For those fellas who are already in Canada .. what does this Canada Pension plan means ..

Is it equivalent to our EPF, where an amount is deducted every month and then can be withdraw after retirement?
Someone told me the government will provide an amount in addition to the normal monthly amount.

I am wondering if how long do you need to wait, if the employer recognize your work and say they want you, helping to convert work permit to PR?

I noticed that Vancouver is prone to potential earthquake .. in fact, there are daily tremors .. Not sure if it is true or not? Any one living can validate this? Eventhough it is in at EQ zone, I see a lot of people trying to migrate there .. is it really better than Australia?

Hmm .. Does this mean it is not good place to go?