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Jeptha -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/3/2009 6:45:34 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: Prinsexx AAAAAArrrrrrrrrrrrrrrgggggggggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhh..... going Canadian like going postal equals metaphore for doing something out of the ordinary. What is it wif yu guz and Canada????? It's a literal consideration for some of us; I'm not sure if I'll be able to afford to live in this house, even after it's paid for, because of the taxes, and health care here in the U.S. pretty much breaks the bank. A potential love affair might be the last straw that uproots some of us. (Though, practically speaking, most of us realize that that sort of impetuousness generally doesn't constitute what would be considered a sound plan.)

eyesopened -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 5:00:57 AM)
Exactly! Now the other thing I believe is that when opportunity knocks you gotta answer the door. You can't wait to take a shower, put on your makeup, get dressed and then answer the door because by that time opportunity has decided you're not home and has left. People will use vague conditions on their adventures "When I have enough money" "When the economy is better" "When I meet Mr Right" and those conditions will never be met. If you are serious, and if there's a legitimate condition it should be finite. "When my lease is up" "June 1st" "When I sell my house" Just sayin....

Jeptha -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 7:09:09 AM)
I once put off "going to Canada" for a romantic entanglement... I had basically moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico from Oregon. I'd been there about a month. Then I'd taken a free ride from somebody who was passing back through Oregon so I could pick up a few things that I'd left. While I was there, however, a friendship that I'd had with a girl suddenly turned romantic... I enjoyed it for a couple of weeks and decided to stay in Oregon, after all. SO I hitchhiked back to Albuquerque to get my stuff from there (including my car.) By the time I got back to Oregon, the romance was basically winding down... I remained in the State, though I moved to the big city (Portland.) What is it with girls finding travelers alluring?

Maya2001 -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 7:54:59 AM)
quote: Canada is far easier to relocate to if you're in the British Commonwealth... Think of it as a lateral move, as far as the immigration is concerned. They're harsher on any Yanks who want to move up here, that's for sure! Being in the commonwealth has no bearing because imigration in based on a scoring system... factors include education, age, work experience, whether you are fluent in one of both official languages, whether you have an existing offer of employment, your adaptability--eg family members already here, whether you are bringing family with you or whether coming alone, health issues and criminal back ground...there is absolutely nothing in the application process that will improve your odds based on what country your are coming from.. these are the job skills/ professions that Canada is looking for http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/apply-who-instructions.asp#list there is an online trial test to see if you can make the number of points to qualify http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/assess/index.asp from there the weeding is done on health and criminal background Most countries have their immigration policies available on line... and if you get involved with someone you should consider doing some research ...BEFORE... getting too emotionally involved, otherwise you could end up investing a 2 or 3 years only to learn you cannot legal move to them or them to you,, even when possible there is often a lot of red tape and often the process can take years to complete

variation30 -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 9:44:52 AM)
quote: ORIGINAL: Maya2001 quote: Canada is far easier to relocate to if you're in the British Commonwealth... Think of it as a lateral move, as far as the immigration is concerned. They're harsher on any Yanks who want to move up here, that's for sure! Being in the commonwealth has no bearing because imigration in based on a scoring system... factors include education, age, work experience, whether you are fluent in one of both official languages, whether you have an existing offer of employment, your adaptability--eg family members already here, whether you are bringing family with you or whether coming alone, health issues and criminal back ground...there is absolutely nothing in the application process that will improve your odds based on what country your are coming from.. these are the job skills/ professions that Canada is looking for http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/apply-who-instructions.asp#list there is an online trial test to see if you can make the number of points to qualify http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/assess/index.asp from there the weeding is done on health and criminal background Most countries have their immigration policies available on line... and if you get involved with someone you should consider doing some research ...BEFORE... getting too emotionally involved, otherwise you could end up investing a 2 or 3 years only to learn you cannot legal move to them or them to you,, even when possible there is often a lot of red tape and often the process can take years to complete Or I could just do this: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/sponsor/spouse.asp

OttersSwim -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 11:09:17 AM)
Canada, as we all know is a country peopled entirely by criminals....no wait, that's Australia... [;)]

parakeet89 -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 11:58:13 AM)
quote: ORIGINAL: WestBaySlave If you're into hardcore climatic masochism, try Calgary, Edmonton or Winnipeg. As for me, -40 is a hard limit! [:D] As a Winnipegger, this made me laugh a lot. Even though Winnipeg's an awful city in almost every way you could possibly imagine, one thing that makes it (almost) worth it is the sense of humour most Peggers have about it.

