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Of all countries,why move to Canada?
The weather is freezing much of the year, financial opportunities are fewer than found in the UK,and Canada is so spread out that many people compare living there to the old frontier days when north America was being settled.
There are obvious up sides to living in Canada beginning with the people who imo are about the most decent group of nationals of any nation.Also housing is very affordable,the landscape is beautiful, and the pace of life is far less stressful than most western countries. But is moving to Canada worth starting all over in a foreign country not to mention giving up your well established way of life back home in the UK? Do you have any concerns that this move might be an extreme decision, when all you really need to do is to shake things up abit by moving to a different region of the UK? Why Canada? |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
The weather is freezing much of the year, financial opportunities are fewer than found in the UK,and Canada is so spread out that many people compare living there to the old frontier days when north America was being settled.
There are obvious up sides to living in Canada beginning with the people who imo are about the most decent group of nationals of any nation.Also housing is very affordable,the landscape is beautiful, and the pace of life is far less stressful than most western countries. But is moving to Canada worth starting all over in a foreign country not to mention giving up your well established way of life back home in the UK? Do you have any concerns that this move might be an extreme decision, when all you really need to do is to shake things up abit by moving to a different region of the UK? Why Canada? Why ask the question? It's all been done before soooo many times. Why are you in America? |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
The weather is freezing much of the year, financial opportunities are fewer than found in the UK,and Canada is so spread out that many people compare living there to the old frontier days when north America was being settled.
I think people move to Canada because they feel an affinity for Canadian's two great loves; legislation and administration. I expect most immigrants from the UK find the bureaucratic aspects of the EU attractive but unfulfilling; they come here because they crave more red tape. |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
There is a similar thread that is popular at the moment. See Motivations for Emigration: http://britishexpats.com/forum/showthread.php?t=446897
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Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by dbd33
(Post 4732415)
Who does this?
I think people move to Canada because they feel an affinity for Canadian's two great loves; legislation and administration. I expect most immigrants from the UK find the bureaucratic aspects of the EU attractive but unfulfilling; they come here because they crave more red tape. |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
The weather is freezing much of the year, financial opportunities are fewer than found in the UK,and Canada is so spread out that many people compare living there to the old frontier days when north America was being settled.
There are obvious up sides to living in Canada beginning with the people who imo are about the most decent group of nationals of any nation.Also housing is very affordable,the landscape is beautiful, and the pace of life is far less stressful than most western countries. But is moving to Canada worth starting all over in a foreign country not to mention giving up your well established way of life back home in the UK? Do you have any concerns that this move might be an extreme decision, when all you really need to do is to shake things up abit by moving to a different region of the UK? Why Canada? |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
The weather is freezing much of the year, financial opportunities are fewer than found in the UK,and Canada is so spread out that many people compare living there to the old frontier days when north America was being settled.
There are obvious up sides to living in Canada beginning with the people who imo are about the most decent group of nationals of any nation.Also housing is very affordable,the landscape is beautiful, and the pace of life is far less stressful than most western countries. But is moving to Canada worth starting all over in a foreign country not to mention giving up your well established way of life back home in the UK? Do you have any concerns that this move might be an extreme decision, when all you really need to do is to shake things up abit by moving to a different region of the UK? Why Canada? Canada is closer and has more opportunities! Pretty obvious! |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
the landscape is beautiful,
Most is very flat and very dull |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by vegasrockstar
(Post 4732698)
Isn't this forum for British Expats?
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Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by dbd33
(Post 4732415)
Who does this?
I think people move to Canada because they feel an affinity for Canadian's two great loves; legislation and administration. I expect most immigrants from the UK find the bureaucratic aspects of the EU attractive but unfulfilling; they come here because they crave more red tape. The tax laws are in particular Sooo sexy in Canada:thumbup: |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by MikeUK
(Post 4732979)
Actually only small part of Canada is beautiful...
Most is very flat and very dull |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
I moved to Canada for several reasons. One of them was the fact that I was too lazy to learn another language.
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Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
Why Canada?
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Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
Why Canada?
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Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by hot wasabi peas
(Post 4733240)
Beaver.
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Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by britishvixen21
(Post 4733281)
Because I felt that I was being given far too much Holiday by my employers in the UK.
