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Forum: Canada
May 18th 2026, 9:36 am
Replies: 67
Views: 8,862
Posted By JamesM

Re: ETA in effect for Canadians 25 February 2026

I haven't.

But nice to see you! And I hope you are well!
Forum: Canada
May 5th 2026, 12:10 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 8,862
Posted By JamesM

Re: ETA in effect for Canadians 25 February 2026

He's not a "cradle"
Forum: Canada
May 4th 2026, 12:24 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 8,862
Posted By JamesM

Re: ETA in effect for Canadians 25 February 2026

Here you go: https://www.gov.uk/renounce-british-nationality

That should solve your conundrum.
Forum: Canada
Apr 27th 2026, 1:15 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 8,862
Posted By JamesM

Re: ETA in effect for Canadians 25 February 2026

I'm genuinely astounded by the ongoing noise around this ETA.

Typical Brits abroad nonsense.
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Apr 27th 2026, 1:07 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 765
Posted By JamesM

Re: McGill University

There's apparently a Tim Horton's in Glasgow.

It'll be like you never left Oakville!
Forum: Canada
Apr 12th 2026, 3:18 pm
Replies: 2
Views: 727
Posted By JamesM

Re: Capital Gains Tax in Canada

If their tax residency is in the UK then they’d need to follow UK tax laws on any gains
Forum: Canada
Mar 27th 2026, 11:33 am
Replies: 15
Views: 3,070
Posted By JamesM

Re: 27M from Hull - Thinking about Vancouver or Toronto

I loved that bucket hat!
Forum: Canada
Mar 25th 2026, 3:24 pm
Replies: 15
Views: 3,070
Posted By JamesM

Re: 27M from Hull - Thinking about Vancouver or Toronto

The day my clothing was stolen at the local rec centre and I had to walk home in a pair of speedos with a towel over my shoulder did not raise a single eye brow in Parkdale. The emperor could walk...
Forum: Canada
Mar 25th 2026, 3:07 pm
Replies: 15
Views: 3,070
Posted By JamesM

Re: 27M from Hull - Thinking about Vancouver or Toronto

The nightlife in Vancouver is rubbish compared to Toronto or even Hull.

As far as time zones go in Vancouver you are 8 hours behind the UK. If you like watching football on weekends get used to...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Feb 23rd 2026, 12:09 pm
Replies: 25
Views: 1,687
Posted By JamesM

Re: UK Frozen Pensions

You should claim your 11 years worth and you can still top it up to 17. It is money you're "entitled" to and you can probably put it to better use than any government would.
Forum: Immigration & Citizenship (Canada)
Nov 26th 2025, 9:13 am
Replies: 2
Views: 775
Posted By JamesM

Re: Am i doing this right?

I believe you have to be in Canada to apply for the permit- my advice is to post this in the immigration section or get a mod to move it there.
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Sep 21st 2025, 5:12 am
Replies: 43
Views: 15,233
Posted By JamesM

Re: Why are the potatoes so rubbish?

Cheese and Sausages

Moved for the children

The two pillars that held this place together for so long.
Forum: Canada
May 6th 2025, 1:24 pm
Replies: 7
Views: 7,163
Posted By JamesM

Re: Well, here I am!

That's enough for about 6 months to 8 months depending on how frugal you are. I think you could get a job in that time and get some cash coming in during that time.
Forum: Canada
Apr 26th 2025, 3:50 am
Replies: 6
Views: 2,971
Posted By JamesM

Re: 2024 Canada tax - accountant let us down

In their defence accountants in Canada who do personal taxes are slammed this time of year.

My accountant is like a doctor in flu season with people lined up at their practice.

They then shut...
Forum: Immigration & Citizenship (Canada)
Mar 18th 2025, 2:38 pm
Replies: 8
Views: 5,214
Posted By JamesM

Re: Moving from The UK to Canada, I have an IEC but my partner doesn't qualify.

Was there ever an open work permit for partners with IEC? I don't think so. The visa was meant for young people to work, travel and explore not immigrate.

Either way I'd suggest you put this in...
Forum: Canada
Mar 18th 2025, 2:30 pm
Replies: 32
Views: 22,657
Posted By JamesM

Re: Anyone flown to the UK recently

As the link you've posted says- just present the British passport on the other side and you are fine.

"Those who hold British passports are exempt from the ETA requirement. UK citizens can enter...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jan 2nd 2025, 12:19 am
Replies: 1
Views: 1,280
Posted By JamesM

Re: RRSP and returning to UK?

You can keep it but you are taxed on any growth.
Forum: Canada
Dec 14th 2024, 9:20 am
Replies: 4
Views: 1,214
Posted By JamesM

Re: Going to the Bills game

When I was a PR you needed an ESTA and your British passport to enter the US. your PR card to come back. The ESTA is a quick online process.
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Dec 6th 2024, 6:48 am
Replies: 3
Views: 1,161
Posted By JamesM

Re: The nice Christmas music thread 2

Certainly not the finest hour for the British Pop industry!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNkgDJpcuwU

Still better than Bob Geldoff's 93rd version of "Do They Know It's Christmas". Why the...
Forum: Immigration & Citizenship (Canada)
Jun 11th 2024, 1:43 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 1,404
Posted By JamesM

Re: Refusal of PR - Healthcare ITA Express Entry

Yup. If you're going to appeal call an Immigration lawyer.

You've learned the hard way- CIC don't mess around. Always make sure you have the best and most accurate documents possible. They've...
Forum: Immigration & Citizenship (Canada)
Jun 5th 2024, 12:48 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 1,821
Posted By JamesM

Re: Does Canadian citizenship expire?

Airlines will refuse boarding.

As a Citizen of Canada you would require either your Passport, Citizenship document or a valid NEXUS card. You have to confirm which document you are showing when...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Apr 20th 2024, 4:50 am
Replies: 8
Views: 4,596
Posted By JamesM

Re: Boarding Procedures at YYZ with Air Canada?

I understand why I'm always Zone 5 now.

I always thought it was to board based on speed and never understood why it was a gong show with people sitting everywhere.

I've learned to not rush...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Apr 2nd 2024, 2:03 am
Replies: 43
Views: 15,233
Posted By JamesM

Re: Why are the potatoes so rubbish?

Wait till the OP tries the cheese and sausages!
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Mar 22nd 2024, 5:33 am
Replies: 11
Views: 2,081
Posted By JamesM

Re: UK Inheritance

I'm ready.

My number hasn't changed if you still have it???

If not but your number is the same I can WhatsApp you!
Forum: Canada
Mar 19th 2024, 4:10 am
Replies: 22
Views: 6,592
Posted By JamesM

Re: How to make the payment for class 2 NI contributions

8 weeks. Good to know! I will put something in the calendar to check end of May.
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