Evolve with Remi

Evolve with Remi From Naija to Canada 🇳🇬➡️🇨🇦 sharing everything I learn along the way. Funny stories, survival hacks, and real-life tips for newcomers.

Patience, you'll need a lot of it 🙂 IRCC starts teaching you before you even land.From getting the kids into school or d...
03/06/2026

Patience, you'll need a lot of it 🙂

IRCC starts teaching you before you even land.
From getting the kids into school or daycare, to settling in, building a career, networking… life in Canada moves on its own pace.

Some newcomers get everything running immediately. Some don’t and that’s okay.
The key is: stay patient, keep learning, and trust the process.
If you’re planning to move here start practicing patience now.If you’re already here, keep going. Everything will fall into place.

Follow along I’m sharing the real-life skills that make your Canadian journey easier in the next post.

03/05/2026

6 Life skills you must have before and after moving to Canada 🇨🇦

Skill 1: Research.
I came in as a PR and handled my process myself.
No agent, just research, digging, asking questions, and verifying information.That skill alone saved me money and reduced my landing shock.

Join groups, Telegram, Whatsapp, Nairaland. Check Canada immigration website, there are lots of info there to guide you. Get accurate information because It saves you a lot of tears and uncertainty in the long run.

In my next post, i'll be sharing skill 2 and this might surprise you🙂

The most difficult phase as a new immigrant in Canada isn't the paper work, it's starting over with kids in tow! Some da...
03/04/2026

The most difficult phase as a new immigrant in Canada isn't the paper work, it's starting over with kids in tow!

Some days, it feels like I’m carrying the weight of the world on my shoulders.Back home in Nigeria, there was always help. Family, friends, someone was always there for the kids, for advice, or just a little support.

Here? Everyone minds their own business. Not because they don’t care, they’re just busy with their own lives and suddenly, you realize you are on your own lol...

You’re figuring out:
• How to position yourself in the labor market
• How to understand a new system and a new culture.
• How to help your kids adjust while still keeping your own balance.

Everyone here is new but as a parent, the weight feels heavier and you really don’t want your kids to struggle settling in. Some days, it’s exhausting, and other days it’s overwhelming but step by step, I’m learning .

Every sunrise is a reminder that progress comes one small step at a time.I’m evolving, learning, growing and becoming the parent and professional I need to be not just for me, but for my kids.

I'll tell you this for free.If you have people around to help with your kids, or even a little support in your life here in Canada , you hit the jackpot.
Oh, I miss the days of being a child, sometimes I think adulthood is really a scam 😅

Have you ever felt the weight of starting over somewhere new? How did you cope? I’d love to hear your story.

Why saying ‘I don’t understand’ will save your life in Canada 😅.●One thing I’ve noticed as a newcomer in Canada: don’t b...
02/02/2026

Why saying ‘I don’t understand’ will save your life in Canada 😅.

●One thing I’ve noticed as a newcomer in Canada: don’t be afraid to ask questions.

●If you don’t understand something, speak up.

●If an appointment, deal or agreement doesn’t feel right, clarify or negotiate.

●Here, people expect you to take charge of your own understanding. It’s okay to ask for explanations.

Asking questions isn’t rude, it’s smart, and it helps you avoid unnecessary stress.

What’s one time asking a question saved you from a mistake? I’d love to hear!

🇨🇦 You don’t need an agent to apply for Canada PR through Express Entry!Everything can be done online, step by step from...
02/02/2026

🇨🇦 You don’t need an agent to apply for Canada PR through Express Entry!
Everything can be done online, step by step from getting your education assessed, taking your language test, to entering the Express Entry pool.

✅ You can do this yourself!
Key Steps in Short:

1️⃣ Education Assessment (ECA)
2️⃣ Language Test (IELTS or CELPIP)
3️⃣ Calculate CRS Score
4️⃣ Create Your Express Entry Profile → Enter the Pool

Learn more directly from: canada.ca/express-entry

🚫 Reminder: No agent needed — this is a public, online process anyone can follow.

I almost became a village girl in Canada 😂Back in Naija, crossing the road is basically survival training.Cars don’t slo...
01/31/2026

I almost became a village girl in Canada 😂

Back in Naija, crossing the road is basically survival training.Cars don’t slow down omo, if you’re not sharp, they might step on your leg! 😅

But here in Canada… drivers actually stop for you. I know, shocking, right?
So what do I do? I’m still running across the street like my life depends on it 😭

If you ever see me running when crossing the road here,just know it’s my Naija survival instinct still loading 🇳🇬➡️🇨🇦 😆

Who else still runs when crossing the road in Canada? Tell me I’m not alone 😅

Landing in Canada at night? we wouldn’t have survived without these angels 😳🤍 (Lola) spoke to the landlord on our behal...
01/31/2026

Landing in Canada at night? we wouldn’t have survived without these angels 😳🤍

(Lola) spoke to the landlord on our behalf and helped us secure our apartment before we arrived. He even kept it empty for us, God bless you Pastor GB. Beyond that, she got us a freezer and cartons of pepper, knowing pepper season would be over before we landed.

Honestly, experiencing that level of care from someone tells you a lot about their character and it’s the same care she brings into her work. If you’re in Calgary and you’re dealing with skin concerns like acne, hyperpigmentation, or you simply want healthy glowing skin, Lola is one of those people you’ll be glad you trusted.

Hannah got us a mattress before we landed and even surprised us with a full bag of groceries few days after our arrival.

Before we got home, and family had already prepared hot, steaming, delicious rice. They also got ekaabo si ile Canada groceries for us😃

To crown it up Lola's family and
hubby picked us up from the airport. We landed at night, ate well, and rested.

To everyone I mentioned here, thank you for showing up for us in ways we will never forget. You made our landing in Canada peaceful, and we are truly grateful. Our first night in Canada was memorable because of people like you.

This experience reminded me of something important:
Landing is easier when you land where you have people.

The power of community cannot be overemphasized. 🤍

👉 If you’ve relocated before (or you’re planning to), what helped you most when you landed?

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