Prinsexx -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 12:52:03 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: Jeptha What is it with girls finding travelers alluring? They take their dirty laundry with them when they leave?

antipode -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 1:11:10 PM)
quote: On a one way no-return slave ticket? I can only tell you what I do - I always dispense a return ticket. As to location, the West Coast is a damn sight better, climate wise, than the East, and very civilized. Generally, I have to tell you, if you don't, it is an experience you will never have. That has always driven me, and I have never regretted upping my stakes and moving (14 countries on three continents). Remember that everything you leave behind you will still be there should you choose to return. And sometimes it is better to do an impulsive thing, the heck with it, and find out what happens. Me personally, it is what makes me feel alive. Just make it a return, so you know there is that flexibility.

everhope -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 6:33:28 PM)
risks and adventures are what make some people feel alive. it is for me. i recently did the met someone on the internet, spent 2 weeks together and we decided, yep we dig each other enough to see where we could go together. in two weeks upon my return to cali, it was decided i would move here to Florida. granted, i have a career that i can do anywhere, but even if i didn't i would have done it. a whole new world of opportunties have opened up to me. i am serving for the first time as a 24/7 slave. i am beyond content in my choice to take a giant leap of faith and shut out all the what "ifs" and follow my adventurous heart and spirit. i don't know my future with Sir, but yesterday and today were full of awesome life experiences and i suspect tomorrow will be too. i would of missed all of this had i what "if'd" it to not transpiring. may we all find our bliss.

Rainfire -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 6:45:56 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: everhope risks and adventures are what make some people feel alive. it is for me. i recently did the met someone on the internet, spent 2 weeks together and we decided, yep we dig each other enough to see where we could go together. in two weeks upon my return to cali, it was decided i would move here to Florida. granted, i have a career that i can do anywhere, but even if i didn't i would have done it. a whole new world of opportunties have opened up to me. i am serving for the first time as a 24/7 slave. i am beyond content in my choice to take a giant leap of faith and shut out all the what "ifs" and follow my adventurous heart and spirit. i don't know my future with Sir, but yesterday and today were full of awesome life experiences and i suspect tomorrow will be too. i would of missed all of this had i what "if'd" it to not transpiring. may we all find our bliss. [sm=goodpost.gif] [sm=agree.gif] [sm=goodpost.gif] [sm=agree.gif] [sm=goodpost.gif] If I hadn't followed my heart and ignored the nay-sayers, I would never have moved to Canada to be with Lumus. We're a little different than RS and everhope in that we just knew it was right for us and I moved up to him the the first time I met him. Not everyone is willing to take that risk but I was and never regret it. It's been the most incredible time of my life and I would do it all over again. Ya, ok. So the Immigration redtape is a hassle but I choose to see it as an investment of our lifetime together. So for me, CANADA ROCKS! [sm=hearts.gif]

littlecubsub -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 8:34:31 PM)
I live in Alberta and work in the Ft. Mac area in the oil sands. There are plenty of Americans working in this area. The winters are long but it's great having daylight til almost midnight in the summer. Yes, winters can be cold, but -40 never lasts too too long (well, ok the -30's do) and it means I get to spend more quality time with Master indoors, as we hate going out in the extreme cold.

Jeptha -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 8:35:00 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: Prinsexx quote: ORIGINAL: Jeptha What is it with girls finding travelers alluring? They take their dirty laundry with them when they leave? Could be something to that!

