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Forum: Canada
Aug 4th 2010, 1:22 am
Replies: 13
Views: 1,491
Posted By barrett

Re: Engineering Work in Canada

last i heard, nova scotia department of transportation is recruiting :thumbup:
check their website
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jul 22nd 2010, 10:32 pm
Replies: 51
Views: 4,112
Posted By barrett

Re: hi spec PC

i recently bought a laptop at costco..don't ask me the specs but it runs CAD no problem at all, 17" screen and it cost $950. (on sale from $1250) Go online Costco shopping because they don't put all...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jul 22nd 2010, 5:20 am
Replies: 58
Views: 5,454
Posted By barrett

Re: Winter driving

i got bored after post #10 so if it is repetative I apologize....winter equipment is actually less about snow & more about ICE, so don't just look at average annual snowfall. I prefer to drive in...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 28th 2010, 12:51 am
Replies: 19
CAA
Views: 1,933
Posted By barrett

Re: CAA

if you have run out of the original manufacturers warranty, i'd recommend CAA. One tow is likely in the ballpark of $80 for just a few kms in the city, if you are on the highway it can be much much...
Forum: Canada
May 9th 2010, 4:51 am
Replies: 20
Views: 2,119
Posted By barrett

Re: Good Realtor Halifax, NS

most of the shops (sears, world wide furniture, etc.) deliver 1 or 2 days a week for a fee, usually $50.
Forum: Canada
May 4th 2010, 10:50 pm
Replies: 20
Views: 2,119
Posted By barrett

Re: Good Realtor Halifax, NS

buy a bed new when you arrive, (I've just purchased a nice double size for about $400 taxes in) the rest i'd shop on Kijiji for deals on used furniture, use a patio set for a dining table (i have...
Forum: Canada
Apr 30th 2010, 3:52 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,191
Posted By barrett

Re: trailer parks,are they worth it ?

it is a cheap alternative and like someone else replied, more of a community. A lot of your happiness would depend upon your neighbours, much like in an apartment with thin walls. The trailers are...
Forum: Canada
Apr 18th 2010, 11:00 pm
Replies: 21
Views: 2,653
Posted By barrett

Re: Renting a property - Is it true ...?

haven't heard of anyone hiring a realtor for rentals before...nor negotiating a whole lot on rentals ...sounds like a money grab for those without access to/ interest in the internet?
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Apr 13th 2010, 3:11 am
Replies: 4
Views: 773
Posted By barrett

Thumbs up My house in NS is for sale!

I am in shock, but we took the plunge and the house is now officially on the market & on MLS {#40237877 if you are curious}
:fingerscrossed: we hope to secure land & build a house this year, how...
Forum: Canada
Apr 7th 2010, 10:55 pm
Replies: 24
Views: 1,871
Posted By barrett

Re: Restrictive Covenants...again

another point since you said you are rural, and many get delayed from this: seeding/sodding must be done over a septic field to obtain an occupancy permit
Forum: Canada
Apr 6th 2010, 3:58 am
Replies: 21
PEI
Views: 3,128
Posted By barrett

Re: PEI

I live rural, but PEI takes rural to a whole new level. I am there often, in all seasons and dread every trip. It offers nothing to me that NS does not offer. The $42 it costs to get off the Island...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Mar 25th 2010, 12:05 am
Replies: 228
Views: 10,578
Posted By barrett

Re: Is this the beginning of the end for realtors?

Ok i am about to sell my house in the next couple of weeks. I have had 3 realtors in, 1 from Assist-to-sell. I am baffled at why a realtor is worth 6% and to top it off why do i pay the HST on the...
Forum: Canada
Mar 6th 2010, 1:10 am
Replies: 8
Views: 943
Posted By barrett

Re: Want to know some good areas of Halifax/Dartmouth.

if you are relying on public transit, i'd check the routes thoroughly before deciding or you could end up with 3 transfers. If you are driving, keep in mind what a pain in the arse the bridges can be...
Forum: Canada
Mar 4th 2010, 1:45 am
Replies: 8
Views: 943
Posted By barrett

Re: Want to know some good areas of Halifax/Dartmouth.

avoid gaston Road, avoid Albro Lake area

If you have a specific ad you want to know about, PM me and i'll let you know what it is like :)
Forum: Canada
Feb 11th 2010, 2:57 am
Replies: 93
Views: 7,422
Posted By barrett

Re: French Emersion

I agree with you totally, loads of kids are unprepared & they are coddled too much in high school.
Forum: Canada
Feb 11th 2010, 2:01 am
Replies: 93
Views: 7,422
Posted By barrett

Re: French Emersion

:p
Forum: Canada
Feb 11th 2010, 1:28 am
Replies: 93
Views: 7,422
Posted By barrett

Re: French Emersion

I did it, starting @ Grade 7. From that point of view i'd say start at Primary level & ideally a french school-not immersion, or not @ all. It was an isolating experience and my skills at best...
Forum: Canada
Feb 10th 2010, 1:16 am
Replies: 7
Views: 1,234
Posted By barrett

Re: Job situation London Area Ontario

contact the union in the area where you are seeking employment. They should be able to give you an honest answer for job prospects.
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Feb 4th 2010, 6:05 am
Replies: 37
Views: 3,141
Posted By barrett

Re: Canadian packed lunch / picnic - school project

hockey jersey, earflap winter hat, snowboots
a canadian lunch.... i am stumped. :unsure:
Forum: Canada
Feb 3rd 2010, 10:54 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 1,415
Posted By barrett

Re: Singleton - Tornoto(ish) - House share hunt. Any advice?

what about a Hostel for a few nights in central TO to get your bearings, then decide from there? They are much cheaper and offer a better social experience. I stayed in Hostels when i travelled and...
Forum: Canada
Feb 3rd 2010, 10:47 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 858
Posted By barrett

Re: ball park figure re medical insurance?

3 of the most common, might as well get an estimate direct from the source as everyone is different!
http://www.bluecross.ca/

http://www.manulife.ca/canada/canada1.nsf/public/homepage
...
Forum: Canada
Feb 2nd 2010, 11:34 pm
Replies: 50
Views: 6,073
Posted By barrett

Re: salary check!

potentially useful sites:

http://www.livingin-canada.com/work-salaries-wages-canada.html
...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Feb 2nd 2010, 5:07 am
Replies: 13
Views: 1,042
Posted By barrett

Re: Pet Insurance

we use pcfinancial, and carry only accidental @ $15/mo. I'll be dropping it soon though. I have enough in a dog-specific savings account that i am comfortable enough to go it alone :) Not a big fan...
Forum: Canada
Jan 19th 2010, 10:42 pm
Replies: 28
Views: 3,012
Posted By barrett

Re: Halifax or bust...any opinions?

Canadians BBQ all year long! :thumbsup::thumbsup:
I am in Halifax and we really only got snow about 2 weeks ago that stayed and I did see pics from the new year of people on a local golf course!
Forum: Canada
Jan 19th 2010, 12:52 am
Replies: 19
Views: 5,102
Posted By barrett

Re: Baillie Lake - Nova Scotia

be nice for a week i'm sure, but a long boring drive to Halifax.
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