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Forum: Canada
Feb 19th 2021, 6:56 pm
Replies: 0
Views: 652
Posted By Lamin

Has anybody joined the CDN Reserves

Like the title says has anybody joined the CDN Reserve Forces.

If so would you mind corresponding?

Many thanks.
Forum: Canada
Oct 27th 2020, 8:22 pm
Replies: 22
Views: 2,127
Posted By Lamin

Re: Truro nova scotia

I dont know much about rentals in Truro, I live in Halifax. Regarding the car, I couldn't imagine life without one and I would think it is a must in Truro.
Forum: Canada
Oct 23rd 2020, 3:15 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,298
Posted By Lamin

Re: Any ex UK armed forces that have moved to Canada.

Buddy, I doubt you will get any job offer before you arrive. IMP in Halifax use to recruit, mainly aviation trades but I believe that has dried up now. If your Navy you can try Irvings. A lot of ex...
Forum: Canada
Oct 23rd 2020, 3:08 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 1,152
Posted By Lamin

Canada financially am I doing it right.

I was hoping I could get some advice or feedback regarding my situation? I have citizenship, live in Halifax and been here nearly 4 years, aged 52. I have a house that I own 75% of (value $420,000)...
Forum: Canada
Aug 30th 2020, 9:35 pm
Replies: 2
Views: 672
Posted By Lamin

Tax and working outside Canada?

I seem to recall that if you lived in the UK but spent 180 days outside of it, then earnings could be tax free? If true is there a similar set up in Canada?

I live in Nova Scotia but may well have...
Forum: Canada
Jun 26th 2020, 8:20 pm
Replies: 2
Views: 649
Posted By Lamin

Insurance bundles for Nova Scotia, any recommendations?

Quickly approaching my third year anniversary out here in Halifax and as such my house and auto insurance is up for renewal. They (Johnsons) have just sent me their renewal and it has come in at $32...
Forum: Canada
Jun 16th 2020, 12:57 pm
Replies: 13
Views: 805
Posted By Lamin

Legalities of lending personal money in Canada.

If you were to lend somebody some money to pay a debt in Canada, is there any sort of legal paperwork that can be used to ensure you can legally get back what is owed or would this be the sole...
Forum: Canada
Jun 16th 2020, 12:48 pm
Replies: 8
Views: 1,320
Posted By Lamin

EI--------would somebody be able to explain this in simple terms?

I am employed in various capacities mainly casual but one role does employ me for 75% of my working time. Its a little unusual in that I am classed as full time / hourly however due to the nature of...
Forum: Canada
May 4th 2020, 8:38 pm
Replies: 8
Views: 829
Posted By Lamin

Which DVD player and where from for UK DVDs

As the title suggest, im after a cheap run of the mill DVD player to watch both UK and N American DVDS on.

Due to shopping restrictions can anybody recommend a make and model that I can order ?
...
Forum: Canada
Mar 6th 2020, 9:39 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 999
Posted By Lamin

Cutting all UK fnacial ties, house rental etc ---- advice.

Hi all, I've been here 2.5 years now and have finally settled in. Home owner, contractor / casual worker and a little self employed, not the route I thought but hey .

I obvoiusly pay tax here...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Feb 26th 2020, 9:07 pm
Replies: 0
Views: 458
Posted By Lamin

Driving to Savannah Georgia from Halifax---any tips?

As stated looking at potentially driving from Halifax to Savannah in April. Has anybody done it or got any tips.

Planning an 8 day journey but not taking in NYC or DC etc ive done a lot of East...
Forum: Canada
Jan 9th 2020, 5:21 pm
Replies: 7
Views: 886
Posted By Lamin

Which vehicle to lease? Given up on my Dodge :(

I have a 3.5 year old Dodge Grand Caravan and at 117,000 the transmission has just gone----shocking. After another steering rack fault that was luckily covered by warranty I am thinking of just...
Forum: Canada
Sep 29th 2019, 5:56 pm
Replies: 3
Views: 748
Posted By Lamin

Tenant and key deposit

Would anybody be able to offer some advice on this subject? I let a room to a 25 year old, he signed a contract and gave a key deposit. It transpired that despite his assurances he is dirty, untidy...
Forum: Canada
Sep 26th 2019, 4:28 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 645
Posted By Lamin

Rental property in UK-----can you switch tax to Canada only

Hi,

As stated I have a rental property in the Uk which I pay tax on in the UK and have an accountant that handles it for me. He informed me regardless of my expat status I have to pay UK tax on...
Forum: Canada
Sep 21st 2019, 5:22 pm
Replies: 6
Views: 952
Posted By Lamin

Best tire provider------winter and summer

I need to buy some new tires for my Dodge Caravan. Ive saved a bit of money so Im thinking of purchasing both winter and summer ones in one go-----this helps with a bit of a tax write off too, if not...
Forum: Canada
Sep 21st 2019, 5:18 pm
Replies: 2
Views: 480
Posted By Lamin

Self employed-----who to turn to for business insurance.

Hi,

I have set up and incorporated a small logistics business, now I need to cover myself with some type of insurance. Ive been told that I need admissions and liability insurance.

Has anybody...
Forum: Canada
Sep 16th 2019, 3:28 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 922
Posted By Lamin

Where to save rental income in the UK?

Hi all.

I have a house in the UK that I let and as such I make some rental money on, over and above my mortgage and management fees. I don't believe the amount is worth transferring on a monthly...
Forum: Canada
Sep 13th 2019, 8:05 pm
Replies: 6
Views: 1,311
Posted By Lamin

U Haul---- any alternatives, suggestions small move from Ont to NS

Hi,

As depicted moving the contents of a one room apt from Toronto (mid town) to NS. A moving company has quoted $1200 - $1500 + HST :(

Wondering if DIY via U Haul / PODS or such would work out...
Forum: Canada
Sep 2nd 2019, 3:33 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 569
Posted By Lamin

Which Internet provider in NS

I am currently with Bell as part of a package, cable, landline, internet etc.

I seem to recall when I first set the account up that I either had a choice between Bell or Alliant. Ive since heard...
Forum: Canada
May 18th 2019, 10:52 pm
Replies: 164
Views: 38,263
Posted By Lamin

Re: So when does it "get better"

Tumbling Dice, do reveal all. I live in Halifax and am gagging for a good Chinese, as for curry I've tried the Rada which is about the best. Love to hear your comments.
Forum: Canada
Apr 2nd 2019, 6:34 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 1,312
Posted By Lamin

Importing cars to Canada

Im in discussions with a colleague about the potential of importing bespoke right hand drive vehicles to Canada as he believes there is a market here for certain types of vehicles.

Has anybody...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Apr 2nd 2019, 6:31 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 654
Posted By Lamin

Hire car recommendations on returning to Heathrow.

Would anybody be able to suggest a good hire car company at Heathrow and if so did they find it any cheaper using eithe a U.K. or CDN Visa card.

Many thanks.
Forum: Canada
May 27th 2018, 11:27 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 858
Posted By Lamin

Re: Secret shopper and other unusual job suggestions

J-A-UK-------pm sent, thank you.
Forum: Canada
May 24th 2018, 12:56 am
Replies: 9
Views: 858
Posted By Lamin

Re: Secret shopper and other unusual job suggestions

Thanks for the response (JA UK I will drop you a pm if you don't mind).
Forum: Canada
May 21st 2018, 11:45 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 858
Posted By Lamin

Secret shopper and other unusual job suggestions

Im wondering if anybody can give me some suggestions on unusual and interesting ways of making a living? I gave up my career when I moved over to NS and do a few assorted things which I enjoy. I like...
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