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The Expat Spouse

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@The Expat Spouse

Member

English expat in Canada

Forum posts

3

About me

English

Lives in Vancouver

Registration: 06 January 2015

About

Being an expat spouse, it won't come as a surprise to you that my story is closely woven in with my Husband's. We met in the Summer of our first year at Loughborough University in England. Fast forward to graduation and our entry into "real life" and I started working at Lloyd's of London in underwriting and my Husband found himself on a fantastic graduate scheme. A few years into our careers and we became aware of this opportunity to join a roller-coaster ride of my Husband moving to a new job role and country every two years; we talked about it incessantly. To add to the dramatic nature of this role, we don't have any control over where we are sent to by his employer. I was initially hesitant about the idea as I am at my happiest around my home, friends and family; it had never even crossed my mind to live in a different country. Nevertheless, I knew this was a huge opportunity for us both and we decided he should apply. I know my Husband is destined for great things so it was with no surprise that his application was successful and we have so far lived in Almaty (Kazakhstan), Paris (France) and Vancouver (Canada) I took a chance and did something far outside my comfort zone and I can tell you that it was best decision I have made in my life. I already have suitcases filled with the most amazing memories and some of the best may yet to become... You can read more on the www.thexpatspouse.com

Occupation

I am Employed.

My expat journey

englandkazakhstanfrancecanada
Canada

Canada

Paris, France

Jun 2010 - Nov 2011

Paris, France

Almaty, Kazakhstan

Jul 2008 - Oct 2008

Almaty, Kazakhstan

England

England

Activity

The Expat Spouse
The Expat Spouse replied to a thread
10 years ago
Christine

Safety in Canada by Christine

Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Canada? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...

The Expat Spouse

I live in Vancouver and I honestly feel it is one of the safest places in the World. I am from London and have lived in Kazakhstan and Paris. When I now go back "home" to London now I definitely feel different and less comfortable - perhaps I am ... Read More

The Expat Spouse
The Expat Spouse replied to a thread
10 years ago
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Canadian cuisine by Priscilla

Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in Canada? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of Canada and why not your best recipe. Thank ...

The Expat Spouse

Oh my gosh...the food, service and whole dining experience here in Vancouver is amazing. The Sushi and Salmon have to be my favourite. So much so I wrote about this in my blog last month: *** J x Read More

The Expat Spouse
The Expat Spouse replied to a thread
11 years ago
expat.com

Top 5 tips to live in Canada by expat.com

Hi, When you are going to live abroad, you may have a lot of questions. Hence to facilitate you in this process, we are inviting expats to share their top 5 tips with regards to settling and living in Canada. What recommendations would you ...

The Expat Spouse

The usual relocation tips aside and not repeating the excellent points that have already been covered. My top 5 tips for a move to Vancouver would be: 1. Immerse yourself as much as possible in everything this beautiful place can offer straight ... Read More