Good luck - looking forward to hearing all about it.

Hi and welcome to BE. I've also only just joined although I've been in Vancouver quite a long time. The thing to remember is that you can always go back if it all goes wrong but I think you'll like it here. Your location is probably going to be related to where you can find a job, so that is a priority if you haven't got one yet. Let me know if you need some sites to help find one.
All the best.

hi cockey, thanks going back would to easy,as to location yes i think work will be a priotiy,visited e today what a beautiful place now we could settle there but again is there any work ?once we leave Richmond BC monday were gooing to stay in some of these places for a bit ? cockney any site would be greatly received any and all help would be great . livin the dream thanks

Ah yes, now I get the picture! (LOL).

English Bay's a great spot but Stanley Park is a favourite. I also love the Vancouver Aquarium - Sinkorswim, it's great for kids!

I hope you like Regina...stay away from the central/washington park area it is a verrrry bad place..Liz warned me off it and we drove through it when there in June and she was right.

Just be careful

hi need some help in finding a house at least 3 bed 2 adults,3 kids.North/west van if possible any help greatly received thanks still in Richmond BC ?

Are you renting or buying? North and West Vancouver are the most expensive areas - West Vancouver is considered the most expensive place in Canada. It's well populated and to get to either area you have to cross a bridge called the Lion's Gate Bridge.

If you want to rent, you could try the North Shore News -

http://www.canada.com/northshorenews/index.html

as this is the local paper for that area. If you need a realtor, I know a couple.

Below are examples of rentals for West Van:


Comfortable Family Home, West Van. 4 bdrm + den, 3 full bath home. Also incl. family room, entertainment room, billiards, all on a private, treed, creekside lot. Close to Park Royal on a quiet cul-de-sac. This home is fully furnished. Avail Oct. for approx. 6 mths. $4000. 604-657-4508. Diana @ Royal LePage NS
[Last updated: 09/14/2007]

A QUICK FIX? Fabulous! Furnished Cedardale West Van, 4 bdrm, 3 bath all inclusive. Negotiable 6 month $3995 Waterfront, Upscale Views Sunsets, marble, hi ceilings, stainless steel appls. $5995 www.manderrealestate.com Diana Mander Royal LePage 604-657-4508/ 671-6175
[Last updated: 09/16/2007]

EYREMOUNT DR, W. Van, 3 br, 3 bth, view, pool, 2 car garage $3800. Avail Immed. Dennison Property Mgmt 604-982-7064
[Last updated: 09/16/2007]

North Van:
312 W. 26TH ST Cape Cod 2 storey, 4 Br, 2 Ba. hardwd, NOW, $3000. HMI: 604-876-8895
[Last updated: 09/16/2007]

Lower Lonsdale duplex, spectacular view, 4 br, 2 ba, lg yd, hard wd flrs, grt loc, $2800 Avail Immed. 604-879-7424

To buy in North Van:

OPEN SUNDAY 2pm - 4pm 1070 Heywood St., North Van. Beautifully updated spacious home, 3 bdrm up, new gourmet kitchen, sunny deck. Separate entrance 2 br suite down. Roof 2yrs., new vinyl windows, lot size 50' x144'. Great location. Asking $854,900. Call Shelley Burlet 604-637-2538 Realty 5000 Sales.
[Last updated: 09/16/2007]

5 BDRM & DEN HOUSE 1184 Edgewood Rd. (by Handsworth School) $969,000! Paul Murphy (Sutton) 604-986-1586

Of course, there's all sorts out there, you just have to look. Good family areas include Lynn Valley, Edgemont, Deep Cove. There's also townhouses as well.

For an idea of prices, look at this website:

http://www.shirleyclarke.com/listings.html

Hope that helps.

hi Rob, we rented in Regina Beach for the winter and bought an old 1991 voyager. We move in on 1st Oct. will keep you updated with news oh and
they take dogs

Lorna

Sorry for hijacking thread - hope all goes will with you on house hunting.