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QUOTE (MrsCat @ Feb 7 2009, 12:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

My husband thinks that they made a fake card using my number and are using it for gas stations. Which would make sense, since they could swipe it through at the pump without a clerk seeing it. But how many vehicles can you seriously need to fill with $700 in gas purchases in one day.

The criminal mind is a bizarre place.

My CC number was stolen the very first time I used a credit card online. It was also my first credit card (or at least, the first one in which I was the primary user). The thief had bought a ton of electronic equipment, so the credit company (MBNA, before they were taken over by Bank of America) called me up to ask about. I told them I hadn't done that and they canceled the card and sent me a new one. Eventually I received another new card from them, but this time, it was under the BoA label.

One thing I really dislike about most restaurants in Canada (at least the ones I've been to in Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver) is that they display the entire credit card number on the bill. The customer has the number entirely blanked out except for the last four digits, but the merchant copy keeps the whole thing. Half the time I blank it out with a pen. I've never seen a restaurant in the U.S. do that (unless it's really, really old fashioned and uses a non-electronic method of payment).

The U.S. certainly has its share of scams, though. One time I was called up and told I had been "selected randomly and won a free gas card." The guy on the phone then said they needed to verify my identity with a major credit card. I responded, "You obviously know my identity if I've won this card, so why do you need a credit card?" He paused for a moment and then tried to rephrase his question, emphasizing the overall importance of the gas card I had apparently "won." I told him "no thanks" and hung up. Amazing, isn't it?

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-02-07 17:48:00

The one thing I don't like about Custom House is they ask for a ton of personal information. They want two forms of ID. I'm not going to surrender that! They're not a bank or any entity that I trust. Maybe that sounds somewhat paranoid, but all I have to go on is a website that says stuff -- there are no physical locations.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-02-01 21:46:00

I grew up in Houston, TX. Lived there all my life and I really do like the city a lot. It has practically everything and anything one could want.

However... I feel odd visiting this time. Aside from the weirdness I felt when coming through Customs as a "visitor to the U.S.", I don't feel as comfortable here as I did before. I actually miss home, which as far as I'm concerned at this point, is in Canada.

Oh.. and something funny happened to me a couple of days ago. I was reaching into my wallet to pay for an item with cash and I almost pulled out a Canadian $20 bill. I looked at it for a moment and then realized that's the wrong currency and took out an American $20 bill instead.

My wife did that too, but even better. She was getting some coffee at Starbucks and without thinking, went to pay for it with Canadian cash. The guy behind the counter looked at it and asked, "What is this? A Euro or something?" My wife was embarrassed at making that mistake and quickly produced American money. The guy behind the counter started asking her questions about Canada (after he realized where she's from) and thought it was "pretty cool" that he had met a "foreigner."

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-01-25 12:05:00

I don't want this to turn into a debate, but...

I don't hate Obama. I really don't and I'd like to give him the benefit of the doubt. It's too early to praise or condemn him. However, what really bugs me is the "Obama worship" that seems to be almost everywhere.

So many people irrationally believe that Obama will "turn water into wine" or some such nonsense. He's not our salvation or the messiah. He's a man who's been elected as President of the United States. That may be a prestigious position, but he can't make bills himself. He can propose something, but ultimately, the decision is up to both Congress and the Supreme Court.

I suppose what really annoys me is that I've already seen coins minted with his face on them and "Obama stamps" as well. The U.S. has never put a sitting president on a coin or a stamp. I'm not being partisan here -- I wouldn't have wanted Bush on either.

I actually feel a little sorry Obama. He didn't ask for people to believe he can "solve all of our problems." That's a lot of stress for one person and I hope, that when he messes up (all presidents mess up somewhere) he won't get viciously attacked. I know some people will bash him; others will probably make excuses for him.

All in all, I'm glad I'm in Canada now and don't have to deal with this lunacy.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-01-20 12:03:00

QUOTE (Krikit @ Jan 16 2009, 10:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (childress_london @ Jan 16 2009, 01:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I lived in England for three years but never heard the word chuffed.

It was a surprise when I moved there. There I was thinking we spoke the same language. Imagine my surprise when I could barely follow a conversation when I first got there!

I just nodded my head a lot and said "uh huh"... LOL!

I have the same problem in the US sometimes.

In Canada the conversation, for the most part, seems a lot like the U.S., with one big difference. Half the time people don't understand what I'm talking about. I don't mean I'm mumbling garbage, either. I am speaking to them in a clear and easily heard voice using mostly simply dialog. However, I still get a lot of "Huh?" looks.

