Our first weekend of HOUSE HUNTING in Canada 🏠 | Basement or Condo?

This vlog is story of our first weekend in Canada where we went house-hunting and to the bank to open our accounts and get a credit card. We talk about the challenges and provide suggestions that would help you in your early days in Toronto / Canada.
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In this video we are sharing step by step process to apply for Canada PR via express entry. Watch the video till the end if you are looking for information on "how to get Canada PR", "how to move to Canada", "how to come to Canada" or "Canada PR cost and timelines"
We don't like immigration agents! We are a young couple who started their Canadian Immigration journey in 2018 and will be moving to Canada early 2020. Over the course of our application, we have seen so many people getting screwed over by greedy / fraudulent immigration consultants who promise you the world in exchange for thousands of dollars and deliver a whole lot of bullshit; to an extent that in many cases, the applications get rejected, due to their negligence.
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[@karanbalwani]

Your vlogs are always heart warming and endearing. God bless you.

[@seewkumarmahady7682]

Thanks a million guys for the little tips and tricks.

[@pritishgirish8932]

Hey Guys...My wife and I are in your same situation...we landed on the 15 th of this month....it's nice to see you guys post such valuable current information..

[@azeemkhwaja]

Great going guys!! I like the simplicity in your approach while crafting these videos. It’s a unique style making them so relatable. All the best and stay safe!!

[@Potatotalkies]

😍👍

[@ranumitra4820]

Thanks guys for sharing the survival tips & Information in almost all aspects. Personally I found the video's quite informative. Very helpful👍

[@SuperVanihba]

I am genuinely fond of you both! Lots of love. Hoping to be there soonest

[@thomsonozhukayil2797]

You guys are too good! Thank you for such detailed information yaar!

[@vikrantkulkarni1241]

I really appreciate that u guyz take out time to upload videos.

[@Potatotalkies]

Thank you 🙏💕

[@karanmehta1102]

Great job guys! Your videos are providing very good information.

[@Potatotalkies]

😃😍

[@anuragbakshi78]

Great going guys...... keep it up 👍🤗

[@monikachopra7425]

Thanks for ur videos n advices again. As u people are giving alot of information even a very very small informations. Which means alot. These videos are giving me attitude to stay positive for my immigration process

[@Potatotalkies]

😃👍

[@ashkris190286]

You do get Presto cards at Shoppers as well, just not at all shoppers store, select stores only....

[@theignited]

Your channel and videos are actually helping me reduce anxiety of shifting to a new place. Thanks a lot 😁

[@sheteg1]

@the ignited. Don’t worry you will do fine once you are settled. A big advice for you. Try to make Canadian friends. Will definitely aid in your transition and loneliness. Good luck 🤞

[@Status98105]

Very informative ✌️

[@ataur1786]

once again.... very informative and feasible expression...thanks for the videos.

[@Potatotalkies]

👍👍

[@shanayakapoor2864]

Very amazing video with informations

[@Sophiyaqaisar]

Great Job.. you are really honest to share all ur experiences including ur daily expenses as a fresh arriver. It's a great help for a layman. May God Help you with all ease ,comfort and great settlement in Canada. Seeing ur videos make me feel that I am personally struggling at all these stages to settle myself. Keep us motivating like this... And please keep sharing all the deep details as per ur convenience. God bless . Stay Safe and Healthy.

[@Potatotalkies]

Thank you 🙏💕

[@iramsayed7789]

Hey guys It's really nice to see, that you guys share so many information which is useful for the immigrants. All the best for your journey Hope to meet you guys soon

[@Potatotalkies]

Thank you 🙏💕

[@afshamohalkar8083]

You guys are awesome...will definately meet you once I reach thr.........

[@robinhood-xu7ym]

Nice to see you back again. Hope u find an apartment. Surrounding are beautiful . There is no much crowd in the streets and bus . Nice place. Any GOOD LUCK.

