tillylamp 1,830 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 Well, me and the wife will be off to Canada in May for a short holiday, if we like it we will go back to stay. We went to Vancouver Island two years ago, visiting my wife's relations and I quite liked the easy going nature of the people there and the country was stunning. One thing I did notice was the roads, people were not full of road rage and were very courteous. No one was in a hurry or dashing around like headless chickens. Even the girls on tills in the supermarkets smiled and talked to you. One supermarket we went to had aisles with hunting equipment, guns etc. the next aisle had the clothing for hunting then the others were food and you could even put your car in for new tyres. While we were there I was seduced by a beautiful sexy object ! It was a Ford F350 Super duty pickup and I haven't been the same since ! :air_kiss: The food is my main worry, I shall end up as broad as I am tall. The Chinese takeaway we had for sweet and sour chicken balls gave us 20 balls per portion don't get me started on the burgers I also have a couple of relatives in Canada they are in Nova Scotia, Toronto and Ontario which are all on the East side so would be good to see them too. This time around we will be going to Calgary which is in Alberta where my mate lives, not far from the Rockies. Possible good hunting to be had This would be good for my wife as she will only be an hours flight from her family. My mate will put us up until we find somewhere to rent with a view to buy later. He has already made a couple of contacts for work for me and my wife will be sorted too. I am fully aware that the winters there are pretty cold but they are well prepared for it whereas in the UK we get 2 inches and it comes to a stand still. It seems as though they get proper seasons compared to UK which is very unpredictable. Since losing my Mum a year ago, to the horrible Motor Neurons disease, I feel that I need to try somewhere else. Something different. As my wife is Canadian it has opened the door for us to go on a new adventure. Will keep you posted TL 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TOPPER 1,809 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 go for it mate i love canada when i was there at the end of the day this countrys fcked so what have you got to lose Quote Link to post Share on other sites
V22ERN 4 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 I wish you all the best tillylamp Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BIGLURKS 874 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 Good luck lad all the Canadians Ive met were nice folk sure ull get sorted with work out there real easy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
patterdale 673 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 Don't let anything/anyone hold you back.live your dream.don't forget some nice threads and pics of Canadian hunting,at least you can wear real tree clothing 7 days a week and not have strange looks like here in the UK Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Accip74 7,112 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 I would of been off to canada if hadn't of got married & came here............given opportunity to renovate a house for 4-6weeks, flights & accommodation paid for :-).........it seemed fcuking mental to be turning it down :-( but that's life.........good luck it's a great country Quote Link to post Share on other sites
northern lad 2,292 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 My sis in law emigrated to Calgary about 4 yrs ago,and absolutely loves it....very safe,clean environment for the kids to grow up in,loads of activities for the kids skiing,horse riding etc etc ,and its tax deductible too the only caution I would have is money....meat and fuel are peanuts ,but household stuff and general cost of living is a lot higher than they expected,if I were you I would go for it ....and don't look back ATVB Dave Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nothernlite 18,085 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 Had a canadian labourer work with me for a we while couldnt believe how backward this country wasand dirty they even have duvet days your allowed 7 duvet days a years if you dont feel up to going to work you can phone in and ask for a duvet day and you can have the day of have a good holiday and if you decide to stay atb and good luck Quote Link to post Share on other sites
norseman 424 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 good luck, hope all goes well. I was for Canada three years ago, paid two grand for a visa from some dirtbags in Birmingham and never received it. looks a stunning country though Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OldTrapCollector 377 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 You have to go to this place, it is like an amusement park for hunting and fishing. Quite simply the single best 'shop' I have ever been in Bass Pro Outdoor World, Rocky View near Alberta I spent a whole day in there with my family OTC Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tillylamp 1,830 Posted February 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 Thank you for words of encouragement Its good to hear from people who have relatives in the area where we are going. First hand information is good. We were aware of the high cost of living but in our line of work the hourly rate is much higher so we are hoping it will balance out. This is not why we are going, we are going for a complete change of life and what with strong family ties we are going to try the Canadian way of life. The holiday will aid our research as we are 90% sure of going. Will post photos for you guys Thank you all for your support TL 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Qbgrey 4,091 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 a guy i knows going to live there soon,he said getting the residence permits taking over 3 yrs Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cragman 2,770 Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 I went last year for a holiday. Great place, lovely people. I'd go tomorrow if I could. Good luck Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest scramble Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 get on the gas in alberta if you can.........plenty of cash to be made if you can get ya foot in the door Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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