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Forum: Canada
Apr 27th 2016, 3:09 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 1,241
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Customs

As a custom broker, we avoid personal entries because the customs officers prefer it be done in person by the individual. Also, the handling fees make most people balk at the idea of hiring a custom...
Forum: Canada
Jan 31st 2013, 4:38 pm
Replies: 57
Views: 6,332
Posted By rdashmore

Re: 40ft Shipping Container

Correct
Forum: Canada
Jan 18th 2013, 1:25 am
Replies: 40
Views: 3,734
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Moving company hell, please help!

Such examinations are randoms and yes personal effects have a higher level of scrutiny by customs. It is not entirely "AGRICULTURAL" related, that component is controlled by the CFIA and mainly...
Forum: Canada
Jan 13th 2013, 12:58 pm
Replies: 40
Views: 3,734
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Moving company hell, please help!

The reason some freight forwarders and moving companies suggest a 40' container is to avoid the problem of it appearing at your door and 20' feet not being enough. The cost to send the balance by LCL...
Forum: Canada
Jan 11th 2013, 3:26 pm
Replies: 40
Views: 3,734
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Moving company hell, please help!

Yes, shipping folk may seem like an interesting breed, we are essentially the travel agents of the cargo industry. But the reality of the matter is, moving internationally involves a lot of resources...
Forum: Canada
Sep 5th 2012, 10:55 pm
Replies: 15
Views: 1,932
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Flights for November(ish) T.O to Lon

It is all relative to fuel prices, and we are at all time high's again.
Ofcourse the airlines take liberties when demand acts up and supply is low (aka Olympics, Summer Weather, etc).

If you get...
Forum: Canada
Aug 29th 2012, 1:27 am
Replies: 360
Views: 80,778
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Best Shipping company - company and inspections?

I am pleased to hear your that your move was a positive experience.

Yes, you were fortunate to avoid a random inspection and it is quite easy to say you would have brought the items in hindsight....
Forum: Canada
Jul 23rd 2012, 1:07 am
Replies: 33
Views: 4,660
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Unexpected Customs Bill

Context indeed, I thought you were the person who initiated the post and tied your comments into their scenario, which makes more sense. If it's a gift from a family member I can see your concern, it...
Forum: Canada
Jul 20th 2012, 4:36 pm
Replies: 33
Views: 4,660
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Unexpected Customs Bill

C'mon bud. Read the fine print on the waybill you signed at origin. Your being a wee bit naive and ignorant of the process, moving things internationally means dealing with businesses (money making...
Forum: Canada
Jul 20th 2012, 2:53 am
Replies: 33
Views: 4,660
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Unexpected Customs Bill

Are these your 'personal belongings'?

If yes, its just a matter of requesting UPS to revise/amend the entry with customs. Keep in mind, UPS may likely charge another brokerage fee to reclaim your...
Forum: Canada
Jul 14th 2012, 5:32 pm
Replies: 423
Views: 40,164
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Is it REALLY much better????

The average person moving for gainful employment cannot be compared to the masses that may move to France or Spain because they are already sitting on a lump of gold, retiring or close to retirement,...
Forum: Canada
Jul 14th 2012, 5:25 pm
Replies: 423
Views: 40,164
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Is it REALLY much better????

I think the 'cash in situation' has certainly dropped for emigrants from UK to Canada, may still be true, but not nearly as much compared to when the Pound was at 2.25 per 1 Canadian/US Dollar and...
Forum: Canada
Jul 14th 2012, 5:14 pm
Replies: 423
Views: 40,164
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Is it REALLY much better????

p.s - I don't believe we are talking about 'TRAVEL', we have been discussing emigration for employment and lifestyle opportunity.

In response, Canadians and American do love to travel, many just...
Forum: Canada
Jul 14th 2012, 5:08 pm
Replies: 423
Views: 40,164
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Is it REALLY much better????

Who needs to travel when you've got the internet?

1) I am a dual Can Brit, first born Canadian in my family.

2) Travelled to 10+ nations.

3) Lived in the UK for two years of my teenage life,...
Forum: Canada
Jul 14th 2012, 5:01 pm
Replies: 423
Views: 40,164
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Is it REALLY much better????

I read your response, put some thought into it, that yes my opinion is completely subjective but remarkably still true. Canada is a greater place of opportunity than the UK on average.

Have faith...
Forum: Canada
Jul 14th 2012, 4:44 pm
Replies: 423
Views: 40,164
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Is it REALLY much better????

There is a good argument fo Australia having similar opportunities for Brits to that available in Canada, we are very similar economies of scale and the Brits who do move to both nations are looking...
Forum: Canada
Jul 14th 2012, 4:41 pm
Replies: 423
Views: 40,164
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Is it REALLY much better????

I just do. ;o) Amazing eh!
Forum: Canada
Jul 14th 2012, 4:40 pm
Replies: 423
Views: 40,164
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Is it REALLY much better????

Yes, happy in Canada, thanks.

I am just that confident that more people settle in our direction from the UK, I did not fabricate or invent any statistic and to the contrary asked if anyone had a...
Forum: Canada
Jul 13th 2012, 5:43 pm
Replies: 423
Views: 40,164
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Is it REALLY much better????

Opportunities are plentiful in all major growth
industries, oil and gas, financials, and technology.
Our resources and banking system are the envy of the
world.

One simple statistic that...
Forum: Canada
Jul 13th 2012, 4:54 pm
Replies: 423
Views: 40,164
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Is it REALLY much better????

Your lumberjacking comment is blatant stereotypical
and rude.

Opportunities are plentiful in all major growth
industries, oil and gas, financials, and technology.
Our resources and banking...
Forum: Canada
Jul 13th 2012, 1:12 am
Replies: 423
Views: 40,164
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Is it REALLY much better????

-1, read your last paragraph again and try not to laugh. What a load of BS. Your first paragraph was bi-partisan and genuine. Did you stop for a drink or two in between? Canada has much greater...
Forum: Canada
Jul 13th 2012, 12:59 am
Replies: 28
Views: 3,601
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Shipping: Attending Customs in Person?

CBSA (Canada Customs) offices across Canada do not want third parties freight companies or customs brokers helping represent 'personal effects' customs entries. They want to see the person 'in...
Forum: Canada
Jun 26th 2012, 1:49 am
Replies: 11
Views: 6,597
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Warburtons Bread

It's 'whatever floats your boat' smart arse!
Forum: Canada
Jun 25th 2012, 2:50 am
Replies: 11
Views: 6,597
Posted By rdashmore

Warburtons Bread

One thing that I love when I visit family in Manchester and would love to have more readily available here in Canada is of all things. . . BREAD! The soft touch and taste of a loaf of WARBURTONS is...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jun 11th 2012, 1:54 am
Replies: 44
Views: 15,686
Posted By rdashmore

Re: Shipping and shared containers from Calgary to Uk

If this is who I think it is. . . hello its Rob Ashmore, don't attach this form to the pallets (not necessary), just label your UK address, Tel#, and the Booking # on each pallet will be sufficient....
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