magnumpi

We have been in Canada 3 yrs (almost) and we still like it lots. We now live in Ajax. OH works near Kingston Lawrence and its ok there, not a place i would live but ok.

I work all over the GTA and sit around the nicer areas, and scummy streets in my car. Did the same in the UK and i prefer it here. Although there are a few places that i feel uncomfy sitting around, J&F is one, Etobocoke near martin grove rd & eglinton. They are all on a par with Moss Side or Park estate (South Kirby )

neolight90

Its funny everyone is quick to steer people away from moving to Canada but live there themselves lol.

Good job I don't let people decide for me what I am going to do with my live, its all well and good saying move to another part of the UK. I have lived in most parts of the UK and the feeling is always the same as I am still in the UK.

I can't wait to move and start my new family life as all the cons that have been listed are not a con to me or don't bother me.

Each to there own I guess

neolight90

Don't let anyone put you off. Ask questions on here as its a good place for answers and just wade through the negative posts and you will find some real gems of advice.

Good luck on your journey and I hope it goes well

BristolUK

Plus, take a browse through the posting history of some responders - even on completely different topics - and that might help you identify the tongue in cheek comments or decide who to pay more attention too.

el_richo

Because they were once like you

iaink

I was going to say, thats another pro comment about canada from someone who hasnt actualy lived here yet

cheeky_monkey

I find it funny the number of people who blame the UK for their woes..instead of looking at themselves first. Then find they have the same issues in Canada. You can run away from a place or a country but you cant runaway from yourself.

ANDREW83F

Thanks, I wont let anyone put me off. I totally agree with you about the UK and getting away from it. Not Once have i said that by moving away i will be moving to somewhere that doesnt have problems and is a life of bliss.

I am not naieve. But its not just about pros and cons, its about getting out of here and going on an adventure, trying something different. I dont want to be stuck in a rut. If it turns out to be a expensive mistake...hey ho........but read........ITS BETTER TO TRY AND FAIL THAN FAIL TO TRY. thats my personal opionon.

Thanks for your positive attitude and good luck to you as well

ANDREW83F

Very interesting point and agree with you, some people are out for some people. I do appreciate negative comments because they are good to hear as well but not one has put me off.

I would rather hear from people who have lived in both countries as their opinions are from experience but its good to hear from brits and canadians too.

soconnell74

I think that's absolutely the right attitude. I came over for an adventure and stayed because I liked the place. Everyone's experience is different, but starting with the right attitude will carry you a long way. I've been here 11 years and I'm still loving it... best of luck.

ANDREW83F

I disagree, the housing market, shit weather, yob culture....these are not things that can be changed by us.

And you do get struck in a rut, im guessing you could rack up a list of cons about your country as well......but by moving it revitilises you as a person and you become more outgoing and adveturous......or i will.

iaink

Shit weather for one can be. Not all of the UK has "scottish" drecht. The gulf stream runs past Devon, Palm trees grow in the south coast riviera, and the sun shines most of the summer long in east anglia.

You dony know shit weather till you car is iced over and its minum 25, although thats unlikely to feature in coastal BC weather. There they just get months of overcast rainy weather....

The housing market in Canada can be similar to the UK, only without as much growth. Prices in Vancouver average at $800k. £150k buys you a 3 bed semi in West Kirby, Wirral, decent weather (all the rain falls on Wales), outstanding schools, just up the road from the millionare footballers.


Yob culture is a funny one. People seem afraid of it, but is there any in your area? None in my Dads village, none in Woking. Substitute Gangs in major Canadian cities and you have the same localised trouble spots.

Come for an adventure for sure, its why I came, but come without rose tinted specs and expect it to cost a lot.

cheeky_monkey

Canada isnt my country i just happen to live here..but i wouldnt blame Canada if my life was shit either..and my life being crap would have f all to do with the housing market, shit weather or yob culture...you are the only person that gets yourself stuck in a rut.

Anybody can be just as successful in the UK as they can in Canada.. there is no such word as cant.

ANDREW83F

Eh, myy life is not shit!! when have i ever said that!? if i decide in the future not to make the move i will continue living here, being happy and having a great time with my partner and son/daughter(on its way! ) I love Scotland in many ways
But............the weather etc and all other points i have made make us want a adventure, its nothing to do slating my country. I have came on ghere to find out some info, pros and cons about a country we would lk to move to. We so far like what Canada has to offer us and think there are more pros in moving. Yes there are negative points about Scotland, but positive too and im sure its the same bout Canada.

cheeky_monkey

im not talking about you specifically..im talking in general about people's reasons for leaving the UK.