My wife doesn't know what the problem is either. Then again, she's been around me, so maybe any differences in my speech wouldn't seem noticeable to her.

I don't have a "Texan accent." My parents are from New York, so that probably influenced my speech patterns. As it is, I refuse to say "ya'll." In fact, when I'm the south, a lot of people think I'm a "northerner." Every once in a while, when I'm really angry, I might let loose one or two Texan-like words or whatever.

My wife thinks that perhaps there are some very subtle differences in dialect or tone between Americans and Canadians. Maybe that's why some people sometimes have difficulty understanding me. My in-laws don't, but then again, they've traveled all over the place (including the United States).

I don't know what reason is here, but it can be quite aggravating.

Edited by DeadPoolX, 16 January 2009 - 02:05 PM.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-01-16 14:04:00

QUOTE (Rob and Mel @ Dec 16 2008, 11:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Well, now maybe someone can explain to me how mental Fucktards like Larry The Cable Guy and Dane Cook are considered funny. Is it just the mentally deficient population of the U.S. that finds them funny and keeps them employed as comedians?

Hmmm... I'm American and I think they're both moronic.

I don't think it has as much to do with "what Americans find funny" versus "what teenagers find funny." More often than not, what high school or college students find amusing will not be shared for the older populace. Unfortunately, those in their teens have a dramatic impact on the economy -- they're by far the greatest spenders and have the most time to do so.

As a side note, Jim Carrey, a comedian thought to be funny by many (while I find him annoying as all hell) has the honor of being Canadian. Once again, I think it has less to do with nationality rather than targeted age group.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2008-12-17 06:28:00

I'm reading the Canadian Forum on VJ instead of...

Since my wife is away, I'm currently partaking in the "I'm too lazy to go to the grocery store" diet.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-04-03 13:05:00

Where are you from in Canada?

My wife was born in Edmonton, AB and remained there for most of her life. She moved to Ottawa, ON for a few years, but hated it there.

She lived in England for a short period of time while doing her Masters degree. My wife had already returned to Edmonton when she and I first got together.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-19 12:49:00

Lose weight Canada

Oddly enough, I've actually gained weight since moving to Canada. I was losing weight in the U.S., which seems to the opposite of what is usually posted here.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-02-18 18:07:00

Just for a laugh....

QUOTE (thetreble @ Mar 6 2009, 06:23 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I think it would have been better if they used a Canadian actress just to get the accent right!

I hope people don't think this is the way it's done though...

Looks cute.

You mean Hollywood would make a movie over a certain subject with inaccurate information?!

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-03-07 11:04:00

Questions about crossing the boarder?

QUOTE (Kathryn41 @ Jul 19 2009, 11:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Getting across the border for shorter visits tend to be more successful than for longer visits. The advantage of flying is that you can have a return ticket. The disadvantage is the cost - especially if you are denied entry to the US.

At least she'd go through pre-clearance in Canada. Yeah, it'd suck if she got denied, but at least she wouldn't have to immediately find a flight home.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-07-19 16:16:00

Questions about crossing the boarder?

I know everyone says "be honest," but I think you'd have a tough sell on your hands when telling Customs Officers that you plan to stay for six months. Theoretically, they shouldn't have an issue since you ARE allowed to stay up to six months, but I'm sure you'd raise a few flags nonetheless.

If you plan on being honest about it, you'll need a ton of evidence supporting that you'll return to Canada. I'm not quite sure how much (my wife visited for two weeks at a time every few months), but six months will definitely peak their interest. You'll almost assuredly get ushered into secondary, in which case they'll probably grill you pretty hard.

Whether or not you're honest, make sure your story is good. You'll need to answer their questions, but DO NOT give them more info than necessary. I'd also advise that you and your fiance both know all the "ins and outs" to whatever you'll say. The very last thing you want to present is conflicting information.

Don't get me wrong -- I'm not suggesting you be dishonest. All I'm saying is that you'll need to try really hard to convince them that you're not planning on immigrating illegally. Seeing as how August is only a couple of weeks away, I'd start collecting every shred of evidence you can.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-07-19 13:42:00

Job/Career...what do YOU do?

Right now... I'm unemployed. Have been since I moved here. Originally I was in school to become a psychologist, but had to give that up in order to immigrate. Since I didn't finish that undergrad degree, I'll lost most of my credits if I want to go to a school here. I simply don't have the time nor the money to go back to school now and redo my undergrad and then move onto graduate school.

