Nice places to live in Cornwall

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retromelissaJunior MemberUser avatar
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Joined: 16 Oct 2007
Location: Cornwall

Post Fri Oct 19, 2007 1:45 pm

I haven't had any trouble finding jobs, probably because I'm just a retail monkey--cashiering, supermarkets, shops, that kind of thing. Those jobs aren't too hard to come by :) Minimum wage is £4.60 for age 18-21 and £5.52 for 22 and over--so the pay is better (compared to Sask), but then the cost of living in Cornwall is higher so you don't really end up better off :(

I didn't know you could apply for ILR if you've been together 4 years! :O These prices are ridiculous though, it's like they don't want people to stay :(

I totally would have loved to bring my doggie with me! My mom wasn't going to let her go if her life depended on it though :( What is the microchip for and how do pets get shipped over?

I look forward to chatting more with you as well :D Hopefully I can answer all your questions but if not I know some people that can! :D
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LittleMapesCanuckAbroad Regular
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Location: Ontario

Post Tue Oct 23, 2007 5:21 am

Well it is good to know that we can find some kind of work before we lock down jobs in our professions. I can't wait to start, I wish I could fly over now. haha! :D

I was fearful to come over before, because i didn't want to put a dog in 6 months quarantine, really not fair for the dog. But now they have a PETS Scheme program, where you 'prepare' your pet at home, and as long as you meet the requirements and follow the steps, no quarantine is required. Microchip is first of many steps. I think the purpose is to track and make sure all they shots and check ups are being done. It takes about 6 months for the whole process to complete, and when they are ready, they fly over with us, in the baggage compartment. I'm extremely worried about this, but a lot of animals are shipped this way. :)

So how do you like the driving? Did you transfer your drivers license, or did you have to take a test again?

You've been answering a tonne of questions. thank you! :D
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retromelissaJunior MemberUser avatar
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Joined: 16 Oct 2007
Location: Cornwall

Post Tue Oct 23, 2007 1:19 pm

hehe no problem :)

I *think* that you will be able to use your Canadian license here, but you will only be allowed to drive an automatic car. If you want to drive a manual, you will have to take driving lessons and pass a manual test, then they will upgrade your license.


direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/DriverLicensing/DrivingInGbOnAForeignLicence/index.htm << try that it might explain it better lol (sorry it wont let me post a direct link)

I don't drive here though! The roads are windey and scary! I know I'll have to take driving lessons eventually though--my fiance is going to make me! And it will be more convenient as we have a little family now and we're planning more once I get a spousal visa! I only had a learner's license in Canada, so I'll likely have to start over with driving lessons here. My fiance's instructor charged £20 per session, but my coworker's instructor charged him £30/session. so it's not cheap :(
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