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Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by Liana
(Post 4733028)
Parts of the Newfoundland are spectacular- like Norway; parts of Nova Scotia are pretty; PEI is flat and a little dull; New Brunswick is mediocre; Quebec is spectacular and that is it until you hit the Rockies and BC- yes all a little flat which some might find dull - but the Prairies are unique; well they are supposedly like Siberia which is why Dr Zhivago was filmed there.:D
IMHO the best bit of Canada sits up in the Yukon... and I’ll agree once you've driven across the Prairies you can understand the similarity to Siberia...:unsure: |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
The weather is freezing much of the year, financial opportunities are fewer than found in the UK,and Canada is so spread out that many people compare living there to the old frontier days when north America was being settled.
There are obvious up sides to living in Canada beginning with the people who imo are about the most decent group of nationals of any nation.Also housing is very affordable,the landscape is beautiful, and the pace of life is far less stressful than most western countries. But is moving to Canada worth starting all over in a foreign country not to mention giving up your well established way of life back home in the UK? Do you have any concerns that this move might be an extreme decision, when all you really need to do is to shake things up abit by moving to a different region of the UK? Why Canada? One often has to leave one's country in order to find oneself....it's a cliche but it can be as simple as that. So what are your motivations for leaving the USA? It's a pretty nice place too.... |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
But is moving to Canada worth starting all over in a foreign country not to mention giving up your well established way of life back home in the UK? Do you have any concerns that this move might be an extreme decision, when all you really need to do is to shake things up abit by moving to a different region of the UK? Why Canada?
Heard of the expression: "Rats deserting a sinking ship"? How much do your houses cost? |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
The weather is freezing much of the year, financial opportunities are fewer than found in the UK,and Canada is so spread out that many people compare living there to the old frontier days when north America was being settled.
There are obvious up sides to living in Canada beginning with the people who imo are about the most decent group of nationals of any nation.Also housing is very affordable,the landscape is beautiful, and the pace of life is far less stressful than most western countries. But is moving to Canada worth starting all over in a foreign country not to mention giving up your well established way of life back home in the UK? Do you have any concerns that this move might be an extreme decision, when all you really need to do is to shake things up abit by moving to a different region of the UK? Why Canada? :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
The weather is freezing much of the year, financial opportunities are fewer than found in the UK,and Canada is so spread out that many people compare living there to the old frontier days when north America was being settled.
There are obvious up sides to living in Canada beginning with the people who imo are about the most decent group of nationals of any nation.Also housing is very affordable,the landscape is beautiful, and the pace of life is far less stressful than most western countries. But is moving to Canada worth starting all over in a foreign country not to mention giving up your well established way of life back home in the UK? Do you have any concerns that this move might be an extreme decision, when all you really need to do is to shake things up abit by moving to a different region of the UK? Why Canada? UK too many people, no mountains AUS full of aussies NZ no jobs USA sucks Canada... Rocks:thumbsup: |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4732156)
The weather is freezing much of the year, financial opportunities are fewer than found in the UK,and Canada is so spread out that many people compare living there to the old frontier days when north America was being settled.
There are obvious up sides to living in Canada beginning with the people who imo are about the most decent group of nationals of any nation.Also housing is very affordable,the landscape is beautiful, and the pace of life is far less stressful than most western countries. But is moving to Canada worth starting all over in a foreign country not to mention giving up your well established way of life back home in the UK? Do you have any concerns that this move might be an extreme decision, when all you really need to do is to shake things up abit by moving to a different region of the UK? Why Canada? |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
My reasons for moving to Canada are not any of what you have described, we just fancy a change of scenery and Canada is the only country that we could emigrate too without any visa hassles (long story).
The cheaper housing, wide open space, not as many yobs on street corners also helped us make the decision but I am in no way unhappy with my life here in the UK. It's one of those 'now or never' decisions that you have to make before you get too old. Who knows, I may be back in a few years as the grass may not be as green as people make out but at least we tried... |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by Danny B
(Post 4733752)
as the grass may not be as green as people make out
what ammuses me most of those making out how green the grass is are not here yet :huh: |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by MikeUK
(Post 4733848)
what ammuses me
most of those making out how green the grass is are not here yet :huh: |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
This question is like asking why red or why up - personal choice for those who care to try out new things. You could just as easily ask why Aus, USA, Spain, Dubai...
