Why Canada???
Sep 19th 2011, 12:22 am
#16
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Re: Why Canada???
<approves of the use of <> brackets, which I claim to have originated and sends tut tut to Mr. M for his taste in beer while smiling approvingly at that of Mr Oink>
Sep 19th 2011, 12:34 am
#17
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Re: Why Canada???
It was rather an angry break up I'm afraid. Lots of hurtful accusations were hurled by both parties coupled with misinterpreted actions and that was that. The memory of their scallops wrapped in bacon and their escargots stuffed mushroom caps will no doubt fade in time. 
<Looks longingly at the tall can of Warsteiner but closes the fridge empty handed as someone has to pick up HID from the damn airport.>
<Looks longingly at the tall can of Warsteiner but closes the fridge empty handed as someone has to pick up HID from the damn airport.>
Sep 19th 2011, 12:49 am
#18
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Re: Why Canada???
you can shoot bears, and drink all day without people batting an eyelid.
Sep 19th 2011, 12:52 am
#19
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Re: Why Canada???
. Nice people down there.<Puts the second can back in the fridge as he realises Novo won't drink it!>
Sep 19th 2011, 1:44 am
#20
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Sep 19th 2011, 9:29 am
#21
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Re: Why Canada???
Have you got my house bugged? My kid and I have just been trying to translate this into French, and are aiming at 'contrebandier de perruche'? You HAVE to wear the damned things in the swimming pools here, and I am sure this is one of the things that makes my OH want to return home to Canada. I think this is the best phrase I have heard in ages.
With all the beer and popcorn, I imagine the Rennies are the dessert?
With all the beer and popcorn, I imagine the Rennies are the dessert?
Sep 19th 2011, 9:36 am
#22
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Re: Why Canada???
First time, because my partner at the time was Canadian. Second time, because my husband got transferred there. It was never actually a choice because of the country.
Generalise much? Perhaps I'd better go and put everything away before it gets 'nicked', and actually bother to lock my front door and car occasionally too. Not everywhere in England is crime ridden with yobs joy riding past every 10 seconds you know. Unless you read the Daily Mail of course, and then it is. 
To the OP, this Wiki article may be of some use? http://britishexpats.com/wiki/Canada_versus_Australia
To the OP, this Wiki article may be of some use? http://britishexpats.com/wiki/Canada_versus_Australia
Sep 19th 2011, 11:10 am
#23
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Re: Why Canada???
I've personally been the victim of crime -petty thefts from our garage/cars in a "nice" area - in Canada. In the UK, incl 14 years living in Essex, I never was. Nor have any of my family or friends.
In answer to the question: Because that's where the Mrs is from so my choice was made for me.
In answer to the question: Because that's where the Mrs is from so my choice was made for me.
Sep 19th 2011, 11:12 am
#24
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Re: Why Canada???
We moved to get away from the huge cheese n bacon mountains in the UK stores. We can shop in Canada without tripping over a mature chedder or pile of streaky.
or pile of streaky.
Sep 19th 2011, 12:12 pm
#25
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Re: Why Canada???
First time, because my partner at the time was Canadian. Second time, because my husband got transferred there. It was never actually a choice because of the country.
Generalise much? Perhaps I'd better go and put everything away before it gets 'nicked', and actually bother to lock my front door and car occasionally too. Not everywhere in England is crime ridden with yobs joy riding past every 10 seconds you know. Unless you read the Daily Mail of course, and then it is.
To the OP, this Wiki article may be of some use? http://britishexpats.com/wiki/Canada_versus_Australia
Generalise much? Perhaps I'd better go and put everything away before it gets 'nicked', and actually bother to lock my front door and car occasionally too. Not everywhere in England is crime ridden with yobs joy riding past every 10 seconds you know. Unless you read the Daily Mail of course, and then it is.
To the OP, this Wiki article may be of some use? http://britishexpats.com/wiki/Canada_versus_Australia
Sep 19th 2011, 1:33 pm
#26
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Re: Why Canada???
[QUOTE=trevorandjo york;9629085] oh yes, aussies also end every sentence with a high note, bloody annoying
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Canadians do the same...its not the crime free paved with gold paradise some people think either.
so why?..because and some one pointed out its not America...if i was fleunt in Scandanavian i would have moved there.
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Canadians do the same...its not the crime free paved with gold paradise some people think either.
so why?..because and some one pointed out its not America...if i was fleunt in Scandanavian i would have moved there.
Sep 19th 2011, 1:56 pm
#27
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Re: Why Canada???
I cant speak for others but I do live in a largely crime free paradise. I came for the job offer initially of course, but enjoy the stress free living, the 4 season climate and a relaxed pace of life. I guess Im just happier here, thats what counts. Nothing wrong with the UK though that cant be fixed by either a better job or moving to a nicer area.
I was a little concerned at how I would take the the winter here, but to my surprise its not so bad, I actually enjoy the first few months, its just by the time March rolls I am looking forward to the next season. Right now I cant wait to get skiing again and the kids are all excited to get skating once more.
I was a little concerned at how I would take the the winter here, but to my surprise its not so bad, I actually enjoy the first few months, its just by the time March rolls I am looking forward to the next season. Right now I cant wait to get skiing again and the kids are all excited to get skating once more.
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Sep 19th 2011, 2:56 pm
#28
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Re: Why Canada???
OP.
Some love it, some hate it, some put up and shut up. If you make a mistake when you get here, it is only a flight to Oz...rent until you are sure. I stick to my comments about Australia though. Good luck.
Some love it, some hate it, some put up and shut up. If you make a mistake when you get here, it is only a flight to Oz...rent until you are sure. I stick to my comments about Australia though. Good luck.
Sep 19th 2011, 11:05 pm
#29
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Re: Why Canada???
of course, if you look I'm sure there is also a thread somewhere on the relative merits of spiders vs. bears.
Sep 19th 2011, 11:13 pm
#30
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Re: Why Canada???
Out of the whole world why did you chose Canada ??? We are trying to decide where we want to emigrate to we have been looking at oz but I like the idea of Canada although only just started looking into it. What made Canada the place for you and your family I must admit the weather does scare me.. Although that could be due to living in England and the slightest snowflake the whole country goes to pot lol 
Plus when I first went to the library to have a look at both Canada and OZ the OZ book spoke about worms 4" diameter x 6 foot long, that was eenough for me
