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Forum: Canada
Apr 10th 2012, 12:23 pm
Replies: 20
Views: 14,057
Posted By albert_ed

Re: HSBC Premier Account International Exchange rates

Hi Luckyone

Like you we are moving GBP to CDN regularly. I cannot believe we are the only 2 people affected by this change. It will add up to several $100's over a year and a big hit without being...
Forum: Canada
Mar 27th 2012, 11:15 pm
Replies: 20
Views: 14,057
Posted By albert_ed

HSBC Premier Account International Exchange rates

Just a heads up to those transferring money between UK/Canada using their HSBC Premier accounts, the rates have suddenly become less competitive this week. :eek:

Calls to HSBC Premier revealed...
Aug 22nd 2011, 4:02 am
Replies: 42
Views: 19,829
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Morecambe and Carnforth

Sallysimons is right about Kendal - great place!

There are a few other places worth considering....depends on budget and how much you want to travel to the larger cities like Manchester,...
Jun 8th 2011, 7:40 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 3,199
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Maple Ridge

Hi JonboyE

Thanks for such a great amount of detailed information. I'm quite curious to see what its like down at the ridge to the Semiahmoo peninsula, that sounds promising and certainly looks...
Jun 8th 2011, 4:13 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 3,199
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Maple Ridge

Hi

I'm considering a job offer in Surrey.

My other half works close to the Oakridge Skytrain Station, but could/would use a car.

Does anyone have a view on 3 questions:

1. Is there...
May 26th 2011, 12:08 am
Replies: 15
Views: 3,808
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Passport Processing Times (Washington)

A simple renewal posted out to Washington April 6th returned today May 25th, Vancouver complete with new circuit board. Good job I wasn't in a hurry. That'll be $225 thank you very much.
May 16th 2011, 4:34 pm
Replies: 25
Views: 2,458
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Can anyone recommend a removal company in Alberta to move back to UK?

Hi Sharon

Thanks that would be helpful - although mention the letters "BC" and the price seems to skyrocket, HST etc. :frown:

E
May 16th 2011, 4:21 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 2,713
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Recomended shipping companies from BC Canada back to UK?

Hello Hightide

Thanks for that excellent information. I hope it all go's smoothly with unpacking at the the other end and life in the UK works out

Cheers

Ed
May 16th 2011, 6:17 am
Replies: 11
Views: 2,713
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Recomended shipping companies from BC Canada back to UK?

Hi

Some very good company recommendations here, but I wondered if anyone has any idea of recent price quotes for Vancouver to UK, so I know what I'm if for (HST included)? How long does it take...
May 16th 2011, 5:47 am
Replies: 25
Views: 2,458
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Can anyone recommend a removal company in Alberta to move back to UK?

Hi

We are in Vancouver and heard Williams Moving are good. We are considering a move back to the UK, has anyone any ideas of what these companies charge door to door ?
Forum: Canada
Jan 22nd 2011, 5:15 am
Replies: 5
Views: 833
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Recruiters in Victoria / Vancouver...?

Hi Dozzpot

Sounds like you have a good technical background within a range of sectors, similar to my own background. We landed here in August '10 and if you can connect with me through Linked-In I...
Forum: Canada
Mar 21st 2010, 3:51 pm
Replies: 69
Views: 8,658
Posted By albert_ed

Forum: Canada
Mar 21st 2010, 3:49 pm
Replies: 69
Views: 8,658
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Move to Canada?? I must be mad!!

Ah right I looked up Stoolbend and it said Virginia, US! Didnt want to accuse you of being an American or anything!

In November last year there was an interesting publication - there are...
Forum: Canada
Mar 21st 2010, 11:50 am
Replies: 69
Views: 8,658
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Move to Canada?? I must be mad!!

Hi Piff Poff

I think if your employment situation is OK and secure, I'd stay put. Wherever you are in the world the next couple of years are going to be tough. Good luck E
Forum: Canada
Mar 21st 2010, 11:47 am
Replies: 69
Views: 8,658
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Move to Canada?? I must be mad!!

did you miss out the word you? Are you in the US?
Forum: Canada
Mar 21st 2010, 11:45 am
Replies: 69
Views: 8,658
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Move to Canada?? I must be mad!!

Lived in the US. Does that qualify me? Sound like you are out of touch with the UK my friend. FYI there are some regions of the UK where 80%+ of the employment is for the government. I am one of...
Forum: Canada
Mar 20th 2010, 8:56 pm
Replies: 69
Views: 8,658
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Move to Canada?? I must be mad!!

Hi Piff Poff

I know the winters must be tough in Alberta & we have no real experience of them, apart from a couple of ski hols to Lake Louise. We live in the wettest (and most beautiful!) part of...
Forum: Canada
Dec 7th 2009, 12:36 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 473
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Mountain biking in and around Kelowna

Thank you Strawberyy, that sounds just the job. I'll see them there......

Hmm....hurtling at speed....That reminds be I think I'd better look at health insurance cover.
Forum: Canada
Dec 7th 2009, 12:34 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 473
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Mountain biking in and around Kelowna

Thank you thats brilliant, some great links. I'm now convinced this is the place for me. Now.....just that job to sort out.

BTW are you a Printer?
Forum: Canada
Dec 6th 2009, 10:46 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 473
Posted By albert_ed

Mountain biking in and around Kelowna

We visited the Okanagan this summer and had a good look around at towns and some properties etc. I loved the place and we are already in possession of our PR's do ready to go next summer when kids...
Forum: Canada
Jun 5th 2009, 4:49 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 1,233
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Me with the wobbles again

Hi

Yes, know what you mean about wobbling.....

I'm not sure this response will help, 'cos I'm in a similar boat. We live in a picturesque part of the UK and the last few weeks have been...
Forum: Canada
May 27th 2009, 7:17 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 917
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Pretty exciting

Good idea.....now where exactly is Alberda? ;)
Forum: Canada
May 27th 2009, 4:35 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 917
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Pretty exciting

Well it'd probably be the 4hrs then as I'm an intermediate skier and downhill/xc biker :(
Forum: Canada
May 27th 2009, 3:42 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 917
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Pretty exciting

Is there any skiing or mountain biking nearby (Edmonton)? Also what would a 2bed rental in the South west side cost a month? Questions, questions :confused:
Forum: Canada
May 27th 2009, 11:44 am
Replies: 12
Views: 917
Posted By albert_ed

Re: Pretty exciting

I've a job offer from Edmonton. So I'll be watching the replies.....!
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