cbono90
Canadian looking for information about China
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Canadian, Married
Lives in Guangzhou, Guangdong
Speaks English
Registration: 07 February 2017
Hockey Night in Pyongyang and Kaesong! by cbono90
We have a tour coming up in May in which our Hockey Team from Dalian China will be travelling here to compete against North Korean hockey players and take in the majestic sites of the DPRK. If you are a local expat who is interested in some hockey ...
@mugtech Fizzled out due to the tensions that followed news at that time :( Now that the borders are open I can imagine there will be a great deal of sino-sporting events occuring. If you are in China, reach out to Young Pioneer Tours. Read More
The cost of Living in China in 2023 by Mickael
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience on the evolution of the cost of living in the region or city where you live in order to answer future requests for information from new members of the site who would like to ...
In Guangzhou, Tianhe District, Taxis start at about 12 RMBMetro is about 7-15 RMB depending on the distanceBus is 2 RMBIf you have a vehicle, I can confidently say its not cheap. In regards to shopping, family of three, with regards to groceries a ... Read More
Good bars in Tianhe District by dan_luc
Hi everyone, I'm Dan, I've been in Guangzhou now for a little over a week and made friends with some of my coworkers who are also expats. If any of you have recommendations for fun bars that are worth looking into please let me know! ...
Not gonna lie-not overly impressed with Happy Monk prices/food. Only been to the Party pier location- but very much enjoy drinks and vibe at Hope and Sesame. They got a great solo acoustic set in there on Sunday and Monday nights. I’ll check ... Read More
Good bars in Tianhe District by dan_luc
Hi everyone, I'm Dan, I've been in Guangzhou now for a little over a week and made friends with some of my coworkers who are also expats. If any of you have recommendations for fun bars that are worth looking into please let me know! ...
Is anyone going to respond to this? I will when I get there hahaha Read More
Football in Guangzhou by Kaspars88
Moved to Guangzhou recently. I am looking if there are any guys who are playing football in guangzhou? Would like to join in.
Did you guys end up finding a team? Read More
Moving to Dalian? Looking for info? Get in touch!
Hey folks, Local friendly neighbourhood Expat of jinshitan here sharing some details and looking to help out fellow travellers heading this way before I leave. Been here 6 years -->just looking for a good reason to revisit the nice parts of ... Read More
Looking for relocation company
Check out "Allied" Wechat ID: *** she is the rep I am working with right now to ship from Dalian (LN) to Guangzhou (GD). This company general is our connection for teachers shipping stuff back to Canada after finishing up contract with ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in China by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts China, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Check out the Beijinger, they just released an article that you may not find encouraging in your wait but help you plan accordingly. Cheers Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in China by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts China, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Hey buddy, Sorry to hear that. For what its worth you worded that quite diplomatically. I would have lost it personally I think- Nonetheless, which school is this if you don't mind me asking. I am really curious as I am on the market (still ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in China by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts China, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Hey, are you actually still experiencing this? Wow. Ya here in Dalian (LiaoNing Province), we are not experiencing that at all. It was an interesting sentiment considering it was in...Guandong or ...Gaunxi? That some folks from a smaller village ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in China by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts China, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Nice, ya I was looking at job opportunities there. Things are picking back up to normal pace. The schools are still hiring preparing for the borders to open up again. I know SUIS (Shanghai United) is still looking for a Humanities teacher-if you or ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in China by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts China, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
I appreciate your concerns, that is basically what I am currently looking at-is dumping the current employment in the following year. I don't need advisory as I am working through the schools to maneuver moves as needed. Not my first rodeo, but ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in China by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts China, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Long term, if anything the virus has made me consider staying in China longer than I actually planned on. I am currently settled in Dalian, however if the ban on travel lifts-its a sign that things are better back in Canada-in which case its likely ... Read More
Re: advice on approved VPN
Go with Nord VPN, the law doesn't caree much for VPN's-kids, parents, they all gott'em foreigners and local folk alike. I had a few students recommend a few-free or next to at least. Stupid western VPN's keep getting servers shut ... Read More
Maintaining a long distance relationship as an expat in China by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Moving to China without your significant other can be quite difficult, especially since your partner is an undeniable source of support. This kind of move may require some adjustments from both parties in order to make it a ...
