Alex Middleton
@mid_alex
Canadian citizen
Forum posts
42
About me
Canadian
Lives in Kelowna
Speaks English, French
Registration: 27 May 2011
Anyone got PR or work permit, pls share your experience. by gsgowshan
Hello everybody, If anybody got work permit or P.R. please post here your experience, when you apply how to get? Because it is very helpful for follower.
You're all asking some very vague questions. My wife recently obtained her PR in Canada, but I am unable to offer any help if you don't elaborate on your situation. -Where in Canada are you planning on going? -When? -Do you have a spouse and/or ... Read More
Canada Day in Glasgow 2013 by mid_alex
Hello!!! I am a Canadian living in Glasgow. For the third year in a row I will be hosting a Canada Day Celebration in Glasgow. It's at a City Centre bar. If you want more details, please feel free to ask here or send me a PM. Alex
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Canada Day in Glasgow 2013 by mid_alex
Hello!!! I am a Canadian living in Glasgow. For the third year in a row I will be hosting a Canada Day Celebration in Glasgow. It's at a City Centre bar. If you want more details, please feel free to ask here or send me a PM. Alex
No I haven't. Is there a way to do it without being spammy? I don't want to annoy anyone, but I do want to spread the word. The last two years were a lot of fun. Read More
Canada Day in Glasgow 2013
Hello!!! I am a Canadian living in Glasgow. For the third year in a row I will be hosting a Canada Day Celebration in Glasgow. It's at a City Centre bar. If you want more details, please feel free to ask here or send me a PM. Alex Read More
Moving to BC - Trying to narrow down the options! by chishc
I'm not exactly an ex-pat, but I am planning a big move to the west (East Coast of Canada to BC), and I'm really hoping I can get some feedback from folks living in British Columbia - particularly the interior. I feel like I'll receive fewer biased ...
Hi. I recently moved to Kelowna and I quite enjoy it. It's not REALLY easy to find a job, but it's not exactly hard either. We have a one bedroom apartment near town and it's $850/month heat, hot water, and power included. I have a friend who lives ... Read More
Anyone from the UK living in Kelowna?
We've just moved here. I'm from the East Coast of Canada, but have been living abroad since 07. My wife is from Glasgow. We spent most of the last few years living there. Michelle (my wife) has heard a lot of Brits around Kelowna and maybe wanted to ... Read More
American on a job hunt.
I am a member of another forum called Internations which is geared at being a working professionals network for expats. You must apply for admittance, but they don't appear to refute many. You may find some help there, but to be honest you're ... Read More
place to watch NHL hockey playoffs?
As far as I know, if they have ESPN they "should" get it, but it may have changed since last year. Bacchus uses Al Jazeera for their satellite so they get some random channels. I'll ask my wife to check as they have a website channel listing that ... Read More
place to watch NHL hockey playoffs?
I don't think you'll find anywhere in Glasgow that will show hockey today because there are a few big football matches on. Sno Bar at Braehead might as it's a hockey bar, but even they are only a maybe. Their phone number is 01418857078. In the ... Read More
Will I be an illegal over stayer if......?
Hello Everybody! A question: I am Canadian, my wife is Scottish. I am currently living in the UK on a Spousal Visa. We will be moving back to Canada around the time my visa expires. We will be waiting for my wifes Permanent Residency application to ... Read More
Minimum cash needed for 6 months by claymore73
G'day all I know the cost of living is never a fixed amount as there are so many variables to consider, so I thought a better way to ask would be this. What is the minimum amount of cash/money in the bank people would recommend is needed for a ...
I did my maths based on a pretty bare bones lifestyle. I didn't include any money for a social life or personal shopping. With that said, here are the minimum wages in the UK just now: £6.08 - the main rate for workers aged 21 and over £4.98 - ... Read More
Minimum cash needed for 6 months by claymore73
G'day all I know the cost of living is never a fixed amount as there are so many variables to consider, so I thought a better way to ask would be this. What is the minimum amount of cash/money in the bank people would recommend is needed for a ...
