I Love England, but Canada looks quite inviting....

[Tin Hat]

We are seriuosly considering applying for Canadian citizenship as we feel that we can dramatically improve our lifestyle.

I have visited there about 7 or 8 times and it may not be everyone's idea of paradise, but it seems to be a lot more upbeat and optimistic than the UK with an out door lifestyle and skiing in the winter.

I appreciate that as Londoner's, we may endure the worst of British congestion and attitudes, but we are pretty depressed with our environment and it won't be improving too swiftly. My wife's Mother is a Canadian who has lived in England for the last 40 years so we have an idea what Canada is all about.

So, has anyone else moved out to Canada? Got any regrets/Advice? - We are planning on Vancouver, BC.

[esselte]

My brother and his family have been in Canada for almost 30 years....never looked back..If I were younger I'd go for it too.....

[richyb]

If your wifes mother is canadian doesn't that entitle your wife to a canadian passport?

Edited by richyb on Monday 9th March 19:35

[Tin Hat]

richyb said:

If your wifes mother is canadian doesn't that entitle her to a canadian passport?

It's a bit complicated, but I think so.

I am a Carpenter by trade and that scores a few points on the form as they are seeking people like that( or at least they were last year)

[Hammerwerfer]

To tell the truth, I really like living on a large continent. If you enjoy four real seasons, Canada or Europe is a great change. Lots of snow in the winter and a real nice hot summer. Time to enjoy both winter and summer sports.

[digger_R]

I'm heading over to Vancouver in a few months, I have a one year young persons visa arranged (I'm still 'young' for a little while). The prospect of leaving my (relatively) well paid employment with nothing waiting for me at the other end is thrilling and daunting at the same time
Can't wait (for me to get the balls to book the flights)

[richyb]

Tin Hat said:

richyb said:

If your wifes mother is canadian doesn't that entitle her to a canadian passport?

It's a bit complicated, but I think so.

I am a Carpenter by trade and that scores a few points on the form as they are seeking people like that( or at least they were last year)

I would have thought if your wife had a canadian passport and you had a trade you'd be in with agood shot. I've never been to Canada but spent a few months in Oregon, Washington and Montana in the USA and I imagine it has that kind of vibe to it which really appeals to me. Not accurate but 50 times the size of England with a smaller population sounds good to me!

[unclemark123]

Tin Hat said:

We are seriuosly considering applying for Canadian citizenship as we feel that we can dramatically improve our lifestyle.

I have visited there about 7 or 8 times and it may not be everyone's idea of paradise, but it seems to be a lot more upbeat and optimistic than the UK with an out door lifestyle and skiing in the winter.

I appreciate that as Londoner's, we may endure the worst of British congestion and attitudes, but we are pretty depressed with our environment and it won't be improving too swiftly. My wife's Mother is a Canadian who has lived in England for the last 40 years so we have an idea what Canada is all about.

So, has anyone else moved out to Canada? Got any regrets/Advice? - We are planning on Vancouver, BC.

tin hat, im a sparks, and having a trade or canadian family or both will make it much easier to move there. my mrs is a canadian citizen so its easy for me.
your canadian mother in law can sponsor you and the mrs for residency.
you then have to spend 3 out of 5 years there to apply for citizenship.

im hoping to move to north vancouver

[Tin Hat]

richyb said:

Tin Hat said:

richyb said:

If your wifes mother is canadian doesn't that entitle her to a canadian passport?

It's a bit complicated, but I think so.

I am a Carpenter by trade and that scores a few points on the form as they are seeking people like that( or at least they were last year)

I would have thought if your wife had a canadian passport and you had a trade you'd be in with agood shot. I've never been to Canada but spent a few months in Oregon, Washington and Montana in the USA and I imagine it has that kind of vibe to it which really appeals to me. Not accurate but 50 times the size of England with a smaller population sounds good to me!

Yeah, I did a bike trip around those areas and it seems nice throughout there too. It is nice to say 'Good Morning' and not be looked at like you are a weirdo!

[richyb]

Tin Hat said:

richyb said:

Tin Hat said:

richyb said:

If your wifes mother is canadian doesn't that entitle her to a canadian passport?

It's a bit complicated, but I think so.

I am a Carpenter by trade and that scores a few points on the form as they are seeking people like that( or at least they were last year)

I would have thought if your wife had a canadian passport and you had a trade you'd be in with agood shot. I've never been to Canada but spent a few months in Oregon, Washington and Montana in the USA and I imagine it has that kind of vibe to it which really appeals to me. Not accurate but 50 times the size of England with a smaller population sounds good to me!

Yeah, I did a bike trip around those areas and it seems nice throughout there too. It is nice to say 'Good Morning' and not be looked at like you are a weirdo!

To be honest the best thing about it for me was not seeing anyone for hours! Mountains and forests as far as you can see. Thats my kind of place.

[The Skunk]

Been living in Toronto for 18 months now.

Each to their own but I don't think it's so dramatically better over here to think about living here for good. Returning to the UK in August.

Bear in mind, Vancouver has the most expensive housing in Canada but wages don't reflect that.

Great place though.

[Tin Hat]

The Skunk said:

Been living in Toronto for 18 months now.

Each to their own but I don't think it's so dramatically better over here to think about living here for good. Returning to the UK in August.

Bear in mind, Vancouver has the most expensive housing in Canada but wages don't reflect that.

Great place though.

Why coming back to UK?

[The Skunk]

Main reason is we miss friends and family too much. Getting married soon and looking to start a family so we'd like our family nearer.

[Tin Hat]

The Skunk said:

Main reason is we miss friends and family too much. Getting married soon and looking to start a family so we'd like our family nearer.

Hope it all works out good for you.

[Jasandjules]

Lived out in Canada a while. Loved it.

[The Skunk]

Tin Hat said:

The Skunk said:

Main reason is we miss friends and family too much. Getting married soon and looking to start a family so we'd like our family nearer.

Hope it all works out good for you.

And you - i work with a number of people from Vancouver, so if you have any questions about the place, feel free to ask me and i'll get some answers for you.

[Tin Hat]

The Skunk said:

Tin Hat said:

The Skunk said:

Main reason is we miss friends and family too much. Getting married soon and looking to start a family so we'd like our family nearer.

Hope it all works out good for you.

And you - i work with a number of people from Vancouver, so if you have any questions about the place, feel free to ask me and i'll get some answers for you.

Much appreciated!

[Redneck Rocket]

Tin Hat said:

We are seriuosly considering applying for Canadian citizenship as we feel that we can dramatically improve our lifestyle.

I have visited there about 7 or 8 times and it may not be everyone's idea of paradise, but it seems to be a lot more upbeat and optimistic than the UK with an out door lifestyle and skiing in the winter.

I appreciate that as Londoner's, we may endure the worst of British congestion and attitudes, but we are pretty depressed with our environment and it won't be improving too swiftly. My wife's Mother is a Canadian who has lived in England for the last 40 years so we have an idea what Canada is all about.

So, has anyone else moved out to Canada? Got any regrets/Advice? - We are planning on Vancouver, BC.

My hometown!!! I'm planning to relocate back in about a year's time. Great place to live, you won't regret it.