[@Potatotalkies]

Thank you 🙏💕

[@Codeytek]

Awesome guys. KEEP ROCKING 🎉🌟👍

[@Potatotalkies]

😍👍

[@chandralekharaj9725]

Thank you so much for detailed video ...

[@Potatotalkies]

😍👍

[@ideasadvertising]

Great One. Take care both.

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks 🙂

[@dhevatsobti]

Look at those subscribers grow! Loads of love

[@Potatotalkies]

😍❤

[@rekharastogi9068]

All the best !

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks

[@manglamdhawan6394]

Till now i have watched like thousands of video related to canada and information regarding the travel and today i landed up on your video somehow and watched it, and you guys made me to comment, so wanted to tell you that you explain things so easily and interestingly. Your content is very nice make me bound to watch full video till end.❤️❤️ And i wish you both a great, successful, Healthy life ahead in canada. Hope to see you guys soon in Canada. ❤️❤️

[@Potatotalkies]

Thank you so much ❤🤗 Means a lot... you made our day 😃

[@HarpreetSingh-wz9qr]

Best wishes to you guys for future endevours

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks 🙏🙇

[@buntysharma6134]

God bless you both

[@abdullmansori3511]

Thank you god bless u we are getting a lot of useful messages

[@Potatotalkies]

😃👍

[@talatbhattacharjee6226]

Very Nice video with informations!!

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks 🙏🙇

[@hardikhanda]

Make sure you register this Card online on Presto website, so that if you somehow lose the card, you can block it and transfer the entire amount into a new card. Comes handy, my wife has lost couple of times, so it has always come handy.

[@Potatotalkies]

Done 👍

[@coolrobee]

Love your video guys.. 👍👍

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks 🙏🙇

[@namita9031]

lots of layers guys fleece scarves thermals fleece lined gloves this is canadian cold and the wind chill makes it a killer take care

[@WallStreetWolf2024]

Can the Presto be linked to your credit card for automatic top up?

[@Cj-rq2qg]

Hi friends.. Welcome to Canada. Hope you are doing well.. Just to add we can also buy presto card from shoppers drug Mart.. please stay safe

[@Potatotalkies]

Great,thanks

[@rajeshjaiswal130]

All the best guys. I am too planning for PR. Will soon reach there. Your all videos are so informative. Keep it up.

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks! All the best 👍💯

[@aneesshaikh5961]

You can contact me on 8669035334 rk global visa consultants

[@sagardahije1432]

log kyu dislike karte h...wo sab bata rahe h jo unke sath ho rag h they e helping atleast appreciate them

[@Potatotalkies]

😃

[@kaurprincess2847]

Guys you are so sweet... Love you

[@ChetanSankhala]

If moving to canada. What you suggest for couple with 2kids? A. Move all together B. Move main applicant and settle with accommodation and job then bring family (dont know if its allowed as part of express entry)

[@sonuchopra5714]

Amazinggg✨👌✨

[@soumibhowmik5528]

So now when you had to use intarem, would you be getting that boost in credit score as you had mentioned earlier regarding wired transfer?? I will be doing this transact in around 15 days. If you could please clarify then I would prefer instarem

[@tarunahuja8027]

Guys, waiting for your next video.

[@Potatotalkies]

😃👍

[@vikaschayal4530]

Stay safe.. hope you guys get jobs very soon. ..Stay positive.👍🏼 Tough times do not last but tough people do!