Arpig -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/4/2009 8:40:48 PM)
The cold is good for ya...I keep telling myself that, but I don't believe it yet

Prinsexx -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/5/2009 12:20:15 AM)
quote: ORIGINAL: Rainfire So for me, CANADA ROCKS! [sm=hearts.gif] Waves madly at Rainfire and Lumus... [sm=cheering.gif]

zero69u2 -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/5/2009 12:38:52 AM)
your profile says your a gypsy.. so travel away from your island and chase a few dreams. However.. Canada is a hunting and fishing country if you live out in the country in canada away from the city folk. And since Prinsexx hate hunting and fishing its probably not your cup of tea. What would you be prepared to risk if invited to? For the right one, Well you only get one go around in this world.. better take some rolls of the dice.. every once in awhile. What is the most outlandish invitation you have had on here or other sites? Drove 480 miles both ways and bought dinner for some stranger. to find out they dont like smokers. What would you be prepared to give up? I'll be more careful in the future. But still believe in Rainbows and Happily ever After Stories..

Maya2001 -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/5/2009 5:55:34 AM)
quote: Or I could just do this: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/sponsor/spouse.asp Even a spouse here can be denied ... marrying does not guarantee entry if they have an inadmissable family member, a criminal conviction , a health issue that is deemed to be or might reasonably be expected to cause excessive demands on health or social services* there was a multi million businessman from Toronto who could not even bring his natural son into the country because he was mentally handicapped A husband who could not bring his wife from UK here because she was turned down for being wheel chair bound even though she has a successful career of her own and he could not emigrate to the UK so inorder to live together they had to find an alternate country that would accept both of them any long term health condition can void an entry even if controllable with meds eg diabetes

Rainfire -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/5/2009 6:30:02 AM)
There's a lot more to do here in Ontario than just hunting and fishing though those are prime if you like them. The Niagara Region (where I am) has a fabulous wine country, excellent farms and orchards and all sorts of things non-hunting/fishing related to do. If you like the big city, Toronto is one the largest cities in the world with world-class entertainment, restaurants and events. It also has a fairly large kink community. We have several hundred years of history and an incredible future in front of us. There's the gorgeous city of Montreal in Quebec, with their French history and again, world-class entertainment and events. There's Prince Edward Island that most people know from the Ann of Green Gables fame. There's British Colombia with it's active ties to the entertainment industry, many shows and movies film there and in the Toronto area. There's fabulous skiing at numerous resorts around the country. There's pristine wilderness up north for the adventurous-hearted. The 2 largest hydroelectric plants in North America are in Quebec and Newfoundland. The health insurance is good here, once you qualify for it. You still pay for prescriptions but not at the price we'd pay in the States. It's not as easy to get into specialists as it is in the States but there is excellent health care here. I love our family doctor, he's incredible. And if you can't get into your regular doctor, there are walk-in clinics for quick emergencies. I haven't seen people running to the hospital here because they have a cold, like I saw working on an ambulance in the States. It probably still happens but not to the degree I've seen in the past. So all in all, Canada is a wonderful place. It also happens to be the home of my Love, Master and Daddy. I'm glad I moved here, I'd do it again. If someone is serious about moving here, I'd say at least look into it and try. It's a great country! [;)] waves back to Prinsexx and sends her hugs and smooches! (Lumus says hello, Prinsexx and so do I. Long time no see!)

Lucylastic -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/5/2009 7:46:41 AM)
Im going to agree with Maya (again) regarding lateral immigration.... it took me seven years to get thru immigration. I moved from NW London to Toronto 20 years ago, sold my stuff, came here preggers, with a three year old in tow and nowhere to live, but with friends of hubbys (It happened very suddenly after hubby was offered a "cant refuse" job). If I were to want to relocate again I would have a safety net behind me.... and work out immigration beforehand. That said, I love canada and consider it my home. Lucy

Rainfire -> RE: Would I like Canada? (3/5/2009 8:02:21 AM)
[>:] Yer not helping my nerves, Lucy.... The stress of immigration is taking a toll on me as it is and we just started. I'm thinking of starting a CM Immigration Support thread since between Greedy and Pirate, myself and Lumus, and Bear with his new man, we have plenty of people in the process or just starting immigration procedures. [&:]

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