My name is Daniel (Dan) and I am expecting to move to Winnipeg by March 2016 with a Permanent Residence Visa. I dream to have a place and a purpose in the society, to feel like a local.I like to observe and learn from the locals.
Why Cananda, and why Winnipeg? I didn't get the luxury of choosing the city, was the only chance I got to be accomodated & get support at first, while I try to be self-sufficient and Independent, therefore I need to learn how things work. The opinions about Winnipeg as a place to live seem to have a rather wide range stretching from hell on earth (terrible climate, unsafe,boring etc.) to a great place to live (Super friendly, lot's of cultural stuff, good nightlife, a climate that isn't all that bad ). Thanks to great people I have heard enoug information about the cold - Canada's inclusivness and lifestyle attaracted me of course !
I am coming with an open mind, I am not afraid of the cultural shock though I absolutely have no idea how I am going to start my life, which makes everything much more exciting, in one way.
If you were in my place, what would you wish someone to tell you in advance, in particular regarding the following :
1. useful other LINKS, Facebook pages, etc. to FIND WORK, ROOM to rent, COMMUNITY pages, besides this one of expats.com. I would like to start applying for jobs in the customer care/hospitality fields possibly. I've always been very keen on languages, hope it helps.Is it easy for an expat to find a job in Winnipeg? Here in Malta/Europe we mostly send online applications since most of the job listings are on the internet. I heard in Canada, the employers just expect you to walk right in with a resume on your hand and ask for any open positions, is it true?
2. Any suggestions/tips about cheapest Airlines, don't mind indirect flights, from any city in Europe to Toronto/Vancover, and later to Winnipeg?
I really look forward to building real connections ! Once I've found my place and fully integrated, I want to help new-comers. Expat community is my favorite community so far: met coolest, genuine, culturally rich, educated and experienced people who embrace difference of culture and make the best out of it:).I owe this wonderful community, gave me so much!
Thanks in advance !
Dan