Advice on Calgary in general?
Mar 9th 2011 | 9:19 am
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Mar 9th 2011 | 9:23 am
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Re: Advice on Calgary in general?
Mazianne, don't get down. It's bloody depressing. I've just gone through a whole heap of that. The problem is you get fed up and then it just gets worse, all of your enthusiasm evaporates. You've moved there and that's taken a huge amount of effort and energy. You will get through this bit, it's just yet another bloody hurdle to be jumped over. Hang on in, and explore the possibility of Calgary. Best of luck.
Mar 9th 2011 | 9:45 am
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Re: Advice on Calgary in general?
'and I think this may be because Canadians tend to be a bit more narrow-minded in their way of thinking. '
Yes, totally agree with that statement.
From experience I can say that Edmonton and Calgary job markets are good at the moment. Found employment from the UK in Edmonton in 2009, and in the same year received an offer from Calgary. After my first contract finished, moved straight to another permanent job with a different company. My wife too.
My current boss tried hiring for a post last year, and two candidates turned the offer down cause they had found something better elsewhere. Albertans really tend to be a bit averse to foreigners though. I don't think they understand why we are here. I don't want to create false expectations, but I think that if you have good qualifications it should not be hard to find a job in AB. Edmonton may not be a city of your dreams, but if work is your priority probably worth giving a go.
Yes, totally agree with that statement.
From experience I can say that Edmonton and Calgary job markets are good at the moment. Found employment from the UK in Edmonton in 2009, and in the same year received an offer from Calgary. After my first contract finished, moved straight to another permanent job with a different company. My wife too.
My current boss tried hiring for a post last year, and two candidates turned the offer down cause they had found something better elsewhere. Albertans really tend to be a bit averse to foreigners though. I don't think they understand why we are here. I don't want to create false expectations, but I think that if you have good qualifications it should not be hard to find a job in AB. Edmonton may not be a city of your dreams, but if work is your priority probably worth giving a go.
Mar 18th 2011 | 11:06 am
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Re: Advice on Calgary in general?
I have applied for a few via Agencies but no joy with them!
I am from Ireland and have done 3 of the required 6 so far, they are called CIP at home & here but have been told they are non transferable but I have the principals of insurance and 5 years experience in auto / property behind it.
Yes I know AON we have them in Dublin also! That would be great & if you hear of any vacancies going before they are advertised let me know!
Thanks a mil!
I am from Ireland and have done 3 of the required 6 so far, they are called CIP at home & here but have been told they are non transferable but I have the principals of insurance and 5 years experience in auto / property behind it.
Yes I know AON we have them in Dublin also! That would be great & if you hear of any vacancies going before they are advertised let me know!
Thanks a mil!
I work for RSA Insurance as a claims manager, we have offices in Van and Calgary, they are very open to people from the UK, my boss is actually from the Irish business, I am in nova scotia, but we regularly have postings across the country, is you background in underwriting or claims, I am claims girl
I started the Canadian CIP course whilst still in the UK and are finishing them off here, being paid for by the company(as long as you pass!).
Send me your resume if you like, can pass it on to the relevant area.
Mar 19th 2011 | 11:15 am
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Re: Advice on Calgary in general?
Hey,
We're a couple who moved to Vancouver over a month ago and still no prospects of a job so we've decided to move to Calgary instead.
Can anyone shed some light on the job situation there in say office, admin type employment as the employers seem to drag their heels a lot when it comes to a simple yes or no answer.Can get quite irritating!
We're a couple who moved to Vancouver over a month ago and still no prospects of a job so we've decided to move to Calgary instead.
Can anyone shed some light on the job situation there in say office, admin type employment as the employers seem to drag their heels a lot when it comes to a simple yes or no answer.Can get quite irritating!
hope this helps yu
Mar 19th 2011 | 11:21 am
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Re: Advice on Calgary in general?
Have been in calgary 16 yrs/ Job market is pretty boyant. Get on the web and just type in yr field of work you're seeking. Be warned, there are two economies in Calgary. Those in the Oil & Gas industry (and normally highly paid), and the rest of us with a big void between. Lots of good employment agencies in Calgary- but some can be specialised- so you need to do your homework. One other warning. We may not pay HST - but there are lots of hidden taxes in the way of user fees. and fresh food is VERY expensive compared to Vancouver & Toronto, as so little grows here. Starter 3 bed homes go for around $300k + in the burbs. 1 bed condo can be rented for under 1500/mth
hope this helps yu
hope this helps yu
Mar 19th 2011 | 1:29 pm
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Re: Advice on Calgary in general?
I would be happy getting anything from $15 dollars per hour and if I got more it's a bonus in comparison to the wages people offer in Vancouver-($8)!I have an interview with an agency next week so we'll see how good they are.User fees? I'm looking at a basement to rent & it's only $300 per month excl bills in downtown.Buying property is the last thing on my mind!
Mar 19th 2011 | 1:55 pm
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Re: Advice on Calgary in general?
#300/month, the place must be a rat hole. My two daughters each paid on average $600 mth for a one room batchelor paid, and when sharing with other girls when at the Univ, around 400/mth, Try Boardwalk, they rent apts, condos & townhouse. Been recent deaths in basement suites due owners not having any sprinkers etc,
I think $600 is reasonable in comparison to what we paid in b.c @ $1k.We're going to be sharing, having our own place is too expensive!Shit, that's not good!
