Neal
@MonkeyinEurope
Canadian citizen
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Vancouver, British Columbia
Speaks English
Registration: 19 August 2012
Looking for english-speaking 'nanny' on Wednesday afternoons by MarianV
Hello! I am looking for a (native) English speaking person to take care of my 2 girls (age 3 and age 5) on Wednesday afternoons 12-6pm. We lived in the US for 3 years and now that we are back, I would like to keep up their English. Care taking ...
Good Afternoon Marian, I just got a job in Antwerp, but I think I might have Wednesday's free. Does it need to be a female? Respectable, intelligent, responsible Canadian guy here, who enjoys kids. Degree in Agriculture, enjoy working outside, ... Read More
Friends to go out with, anyone? by Zellarina
Hi all, I live in London but come to Ghent often to visit my parents, just as I am right now till 25th. Each time I'm here, I'm dying to get out try the Belgian beer, maybe go dance somewhere etc. In the evenings but I know no one to do these ...
Oops....how was the Dubstep Party btw? Read More
Newcomers FAQs by Atene
As an almost newcomer (will move to Brussels in less than 3 weeks), I would like to get some additional information which might be useful for other expats as well: - Is there any difference in [b]which bank[/b] I will open a b.account? I mean any ...
Base has been very good to me...if you get your GSM from the actual store, you can "register" it for free..and if you lose your phone or something, they'll give you another SIM with the same number for 聙10. So far I'm impressed with their service, ... Read More
British Canadian moving to Ghent
I'm a Canadian here in Ghent tho....so if you want some friendly company, happy to meet up. Always looking for my own friends away from my partner...nice to have a chat with someone from home. Vancouverite here. Read More
Small Business by hannahhadman
Dose anyone have info about running a small Business in Belgium (Anyone i would have to contact or register etc)
D U M B. Belgium is a bit messed sometimes. Canada it's totally the opposite..and they'd give you start up money if you made a business plan. Read More
Desperate for work. by Haggis and Tatties
Hello to all, Been living in Liege for 2 months now and absoulately loving it. Still trying to find work though and have broadened my search to Brussels and other close by areas/countries. Have applied for varies jobs but no-one seems to be biting. ...
ya but it is Antwerp....2 hours commute....and I bet it'll be under 1400聙 a month... I was originally hoping to get 3600聙, but that's in my profession...this is a stater job, with starter pay...but it'll buy me time in Belgium, with my partner... Read More
Find a job in Belgium by expat.com
Hi, You are an expat living in Belgium? Please share your experience! [b]What is the best way to find a job in Belgium?[/b] [u]The Internet?[/u] Please tell us which are the most useful / effective websites for job seekers in ...
All languages are difficult...but I saw the video on what you can learn, and if you apply it..and try...and insist people speak Dutch with you...it'll come. Read More
Small Business by hannahhadman
Dose anyone have info about running a small Business in Belgium (Anyone i would have to contact or register etc)
It's true...there's no cupcake place here....too bad! Then again....cost is probably prohibitive...you'd have to charge 6聙 each ;) Read More
Friends to go out with, anyone? by Zellarina
Hi all, I live in London but come to Ghent often to visit my parents, just as I am right now till 25th. Each time I'm here, I'm dying to get out try the Belgian beer, maybe go dance somewhere etc. In the evenings but I know no one to do these ...
Hannah, strange...I didn't see that on FB. I would be up for meeting for Drinks! We should keep this alive, and plan something. Also in Ghent, and definitely not a date...have a BF....but everyone we hangout with is Dutch, it would be nice to ... Read More
Desperate for work. by Haggis and Tatties
Hello to all, Been living in Liege for 2 months now and absoulately loving it. Still trying to find work though and have broadened my search to Brussels and other close by areas/countries. Have applied for varies jobs but no-one seems to be biting. ...
I will say this...open your mind...get creative, hit the pavement. Agencies here won't specialize for English...so think of yourself as unemployed. I know you'r enot...I know you're talented, but as far as their concerned, your best chance for ... Read More
English speaking jobs. by kezz
Hey all Is it possible to get English speaking jobs in Brussels, for someone who speaks no French/Dutch/German?.
The agencies are good, but they don't specialize in English speakers. So you're best bet is to contact companies directly. Pubs are swamped, BUT, the best people always get the jobs, right? Sometimes, it's about timing, and personality. Tho I do ... Read More
Small Business by hannahhadman
Dose anyone have info about running a small Business in Belgium (Anyone i would have to contact or register etc)
WHat kinda business you thinking Hannah? Read More
Danish boyfriend moving to Belgium
True that. BUt then again, what country wants freeloaders? Unless you're under political asylum. Work, and money make the world go round. Social assistance will take upto 3 months to become a resident. I've been here since July 21, and I've not ... Read More
Find a job in Belgium by expat.com
Hi, You are an expat living in Belgium? Please share your experience! [b]What is the best way to find a job in Belgium?[/b] [u]The Internet?[/u] Please tell us which are the most useful / effective websites for job seekers in ...
3 different locals have recommended this to me! - Learning Dutch http://hvngent.be/en?q=en/want-learn-dutch I will be starting as soon as I get work... Actually I don't want to be too optimistic...but I have my first trial day in Antwerp, working ... Read More
Wanted: American male for little role in a Belgian feature film
Hey, Profile has a pic, and bio, if you want to send an email with your personal address, can send some more pics. Got a good face for Camera, could be a good match. Check me out and let me know. Thanks! Read More
Desperate for work. by Haggis and Tatties
Hello to all, Been living in Liege for 2 months now and absoulately loving it. Still trying to find work though and have broadened my search to Brussels and other close by areas/countries. Have applied for varies jobs but no-one seems to be biting. ...
