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Forum: Italy
Aug 5th 2024, 7:46 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 816
Posted By macarre

Italian citizenship by descent - applicationprocess questions

Hello,

I've determined that I'm eligible to apply for Italian citizenship by descent. I'm planning to do so using the London Italian consulate. I've done research on requirements already, but...
Forum: Canada
Aug 28th 2015, 8:26 am
Replies: 72
Views: 6,163
Posted By macarre

Re: Tenant in Canada moved to UK, but did not pay last month's rent

Thank you for the replies. Yes, I had a deposit (1 month). But don't think there is going to be any money left after deductions.
Forum: Canada
Aug 27th 2015, 7:55 pm
Replies: 72
Views: 6,163
Posted By macarre

Tenant in Canada moved to UK, but did not pay last month's rent

Hi there,

My tenant in Alberta appeared to have moved to the UK now (he is not British though), and left this month's rent (last one) unpaid.

Is it possible to collect the money now, since he's...
Forum: Immigration & Citizenship (Canada)
Jun 19th 2015, 5:13 am
Replies: 14
Views: 1,217
Posted By macarre

Re: Out of country awaiting citizenship?

Does anybody know if these new requirements also apply to those who applied for citizenship before the bill was passed? Or only to people who applied after this?
Forum: Canada
Feb 7th 2015, 6:25 am
Replies: 20
Views: 5,097
Posted By macarre

Re: Moving to Edmonton canada

Hi, wonder if anybody could recommend shipping companies? Got a few boxes / suitcases I need to ship from Edmonton to UK. Tks.
Forum: Canada
Apr 8th 2012, 5:37 pm
Replies: 7
Views: 2,421
Posted By macarre

Re: Moving from UK (Kent) to Canada (Regina, SK) - Removal Company Recommedations/Hel

Hi, I've used Seven Seas Worldwide when moving from London to Edmonton (AB) and have had no problems whatsoever. Similar to you, I only had boxes, suitcases and a keyboard.
Forum: Canada
Sep 24th 2011, 7:44 am
Replies: 6
Views: 1,795
Posted By macarre

Re: Returning to UK / RRSP

Seems that I have found the answer to my question in this article. Might be able to move the RRSP money to UK paying no tax by converting it to a RRIF and setting up a SWP to pay money into my UK...
Forum: Canada
Sep 23rd 2011, 1:29 pm
Replies: 6
Views: 1,795
Posted By macarre

Returning to UK / RRSP

I plan to return to the UK as soon as I sell my house here. Got about $40k in my RRSP account. Is there a way to transfer this money over to the UK without paying tax (or minimising the rate)?
I am...
Forum: Canada
Mar 30th 2011, 9:37 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,663
Posted By macarre

Re: Having a baby in UK after becoming PR....

Actually, in terms of medical insurance your baby will need private coverage until he / she becomes a permanent resident, I believe. You can arrange a visitor's insurance to this end.
Forum: Canada
Mar 30th 2011, 9:34 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,663
Posted By macarre

Re: Having a baby in UK after becoming PR....

No, it does not impact these areas you mentioned. Your baby will still be entitled to free medical care, schooling and also child allowance. Note that some things are not free, such as day care fees...
Forum: Canada
Mar 30th 2011, 4:41 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,663
Posted By macarre

Re: Having a baby in UK after becoming PR....

Hi, been on this same boat with PR cards in hands, before baby was born in UK. The official line is that the newborn cannot come to Canada before sponsorship is granted (which normally takes about 6...
Forum: Canada
Mar 17th 2011, 4:34 pm
Replies: 49
Views: 10,341
Posted By macarre

Re: Returning to the UK

Would you have any examples on Pros for Canada? Tx!
Forum: Canada
Mar 17th 2011, 1:22 pm
Replies: 49
Views: 10,341
Posted By macarre

Re: Returning to the UK

Agree with everything. I live in Edmonton and if you think Calgary is bad, just try it here. Mountains (Jasper) are a 3 hours drive, and there is not much else to do unless you catch an expensive...
Forum: Canada
Mar 11th 2011, 5:12 am
Replies: 14
Views: 2,007
Posted By macarre

Re: UK mail address

Thank you all and specially britsnake. That clarifies my question. Have a good day everyone.
Forum: Canada
Mar 11th 2011, 4:25 am
Replies: 14
Views: 2,007
Posted By macarre

Re: UK mail address

Hi, the Landlord in question is the freehold owner (also known/ referred to as the landlord). As the owner of the property (a flat) I would be the lessee.
Thank you for the RM tip, and I used this...
Forum: Canada
Mar 11th 2011, 3:06 am
Replies: 14
Views: 2,007
Posted By macarre

UK mail address

I have property in the UK, and the landlord is claiming that they have no legal obligation to send correspondence to my address here in Canada (where I reside), and therefore I must provide a UK...
Forum: Canada
Mar 9th 2011, 9:45 am
Replies: 38
Views: 4,560
Posted By macarre

Re: Advice on Calgary in general?

'and I think this may be because Canadians tend to be a bit more narrow-minded in their way of thinking. '


Yes, totally agree with that statement.


From experience I can say that Edmonton...
Forum: Canada
Mar 9th 2011, 9:28 am
Replies: 17
Views: 1,981
Posted By macarre

Re: Second Landing

I fell into the same situation. No, there is no such things as a 'second landing'. Once you have gone through all the immigration procedures first time you landed, you are already a permanent...
Forum: Canada
Jun 23rd 2010, 2:48 am
Replies: 4
Views: 702
Posted By macarre

Re: Letting out a condo in Edmonton

Thank you for your contribution.
I just heard back from someone who came to see my condo last week and she wants to rent it!!!
This was through an ad I've put in the residents website. One of my...
Forum: Canada
Jun 21st 2010, 4:13 am
Replies: 4
Views: 702
Posted By macarre

Letting out a condo in Edmonton

Hi, I was wondering if anybody knows the most effective vehicles to advertise a 2-bed condo I am letting out in Edmonton?
I am using rentedmonton.com at the moment, and was wondering whether I...
Forum: Canada
Jun 9th 2010, 3:01 am
Replies: 36
Views: 6,087
Posted By macarre

Re: Help - Timmys won't hire me!

Hi, I know it is quite a tough decision to move to a completely different area but the job market is OK in Alberta. Here in Edmonton my guess is that it will not take you too long to find a job. I...
Forum: Canada
Jun 1st 2010, 12:42 pm
Replies: 3
Views: 825
Posted By macarre

Business account vs. Personal Account

Hi, anyone out there knows whether I can run a small (home) business using only a personal bank account as opposed to a business bank account?
Any idea on tax implications?
I live in Alberta. Any...
Forum: Canada
Mar 17th 2010, 12:49 pm
Replies: 6
Views: 2,728
Posted By macarre

Edmonton - connect BBQ to gas hook up

Hi, I wanted someone to come round and connect my new BBQ to the natural gas hook up. Anyone be able to recommend a specialist in the Edmonton area (Downtown 109st w/ 103 ave).?
It might be an easy...
Forum: Canada
Mar 15th 2010, 5:37 am
Replies: 3
Views: 732
Posted By macarre

Re: Alberta - retirement

Altough not quite what I've asked, I actually just found something related.

http://www.seniors.gov.ab.ca/financial_assistance/seniors_benefit/index.asp
Forum: Canada
Mar 15th 2010, 4:50 am
Replies: 3
Views: 732
Posted By macarre

Alberta - retirement

Hi, other than CPP and Old Age Security which are funded by the Federal Government, are there any other pension / pension top up programs funded by the Alberta Government? If yes, where can I find...
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