I do have a degree in Graphic Design including photography and audio/video editing. Unfortunately, that's just about useless nowadays. Everyone and their dog thinks they're a graphic designer. Most employers feel there's no reason to hire a professional graphic designer when their 13 year-old kid can doodle in MS Paint. If they do hire you, expect hourly pay of $10/hr if you're lucky.

If I try freelance work, it's even worse. I've seen ads that want you to work for free (they claim it'll be a "great learning experience" and "something to add to your resume") to $60 per week. Yes, that's $60 PER WEEK. I even saw an airline offering a job where you don't receive monetary compensation, but you can acquire "free airline tickets." Well, that's great but... airline tickets won't pay the bills.

Since both graphic design and psychology aren't viable at this point, I'm scrounging for whatever jobs I can find. I tried retail, but I can't deal with using lies in order to get customers to purchase products. Even worse is commission sales, since every employee is out for themselves and thinks nothing of stabbing someone else in the back.

I've applied for all sorts of positions, including retail, office clerk, warehouse stocker, delivery man, construction (and other trade jobs) and even janitor. No bites at all.

That doesn't really surprise me, though. I've always been the "black sheep" of the family. My family consists of doctors and lawyers (even my brother is in law school right now) and what I am doing? Struggling to find a job as a cashier.

Edited by DeadPoolX, 25 July 2009 - 08:57 AM.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-07-25 08:53:00

How long should I wait to call DOS?

QUOTE (Carlawarla @ Jul 27 2009, 01:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (minnew @ Jul 27 2009, 03:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (Carlawarla @ Jul 27 2009, 02:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (domegirl1978 @ Jul 27 2009, 11:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Hi guys! Hope everyone had a great weekend!

How long should I wait to call DOS to find out if I have an interview date? I don't know how long it takes the Consulate to send everything over to DOS which is why I ask. I don't want to start harassing DOS sooner than I should.

Aren't you filing for a K-1? What's DOS? Are you talking about phoning NVC to find out when they got your application and when they're sending it out to the Consulate in Canada? K-1's are interviewed at Montreal and Vancouver. I never knew anyone other than the Consulate in those cities sent out Package 3, and set up interview appointments? Maybe this is something new?

DOS is Department of State. You are able to call them to find out if the consulate has sent out Packet 3 or Packet 4(interview letter). Before I got my letter in the mail and 2 days after I faxed back packet 3 to Vancouver I called DOS and they were able to confirm my interview date and what date the letter was sent to me. From what I understand the consulates still do the scheduling of interviews, DOS is there to track the consulates.

Thanks minnew! I did know what DOS was, sorry, just couldn't figure out why anyone would be calling them. Just someone else to bug I guess for those that are anxious!

When I was going through the process they didn't have any information on you other than to say when they sent out your package. You just emailed the Consulates and all further correspondence and contact was with them.

And here I thought it stood for "Disk Operating System."

Edited by DeadPoolX, 27 July 2009 - 11:26 PM.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-07-27 23:26:00

I was reading this and thinking, is this not a waste of resources?

QUOTE (*Len* @ Jul 28 2009, 11:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (thetreble @ Jul 28 2009, 10:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

You know, I often wonder about arrests and silly things like this. I wonder how many people in the US are in jail for things that maybe a fine would have taken care of. What's the worst that could have happened? The kid had a couple of beers and got tipsy? He's 19, not 10.

Don't know.

I see it differently. The worst that could happen is the little pr1ck gets drunk; drives, and kills innocent bystanders. but I see your point.

I think the point is that anyone could do that if they drink too much. I've seen a lot of responsible 18 year-olds and many irresponsible so-called adults.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-07-28 13:43:00

I was reading this and thinking, is this not a waste of resources?

QUOTE (thetreble @ Jul 28 2009, 11:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Kid arrested over fake id

Okay so, yeah it's against the law. But, admittedly, when I went to university I had just turned 18 and some girl in Res gave me one. I can't imagine having being caught and arrested. I would assumed I would have gotten taken away and told not to come back to the store like I saw happen to other kids.

You know, I often wonder about arrests and silly things like this. I wonder how many people in the US are in jail for things that maybe a fine would have taken care of. What's the worst that could have happened? The kid had a couple of beers and got tipsy? He's 19, not 10.

