Tag: Personal
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It’s DI-Buy time – why I’m replacing my woodworking tools
During COVID, I began woodworking, motivated by the satisfaction of building tangible items and learning useful DIY skills. Read more
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We bought our first house – in rural Canada
A couple happily residing in rural Canada shares their journey of buying a house as new immigrants, detailing the financial hurdles and the steep learning curve faced in understanding the real estate market. Despite a tough housing crisis, stringent bank requirements, and a scarcity of rural listings, they navigated the complexity of mortgage approval and… Read more
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Cats on a plane – emigrating with cats
Moving two cats across continents is an expensive, complex, and emotionally challenging process, as experienced by pet owners who recently emigrated to Canada. Through the assistance of an agent, they completed essential steps, including vaccinations, microchipping, and documentation. Despite the stress and logistics involved, reuniting with their pets in the new country was invaluable. Read more
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Hey Alberta, nice to meet ya
The author recounts how their move to northern Alberta, near Grande Prairie, was influenced by the opportunity for South African GPs to become licensed in Alberta, due to its simpler process. The decision was eased by a South African friend who had followed a similar route, providing a small but crucial local network. The author’s… Read more
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Oh, Canada! On the why behind immigrating to Canada
The blogger plans to share their immigration journey from South Africa to Canada, discussing the mechanics, emotions, and cultural differences. They and their partner chose Canada for its beauty, career opportunities, and easier medical license conversion. They emphasize the importance of having both push factors from the home country and pull factors towards the new… Read more
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Blogger it – return of the blog
The blog post narrates a tumultuous year of life-changing events, including leaving South Africa to move to Canada, obtaining permanent residency, getting engaged, and adjusting to a new life and career. The author reflects on the challenges and achievements of 2023 and expresses curiosity about the future. The post also includes personal photos of the… Read more