[@Potatotalkies]

😃👍

[@TechiiDineshVlogs]

4:26 presto card are available throughout shoppers drug mart stores for $6 and no tax need to pay on that .Also there is one advantage in shoppers that minimum load amount is 5 cent which is very low as compared to stations 5 dollars #techiidineshvlogs Keep rocking 👏👏👏

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks for the info 👍👍

[@262shiv]

Bhot vadiya jiii, tuhade videos are very well explained and helpful. Highly motivating to start new life in kannedda

[@Potatotalkies]

😃👍

[@SD-qt4pd]

Markham is a good location compared to Etobicoke. As a new comer still its better to chose North York, Mid Town and Scarborough for better public transportation. In addition try to switch to another bank after you settle down(within 1 month after pandemic spread is controlled). Scotiabank wont benefit you much. Try Cibc or RBC. Good luck

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks for the tips 👍

[@himanjalisingh399]

Hi simran di and bhaiya, please make the video on short term courses with cheap plans .and at which age ?

[@beachnz8117]

Good information!! So in $1300 is Wi-Fi, water , power including .

[@Potatotalkies]

Yes, all inclusive

[@canadianroyalvloggers]

Love u bro keep it up

[@Potatotalkies]

🤗

[@kunaaldking]

Hello guys ... you guys are amazing . Doing a great job. I’m Kunaal staying in Toronto since 2 years and 6 months now. I stay with my wife. Many people would love you know how to buy property here in Canada. We have got our own condo and it’s been a year now. So I’m future you if plan to make a vdo on that pls let me know I can give you a lot of information. Lastly I would like to say keep up the great work and Simran Didi has an amazing screen presence 😀

[@Potatotalkies]

Thank you! Let's connect on Instagram or email me at [e-mail] if you can... would love to know more.

[@ssrking6497]

very nice guys 👍 and full enjoy life 👑🔥

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks 🙏🙇

[@sush8341]

Love your videos, appreciate all the hardwork and efforts that you put into making them.Thank you :) I have a question with regards to wire transfer.Do we need to convert the existing savings bank account in home country into a NRO/NRE account prior to moving to Canada inorder to proceed with wire transfer?

[@Potatotalkies]

Not mandatory unless you want to send money from canada to india in the short term.

[@sush8341]

@@Potatotalkies Thank you :)

[@SINGAPORE_A2Z]

Hee bro I am SHAMSHAD a S/W developer from New delhi.you guy's are sharing a great information for new commers. I am one among them.👍

[@Potatotalkies]

😃👍

[@SINGAPORE_A2Z]

Can you please share your contact number if possible.

[@sabarana2866]

MashaAllaha Beautiful couple God bless you

[@Potatotalkies]

😍

[@himanshusood2131]

Hi Guys! Firstly, thanks for sharing highly valuable information and helping us prepare for the steps upon landing in Canada. Did you guys open a common bank A/C or separate ones? Also, did you guys get both the credit cards (for both of you) against a common bank A/C?

[@Potatotalkies]

We opened separate bank accounts

[@kjrocks2007]

You can get Presto card at a Shoppers Drug mart as well. Also, recommend this Facebook group - Indians in Toronto.

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks 👍

[@aditipurao6718]

Did you guys even thought of going for CIBC instead of Scotia ? I’m confused as to for my GIC shall I opt for Scotia or CIBC?

[@Potatotalkies]

Both are good.

[@ParminderSingh-cm8ol]

Thax for ur reply..... Yes I have been teaching (mathematics) since 8 years and I have done BA and B.Ed both in #mathematics# but M.A in @English@.... So assesment of MA degree is worth for us......and one more thing could u suggest from where should I assess the degrees

[@Potatotalkies]

Go with ces

[@anniesachdeva6533]

Merko koi lena dena ni h Canada se na mujhe ana h na vasta.... But yaar i like the way uh ppl talk and maza aa ra h.... Keep vlogging..... Waiting for new videos 🎥 all the best for new things and hod bless uh both

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks so much 😍❤

[@ektashah726]

Nyc video u guys

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks 🙏🙇

[@dhrutishukla2772]

Hello guys... Work permit pe vaha aana easy h ya with family,direct PR entry pe Pls ans If possible pls make a detailed video on it.