Don't know.

Overall, I agree. But I don't think MADD has the same lobbying power in Canada as it does in the United States. MADD was the reason the drinking age was moved from 18 to 21 -- you know, because 21 year-olds are so much more responsible than they were three years before.

It's been said many times, but it's weird that you can fight and die for your country, but can't legally get a drink.

One area in which I do think checking ID is exceptionally important is in clubs. There have been numerous cases where underage girls have slipped in and somehow managed to get together with a guy there. Some people say that the guy should "know" or "ask" the girl her age first. But the club specifies 21+ and checking the age is the club's responsibility, not the patron's. And how well does asking a girl her age go over? That's probably not a great opening line: "Hey baby, are you legal?" Even if she isn't, do you think she'll admit to it?

The reason I get riled up about this is if a guy and a girl get together and she's underage, he's guilty of statutory rape. It doesn't matter if she was willing or he never knew. The man will then be arrested, tried (usually found guilty), possibly serve time and then get labeled as a "sex offender" for the rest of his life.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-07-28 13:34:00

Public apology to TheTreble...

QUOTE (Sprailenes @ Jul 25 2009, 07:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

http://www.roadtocanada.com/

It's not as busy as VJ though.

Hence the main reason why I don't go there. My immigration is complete, therefore I don't really need their advice or whatever. In fact, I never went there at all. Canadian immigration was fairly straight forward. It wasn't simple, but I don't think it's quite as complex as the U.S. variety. In that respect, Canada definitely KO's the United States. Then again, I think Canada actually wants immigrants, whereas the U.S. doesn't.

But anyway... I might go to RTC if it were more heavily populated. It isn't and this place is. Besides... what would the Canada Forum do without their "resident a$$hole?"

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-07-25 10:37:00

Public apology to TheTreble...

I'd like to render an apology to TheTreble. Despite how irritated I was at the time, I shouldn't have called you an "idiot." That was uncalled for and I know you're not an idiot.

To anyone else who felt insulted... well, that was not my intention. I apologize to those individuals as well.

I suppose the source of my aggravation is that I'm never given an equal voice in this forum. I know I didn't immigrate to the U.S., but I did immigrate to Canada. So I do have some sort of connection to this forum, even if it is in reverse.

I understand that many of you love Canada (just as I love the U.S.) and therefore wish to defend it against what you see as undue criticism. I don't intend to insult or belittle Canada or Canadians. However, just as many of you have had difficulty in adjusting to life in the United States, so have I in Canada.

It's not that I dislike Canada. It's a nice country and the longer I am here the more I find to appreciate. But I will always be an American. I take pride in my home country and even if I do become a Canadian citizen, I will always consider myself an American first and foremost. I assume the same can be said for those of you who aim to become an American citizen.

On this board we complain. A lot. All of us do. So we often see is the worst while neglecting the good. Believe it or not, I often defend Canada when speaking to friends or even family. That doesn't mean I love everything in this country. I don't love everything in the U.S., either. But I am accustomed to the U.S. (or perhaps Texas, to be more accurate), so therein lies my understanding and perhaps acceptance of what may occur.

Yes, I do have some complaints about Canada. Many of you have numerous complaints about the U.S. and that's just as understandable as my issues with Canada. We all have a lot to come to terms with in this mess.

So all I ask is that you try to accept my complaints. I'm not saying Canada is terrible and the U.S. is the best place in the world. Most of my problems lie with the Canadian government and the utter ineptitude it so often displays. The U.S. government isn't much better (if at all). But I'm not immigrating to the U.S., so many issues presented to you all do not apply to me and vice-versa. Even though I know this, the situation still aggravates me to no end. Maybe some day in the future, when my problems are all ironed out (and hopefully everyone else's here will be too), I can sit back and enjoy my new home.

Thank you.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-07-25 02:35:00

The Bachelorette

QUOTE (JillA @ May 19 2009, 09:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (neiks @ May 19 2009, 12:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I love Jillian, she reminds me so much of my best friend - who also has had many man issues in the past.
I'm disappointed that there are no Canadian men though - what's with that?

Me too, I thought there would be at least a few Canucks, I mean there was even a Brit! Which, by the way, why did the producers feel the need to put subtitles when the Brit spoke? Ummm he was speaking English!

From my experience (as an American citizen), very few in the U.S. can actually understand a Brit when he's speaking. The way the language is spoken is so different that it appears as a completely foreign language.

