Finally!!!
1 year 4 months to get an interview, 8 months to appeal in court, and 1 year to get the visa.
My wife got an email with pick up instructions. We're doing the mail-in option.
Please provide two copies of your name, address and telephone number on separate labels or in the space provided below. If the delivery address is in China, please include the address in both English and Chinese. Note: This is the address that your passport will be returned to. No PO Boxes.
_____________
Subject: Visa is ready for pick up - B0572 87495
Date: Mon, 10 Jan 2011 12:27:19 +0800
From: re-canadaimmig.hkong@international.gc.ca
To: IWantMyWifeInCanada.blogspot.com
Dear Wife,
Please refer to the enclosed Visa Pick Up instruction.
Yours truly,
Immigration Section
Consulate General of Canada, Hong Kong
12/F., Tower 1, Exchange Square
8 Connaught Place
Hong Kong
Web Site : http//www.hongkong.gc.ca
email: hkong-im-enquiry@international.gc.ca
______________
Yep, I did my happy dance
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Medical Examination Redux
My wife got a letter for an update of her records. Every step seems to take 7 months!!
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Thursday, August 5, 2010
You Wouldn't Know
My wife says she wants to start her own business most likely to do with importing exporting clothing, next time I'm there we are going to Guangzhou to check out her source. Sounds good to me, if the Canadian government forces me to move out of here I can export goods with her (hardware I'm thinking), investing capital and creating wealth and prosperity in the Chinese economy.
I wonder if anyone from Canadian immigration has been separated from their wife for 3 years under Kafka.esque conditions.
Monday, August 2, 2010
Pre school
When we have kids, I'm sending them to pre-school. My wife doesn't want dogs are cats when the kids are young, a doctor over there told her it's not healthy for them.
from Wired
How Preschool Changes the Brain
We live in a world of scarce governmental resources, and they seem to be getter scarcer. This means it’s more important than ever to pick our public investments wisely. A new paper by Flavio Cunha, an economist at the University of Pennsylvania, and James Heckman, a Nobel Laureate at the University of Chicago, documents the wisdom of one particular kind of investment: Preschool.
While the economists cite a wide variety of research, their most impressive evidence consists of a few different studies that looked at the long-term effects of early childhood education. Let’s begin with the Perry Preschool Experiment, which consisted of 123 low income African-American children from Yspilanti, Michigan. (All the children had IQ scores between 75 and 85.) When the children were three years old, they were randomly assigned to either a treatment group, and given a high-quality preschool education, or to a control group, which received no preschool education at all. The subjects were then tracked over the ensuing decades, with the most recent analysis comparing the groups at the age of 40. The differences, even decades after the intervention, were stark: Adults assigned to the preschool program were 20 percent more likely to have graduated from high school and 19 percent less likely to have been arrested more than five times. They got much better grades, were more likely to remain married and were less dependent on welfare programs.
While the economists cite a wide variety of research, their most impressive evidence consists of a few different studies that looked at the long-term effects of early childhood education. Let’s begin with the Perry Preschool Experiment, which consisted of 123 low income African-American children from Yspilanti, Michigan. (All the children had IQ scores between 75 and 85.) When the children were three years old, they were randomly assigned to either a treatment group, and given a high-quality preschool education, or to a control group, which received no preschool education at all. The subjects were then tracked over the ensuing decades, with the most recent analysis comparing the groups at the age of 40. The differences, even decades after the intervention, were stark: Adults assigned to the preschool program were 20 percent more likely to have graduated from high school and 19 percent less likely to have been arrested more than five times. They got much better grades, were more likely to remain married and were less dependent on welfare programs.