Based on an average rent of £500/month (ranging from £300-700) £2500 + average council tax/month of £120 (£100-£200) + deosit = £3720. Then you have to take into account bills, gas and electric in the summer £40/month (£80 in winter) + phone, say ... Read More
First timers to Europe... Looking for a local's advice by GuestPoster242
[color=#1919E5]Hi, Im from Summit County, Colorado, USA but currently studying/living in Iceland. My hubby and I will be visiting Europe in May for 2 weeks. It will be our first time, so were stoked to explore our ancestors homelands! We ...
No Worries :) I had a post thought. One thing people always ask is "what's the quickest way to Loch Ness?" to which I usually reply "don't bother." It is one of the most visited tourist spots in Scotland, be geographically and geologically speaking ... Read More
First timers to Europe... Looking for a local's advice by GuestPoster242
[color=#1919E5]Hi, Im from Summit County, Colorado, USA but currently studying/living in Iceland. My hubby and I will be visiting Europe in May for 2 weeks. It will be our first time, so were stoked to explore our ancestors homelands! We ...
Hi. I'll dive right in. I would suggest definitely hiring a car. The train system is great and is by far my favourite way to travel, but if you want to see the countryside, especially up north, you'll need a car. Within Glasgow (pronounced Glas-go ... Read More
Getting married in Scotland
Hi, I'm Canadian and my wife is Scottish. We got married here almost teo years ago. It was pretty straight forward. Thee only scary part was the application for Certificate of Approval for Marriage in the UK (aka COA). It was a somewhat in depth ... Read More
School research
From my experience, this site is mainly used by people from other countries that are now living in Scotland. I think you would have better luck getting an answer here: http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/63326661251/ or posting an ad on here: ... Read More
Car tourists not welcome
That's pretty normal for most cities. Glasgow parkies will actually walk up and down the same street repeatedly checking time tickets. It's no that they don't like tourists driving, they ticket anyone over time, it's that it's a generally easy way ... Read More
Where to register when moving to Edinburgh..???
Not really, no. Once a year you will receive a form to register for the electoral role, but it is optional to fill this out. Council tax is associated with you and your residential address, but that isn't setup until after you move into a flat/house ... Read More
Where to register when moving to Edinburgh..???
Hi Daan, it's a bit of a vague question. What is it you're looking to register for? Alex Read More
Kelowna vs Penticton vs Vancouver by mid_alex
Hi My wife and I are both in our mid twenties and trying to decide between these three cities. I'm Canadian, she's Scottish and we're living in Scotland now so visiting any of them at length is difficult. We like the outdoors, and are interested in ...
Thank You both very much. You've been very helpful. As moving time gets closer, I may come back here for more advice. For now though, we'll be getting started on permanant residancy paperwork. Read More
Going out in Glasgow by expat.com
Hi there, Which are your 10 favorite places to go out in Glasgow? Which places would you recommend to newcomers? (restaurants, pubs, discos, theaters, cinemas, concert halls...) Thanks!
I stay in the Merchant City so that's the area I know best. I enjoy a walk down through the Saltmarket to Glasgow Green, and I'll sometimes wander into The Peoples Palace and Winter Gardens. There's an amazing fish mongers at the corner of ... Read More
Kelowna vs Penticton vs Vancouver
Hi My wife and I are both in our mid twenties and trying to decide between these three cities. I'm Canadian, she's Scottish and we're living in Scotland now so visiting any of them at length is difficult. We like the outdoors, and are interested in ... Read More
Moving end of this year.. ADVICE & FRIENDS by meeks
Hey Guys. I'm moving to edinburgh at the end of the year from australia. Just looking for any advice from people who live there currently or people that have moved. Opening Bank accounts, good places to hang out, interesting activities to get ...