[@ashishchandel2282]

Hi guys you are doing fantastic job, I love u guys great couple, I would definitely meet you once I come to Canada. Can you plzz guide or make video how to apply for canada tourist Visa. I wanted to visit PEI. Is it difficult to get tourist Visa, as I have no travelling history

[@Potatotalkies]

Hey, the process is quite simple and is available on official CIC website.

[@arshdeepkaur57]

Really like your videos... but can you tell what is the current situation is in canada for international students who wants to travel for may intake

[@Potatotalkies]

You should not come till things settle

[@chandrasekhar6010]

Waiting for appartment tour

[@Potatotalkies]

😃soon

[@mverma85]

Gr8 video guys, wanted to ask about Intrarem app that u told about money transfer, how it works and how much it costed you to Cher ur funds??

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks 🙏🙇 Pls watch our video on ways to transfer your money to Canada... It's on the channel... In season 4

[@kanikaaneja2352]

Very informative video. How is the job market in Canada right now in this COVID 19 situation?

[@Potatotalkies]

Will be making a video super soon 👍

[@syedaafroza1603]

Is it neccessary to stay in toronto?if someone want to live in saskatchewan.ll she take mobile n do bank work there?

[@Potatotalkies]

Sure. You can do that

[@javeriawaqas5118]

U can book airbnb before landing? And where did u land? How much money one should have to survive in first month atleast with baby as well.

[@Potatotalkies]

Yes wel booked an Airbnb in Toronto. We have made a video on our first month expenses, you can check that video

[@mahmadalimomin2502]

Very nice video good information mentioned thank you very much for your time and useful information regarding Canada ni life and fantastic all sightseen on road that's is fantastic great job done for the best information mentioned it is very important for newcomers and students and visitors all the videos after landing Canada so beautiful and fine each and every information tips shared with your sehduled time and daily program that is real information mentioned very hardworking done for the videos it is valuable to all the newscomers I like it very much because every information is very important and useful for all of us that's great job done thank you so much for all the videos

[@Potatotalkies]

🤗❤

[@amrendrathakur3716]

You guys opened two separate checking accounts? What are the monthly charges? Is there a cash deposit limit which pardons those charges? Why not RBC?

[@Potatotalkies]

1. Yes 2. No monthly charges for 1 year 3. 4000 dollars average balance 4. No big reason... I found scene rewards better

[@anildaita]

It’s important to register your presto online, so if in case you lose the card you can block it right away and not lose funds.. also try transit app..

[@Potatotalkies]

Yes, done that now 👍

[@gumansinghgurung3988]

I like your videos its really good and aap dono bohot cute couple ho..

[@Potatotalkies]

😃🤗

[@minakshesharma9703]

Plz make frequent videoes ..... 🙏👌👌

[@Potatotalkies]

😃👍

[@jaspreetgill600]

We were new last year...i donot furnish it much except bed ...and use things already in basement..though its old like a dining table total mismatch...coz in starting it waste lot of money...one sofa cum bed is good option..and tv stand....try to save as much money as you can in starting...even dont spend much money on clothes also...weather is always changing..and trends also...every two weeks new clothing is there in stores...first explore then purchase....better use big sales that will come in nov.. And dec...and moreover all depends on job....sometimes after few months people wish to change city....then so much things cant b carry...all depends on that place suits you....

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks 🙏🙇

[@jaspreetgill600]

Moreover summers mein bahut sales hoti second hand households ki that are in very good condition...especially furniture....join facebook marketplace......garage sales...value village also provide furniture....once i got a tv stand really in good condition for just 19$. Else it comes near 70$ and more...without car its difficult..save money and .better take a car that then spending on house decor n all....all the best...

[@jaspreetgill600]

Utilise this time for preparing g1 drive test..i download an app and study on it ...wen crona will go then give that test....