In a few cases, I've been able to understand the British. Monty Python comes to mind. Most of the time I'll need closed captioning or they'll sound incomprehensible.

My wife doesn't have a problem understanding Brits, but she lived in England for a few years. I'm sure that helped.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-19 12:55:00

Why Canada sucks...

QUOTE (Rob and Mel @ Jul 29 2009, 10:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Was gonna click on the link, but then saw the address, should include the NSFW tag

There are no pics, so I thought it might be okay. Then again, a "NSFW" tag might have been useful. I can't edit it now.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-07-29 12:24:00

Paying off debt/loans after immigrating to the U.S.- legal?

There are a number of options, most of which have already been stated:

1. PayPal - Open both an American and a Canadian account. Transfer money from one to another.

2. Custom House - I haven't used them, but many people highly recommend the service.

3. Bank Transfer - Some banks will allow you to transfer money from one bank to another. I know this works with the Canadian and U.S. versions of RBC and TD (although the American branches are very geographically limited).

I don't know about Bank of America and ScotiaBank. Supposedly there's a deal worked out between the two so that if you use a BoA debit card on a ScotiaBank ATM, you won't get charged and vice-versa. Maybe their partnership extends to checking accounts, but I'd find out first.

4. ATM - You can pull cash out from an ATM and then physically transfer it to your current bank. This is a somewhat long process since you need to carry the cash over to your current bank and there's usually a withdrawal limit placed on your checking account.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-06 08:24:00

My vent

QUOTE (*Marilyn* @ May 7 2009, 07:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (DeadPoolX @ May 6 2009, 06:42 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (BermyCat @ May 6 2009, 06:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I'm covered in wet cat food. Magic was absolutely determined not to eat this morning.

On the other hand, I guess it's good that she had the energy to put up such a fight. I just wish she would eat on her on. She's even getting an appetite stimulant but it doesn't seem to help.

~ Catherine

Well, if I were a cat, I probably wouldn't find "wet cat food" too appetizing. Maybe that's the problem?

I think she means the tins of cat food you can buy.. not dry cat food that you make wet...

I am sorry about your cat, Bermy

...

Yes, I know what she meant. That still leads me to think that "wet cat food" wouldn't be appetizing.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-08 02:18:00

My vent

QUOTE (BermyCat @ May 6 2009, 06:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Well, if I were a cat, I probably wouldn't find "wet cat food" too appetizing. Maybe that's the problem?

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-06 08:42:00

My vent

Sorry to hear about your cat. Although I'm not a "cat person," I've had pets before and I know how much they can mean to you.

As for the argument in the other Vent thread... well, I apologize for that. I like debating, so I sometimes forget that doing so is generally reserved for OT.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-04-30 18:13:00

QUOTE (pRetTy_aNgeL @ May 13 2009, 11:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (thetreble @ May 13 2009, 11:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Well I wasn't going to go to the doctor at all, as I thought it was just a mild case of traveller's sickness. But, my stomach hasn't been right now for 6 days. I'm refraining from eating much because everything goes through me like water

And believe me, being at work and having to run to the bathroom isn't fun.

I've got a reputation to protect, ya know? haha

It's just an intestinal parasite. I think I got it from a hamburger I ate at the Punta Cana airport.

It's just an intestinal parasite? Don't underestimate those parasites some were harmful and can lead to death.

And moving on from that positive note...

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-13 13:43:00

QUOTE (Sprailenes @ May 13 2009, 10:32 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I have the mad cow giant microbe... well my dog does actually because she has made it her own. But those things are great I love them.

I gave my wife (back when she was my GF) a plush syphilis microbe. I figured that way I could honestly say I'd "given my girlfriend syphilis."

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-13 13:25:00

For your viewing pleasure, here's a wonderful article about parasites.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-13 09:24:00

QUOTE (Sprailenes @ May 13 2009, 07:00 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Don't look at it as a parasite, think of it more as a souvenir.

What type of parasite?

Edited by DeadPoolX, 13 May 2009 - 09:15 AM.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-13 09:15:00

Canadian marrying an American

QUOTE (Wendy J @ Apr 4 2009, 05:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (Sentinel @ Apr 4 2009, 02:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

You could also ask me. I immigrated to Canada (instead of the usual "move to the U.S.") and I got married there in Vancouver.

