http://www.expatforum.com/expats/ The Canada Expats forum is a great place to meet other Expats now living in Canada. Join our Expat community and discuss all issues including living, working, kids, transportation, socialising, eating and buying houses in Canada. en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:18:15 GMT vBulletin 180 http://www.expatforum.com/expats/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.expatforum.com/expats/ http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33368-saskatoon.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:36:36 GMT Anybody had any success arriving in saskatoon and fortunate enough to pickup a job. And get work permit at border. I am talking about those jobs you... Anybody had any success arriving in saskatoon and fortunate enough to pickup a job. And get work permit at border. I am talking about those jobs you see on hrdc. ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada strength http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33368-saskatoon.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33287-moving-ireland-canada.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:27:20 GMT Hi, My husband and I and our two children, 6months and 3 years, have applied to move to Canada. We would love to hear from other Irish people... Hi,

My husband and I and our two children, 6months and 3 years, have applied to move to Canada.

We would love to hear from other Irish people on how they find Canada, where they settled, how things are going etc.

Thanks, ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada Aoife24 http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33287-moving-ireland-canada.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33179-immigrant-working-outside-canada.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:30:21 GMT Hi there,

Some of you may be able to help with these queries.

I'm currently trying to find out if it is possible to emigrate from the UK to Canada despite the fact that I won't be working there. I work in Saudi on a 2 on / 1 off basis so I would be out of the country for at least 8 months every year.
Would I be eligible for tax in Canada and if so how would it be assessed on overseas earnings? If not how would my childrens' schooling, family health-care, etc. be funded. Would I be allowed to buy a house in Canada?

I realise that this might be a little bit of a specialised subject, but any advice will be appreciated. ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada PaulJS http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33179-immigrant-working-outside-canada.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33151-citizenship-kids-before-we-go.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:57:26 GMT We have to apply for our two children to be citizens, we knew that they would be entitled to it but thought that we could do it once we were in... We have to apply for our two children to be citizens, we knew that they would be entitled to it but thought that we could do it once we were in Canada. I am British my husband a Canadian.
The problem is that we plan to go in April 2010 (5 months time) and have just found out that the process of citizenship currently takes between 12 and 15 months from the time it gets to Canada, back to the UK ect! The Canadian high commission here in the UK told us to send a letter with the application explain our intent to move our family there in 5 month stating that this may help speed the process. Is anyone familiar with this situation! anyone had experience with the process being faster because of you intend to move there soon, I would love to hear a yes but I feel doubtful, any advice would be much appreciated, can we move there while the application is being processed? Our children will be 2 and 4 when we move so they won’t yet be in school. ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada welshcanadian http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33151-citizenship-kids-before-we-go.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33150-citizenship-kids-before-we-go.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:54:39 GMT We have to apply for our two children to be citizens, we knew that they would be entitled to it but thought that we could do it once we were in... We have to apply for our two children to be citizens, we knew that they would be entitled to it but thought that we could do it once we were in Canada. I am British my husband a Canadian.
The problem is that we plan to go in April 2010 (5 months time) and have just found out that the process of citizenship currently takes between 12 and 15 months from the time it gets to Canada, back to the UK ect! The Canadian high commission here in the UK told us to send a letter with the application explain our intent to move our family there in 5 month stating that this may help speed the process. Is anyone familiar with this situation! anyone had experience with the process being faster because of you intend to move there soon, I would love to hear a yes but I feel doubtful, any advice would be much appreciated, can we move there while the application is being processed? Our children will be 2 and 4 when we move so they won’t yet be in school. ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada welshcanadian http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33150-citizenship-kids-before-we-go.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33004-driving-test-bc.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 09:36:00 GMT Hello there, I wonder if you good people can help me please? Our very good friends (also looking to migrate to Canada) have heard that when you... Hello there,

I wonder if you good people can help me please? Our very good friends (also looking to migrate to Canada) have heard that when you land to have your visa stamped, you have 90 days to take your driving test in order to gain a Canadian licence. Is this true? I don't doubt them but they were not too sure of this info themselves.

Thanks for your help. ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada BunskiBoo http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/33004-driving-test-bc.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32985-snow-skiing.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:01:04 GMT When is the best time to visit the Toronto area in the winter for snow skiing? Understand that there are some good small resorts north of Toronto. ... When is the best time to visit the Toronto area in the winter for snow skiing? Understand that there are some good small resorts north of Toronto.

Many thanks ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada tammy123 http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32985-snow-skiing.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32943-chance-move-kincardine.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:32:27 GMT I have just been offered a job in this area and we are trying to weigh up the pros and cons. Salary being offered is marginally more than UK salary... I have just been offered a job in this area and we are trying to weigh up the pros and cons. Salary being offered is marginally more than UK salary - but we will be better off? Any thoughts/advice on local schools would be apperciated too. Is Kincardine a good place to stay, or are there nicer places nearby?

