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IELTS Academic vs IELTS General Training : How Different Are They?

Previously, I discussed how IELTS Academic works and shared my preparation strategy for achieving a high score. That test was a crucial step in my journey toward applying to Canadian universities. After earning my Master’s degree from Lakehead University, I took the IELTS General Training in June 2024 as part of my OINP application process and secured another strong score of 8.5.

Since many of you have asked for a detailed comparison between these two IELTS formats, I’m here to break down their key differences and help you understand which one suits your needs best!

How I got Bangladesh PCC from non-GTA Ontario, Canada

Obtaining a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) requires documentation from both your home country and any country lived in for over six months. The process can take 2-5 weeks. Steps include online applications, document mailing, tracking, and approval, and it’s crucial to act early for an effective application.

How I got PGWP & TRV from within Canada

I came into Canada as an international student in the Fall of 2022 to pursue an M.Sc. degree at Lakehead University. I completed it by the end of April 2024 and applied for PGWP (Post Graduation Work Permit) on May 8th. My application got approved exactly 3 months after that – on August 8th. Here’sContinue reading “How I got PGWP & TRV from within Canada”

Laapataa Ladies: A Sweet AF Movie for All Brown Girls

Almost always, I’m up for a Bollywood movie set in a small town, because these stories just hit me the right way, especially in their simple yet interesting storylines.

This movie was no different. In fact, it has earned a place in my all-time favorite feel-good movies’ list. Why exactly? Let me tell ya right now!

Baby Reindeer: A Surprisingly Heartbreaking Saga

I didn’t even know about the existence of this series, let alone making any plan to watch it. I was just browsing Netflix on a lazy Sunday and I stumbled upon it, after thinking the first few seconds of the trailer was quite interesting. I was ready for it to be a hit or aContinue reading “Baby Reindeer: A Surprisingly Heartbreaking Saga”