Customer Service in Brussels/Call centure for UK, or Irish Pubs. Read More
English speaking jobs. by kezz
Hey all Is it possible to get English speaking jobs in Brussels, for someone who speaks no French/Dutch/German?.
Just an update, I've been hunting pretty seriously for 2 months, and I've got 2 interviews with agencies and no jobs. Ghent is almost non-existent. Even the agencies won't help you because there's no market for it. Try the Irish Pubs, or English ... Read More
Moving to Liege and having a panic!! by becki.wil
Hi Guys, I've just joined the forum and I'm in full on panic mode ;) I have just taken a last minute job offer *dream job!* and I am moving out to Liege one week today. I am really struggling to find somewhere to live. People do not seem willing ...
Hostel's offer Private rooms you can rent by the month, not opitimal, but I did it in Oz for 7 months...met amazing people, and don't regret it at all... Just had a 3 year reunion with one of my roomies from there. Read More
salaries in Brussels by semiherdogan
Hi, I would like to know about salaries of engineers ( I am an industrial engineer) in Brussels. I have an interview with an international company in Brussels. how much do engineers ( less than 3 years experience) earn at international companies in ...
Belgium has crap wages, and not cheap to live...I can't believe it....still trying to get my head around the paycut. I was quoted 聙2600 - 3200 Gross. Procurement Proffessional/Purchasing... Read More
Moving to Ghent by Fabsgent
Hello everyone. I will be moving to Gent soon to do an internship and I have some doubts if you guys could help me. The internship is unpaid, but atm I have a job I can do in any location and that will keep me "surviving" in Gent at the beginning. ...
English only...difficult, but possible. Be prepared to keep looking. Going on 1.5 months, still unemployed. However, I have not opened myself up to ALL job markets, still looking in my required area. Brussels is more French Speaking, if you want ... Read More
We wand to Move and find a Job in Belgium by DV14
Hi My name is Rio and I am a Belgium sitizen ,ho lives now in Ukraine wiht my Wife ho is a Ukrainian.We are planning the possibility to move to Belgium ,Brussels or Antwerp ,I have many skills such as ,I am a Tattooist at the moment and have also ...
DVAB is the Government organization that helps with finding a job, they will answer questions, or give you someone to talk to. PS. you're Rude, she was asking you an honest question, I didn't know what your question was either. Try having your ... Read More
Job opprtunities in Brussels
Monster.be seems to be the most promising I've seen...Also VDAB is the local site Belgium/Flanders to assist all persons with a job or employment securities... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Ghent by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Ghent 大咖福利影院 members in real life? Organizing an 大咖福利影院 meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An 大咖福利影院 meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
FB group is cool...what's it called Hannah? Read More
New member by emmageard
Hi I'm Emma. I'm a New Zealander who has moved to Ghent as an au pair. I moved here 2 weeks ago and will stay for the year. I'm hoping to meet some other expats in Ghent to share the experience with so if you are free for a drink or something ...
If this is still going...I'm new and definitely up to meet for drinks! Been here a few weeks and looking to find my feet! Read More
Wanna play field hockey? by welsh
If you are a hockeyminder like me and you are looking to play in brussels or start playing it. Do not hesitate to send me a message ;-).
Do you have any extra equipment to start, or do we need to bring out own? Read More
Yay a Gent section! by VinceUK
Thankyou very much Forum admins, it is very much appreciated :D To help kick things off, can anyone recommend a nice (non brand) coffee place in Gent?
It's by Sphnix Cinemas I think they said it was called? I only know of the one McD's...it's on the same side, same block, before the little bridge. Read More
Losing my italian residence?
If you ask the Italian consulate they should be able to help. I am Canadian Italian...I don't expect becoming a resident should change that. However, citizenship might be different. Read More
Find a job in Belgium by expat.com
Hi, You are an expat living in Belgium? Please share your experience! [b]What is the best way to find a job in Belgium?[/b] [u]The Internet?[/u] Please tell us which are the most useful / effective websites for job seekers in ...
I'm just starting my job hunt in Belgium, and I'll confirm...I've openly been told that only speaking English for work is a HUGE barrier, and there doens't seem to be a lot of options..I remain optimistic. However having 4 agencies tell you this, ... Read More
Life in Gent
Neal here, 31, friendly and social, but don't know anyone here in Gent other than my Partner who's a local. Looking to make some interesting new people of my own. Really just looking to sink my teeth into life here and start loving it. Not ... Read More
Resterant Recomandations
DE ACHT ZALIGHEDEN Not cheap...but seriously wonderful cozy food. Restaurant Cafe, ala Cart or Menu...Menu was about 聙30 with an ap茅ritif. 3 appy choices, 3 main choices and 2 dessets to choose from. Read More
Yay a Gent section! by VinceUK
Thankyou very much Forum admins, it is very much appreciated :D To help kick things off, can anyone recommend a nice (non brand) coffee place in Gent?
There's a place called Exkes (sp) I think it is...right by the McD's (before the Irish Pubs) They do a really nice latte and a bunch of other organic and fresh food snacks... I think a Flavoured latte was 聙2.5-3. Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Ghent by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Ghent 大咖福利影院 members in real life? Organizing an 大咖福利影院 meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An 大咖福利影院 meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
New to the blog, new to Ghent, but definitely up for meeting some new people! Hopefully it hasn't already happened! Neal Read More