rickyf

im an electrician in england and looking to move to Kamloop around august time can any one let me know how much work there is out there and the liklelihood of getting a job ??

cheers

Richard

R I C H

I don't think anyone can accurately predict what the work situation might be 7mths from now. Construction is slowing down and tradesmen are certainly in less demand than last year.

Will you be Red Seal qualified by the time you arrive? I'd suggest to give yourself the best chance of securing a job, it would be a sensible thing to do.

The major electrical contractors in Kamloops are Advanced Electrical and Harrison Industrial.

christmasoompa

Hi Ricky and welcome to the forum.

Which visa are you planning on getting and have you already got your Red Seal?

rickyf

i have applied for a skilled mans visa and i havent got my red seal is that somthing i can get in england ??

christmasoompa

When did you apply for your visa?

The Red Seal is explained in this Wiki article, which also gives a link to the website. Hope it helps. http://britishexpats.com/wiki/Skilled_Trades-Canada

rickyf

i started my application in august last year and have been told i should hear somthing mid feb

christmasoompa

Blimey, that would be quick! Interesting to hear as the new system is so new that there are very few that are doing it that way so thanks for sharing your timeline.

Good luck.