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Forum: Canada
Dec 31st 2013, 1:40 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 3,568
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Moving to Vancouver - info needed please

Sorry had not seen the last 3 message, already opened a bank account, not scotia. Thanks anyways.
Forum: Canada
Dec 29th 2013, 6:35 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 3,568
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Moving to Vancouver - info needed please

We just arrived here yesterday, so too early for any pointers I guess. Good luck with your fellowship. Most people on british expats have been extremely helpful and gave really good advise.
Forum: Canada
Nov 30th 2013, 6:08 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,515
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Maternity hospital in Vancouver

Thanks Lilipuddlian. Congratulations and good luck to you too. How do I self refer to a mid-wife, directly in the hospital or do they run clinics outside hospital?
Will that mean it will be mid-wife...
Forum: Canada
Nov 29th 2013, 8:21 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,515
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Maternity hospital in Vancouver

Thanks for your reply. This is what I was looking for, personal experiences from people as it really helps. We will fill the MSP forms as well and post it on the day we arrive in Canada. Looks like I...
Forum: Canada
Nov 28th 2013, 5:43 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,515
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Maternity hospital in Vancouver

Thank you all for your reply.
Foreigngirl thank you very much for your reply, that is exactly what I was looking for. I remember you from the other thread I had started and was hoping you would...
Forum: Canada
Nov 28th 2013, 1:59 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,515
Posted By Londonresident

Maternity hospital in Vancouver

We will be moving to Kitsilano, Vancouver end of December 2013. I am expecting a baby end of March 2014. Can someone please advise which is the nearest maternity unit to us (also with good...
Forum: Canada
Nov 19th 2013, 4:29 am
Replies: 24
Views: 2,659
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Medical Insurance for British columbia

Once again thanks Aviator :) I just made an observation they are cheaper, never said they are better:D. I am planning to speak to the insurance agents and compare a few and then buy. Would be helpful...
Forum: Canada
Nov 18th 2013, 11:44 pm
Replies: 24
Views: 2,659
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Medical Insurance for British columbia

Thanks Siouxie. Had a quick look at duinsure. They seem cheaper, will compare with Pacific Blue Cross and decide.
Forum: Canada
Nov 18th 2013, 11:40 pm
Replies: 24
Views: 2,659
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Medical Insurance for British columbia

Thanks withabix. Mostly decided on Pacific Blue Cross. But may buy it before we fly if possible, as we will have one less thing to do when we arrive.
Forum: Canada
Nov 18th 2013, 11:37 pm
Replies: 24
Views: 2,659
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Medical Insurance for British columbia

Thanks. Good to know one less thing to worry about.
Forum: Canada
Nov 18th 2013, 11:37 pm
Replies: 24
Views: 2,659
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Medical Insurance for British columbia

Thanks Dorftrottel. Good to know you had a positive experience when you had to make a claim. So will go for Pacific Blue Cross and will buy it online before we leave UK for our peace of mind.
Forum: Canada
Nov 18th 2013, 11:34 pm
Replies: 24
Views: 2,659
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Medical Insurance for British columbia

Thanks Amtobi. I did look at BUPA yesterday night after your first reply. Further to the other replies I have had may consider Pacific Blue Cross as many seem to have used it. Agree with you travel...
Forum: Canada
Nov 18th 2013, 7:36 am
Replies: 24
Views: 2,659
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Medical Insurance for British columbia

Thanks Amtobi. No I am not looking for any cover for my pregnancy, as I am aware that my pregnancy will not be covered with any insurance. Any scans and blood tests I need we will have to pay from...
Forum: Canada
Nov 18th 2013, 7:31 am
Replies: 24
Views: 2,659
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Medical Insurance for British columbia

Thanks..
Forum: Canada
Nov 18th 2013, 7:30 am
Replies: 24
Views: 2,659
Posted By Londonresident

Re: Medical Insurance for British columbia

Thanks for your reply. As orly said, I din't say BC is a state!! However that's not important. Will look into the insurances you have mentioned.
Forum: Canada
Nov 18th 2013, 2:37 am
Replies: 24
Views: 2,659
Posted By Londonresident

Medical Insurance for British columbia

We are moving to Vancouver, BC on 28th December 2013. As the state health insurance does not start until 1st March 2014, as per our understanding we need to take out some kind of private health...
Forum: Canada
Oct 1st 2013, 9:55 am
Replies: 48
Views: 3,388
Posted By Londonresident

Re: House to rent in Kitsilano - is this rent reasonable?

More than being good with a townhome, I think that is what we can afford and yeah we live in a townhouse here, so used to it.
Forum: Canada
Oct 1st 2013, 9:37 am
Replies: 48
Views: 3,388
Posted By Londonresident

Re: House to rent in Kitsilano - is this rent reasonable?

Thanks Oink. Will remember that.
Forum: Canada
Oct 1st 2013, 9:34 am
Replies: 48
Views: 3,388
Posted By Londonresident

Re: House to rent in Kitsilano - is this rent reasonable?

So its the same as in UK. Thanks for clarifying.
Forum: Canada
Oct 1st 2013, 9:24 am
Replies: 48
Views: 3,388
Posted By Londonresident

Re: House to rent in Kitsilano - is this rent reasonable?

Thanks Lychee. You just put my spirits up. The photo is amazing.
Forum: Canada
Oct 1st 2013, 9:19 am
Replies: 48
Views: 3,388
Posted By Londonresident

Re: House to rent in Kitsilano - is this rent reasonable?

Hi Shard,
Thanks for looking up on streetview, really appreciate it. It is clearly advertised as a townhouse. But the owner said there are 5 townhouses in the building and this was the largest. I...
Forum: Canada
Oct 1st 2013, 9:08 am
Replies: 48
Views: 3,388
Posted By Londonresident

Re: House to rent in Kitsilano - is this rent reasonable?

Thanks Lychee. The property we are considering is on W 5th avenue (not Yew street). It is on W 5th Avenue between Yew and Vine street. Hope its not the worst part of Kits.
Forum: Canada
Oct 1st 2013, 8:58 am
Replies: 48
Views: 3,388
Posted By Londonresident

Re: House to rent in Kitsilano - is this rent reasonable?

Thanks for your feedback.
Forum: Canada
Oct 1st 2013, 7:56 am
Replies: 48
Views: 3,388
Posted By Londonresident

Re: House to rent in Kitsilano - is this rent reasonable?

Thanks Canucksrock. Congrats on your new arrival. Will PM you if need any advice, thanks for offering. Do you work at VGH?
Forum: Canada
Oct 1st 2013, 7:51 am
Replies: 48
Views: 3,388
Posted By Londonresident

Re: House to rent in Kitsilano - is this rent reasonable?

Thanks JonboyE. Will look at those websites.
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