Originally Posted by flat to the mat (Post 10423796)

It's not flat and featureless , we live in a valley that stretches across the whole Province ,and the bugs this year didn't appear ;)
Question for any Loblaw wifes and partners ( Mona Lisa ) , do they have anyone helping new families to relocate ? Just a thought because as a few of you can't work for six months would the company like you to help out with this , finding rentals etc , someone to answer concerns and questions about things which people living here take for granted but to newbie is a big deal , you know what I mean .
It could be done on a voluntary basis , please clear it with CIC , but could be a good way of keeping busy until the work permit comes and , who knows Loblaws might appreciate the gesture when your six months are up .
Just an idea ??????????????

Originally Posted by Nikkinoo75 (Post 10423598)

HI, Just thought I'd pop in and say that my Hubby has just been offered a job with Loblaw.

We have been down this road with a couple of other companies before and things have not worked out, so I'm a bit skeptical - Hubby has no doubts though - he just needs to convince me!

Life in the UK is getting worse for us, we have three children and we both struggle with secure employment, which makes finances very difficult.

Hubby is convinced that life will be better for us and our children's futures. He has no family to leave behind though, whereas I have, and also worry how this will effect our children. Our eldest is due to start his GCSEs next September and I'm worried about damaging his education.

Sorry to ramble on. Anyway, I've read the last 10 pages of this thread and it all looks pretty positive, (apart from the cold :ohmy:).

Would be good to chat to others going through the process or those who've already made the move - especially those with children. Our children are 13, 7 and 18 months.

Nikki

Originally Posted by russjp (Post 10424645)

Hi, I`m in the same position as your OH and will be starting with Loblaw as soon as my TWP turns up, my wife and I are moving to Regina with our 9 year old son so if you want to clash heads at any point then just let us know :D

Russ

Originally Posted by tattoo99 (Post 10427707)

Visa Question ....got all relevent paperwork to send to london ...but confused as to weather to send passport or a copy of the passport ...Am i actually applying for a temp resident visa or not ?
confused.com
any Help Guy's ?

Originally Posted by jamesmc (Post 10427734)

????
your twp lasts as long as your passport is valid.
what are you sending to London?
thought the Loblaws drivers were picking up TWP at point of entry into Canada.
you can arrive in Canada with LMO,paperwork you get TWP at airport.
if passport running out in oct2012 thats all the time you get

Originally Posted by tattoo99 (Post 10427711)

Think iv'e sussed this one But my passport expires in oct2013 and hope this does not effect the app

Originally Posted by meritor (Post 10428078)

GET A NEW PASSPORT.they probably won't issue anything on a passport that old.

Originally Posted by jamesmc (Post 10427734)

????
your twp lasts as long as your passport is valid.
what are you sending to London?
thought the Loblaws drivers were picking up TWP at point of entry into Canada.
you can arrive in Canada with LMO,paperwork you get TWP at airport.
if passport running out in oct2012 thats all the time you get

Originally Posted by MrYak (Post 10428247)

You get your work permit from immigration when you land in Canada.

You get a letter of recommendation from the Embassy in London to give to immigration.

Originally Posted by MrYak (Post 10428247)

You get your work permit from immigration when you land in Canada.

You get a letter of recommendation from the Embassy in London to give to immigration.

Originally Posted by MrYak (Post 10428247)

You get your work permit from immigration when you land in Canada.

You get a letter of recommendation from the Embassy in London to give to immigration.

Originally Posted by MrYak (Post 10490468)

My approval letter came in an email, never got anything thru the post from the Embassy.

Timescale - Who knows how these places work, I think mine took 13 weeks!

Originally Posted by MrYak (Post 10490468)

My approval letter came in an email, never got anything thru the post from the Embassy.

Timescale - Who knows how these places work, I think mine took 13 weeks!

Originally Posted by russjp (Post 10498288)

Well its now official, i`ve got my work permit approval so its all systems go :thumbsup:

Originally Posted by russjp (Post 10498288)

Well its now official, i`ve got my work permit approval so its all systems go :thumbsup:

Originally Posted by kb33 (Post 10499855)

Best of luck , At least you will have the bulk of winter behind you , Can still get nasty through till early April though .

Originally Posted by lozhickmore (Post 10526011)

Hi Guys, was just doing some research on Loblaw and found this forum. I am heading over to Regina on the 19th March to start work with Loblaw, is anyone else leaving on this date??

Originally Posted by lozhickmore (Post 10526763)

I think there are 12 brits going over in 2 groups. have you had any news on your work permit??

Originally Posted by lozhickmore (Post 10526866)

I was shocked how quick mine was mate, sent it on the 18th December and had my visa on the 3rd of Jan so doubt you will be waiting long

Originally Posted by lozhickmore (Post 10526011)

Hi Guys, was just doing some research on Loblaw and found this forum. I am heading over to Regina on the 19th March to start work with Loblaw, is anyone else leaving on this date??

Originally Posted by russjp (Post 10527330)

Yes mate, my family and I are travelling on the 19th march too :thumbsup: one of my friends is travelling with us too and another of my friends is in the second group going out 8 April lol

Originally Posted by lozhickmore (Post 10526866)

I was shocked how quick mine was mate, sent it on the 18th December and had my visa on the 3rd of Jan so doubt you will be waiting long

Originally Posted by lozhickmore (Post 10548143)

I have a 2 year working/study visa. Its about £75 for the application but was very easy. Have you had any news??

Originally Posted by spoilt1033 (Post 10556668)

should be canada bound at end of april/ beginning of may with loblaw.

Got my Temp Working Visa authorised by Immigration and i am supposed to collect it from the airport on landing in canada. Was sent an email (Authority Letter) by Immigration saying to take it with me to airport and show on arrival.

Q. is anybody else going out around same time?

Q. Does anyone know the format for accommodation/ transport on arrival

ie: Do we sort it out or does loblaw? costs for transport/ Accommodation?)

Q. Is transport laid on for the duration of the training (2-3 Weeks?)

Just trying to find a few answers so i know what to expect when i arrive

Any help would be appreciated

Originally Posted by spoilt1033 (Post 10556668)

Q. Does anyone know the format for accommodation/ transport on arrival

ie: Do we sort it out or does loblaw? costs for transport/ Accommodation?)

Q. Is transport laid on for the duration of the training (2-3 Weeks?)

Originally Posted by MrYak (Post 10557485)

You will be met at the airport and taken to a hotel (if you have not already arranged accommodation.) You are responsible for the bill. Not sure which hotel they're now using but Loblaws usually negotiate a cheaper rate

Transport to work during training is provided (Taxi)