Why anywhere, why anything??? If we always stopped to ask why we should go somewhere else we'd never have got very far in the world, and we'd never have discovered chocolate :D(well unless you were the lucky people who lived in the same country as the yummy stuff)... Sometimes it's just to peek over the fence :unsure: |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
This question is like asking why red or why up - personal choice for those who care to try out new things. You could just as easily ask why Aus, USA, Spain, Dubai...
Why anywhere, why anything??? If we always stopped to ask why we should go somewhere else we'd never have got very far in the world, and we'd never have discovered chocolate :D(well unless you were the lucky people who lived in the same country as the yummy stuff)... Sometimes it's just to peek over the fence :unsure: |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by Danny B
(Post 4733752)
My reasons for moving to Canada are not any of what you have described, we just fancy a change of scenery and Canada is the only country that we could emigrate too without any visa hassles (long story).
The cheaper housing, wide open space, not as many yobs on street corners also helped us make the decision but I am in no way unhappy with my life here in the UK. It's one of those 'now or never' decisions that you have to make before you get too old. Who knows, I may be back in a few years as the grass may not be as green as people make out but at least we tried... GOOD FOR YOU |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Oh, just a whim really.
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Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by singingringingtree
(Post 4733589)
Have you been to the UK lately?
Heard of the expression: "Rats deserting a sinking ship"? How much do your houses cost? Heard of the expression...Frontal Lobotomy. Do I intend to tell you our 'negative' story in Canada.......Not a chance! Why have I posted. Who cares? Is it important for me to reply? No. |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by masiosare
(Post 4732826)
Well, the U.S. has tight immigration laws, so you are only left with Canada or Australia as decent countries
Canada is closer and has more opportunities! Pretty obvious! Sadly 9/11 has ended any chance of that happening.I admire the Canadians,and have always said they are the best people from north America:) I have been to Canada and my only question is, do any of you fear getting bored there? Its not a very busy place full of activities if you are not the outdoor type. |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Several posters shared the motivation for picking north America.Would America be your #1 choice if the immigration laws made it easier for Brits to get in? Personally ,I've always believe that Americans,Canadians and Brits should have a policy which allow easier access for citizenship between one another.
Sadly 9/11 has ended any chance of that happening.I admire the Canadians,and have always said they are the best people from north America:) I have been to Canada and my only question is, do any of you fear getting bored there? Its not a very busy place full of activities if you are not the outdoor type |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4736155)
do any of you fear getting bored there? Its not a very busy place full of activities if you are not the outdoor type
Think people getting bored is all of a personal choice. If you are young free and single or a childless couple who want to be able to go here there and everywhere - then choose a larger place like Calgary, Toronto and then you have facilities close by which enable you to have an active "going out" social life. If you have a family you do different things - you may go to see the mountains, go around with your kids soccer team whilst they play or stay home with friends. It is all down to what peoples individual expectations are of Canada. If you want to be a social butterfly then it may be harder than it is in the UK for you to out clubbing etc. and therefore you may become bored with the lack of opportunities in that social area. If you want a better quality of family life (which we do) then I dont think that you can go far wrong with Canada for that aspect. Life is only what you make it where ever you choose to live. Gaynor X |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Several posters shared the motivation for picking north America.Would America be your #1 choice if the immigration laws made it easier for Brits to get in? One of the many attractions of Western Canada for me is that it's next to the Western US, and if a job opportunity came up in Washington State / Oregon / California in a few years after we've got our Canadian passports (which make facilitating the whole thing a little easier), I'd certainly be interested. Having spent time in both, Western Canada would still be our preferred destination on merit even if it WERE easier to get into the States, but I'm certainly not one o'them US bashers, there's a lot going for it. Cheers, Iain |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4736155)
Several posters shared the motivation for picking north America.Would America be your #1 choice if the immigration laws made it easier for Brits to get in? Personally ,I've always believe that Americans,Canadians and Brits should have a policy which allow easier access for citizenship between one another.
I too see no reason to exclude Brits from the US. Our immigration into Canada is a bit of a joke, they took one look at our application and send the medical visit requests.... So I would agree with an open immigration system especially for skilled workers. |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by Iain Mc
(Post 4736457)
That's an interesting one.
