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Questions regarding emigrating from, immigrating to and living in Canada

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Is it mandatory that I carry my work permit every time I re-enter Canada?

Is it mandatory that I take this document for re-entry to Canada? What happens if I don't? …
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What is the process of paying import duty when receiving a package from the US in Canada?

I'll be visiting Canada soon and would like to order some used stuff from American sellers on eBay to my AirBnb. …
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Is the 3 month limit on driving with your foreign license valid for each individual province...

Does this limit apply to all of Canada or does it only apply for B.C.? E.g. if I were to fly to Alberta after staying in Canada for more than 3 months, could I still use my home license? …
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Why do I need to bring a second driver with me in case I don't pass the British Columbia, Ca...

I assume that even if I fail the test my license is still valid within Canada (up to 90 days) and therefore I can just drive away if I fail the examination. …
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What are the requirements for applying for Canadian Permanent Residency?

I'm reading up about Canadian Permanent Residency and it's a bit confusing. There seems to be an "Express Entry" program, where you can apply after 1 year of work experience. But what about other type …
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What happens if you drive in British Columbia on a foreign license for more than 3 months?

I'm planning a move to Canada and apparently you have to give up your old license in order to get a local one. … (Canada) for more than 3 months without exchanging your license? And is it common for police officers to enforce it? …
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What is the full process of exchanging a foreign driver's license in British Columbia?

When someone becomes a resident in British Columbia they are normally required to exchange their license. What is the full sequence of steps for doing so, in practice?
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Are personal cheques still used in Canada?

When looking at bank account options in Canada I can see that many still offer free personal cheques. … Are cheques still widely used in Canada or should I decline them when opening an account? …
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What should I be aware of when renting an apartment in Vancouver as an expat?

I'm moving to Vancouver soon and would like to rent an apartment in the downtown area. Since I have no idea about how the Canadian rental system works, I'd like to prepare in advance so that I don't e …
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Can you use a rental car/car share to pass the road test for a Canadian driving license?

The page on converting your foreign license to a Canadian one says: Step 2: With two years' of non-learner driving experience, you'll need to take the Class 5 road test. Is it possible for me t …
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1 vote
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How often can I repeat the road test in British Columbia?

Foreign drivers who want to convert their license to a Canadian one must pass the Class 5 road test before they're issued a Canadian driving license. But the linked page fails to mention how often one …
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Are any Service Canada offices in Vancouver open during the weekend/evenings?

I need to apply for a Canadian Social Security Number, for which I need to visit a Service Canada office in person. …
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What's the biggest grocery delivery service in Vancouver?

Or am I just bad at Googling stuff in Canada? …
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2 answers
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Are there any banks in Canada that don't charge large fees for transactions in foreign curre... [closed]

Looking at the offers from Canadian banks it seems that the choice is quite poor for people who travel a lot. Every bank seems to charge 2.5% on top of dubious exchange rates for every transaction in …
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How does the medical system in British Columbia work for insured residents?

Assuming a person moves to work in British Columbia and is insured by the local single payer healthcare system, how are they supposed to access general practitioners and specialist doctors? Is there a …
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