Having been in China for 15 years, I have no reason to doubt it, and I know numbers of similar Western Males in that scenerio personally.. To support your notion to a degree from a different angle, a definate few of the females are certainly ... Read More
Maintaining a long distance relationship as an expat in China by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Moving to China without your significant other can be quite difficult, especially since your partner is an undeniable source of support. This kind of move may require some adjustments from both parties in order to make it a ...
What? I've seen plenty come over for around 2 to 4 months (usually Engineers on projects) and 6 months (usually English Conversational Teachers). With your couple of replies questioning other's experiences, I don't think you know China ... Read More
Maintaining a long distance relationship as an expat in China by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Moving to China without your significant other can be quite difficult, especially since your partner is an undeniable source of support. This kind of move may require some adjustments from both parties in order to make it a ...
You're a creative one, man-but who is working in China for 6 months or less? Read More
Maintaining a long distance relationship as an expat in China by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Moving to China without your significant other can be quite difficult, especially since your partner is an undeniable source of support. This kind of move may require some adjustments from both parties in order to make it a ...
Quote: Panadabiz and that ridiculous sounding scenario Dude, are you sure he wasn't running a "mail-order bride" business? Read More
Maintaining a long distance relationship as an expat in China by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Moving to China without your significant other can be quite difficult, especially since your partner is an undeniable source of support. This kind of move may require some adjustments from both parties in order to make it a ...
Look I'm just going to be the one that says it easy for you to understand. Long distance relationships don't work unless you are sexually inexperienced-sexually inactive or just too old to get it up. Unfortunately, relationships are not ... Read More
FORCED LABOR: Passport held by boss by Manu808
Hi all. Need help in a big way. My girlfriend has just come in on class F visa to Beijing. She is working at the Beijing International Exhibition at the Madagascar exhibit (she is Malagasy, I am American. She speaks fluent Mandarin, but I am not in ...
I think the lesson here is -NEVER GIVE UP YOUR PASSPORT. Read More
Teen Mental Health Support by cbono90
So, here is a question, where do teens in Dalian turn to when they are contemplating suicide? I mean, back home (in Canada) there were layers on layers of organizations that sought individuals who needed help. Here, in Dalian-nothing (at least ...
Not to sound negative, but I wholeheartedly disagree. I think China is one place that folks are inexplicably alone. [1] Students have a large and wide ranging support group of friends. -->well, not always...just common sense/that's like ... Read More
Teen Mental Health Support
So, here is a question, where do teens in Dalian turn to when they are contemplating suicide? I mean, back home (in Canada) there were layers on layers of organizations that sought individuals who needed help. Here, in Dalian-nothing (at least ... Read More
Maple Leaf International School- Experiences???
did you end up working there? Read More
WARNING! Travel and Return: to/from HONG KONG
Heads up to expats-Canadians working in Mainland Specifically I am working for a company in China (Dalian), this applies to all Expats (I'd imagine). With the political unrest in Hong Kong, there will be hold ups at customs for expats ... Read More
considering teaching English in China by loubeelou
Hello & good morning. My name is Lou, I'm 29 years old & am from the UK. I am considering taking the CELTA tefl course and moving to China to teach English this year. I'd like to teach at a University or adult level as I feel my ...
Hello, As far as positions goes, there are many, we have a large system, please bing search our school for a complete list of locations (or google). If you would like to apply please send me your email and please apply by emailing ... Read More
Hockey Night in Pyongyang and Kaesong! by cbono90
We have a tour coming up in May in which our Hockey Team from Dalian China will be travelling here to compete against North Korean hockey players and take in the majestic sites of the DPRK. If you are a local expat who is interested in some hockey ...
No it means, if there are people in North Korea who are interested in this, we can put them on the roster and they would basically be paying for the games the play instead of the whole tour unless they want to take the tour with our team as well. ... Read More
Hockey Night in Pyongyang and Kaesong!
