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27 Dec, 4 tweets, 2 min read
There are 6 time zones in Canada. For 2 people living in Canada, one person's good morning could be the other's good afternoon.....and that could be goodnight in Nigeria.

Adding that to newcomers trying to settle in, find jobs, adjust to the new system, etc...we can see the why.
11:00am in Vancouver is already 8:00pm in Nigeria. The person in Nigeria is already back from work using pepper soup to step down.

Imagine that person now expecting someone in Vancouver to stay on Whatsapp and be chatting or gisting over the phone.

Ni aro kutukutu ojo aje 😭
Even the person that is here as a student is trying to survive, hustle the next tuition or rent, or complete the assignments to keep his grades high and retain his/her scholarship.

And the assignments here dey choke... E be like thing wey you need to do to enter heaven 😭

Omo!
In summary, send money to your friends abroad (especially if they are international students), street dey rugged small.

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30 Dec
For those of us who do not have the family & friends to financially support our study abroad plan, scholarships are our go-to plan.

If Canada is your destination, these are 10 Canadian scholarships you should not miss every year

Applications are open now, apply pressure

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1) Uni of Saskatchewan International Dean's Scholarship bit.ly/2YTlaE1

Value: Up to $36,000 for Masters and $66,000 for PhD
Deadline: Nov 30 and Feb 1

FunFact: I got this directly from Nigeria, many international students are awarded yearly, you can get it too.
2) Uni of Saskatchewan Graduate Scholarship bit.ly/3hiTBNP

Value: $32,000 for Masters, $60,000 for PhD
Deadline: Feb yearly

3) Uni of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship bit.ly/2KuyDzC

Value: Up to $28,000 for Masters; $72,000 for PhD
Deadline: To Be Decided (TBD).
Read 8 tweets
25 Dec
These are Ten (10) Canadian Scholarships you should not miss every year as an international student

I am posting this for the people who have "Canadian White Christmas" on their to-do list for 2022, and will find time to submit an application this period.
olufemiloye.ca/ten-canadian-s…
If you are new to the application and study abroad process and don't even know how to start, this is a step-by-step process

You will find all the info on how to look for admissions and apply to schools in Canada here (you can use this for any country too) olufemiloye.ca/how-to-find-sc…
When you ask "how can I get a scholarship in Canada?", that would mean many different things.

There are different types of scholarships with different requirements, but this is how to find scholarships and pay for your study in Canada as a foreign student
olufemiloye.ca/how-to-find-sc…
Read 14 tweets
12 Dec
If you want to study in Canada but don’t know which school(s) to apply to, this is for you

Retweet & Reply this tweet with your program of interest & level of study

I’ll suggest schools to consider & available scholarships (if any)

Over to you to check requirements & apply!
Let's see how many I can respond to in the next hour or two. But if I don't get to you, these are additional helpful resources that can help your application.

How to find scholarships and pay for your study in Canada olufemiloye.ca/how-to-find-sc…
If you are new to the application and study abroad process and don't even know how to start, this is a step-by-step process (you can use this for any country too).

olufemiloye.ca/how-to-find-sc…
Read 15 tweets
18 Nov
If you’re looking for a country where you can easily get an admission, consider UK

If you’re looking for a country where you have better scholarship options, consider US

If you’re looking for a country where you have better chances of getting a foreign passport, consider Canada
If getting a scholarship is a big part of your study abroad plans, and getting one in Canada is looking elusive, you can work out a smart plan

Consider the US as a study destination, and work towards your Canadian Permanent Residence application from there.

That’s a smart plan.
In the UK, you will easily get an admission if you have your money. A low undergrad grade will also not be a barrier for Masters like in Canada.

And like the USA or any other country where you have a valid status, you can directly apply for Canadian permanent residence from UK.
Read 9 tweets
9 Sep
For those of us who do not have the family & friends to financially support our study abroad plan, scholarships are our go-to plan.

If Canada is your destination, these are 10 Canadian scholarships you should not miss every year

Applications are open now, apply pressure

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1) Uni of Saskatchewan International Dean's Scholarship bit.ly/2YTlaE1

Value: Up to $36,000 for Masters and $66,000 for PhD
Deadline: Nov 30 and Feb 1

FunFact: I got this directly from Nigeria, many international students are awarded yearly, you can get it too.
2) Uni of Saskatchewan Graduate Scholarship bit.ly/3hiTBNP

Value: $32,000 for Masters, $60,000 for PhD
Deadline: Feb yearly

3) Uni of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship bit.ly/2KuyDzC

Value: Up to $28,000 for Masters; $72,000 for PhD
Deadline: To Be Decided (TBD).
Read 8 tweets
18 Aug
How it started vs How it’s going.

This day 6 years ago, I came to Canada on a 2-year study permit

With $650 in my pocket, I had many questions in my head & high aspirations

I later became a permanent resident before the 2-year visa expired

…the rest like they say is history! ImageImage
I can’t believe I’ve spent up to 6 years in this country.

I also can’t believe I’ve spent just 6 years in this country...If you know what I mean

Everything looks so long, yet so short, but today is not for stories, it is for giving thanks

It’s been an amazing ride!

#Gratitude
No matter where you’re from, your dreams are valid!

And that’s what this country has done for many of us who came with 2 checked in bags and one carry on

Thank you Canada for the countless opportunities

We will continue to play our part to make the country better for everyone!
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