[@jaspreetgill600]

I am trying telling so much becoz i have done such mistakes...given G1 but not G2 ..i wanted to give in summer and due to such situation all plan fails and cant purchase car coz no licenceG2 and now its difficult...so its best to use this time ....wen summer will arrive you can prepare G2 road test.In winters its difficult..car is needed

[@himanshikhanna4752]

Hi I want to know that I'm having experience of 32 months in one Noc then I left job and did my full time MBA and having 6 months experience in another noc. First NOC was from skill A and later is from skill B. Will I get full marks for 3 years of foreign experience? Thank you

[@Potatotalkies]

Yes.. it shoukd be fine.

[@mikailhusain1897]

1. Did your 1300 CAD which was in Scotia bank’s International account got sent bank to your Indian bank, once it didn’t get credited to your Chequing account due to address mismatch? 2. Did you open account eventually with the cash you had carried?

[@Potatotalkies]

1. Yes 2. Yes

[@shabnamnahr5424]

Hi guys.. i wanted to ask u guys that how u decided where to stay in canada. As u both are un aware about ur respectv job locations. Plz make a video on how to decide abt in which province to reside

[@Potatotalkies]

That's why we got a month on month accomodation, so that we can move anytime we want to (once we get our jobs)

[@shabnamnahr5424]

Potato Talkies thnkew so much. U guys do amazing wrk👏🏻👏🏻

[@TajinderSingh-hk6pw]

Hey you both doing great work kindly let me know when to pay pnp fees of different provinces, means before or after pnp approval for all different provinces..... Hope you both will help. Thanks in advance

[@Potatotalkies]

After receiving invitation from PNPs

[@TajinderSingh-hk6pw]

@@Potatotalkies 🌹thanks

[@mushthaqrumy8909]

Thanks for the useful video guys. :) The best thing I like about your videos is that it is very informative and fun filled :) I have two questions. What is the preferred way to open bank accounts? What I meant is that, did you all open two separate accounts for both of you or one joint account for both of you? And did you all get two credit cards for the same account? TIA :)

[@Potatotalkies]

We opened two separate accounts for the both of us. Separate accounts therefore separate credit cards. When you go to the bank for opening account, you can ask them what are the benefits of joint vs separate

[@mushthaqrumy8909]

@@Potatotalkies - Thanks a lot :)

[@shahpalak4835]

Guys now its time to get a mic. Your channel is growing.

[@Potatotalkies]

😃👍

[@harmeetkukreja8750]

Maalko bahut vadhiya kaam karahe ho. Aapa saraya nu planning which help karhe ho

[@Potatotalkies]

😃😃

[@shaikhnaveedpasha3287]

Finally subcribed sir. Like navjot says video pasand aaya toh apne aap hi subscribe kar lenge, which i did. I am trying for PR as well hoping for best 👍

[@Potatotalkies]

😃👏

[@prernakhurana7404]

Hey guys.. we are also planning to land somewhere about june end. Saw In one of ur videos that you are from West Delhi. I am also from Paschim vihar. Hope to meet you in Canada soon. Ps. Your videos are very informative for a newcomer

[@jinsysam8691]

Is it possible to travel by June with the current situation

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks neighbour!

[@jinsysam8691]

@@Potatotalkies hi.do u think it's possible to travel by June or July to Canada from India with the current situation

[@TJadhav95]

scotia or bmo? 🤔 you mentioned about bmo in other video

[@Potatotalkies]

Both are good. Whatever works for you best in terms of offers and credit card.

[@ParminderSingh-cm8ol]

Hiii...thax for giving us info....via ur videos.. I want to ask u......about ECA...I have 3 degrees....B.A(DU 3years), B.Ed(GGSIPU 1year) and M.A(IGNOU 2years)..should I assess all degrees?

[@Potatotalkies]

If you are a teacher - then yes all degrees. Else, only BA ans MA from ces will be good

[@ParminderSingh-cm8ol]

Thax for ur reply..... Yes I have been teaching (mathematics) since 8 years and I have done BA and B.Ed both in #mathematics# but M.A in @English@.... So assesment of MA degree is worth for us......and one more thing could u suggest from where should I assess the degrees

[@iampoojarajput6004]

when vil Canada borders open?