We have a tour coming up in May in which our Hockey Team from Dalian China will be travelling here to compete against North Korean hockey players and take in the majestic sites of the DPRK. If you are a local expat who is interested in some hockey ... Read More
Halloween Parties
Looking for Halloween parties in Dalian Saturday Oct. 28 2017. Anyone know of any in Dalian? Thanks, Carm Read More
Online grocery store in Dalian by senthilkumark
Hi All, Myself and my wife will be be moving to Dalian effective Sep '17 and would like to get some details about 1. where we can find the Indian Grocery items ? 2. Is there any online portal which deliveries groceries to home ? 3. How is the ...
Another good thing to do is go to Metro Grocery store in dalian. You can check Taobao.com/Jd.com generally amazon.cn should have grocery drop off available. If you get with names of foods or wechating a "peng you" who owns or works at a ... Read More
Living In China
I am from Dalian, about 2 hour train ride away or so I think-really close for weekend trips and cheap too. What brings you out there. Shenyang itself gets polluted often, but has a great location for keeping the love of adventure alive! Read More
Expat group in Dalian? by Indye
Does anyone know if there is still an expat group in Dalian? There use to be one, but I can't find it.
If you are ever in Jinshitan just send me a wechat message if you ride motorcycles or scooters; have a weekend to kick around; or play sports like football, soccer, frisbee or hall hockey. Our school has an ice hockey time, always looking for more ... Read More
Expat group in Dalian? by Indye
Does anyone know if there is still an expat group in Dalian? There use to be one, but I can't find it.
no problem, you can call me though if you ever have a free weekend. xxx personally I go out once in awhile but there are a fair few dinner and hangout events that occur, I could invite you out sometime if you wanted to meet more people. Thanks for ... Read More
Expat group in Dalian? by Indye
Does anyone know if there is still an expat group in Dalian? There use to be one, but I can't find it.
All expats are always welcome to come to Jinshitan and make friends with the MLIS teachers here. By the way, just wondering if anyone here owns a two wheeled gas powered vehicle? Read More
How to bring your car to China
Not worth it, don't bring your vehicle unless it is a permanent move. Read More
The best services to use when moving to China by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What were the biggest hurdles you faced when moving to China? Were there any services available that helped? Which services helped you most upon your arrival in China? Were there any that helped you adapt and integrate in your ...
First thing to do before moving to China is getting Wechat set up on your phone (app available on all app phone stores as well as desktops); then secondly ensure your phone is unblocked, if not, use cellphoneunblocker.net (I believe, you can google ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in China by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to China? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
Hey folks, The single biggest mistake I made is allowing myself to become attached to material goods and expecting nice things to stay nice. Cars, bikes, shoes, clothes, heck, even your cellphone. People care about themselves (not so much in a ... Read More
How has your life changed in China by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to China? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
After moving to China from Canada, your life changes in every single way. Like most places you move in the world, psychologically we change and adapt to suit the environment you move on or to. Often times when people begin to notice the change it is ... Read More
Bars showing Olympic hockey games in Beijing
The Irish Volunteer/The Hockey Bar. A great place to go and get in touch with people who also play hockey in China. Read More
considering teaching English in China by loubeelou
Hello & good morning. My name is Lou, I'm 29 years old & am from the UK. I am considering taking the CELTA tefl course and moving to China to teach English this year. I'd like to teach at a University or adult level as I feel my ...
Hello, My name is Carmelo Bono, I am a certified BC teacher (Canadian) at Maple Leaf Education Systems. I have been here three years. If you are interested in teaching opportunities across a few provinces in China with chances of promotion, pleas ... Read More
Cost of living in China - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to China, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
Hey, so you are living in Anshan? How long have you been there? Read More
Cost of living in China - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to China, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
I'm living in Jinshitan holioday resort area, Dalian, Liaoning Province. It is a small fishing village that doubles as a beach resort town for chinese nationalies mainly (formerly russian travellers) for the last 10 or so years. It has been ... Read More