Probably been here before. Where to live?
Feb 8th 2005, 2:43 pm
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Originally Posted by dawnwynne
A bit in Alberta especially Calgary for the big stampede.
Tourism in the rest of Alberta (Sylvan Lake, etc) is more for locals, but very active ... apart from an Albertan, who else wants to sit by an artificial lake in the middle of the prairies??!!
Speaking as an Albertan ... I like sitting by an artificial lake in the middle of the prairies ... it's sunny and there aren't any sharks in the water
Feb 8th 2005, 5:59 pm
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Originally Posted by Glaswegian
Calgary is a big draw for the Stampede, but Banff and Canmore are the tourist centres ... fantastic scenery and good for winter sports ... cheaper to visit than BC thanks to Alberta's lower taxes
Tourism in the rest of Alberta (Sylvan Lake, etc) is more for locals, but very active ... apart from an Albertan, who else wants to sit by an artificial lake in the middle of the prairies??!!
Speaking as an Albertan ... I like sitting by an artificial lake in the middle of the prairies ... it's sunny and there aren't any sharks in the water
Tourism in the rest of Alberta (Sylvan Lake, etc) is more for locals, but very active ... apart from an Albertan, who else wants to sit by an artificial lake in the middle of the prairies??!!
Speaking as an Albertan ... I like sitting by an artificial lake in the middle of the prairies ... it's sunny and there aren't any sharks in the water
Oh Sylvan lake...brings back many happy memories...great fishing there!
Feb 8th 2005, 10:50 pm
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
We originally considered a B&B but then decided that we would prefer to have our own space in our own home, hence running separate establishments. At the end of the day it all depends on whether our application is successful, and how much we can realise from our assets and how much the potential properties will cost us. It is all a bit crystal ballish at the moment.
Good luck with your B&B and keep in touch to let us know how you are getting on.
Graham & Pauline
Good luck with your B&B and keep in touch to let us know how you are getting on.
Graham & Pauline
Originally Posted by dawnwynne
No problem...good luck! We are looking to open a B&B in BC so who knows we may be neighbours and competitors
Feb 8th 2005, 11:04 pm
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Originally Posted by GaznSue
Damnit Gray C, I was gonna ask that
Also, can someone tell me how crazy this scheme sounds, any pitfalls etc?
So far the plan is to pay the place as many visits as we can afford once we've made our mind up where we might like to go. If we go through with our app, get accepted & make it there in one piece, for starters we plan on getting any damn jobs that will bring home enough cash for us to live on. If we get that far I plan on applying for the police force, not sure what the Mrs wants to do yet.
While we're stuck in blighty, we're gonna bide our time, save up our cash & dig up as much info as we can, I'm thinking to join the Specials (volunteer police) so I have some previous experience but I've read a lot of posts saying Canadian experience is the only sort that counts, so would this be a waste of time?
Also, can someone tell me how crazy this scheme sounds, any pitfalls etc?
So far the plan is to pay the place as many visits as we can afford once we've made our mind up where we might like to go. If we go through with our app, get accepted & make it there in one piece, for starters we plan on getting any damn jobs that will bring home enough cash for us to live on. If we get that far I plan on applying for the police force, not sure what the Mrs wants to do yet.
While we're stuck in blighty, we're gonna bide our time, save up our cash & dig up as much info as we can, I'm thinking to join the Specials (volunteer police) so I have some previous experience but I've read a lot of posts saying Canadian experience is the only sort that counts, so would this be a waste of time?
Unless your really keen I would'nt bother with the specials. I served for 8 years with Hampshire Constabulary and RCMP did'nt want to hear about it. With the current processing times for a PR it might pay you to join the regular police which takes about 6-12 months depending on the force area. Given the quoted 3 year processsing time you could gain a good 2 years experience that RCMP would recognise.
Good luck with the application
Steve
Feb 9th 2005, 4:23 am
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Originally Posted by iaink
The prefered term is Innuit.
If you had bothered to search for the countless times that this question has been asked and not answered before you would know "Why Iqaluit"
http://britishexpats.com/forum/showthread.php?t=254755
and numerous other "where to go" threads
If you had bothered to search for the countless times that this question has been asked and not answered before you would know "Why Iqaluit"
http://britishexpats.com/forum/showthread.php?t=254755
and numerous other "where to go" threads
Is a fair question to ask I think.....I know its repetitive but theres no harm in people asking.