Read More http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2010/07/how-preschool-changes-the-brain/#ixzz0vSs28wPD
Monday, July 19, 2010
我们的房子 Wǒmen de fángzi Our House
I love hearing my wife say "wǒmen de fángzi 我们的房子" it's got such a nice ring to it when she says it. She, like all other Chinese, knows only one thing, buy a house!!!! Never mind real estate in Canada is gonna grind lower for years (it's starting) but above is a picture across from my work (stalkers come and try to find me),
I stare at these everyday at work when I call her (and soak in some Vitamin D3)
I showed her the website, since it's in Chinese. Since she's a real estate agent she loves this kind of thing. She thinks condos are 'houses.' lol I'm in trouble if she gets here, I have to keep her away from Markham somehow.
I stare at these everyday at work when I call her (and soak in some Vitamin D3)
I showed her the website, since it's in Chinese. Since she's a real estate agent she loves this kind of thing. She thinks condos are 'houses.' lol I'm in trouble if she gets here, I have to keep her away from Markham somehow.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
What Can We Learn About Free Markets from the World Cup?
from http://www.caseyresearch.com/displayCdd.php?id=482
As Spain’s Andres Iniesta scored the deciding goal against the Netherlands, another World Cup has come to an end. The World Cup is always a magical time – especially for impoverished countries. Entirely backward nations such as Ghana can actually face and defeat teams like the United States. Some other surprise victories this year included Serbia over Germany, Mexico over France, and Uruguay triumphing over many all the way to fourth place. Anytime a second- or third-world country competes against a bigger opponent, I’m always rooting for the small guy. Victory means so much more for them.
Strangely, these outcomes aren’t extremely uncommon in soccer. But why do they happen? The first world dominates these countries in nearly everything. At first, one could explain the difference by the nature of the game. This is a physical sport, and hence no special requirements are necessary, such as infrastructure, education, etc. Sure, that’s a partial explanation. But there’s much more to it.
For one, soccer may be the most privatized industry in the world (outside some stadium subsidies). Even in the most regulated kleptocracies, no one can stop people from playing soccer. The rules and regulations are the same globally. Governments don’t get involved – in many cases, for their own good. Regulate any industry, but touch soccer and you’re asking for trouble. After all, dictators want circuses and bread – regulating circuses does them no good.
With government out of the way and a high demand for the sport internationally, countries around the world have developed very successful clubs and teams. Even the most backward nations will have amazing stadiums and organizations. The sport is a sacred right of the poorest nations.
Soccer doesn’t face the same restrictions as most industries in the third world. So, naturally the sport will prosper. But the game is also much freer internationally. Professional players essentially have a run of the world – no pun intended. They are perhaps the only class of people with truly open borders. Because soccer is such an important game worldwide, citizenships are often immediately granted to talented foreign players. If not a direct grant, the route to citizenship is always smoother. Would you like to be the immigration officer to deny Manchester United their next top goal scorer? I don’t think so.
Players from African countries and Eastern Europe are commonly recruited into the best teams of Germany, Italy, England, and Spain. Your birthplace is unimportant; only talent matters. This is a free market principle in a very pure form. After training with and playing against the best teams in the world, these players return to their home countries for the World Cup. It should be no surprise that they can compete with German, French, and Italian players. They play alongside them regularly.
The story for the average citizen in these countries is the exact opposite. The local industries have been regulated into oblivion. The government has its hands in every business and every pocket. To accumulate skills becomes almost pointless as the only reward will be government theft. And suppose that you wanted to take your talents somewhere else. International immigration laws will impede every step, regardless of talent and skill.
Even if one gets into a prosperous country, he will not be treated like an arriving champion. Instead, the locals will despise him for working harder, better, and cheaper – the complete opposite of the soccer star. With a kleptocracy at home and worldwide immigration obstacles, it’s no surprise that much of the world remains perpetually poor.
With freedom Ghana, Serbia, Kenya, or any country could compete with super-powers beyond soccer. Natural resources and the rest are only footnotes. Just look at Luxembourg and Switzerland as examples. The World Cup teaches us an important lesson: Give individuals the freedom to pursue their dreams, and they can rise to the top. No matter where they come from.
