jocko258

Im too looking to work in canada as a truck driver have a full class 1 driving licence , have contacted some canadian company's via email . im just wondering which firm is better as a newbe and looking for calgary .

jocko258

Im 31 years old , married and kids etc . would love to move over to canada for work . im trying to find out which company is best for the newbe to canada , wots the best way to get an interview etc. looking at calagry as a place to work and live . also sorry to go on but wots a typical wage and how much is needed to live a decent life

jamesmc

jocko ,well if you are looking at Calgary think south o england (london wages ).could you survive in london on truck driver wage? wife not working , typical wage mmmmm..how many miles you doing? un likely hr paid ,mind no child benefit payable for first 18mnths.
why alberta.
jimmy.

kb33

I would avoid Alberta at the moment , Far too much bureaucracy to get nomination , Which entitles you to apply for PR ,

Look at SK or MB then move out West

kb33

Wife could get a work permit under the AINP , Its been said on the main forum you need at least $80k a year for a decent lifestyle in Calgary , With 2 wages you could do this easily , I don't think that figure is far off the mark either , Theres plenty earning less than that Depends on your personal spending habits and how much you are bringing over for a deposit or renting. First six to 12 months is the hardest , Once you get those behind you you'll be glad you made the move

Having said that see my other reply .

jocko258

thanks for the reply will look into them places thanks .. any more advice is appricated

Smudger75

If you get a job your wife will get an open work permit that runs for the same length as yours. This means she can work for any company that will employ her she does not need an LMO, so it much easier for her to get a job and you will need it for that extra income. But like KB says its hard at first but worth it in the long run!

Smudger75

The open work permit applies to Alberta, I can not comment on any other province!!

alandoug

This is Alberta only.