One of the many attractions of Western Canada for me is that it's next to the Western US, and if a job opportunity came up in Washington State / Oregon / California in a few years after we've got our Canadian passports (which make facilitating the whole thing a little easier), I'd certainly be interested. Having spent time in both, Western Canada would still be our preferred destination on merit even if it WERE easier to get into the States, but I'm certainly not one o'them US bashers, there's a lot going for it. Cheers, Iain Iain Those are three very good choice to pick from.Any one of them would be a great place to call home.They are very scenic and different from one another in weather and pace of life.I've lived in California and its probley my favorite state in America because of its laid back mentality and diversity of opportunity and geography,but also because its the most progressive state of all the 50. Washington state imo is the most beautiful and scenic with incredible moutains views found through out the state.If rainy weather wouldn't bother you then Seattle or Tacoma are amazing places to live for a person who love the out doorsy life style. Plus Washington state offers more affordable housing than california with much more land.Washington is a very progressive state. Never been to Oregan but I hear good things about Portland.Oregan is the most rugged state of the three.If hunting,fishing,camping and trapping sound interesting,then you will fit in nicely there.I'm told that it looks similar to North Carolina with forestry every where, plenty of lakes and moutains but with much much harsher weather.Has the coldest weather of those three states with out question. I read these threads and I'm very impressed by how bold/brave many of the people who strike out and move to different countries.I sometime wonder what their ages are.I wonder if many of them are past the age of 40-45? When I was very young I thought often of immigrating to Europe but now that I'm middle aged,the erge is still there but its accompanied by abit more(for the lack of a better word)fear. I question if immigrating is something best meant for a younger person in their 20's or early 30's.I'm in my early 40's . |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by Sunshine Girl
(Post 4735936)
Hi, we're going back, after 4 years.
Heard of the expression...Frontal Lobotomy. Do I intend to tell you our 'negative' story in Canada.......Not a chance! Why have I posted. Who cares? Is it important for me to reply? No. |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4736155)
Several posters shared the motivation for picking north America.Would America be your #1 choice if the immigration laws made it easier for Brits to get in? Personally ,I've always believe that Americans,Canadians and Brits should have a policy which allow easier access for citizenship between one another.
Sadly 9/11 has ended any chance of that happening.I admire the Canadians,and have always said they are the best people from north America:) I have been to Canada and my only question is, do any of you fear getting bored there? Its not a very busy place full of activities if you are not the outdoor type |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by YankeemovingAbroad
(Post 4737281)
Iain
Those are three very good choice to pick from.Any one of them would be a great place to call home.They are very scenic and different from one another in weather and pace of life.I've lived in California and its probley my favorite state in America because of its laid back mentality and diversity of opportunity and geography,but also because its the most progressive state of all the 50. Washington state imo is the most beautiful and scenic with incredible moutains views found through out the state.If rainy weather wouldn't bother you then Seattle or Tacoma are amazing places to live for a person who love the out doorsy life style. Plus Washington state offers more affordable housing than california with much more land.Washington is a very progressive state. Never been to Oregan but I hear good things about Portland.Oregan is the most rugged state of the three.If hunting,fishing,camping and trapping sound interesting,then you will fit in nicely there.I'm told that it looks similar to North Carolina with forestry every where, plenty of lakes and moutains but with much much harsher weather.Has the coldest weather of those three states with out question. I read these threads and I'm very impressed by how bold/brave many of the people who strike out and move to different countries.I sometime wonder what their ages are.I wonder if many of them are past the age of 40-45? When I was very young I thought often of immigrating to Europe but now that I'm middle aged,the erge is still there but its accompanied by abit more(for the lack of a better word)fear. I question if immigrating is something best meant for a younger person in their 20's or early 30's.I'm in my early 40's . Not a dig against BE (I am addicted to it now) but also, do those who stick to their own nationalities take longer to become comfortable. I believe if it had been me, and I'd found a site like this when I first moved, I am not sure I would have been so receptive to meeting and integrating with the locals......... (especially my in-laws, where were you when I needed you guys?????:rofl: ) Of course now I get to put my OH through the whole experience, and I suppose my family aswell - I will know how they feel when they say they miss home, I'll miss it too.:) |
Re: Of all countries,why move to Canada?
Originally Posted by hot wasabi peas
(Post 4733240)
Beaver.
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