As Spain’s Andres Iniesta scored the deciding goal against the Netherlands, another World Cup has come to an end. The World Cup is always a magical time – especially for impoverished countries. Entirely backward nations such as Ghana can actually face and defeat teams like the United States. Some other surprise victories this year included Serbia over Germany, Mexico over France, and Uruguay triumphing over many all the way to fourth place. Anytime a second- or third-world country competes against a bigger opponent, I’m always rooting for the small guy. Victory means so much more for them.
Strangely, these outcomes aren’t extremely uncommon in soccer. But why do they happen? The first world dominates these countries in nearly everything. At first, one could explain the difference by the nature of the game. This is a physical sport, and hence no special requirements are necessary, such as infrastructure, education, etc. Sure, that’s a partial explanation. But there’s much more to it.
For one, soccer may be the most privatized industry in the world (outside some stadium subsidies). Even in the most regulated kleptocracies, no one can stop people from playing soccer. The rules and regulations are the same globally. Governments don’t get involved – in many cases, for their own good. Regulate any industry, but touch soccer and you’re asking for trouble. After all, dictators want circuses and bread – regulating circuses does them no good.
With government out of the way and a high demand for the sport internationally, countries around the world have developed very successful clubs and teams. Even the most backward nations will have amazing stadiums and organizations. The sport is a sacred right of the poorest nations.
Soccer doesn’t face the same restrictions as most industries in the third world. So, naturally the sport will prosper. But the game is also much freer internationally. Professional players essentially have a run of the world – no pun intended. They are perhaps the only class of people with truly open borders. Because soccer is such an important game worldwide, citizenships are often immediately granted to talented foreign players. If not a direct grant, the route to citizenship is always smoother. Would you like to be the immigration officer to deny Manchester United their next top goal scorer? I don’t think so.
Players from African countries and Eastern Europe are commonly recruited into the best teams of Germany, Italy, England, and Spain. Your birthplace is unimportant; only talent matters. This is a free market principle in a very pure form. After training with and playing against the best teams in the world, these players return to their home countries for the World Cup. It should be no surprise that they can compete with German, French, and Italian players. They play alongside them regularly.
The story for the average citizen in these countries is the exact opposite. The local industries have been regulated into oblivion. The government has its hands in every business and every pocket. To accumulate skills becomes almost pointless as the only reward will be government theft. And suppose that you wanted to take your talents somewhere else. International immigration laws will impede every step, regardless of talent and skill.
Even if one gets into a prosperous country, he will not be treated like an arriving champion. Instead, the locals will despise him for working harder, better, and cheaper – the complete opposite of the soccer star. With a kleptocracy at home and worldwide immigration obstacles, it’s no surprise that much of the world remains perpetually poor.
With freedom Ghana, Serbia, Kenya, or any country could compete with super-powers beyond soccer. Natural resources and the rest are only footnotes. Just look at Luxembourg and Switzerland as examples. The World Cup teaches us an important lesson: Give individuals the freedom to pursue their dreams, and they can rise to the top. No matter where they come from.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Wow A Human Response!!! from HK Consulate
I got a letter from the government...(in this pseudo-prison) *sigh*
It occured to me
The suckers had authority
Cold sweatin' as I dwell in my cell
How long has it been?
I sent a letter to the HK consulate on June 30th. I got this response....
*
RE: B053823921/FC1***6029-5743 - IWantMyWifeInCanada.blogspot.com - Permanent Residence in Canada
re-canadaimmig.hkong@internation al.gc.ca Add to contacts
To @Hotmail.com
From: re-canadaimmig.hkong@international.gc.ca
Sent: June 30, 2010 4:27:11 AM
To: @Hotmail.com
This is your new file number B057287495. File is in Officer's reviewing queue.
Thank you for your patience.
Immigration Section
Consulate General of Canada, Hong Kong
12/F., Tower 1
Exchange Square
8 Connaught Place
Hong Kong
web Site: http://www.hongkong.gc.ca
email: hkong-im-enquiry@international.gc.ca
_______________
This is the letter I sent.
