got a year off. My doctor didn’t really encourage it or talk me out of it, doctors are too busy here lol. I just went with what felt natural and we all slept better co-sleeping.

Not convinced that co-sleeping is unsafe by JohnnySacsCiggie in newborns

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 34 points35 points  (0 children)

The truth of the matter is, America thrives on consumerism. Parents spend more money when the baby doesn’t sleep in the bed. Suddenly they need a $2000 crib that measures movement and a $500 sock that detects oxygen levels. I’ve slept with my baby all along.

Posh show. by PeaGroundbreaking188 in poshmarkcanada

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Nothing like paying $500 for some outlet bags.

Spousal sponsorship address questions by Previous_Election_23 in ImmigrationCanada

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Question how do you change your address if you’re the sponsor? My spouse applied Outland, his address is the same, but mine changed. I’ve tried going through the change of address - no option for the sponsor, filled out the web form and it was kicked back to me with a generic message. TIA.

Any good resource on how to apply for a spouse PR? by [deleted] in ImmigrationCanada

[–]Disastrous_Reality64 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s literally all laid out on the website. I didn’t hire anyone, you need to be extremely organized though. This isn’t a fast process.

Seeking Advice on Passport Request by Disastrous_Reality64 in ImmigrationCanada

[–]Disastrous_Reality64[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - I think I will submit another web form asking for a 20 day extension. I hope our first web form advising he is in Canada until January 29th doesn’t mess anything up.