Any indicative relocation costs would be helpful - company are offering $30k, but not sure how far this will go.

Thanks:) ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada Ann_der_roo http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32943-chance-move-kincardine.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32926-income-tax-rates.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:41:47 GMT Forgive me if this has been answered previously...
I note there are both Federal & Provincial tax rates on CRA website... Do you pay BOTH of these on your income??? This seems like you would be paying a VERY high tax rate.
:confused:
I thought Australians were taxed quite highly, but I've worked out how much tax you would pay on $50000 in BC (as an example) and Canada is substantially more (over $2000 extra in tax) if you are paying both.:(

I have been doing a lot of research, both my and my husband's job (college teacher & carpenter) are paid a LOT less in Canada if the advertised jobs are anything to go by. We don't have or really want a lavish lifestyle, however it does seem like it would so much more of a struggle.... I really love the country but I hope to be able to afford to get around and see some of it as well! ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada jazza161 http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32926-income-tax-rates.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32824-little-advise-please.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:02:40 GMT Hi all,my family and i are looking to move to canada,and would just like a little advise. Is it worth going down the road of using a immigration... Hi all,my family and i are looking to move to canada,and would just like a little advise.
Is it worth going down the road of using a immigration lawers?
Is my grandmothers sister and her family classed as a close relatives?
anybody got and thoughts on New Foundland as a place to move to?
thanks for your time:) ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada wigclare http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32824-little-advise-please.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32798-how-long-can-i-drive-my-licence-canada.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:35:58 GMT Before I start, I did a search and could'nt find anything related to this..

I will be coming from New Zealand to BC and was wondering how long do I have before I need to get a Canadian drivers licence?

I currently hold a full New Zealand licence (general motor vehicle) and may be staying in Canada for over a year. I went to the local transport authority here in New Zealand and she suspected my New Zealand licence may only be valid for up to a year in Canada but since it varies from country to country she could not give me a definitive answer. Can anyone help me out? thankyou. ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada timjon1 http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32798-how-long-can-i-drive-my-licence-canada.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32670-briton-looking-work-downtown.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:42:14 GMT I'm not sure if this is the right place so I apologize in advance if I've put this in the wrong category.

Hey, my name is Richard Williams. I'm a 24 year old Briton who has recently moved to Toronto on a 12 month working visa with BUNAC. Having been here a week and a half I'm finding it increasingly unedifying doing walk around resume drops as I'm finding Canadian employers excruciatingly slow getting in touch (I know its been a week and a half but I haven't had one single reply) and I don't like to nag people I've handed CV's into to see if they have looked at mine. I thought I'd give this a roll of the dice and see if there are any British expats hiring in the downtown area or any other Britons who have any job leads working in Toronto. I have experience in cafe's, bars, retail, night portering and waste disposal and I have an Ontario Smart Serve certificate.

Obviously I didn't come over expecting to fall into a job and I'm far from desperation right now but I felt it was time to get some feelers out into the wider community just to see what was out there. ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada amidst tundra http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32670-briton-looking-work-downtown.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32625-tv-work-canada.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:04:16 GMT Hi, I am a TV cameraman/director living in Ireland yet yearning to live somewhere less wet, corrupt and expensive with an outdoors lifestyle. I... Hi,

I am a TV cameraman/director living in Ireland yet yearning to live somewhere less wet, corrupt and expensive with an outdoors lifestyle. I believe Canada has a fantastic TV/Film industry. In Ireland i have already built up a very good reputation in this field but I am wondering where in Canada to go to for TV work? Plus what are the education system/rents/taxes like?

Any feedback most welcome. ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada irishstu http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32625-tv-work-canada.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32606-temp-work-visa.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:19:45 GMT Hello all, can anyone help?

I have just had my temporary work permit visa rejected because I don't have any proof of OEM training, can anyone tell me what that is?

Also if I can get all the required infomation and to cut down time, can I take all my stuff to a Canadian airport and apply at the border?

thanks

Gaz ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada bluegaz42 http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32606-temp-work-visa.html http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32570-engineering-driving.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:58:08 GMT Hi all, I am Spencer , I am 40 years old and want to move to Canada. I have cousins , aunties and Uncles living in Ontario around Toronto... Hi all,
I am Spencer , I am 40 years old and want to move to Canada.
I have cousins , aunties and Uncles living in Ontario around Toronto and I have Visited a couple of times and loved it.
I work in computer contolled machines in engineering.I work now at a structual steel company and have skills that would translate well to Canada I think,(Welding, HGV2 cnc machine, forklift licence etc).

Would I find it difficult to settle in and Around Toronto?
My wife would like to live in a more urban setting, for her office based employment.
So any comments would be gratefully recieved.

Cheers
Spencer And Tanya


:confused: ]]> Canada Expat Forum for Expats Living in Canada spencer787 http://www.expatforum.com/expats/canada-expat-forum-expats-living-canada/32570-engineering-driving.html