Government of Canada
Canadian Consulate General
Immigration Section, Family Class Processing
12/F, One Exchange Square
8 Connaught Place, Central
Hong Kong
GPO Box 11142
June 30, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
I love my wife. I am not happy here
alone.
I don’t understand why it’s taking so long to process her visa. But I do understand that I am free to leave Canada, and have promised her that I would January 1st if no progress is made. This would not benefit Canada economically. I have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, produce in the manufacturing sector, carry no debt, and am a net saver. These savings will be used to purchase a house and taking debt, or to add to a pool of capital that can be used to fund new businesses and technologies, through the financial markets. My wife also has savings, our combined savings total over x,xxx,xxx RMB. This will be invested in the Canadian or Chinese economy depending on your action or inaction.
Furthermore, my wife and I will have children. Have you looked at HackerWatch.org? There’s a significant amount of activity that originates in China. I obviously can’t predict Black Swans, but if my children end up comprising your grand children’s Facebook accounts or are cyber proxies to the PLA I can point to a butterfly flapping its wings, it would be approximately now.
My children will fight for the land they are born on, and if they are born in China…well, whose army do you want my kids to join?
In closing I would like to wish you a Happy Canada Day! Because this could be my last.
Client ID 6029-5743
P.S. You are more than welcome to put this on file, I am posting this on my blog.
____________________
People keep telling me "She'll be here, don't worry." Easier said than done when she's freaking out because she misses me and doesn't give a f**k about coming to Canada in the first place just being with me, the officer didn't even ask her if she knew where Canada was before she met me...
I'm sick of being a patient boy.
It occured to me
The suckers had authority
Cold sweatin' as I dwell in my cell
How long has it been?
I sent a letter to the HK consulate on June 30th. I got this response....
*
RE: B053823921/FC1***6029-5743 - IWantMyWifeInCanada.blogspot.com - Permanent Residence in Canada
re-canadaimmig.hkong@internation al.gc.ca Add to contacts
To @Hotmail.com
From: re-canadaimmig.hkong@international.gc.ca
Sent: June 30, 2010 4:27:11 AM
To: @Hotmail.com
This is your new file number B057287495. File is in Officer's reviewing queue.
Thank you for your patience.
Immigration Section
Consulate General of Canada, Hong Kong
12/F., Tower 1
Exchange Square
8 Connaught Place
Hong Kong
web Site: http://www.hongkong.gc.ca
email: hkong-im-enquiry@international.gc.ca
_______________
This is the letter I sent.
Government of Canada
Canadian Consulate General
Immigration Section, Family Class Processing
12/F, One Exchange Square
8 Connaught Place, Central
Hong Kong
GPO Box 11142
June 30, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
I love my wife. I am not happy here
alone.
I don’t understand why it’s taking so long to process her visa. But I do understand that I am free to leave Canada, and have promised her that I would January 1st if no progress is made. This would not benefit Canada economically. I have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, produce in the manufacturing sector, carry no debt, and am a net saver. These savings will be used to purchase a house and taking debt, or to add to a pool of capital that can be used to fund new businesses and technologies, through the financial markets. My wife also has savings, our combined savings total over x,xxx,xxx RMB. This will be invested in the Canadian or Chinese economy depending on your action or inaction.
Furthermore, my wife and I will have children. Have you looked at HackerWatch.org? There’s a significant amount of activity that originates in China. I obviously can’t predict Black Swans, but if my children end up comprising your grand children’s Facebook accounts or are cyber proxies to the PLA I can point to a butterfly flapping its wings, it would be approximately now.
My children will fight for the land they are born on, and if they are born in China…well, whose army do you want my kids to join?
In closing I would like to wish you a Happy Canada Day! Because this could be my last.
Client ID 6029-5743
P.S. You are more than welcome to put this on file, I am posting this on my blog.