Look on Gumtree.co.uk for flats. Almost all of the ones posted there are private lets. I have had no bad experiences from renting flats off of Gumtree and as they are mainly private lets, most will only ask for one months rent as depposit. You can ... Read More
Canada Day Celebrations in Glasgow 2011 by mid_alex
Hello. I'm trying to arrange a Canada Day Party in Glasgow. If there is enough interest it would be held at Bar Bacchus, on Glassford St in Glasgow. We're looking at getting some Moosehead in and putting Rye on special. There has been mention of ...
That was a blast. Keep an eye on the website for next year. Join the facebook group. Next year will be better. facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/230154780331518?ap=1 www.canadadayglasgow.webs.com Read More
Canadian Passport Help
Cheers, Thanks very much. I've asked around and it does seem to be only when you're coming in. I'll contact the airline when booking my flights to make sure they don't have some policy that will prevent me going. Thanks for the advice. Read More
Canadian Passport Help
Thanks very much for you're quick response. The processing time isn't the real problem. The big issue is completing the Declaration in Lieu of a Gaurantor. The standard processing time for a passport renewal is 15 working days. To complete the ... Read More
Canadian Passport Help
Hi, Here's my situation. I am a Canadian citizen living in the UK on a Residence Visa. My passport expires January 2012. I'm visiting home (Canada) leaving from the UK in August 2011. I don't have a lot of time to get my passport renewed in the UK, ... Read More
Canada Day Celebrations in Glasgow 2011 by mid_alex
Hello. I'm trying to arrange a Canada Day Party in Glasgow. If there is enough interest it would be held at Bar Bacchus, on Glassford St in Glasgow. We're looking at getting some Moosehead in and putting Rye on special. There has been mention of ...
23/06/2011 Update: Hi Everybody, Here's the menu for our Canada Day Celebrations at Bacchus Glasgow. Food will stop at 9pm. Poutine tasters (freebies) Alaskan Smoked Salmon with Sweet Chilli Tiger Prawns £6.50 Bison Beef Burger with dressed ... Read More
Canada Day Celebrations in Glasgow 2011 by mid_alex
Hello. I'm trying to arrange a Canada Day Party in Glasgow. If there is enough interest it would be held at Bar Bacchus, on Glassford St in Glasgow. We're looking at getting some Moosehead in and putting Rye on special. There has been mention of ...
I have been living in Glasgow for some time now, and this time of year is the only time I feel homesick. There are very few Canada celebrations outside of London, so let's start one here in Glasgow. The party will be held at Bar Bacchus on ... Read More
Canada Day Celebrations in Glasgow 2011 by mid_alex
Hello. I'm trying to arrange a Canada Day Party in Glasgow. If there is enough interest it would be held at Bar Bacchus, on Glassford St in Glasgow. We're looking at getting some Moosehead in and putting Rye on special. There has been mention of ...
It's confirmed. It is on! Read More
Canada Day Celebrations in Glasgow 2011 by mid_alex
Hello. I'm trying to arrange a Canada Day Party in Glasgow. If there is enough interest it would be held at Bar Bacchus, on Glassford St in Glasgow. We're looking at getting some Moosehead in and putting Rye on special. There has been mention of ...
Sure. Sorry. I'm not trying to be a spammer. I haven't been home in quite a few years. I've come into a circumstance where I can host a Canada Day party, but I need to quickly gain interest or it won't happen. It won't happen again, Sorry, Alex Read More
Canada Day Celebrations in Glasgow 2011 by mid_alex
Hello. I'm trying to arrange a Canada Day Party in Glasgow. If there is enough interest it would be held at Bar Bacchus, on Glassford St in Glasgow. We're looking at getting some Moosehead in and putting Rye on special. There has been mention of ...
I used to work for Peckham's. They can get it. If you get a decent amount they'll give you a bit of a discount too. It's normally £1.99/bottle, but if you get a case or more they'll knock it down. Read More
Canada Day Celebrations in Glasgow 2011
Hello. I'm trying to arrange a Canada Day Party in Glasgow. If there is enough interest it would be held at Bar Bacchus, on Glassford St in Glasgow. We're looking at getting some Moosehead in and putting Rye on special. There has been mention of ... Read More