[@Potatotalkies]

Not before July

[@krishmakhatiwada5496]

Can you tell us where are you staying till you haven't got your apartment?

[@Potatotalkies]

Downtown

[@rekhagoyal2075]

Hello ji.. Aap india me kahan se ho..

[@ashishjayaswal4094]

Hi Navjot, Once you landed Canada you were not having any rented home. So where did you stayed till you found your rented home.

[@ashishjayaswal4094]

Please make a video on this topic too once landing canada where one can reside till he/she finds rented property. As I am planning to come canada by my wife so eager to know how we will survive.

[@Potatotalkies]

We stayed in an airbnb for the first 18 days, to give us time to look for accomodation. We have a video on that too

[@ashishjayaswal4094]

Thank you very much for giving your valuable time from your busy schedule and replying on my query. One more query I have as I said earlier in my last query that I am planning to come with my wife so, is it important or necessary to give her IELTS or apply for ECA? As we are planning that we both will work there as she also carry Bachelor's degree. If possible please make one video considering that if anyone coming with their family or with his/her husband/wife then what steps should one take in that case.

[@tabassum1292]

how much chance getting marry there

[@hsdhariwal21]

👍

[@anwaarhaq5110]

Hello , just have query , after landed in canada , how we ll find our accommodation for few days . for me i don't know any one , who can help me there.

[@Potatotalkies]

You should book an Airbnb for a month...that will give you ample time to explore for apartment after your quarantine. You can find listings on jijiji, facebook marketplace

[@anwaarhaq5110]

Potato Talkies - Canada in 2014 I came to Dubai from India, I have struggled and settled over here, so now I'm feeling, I have 2nd phase ahead, let's see, I'm very beginner, just initiate my WES account, let's hope for best, I hope u guys help me out all the way to my journey. Especially thanks for Ebook, it's Bible for me.

[@shivvenugopalan6027]

Hi man, my WES results are out. It’s showing “bachelor degree (3 years) and bachelor’s degree (4 years)” They have considered by MBA as 4 years bachelors degree. Now Can I consider this result as 2 or more degrees ?

[@rameshbalasingh2017]

How come they consider your 4yr MBA program as 4yr degree program.

[@Potatotalkies]

Yes you can 👍

[@shivvenugopalan6027]

They considered my 2 years MBA program as 4 years graduation degree. It happens with many. Don’t know how they evaluate

[@preetnagpal4883]

Dear potato couple pl guide for investors visa i need to know for investors whole amount 600k $ all cash in account or property values include

[@Potatotalkies]

It can be cash or assets. But the property should be paid for and not on loan

[@aishaali22]

Why don’t you guys look at moving to Milton?

[@aishaali22]

Sorry just saw you finalized on a place in Markham! Good luck!

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks 🙏🙇

[@sharmahemant8898]

Bhaiya ek request hai aap dono microphone use kero voice kabhi kabhi bahut kam aati hai baki video no 1 hai

[@Potatotalkies]

Yes I know... Will improve the sound quality soon! 😃👍

[@ManojKumar-dk4sz]

Correction...presto card can be bought from shoppers drug mart

[@Potatotalkies]

Thanks 🙏🙇

[@Topazpm20]

One suggestion ... turn off the mirror setting on the selfie camera on the phone or whatever camera you use.. it shows things in reverse... a bit annoying. Great videos though.. wish you guys all the very best for your life in Canada.

[@Potatotalkies]

🙂👍

[@suniltrivedi2839]

🤝

[@AbdulRazzaq-mo8xm]

Can we carry our pet dog with us...bcoz he is our family member too...

[@Potatotalkies]

Hey, sorry - don't know. Please ask this question on ask kubeir FB group.