____________________
People keep telling me "She'll be here, don't worry." Easier said than done when she's freaking out because she misses me and doesn't give a f**k about coming to Canada in the first place just being with me, the officer didn't even ask her if she knew where Canada was before she met me...
I'm sick of being a patient boy.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Tic Tic Toc
Well it's now been 3 months and nothing from the consulate yet. I'm considering taking a teach-English-as-a-second-language course, then at the end of the year see ya. This is bullsh!t. I guess I'll send another email May 1st, but my wife just doesn't get it. I can't just storm the embassy|consulate and raise a ruckus.
Monday, March 15, 2010
March 15 - 3 months to reopen the case
I emailed the consultant I used, she told me that a case that won their appeal in November didn't receive notice from the HK consulate until February. Keerist!! So my wife should hear something in May.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
新年快乐!! - CNY bash
When my wife gets here there are a lot of clubs I want to show her. She will probably make friends and want to check out Asian stuff in north Toronto.
ADR Decision Letter
This is the letter informing HK to reopen my wife's file and give her a visa. I just notified them of her address change, she will have to get a medical again. Have to wait for that letter...
Thursday, January 21, 2010
VICTORY!!!
I went to the ADR Conference, and the officer decided to grant my wife a visa.
I was told they will send me the notification letter, then notify Hong Kong, then my wife will have to get another physical and submit that. She could be here in 6 months-ish.
I won't be updating this page daily any more, except for the last steps. But I will keep it up for others to reference.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Jan 20 - back in the TO
Back in Toronto.
Called my wife, I thought she'd be angry because only called her once when in the US. Stupid Wind Mobile wouldn't give me a roaming signal. f**kers. She explained to me that her Shenzhen number and ZMT number cost the same. I thought the ZMT# was cheaper.
She wants me to get ready for the ADR tomorrow.
I expect to be disappointed, that's ok I'll just move to China. All hell can't stop me.
Called my wife, I thought she'd be angry because only called her once when in the US. Stupid Wind Mobile wouldn't give me a roaming signal. f**kers. She explained to me that her Shenzhen number and ZMT number cost the same. I thought the ZMT# was cheaper.
She wants me to get ready for the ADR tomorrow.
I expect to be disappointed, that's ok I'll just move to China. All hell can't stop me.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Jan 17 - no younger girls allowed
talked to my wife. She asked about my Chinese class. She asked about my trip to the US. She asked if the teacher was younger, and the manager I'm traveling with. She told me "I don't like you and younger girl together".
I'm going to tell her I'm going to class not wearing any pants.
I'm going to tell her I'm going to class not wearing any pants.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Jan 16 - in bed again
talked to my wife briefly just before Mandarin class. I was at Seneca (I got a 'Wind Home' signal this time!!) so I told her it was just before class, I was at "dà xué" 大学 She told me she wants me to learn good Chinese.
Jan 15 - in Xingyi
talked to my wife. She was in Xingyi. I asked her why, she replied "No why!" lol
She also laughed because I asked her where she was, she was at the hotel and I commented that she liked it there because she could get a hot shower.
She also laughed because I asked her where she was, she was at the hotel and I commented that she liked it there because she could get a hot shower.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Jan 14 - "I now understand more"
talked to my wife today. After I explained and clarified to her that she couldn't be called next week at my ADR, she said "I now understand more." I was pretty impressed, it's the first grammatically correct english sentence she has said.
She had to go outside "wai mian" to where the one dog Xiao Hei (little black) sleeps to get a good signal. Her mother was listening so she couldn't kiss me goodbye. "Mother is here"
She had to go outside "wai mian" to where the one dog Xiao Hei (little black) sleeps to get a good signal. Her mother was listening so she couldn't kiss me goodbye. "Mother is here"
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
ADR Conference Notice and Guide
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Here below is the letter I received informing me of the ADR Conference. More later.
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