Feb 9th 2005, 4:28 am
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Originally Posted by daisymoll
Is a fair question to ask I think.....I know its repetitive but theres no harm in people asking.
Feb 9th 2005, 4:31 am
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Having lived iN NS and Ontario, i definitely prefer Ontario simply becuase there is so much more to do here with my young child.
The Ontario Early Years Centres are fantastic, totally free and available six days a week including some evenings.
Better transport links here and more choice.
NS is beautiful though but seemed to suffer from harsher weather in the winter and more humid weather in the summer. The mosquitoes are terrible there as well. I have not yet expereinced them here in the summer though so I am kind of hoping that they will be better than they were in NS.
They definitely cleared the snow better in NS though!!!!!
Loved all the lakes in NS, brilliant for swimming. Definitely more of them within closer proximity there.
Hope this helps a little bit!!!
The Ontario Early Years Centres are fantastic, totally free and available six days a week including some evenings.
Better transport links here and more choice.
NS is beautiful though but seemed to suffer from harsher weather in the winter and more humid weather in the summer. The mosquitoes are terrible there as well. I have not yet expereinced them here in the summer though so I am kind of hoping that they will be better than they were in NS.
They definitely cleared the snow better in NS though!!!!!
Loved all the lakes in NS, brilliant for swimming. Definitely more of them within closer proximity there.
Hope this helps a little bit!!!
Feb 9th 2005, 4:31 am
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Originally Posted by iaink
I just wish they would search before asking, would save a lot of everyones time. The answers havent changed since last time.
Some people aren't as knowledgeable on websites though as you Iain, thats all.
Feb 9th 2005, 4:33 am
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Originally Posted by daisymoll
Some people aren't as knowledgeable on websites though as you Iain, thats all.
Feb 9th 2005, 4:38 am
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Didnt think searching the old posts was rocket science, just good manners. Maybe I'm smarter than I thought.
Wasnt there a suggestion a while ago that there should be some sort of sticky introductory FAQ type post for newbies? Might be helpfull in these circumstances.
Apart from the obvious "where to go" question what else should go in.
TV (PAL / NTSC/ DVD regions) comes up a lot, and credit worthyness, and car insurance / drivers licensing.
Anymore for anymore?
Wasnt there a suggestion a while ago that there should be some sort of sticky introductory FAQ type post for newbies? Might be helpfull in these circumstances.
Apart from the obvious "where to go" question what else should go in.
TV (PAL / NTSC/ DVD regions) comes up a lot, and credit worthyness, and car insurance / drivers licensing.
Anymore for anymore?
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Feb 9th 2005, 4:41 am
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Originally Posted by iaink
Maybe I'm smarter than I thought.
We could do with some sort of sticky ... I'm so glad that you volunteered to maintain it ... come on everyone, give Iain a big pat on the back ...
Feb 9th 2005, 4:45 am
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Originally Posted by Glaswegian
Do you want an honest answer or a nice answer??
We could do with some sort of sticky ... I'm so glad that you volunteered to maintain it ... come on everyone, give Iain a big pat on the back ...
We could do with some sort of sticky ... I'm so glad that you volunteered to maintain it ... come on everyone, give Iain a big pat on the back ...
Nice I think...but then given your previous comments about getting all polite, maybe honest is better 
I dont think any maintainence is necessary, just have to get it started and pursued Ray to make it sticky. Be a good idea to have a short list of regular topics though before starting.
Feb 9th 2005, 4:49 am
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Originally Posted by iaink
I dont think any maintainence is necessary, just have to get it started and pursued Ray to make it sticky. Be a good idea to have a short list of regular topics though before starting.
Feb 9th 2005, 4:51 am
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Originally Posted by Glaswegian
Don't pull your punches ... just come straight out and tell him he's a smartarse
I just really don't see what the big deal is with asking, its tbe sort of question i might ask if I was new to the board and wanted adviceand I wouldn't probably think of using the search facility but that doesn't make me stupid.
Feb 9th 2005, 4:56 am
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Re: Probably been here before. Where to live?
Originally Posted by Glaswegian
Any chance it can be filtered or secured to keep irrelevent posts (or posters) out?
Sure Ray could do that. If he has the time, and is getting any sleep.
while heading off topic....Ray...we need more pictures!!!!