Hey! Thanks for all the info everyone! I feel so much better knowing that the chances of him being turned away for a simple visit is probably not going to happen! He would have no problems showing information stating his want/need to return to the USA.
We were thinking of getting married in Mexico but with him being american, me canadian and all the paper work that has to be done, it just seems like it would have taken forever!
This the the better way to do things, he needs all the regular info and it can be done easily here in manitoba where I live!

Sentinel~ Any advice you care to share will be of great value!! It's good to have someone like you to help and support a good cause!

Wendy, try PMing me if you have any questions in particular. I can't guarantee that I can answer all -- or even any -- of them, but if I can help, I most certainly will. Just don't tell anyone. I need to keep my reputation for being an a$$hole.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-04-05 03:02:00

Canadian marrying an American

You could also ask me. I immigrated to Canada (instead of the usual "move to the U.S.") and I got married there in Vancouver.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-04-04 14:46:00

Canadian marrying an American

QUOTE (Wendy J @ Apr 3 2009, 05:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

So my fiance and I want to get married this summer in Canada where I am from. He is American and will be returning to the USA because of his job. He will eventually be moving here to Canada within the next 3-5 years.The process of getting him here will be dealt with after the marriage. My question is...If we get married this summer will he be able to come back to Canada to visit on occasion without getting hassled or having to fill out a mound of paperwork? Both of our jobs are keeping us where we are for the time being so no chances of either of us moving in the near future.
Also, what kind of information is needed on his part to be able to marry in Canada?
I'm new to all this so please be gentle with your answers!

Thanks much,
W.

That's a hotly debated topic in this forum and presumably others. Some people will say you should "always be truthful and never lie" while others suggest not telling the "whole truth." I don't believe anyone here has promoted outright lying, but I'm sure there are some who would swear by it.

Unfortunately, every situation is different. You could go through a POE and never get hassled or you could get turned away. What happens is primarily dictated by the time of year, the Customs officer himself/herself and what evidence you bring to prove ties to your home country. Some officers will ask for multiple forms of proof or send you to secondary inspection while other officers won't ask for much (a flight itinerary, for instance) and some may not even ask at all.

Two examples I've had are:

1. I came through YVR (Vancouver) during the holidays and when I told the Customs officer I was "there to visit my fiancee" he freaked. He sent me over to secondary inspection where I spent the next 30-to-40 minutes relating my entire life story, how I met my fiancee, my job, how much money I had one me, etc. They finally let me enter Canada, but there were extremely hesitant to do it, despite having all documentation with me.

2. Once again during the holidays, I arrived at YYC (Calgary) and when I approached the Customs officer, he asked for my passport, quickly stamped it and sent me on my way. He didn't ask a single question.

Edited by Sentinel, 03 April 2009 - 08:02 PM.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-04-03 20:01:00

anyone fom canada

I'm in Vancouver! It's a great city (how's that for non-descriptive?) and if you're looking to go somewhere a little less crowded, Victoria is good too. I like their downtown a lot better than Vancouver, but mostly because there are far fewer pedestrians.

By the way... Trailmix? My wife asked me to tell you the following: "Edmonton kicks Calgary's a$$."

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-13 15:22:00

Opinions?

I just want you all to know that I have absolutely nothing relevant to say, so I'll shout this: "First male in an all-female thread!"

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-13 13:27:00

I apologize. I shouldn't have said any of that.

Edited by DeadPoolX, 18 May 2009 - 04:10 PM.

DeadPoolX

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Canada

2009-05-18 16:09:00

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Well, as I said, I just realized she meant commitments such as children, not commitment to each other (which is what I originally thought).

As for my relationship with my family... I don't know if you know my family history (I wrote about it somewhere else on here a while back), but considering the nature of it, my thoughts on the subject are hardly surprising.

yeah, and I know you are the 'husband' in your relationship - i meant Amanda (treble), not you.

Ah, ok.

DeadPoolX

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Canada

2009-05-18 11:58:00

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Well I guess I'm coming from the perspective that whatever commitments I have can be put aside when it comes to family. If my boss told me today I Could have off work for three weeks I'd be driving home now to get the dogs and go home to see them all. I'd probably call Jared on the way and tell him I was off to Canada for a few weeks to see them. We don't have any commitments as a couple really, and none that are more important than family.

Interesting statement.

Wouldn't your husband be considered family? After all, you married him, live with him and immigrated to a different country for him. I realize you wanted to be with him too, but if it weren't for your husband, I doubt you would have ever considered leaving Canada. If your blood-related family is more important, why did you move?

No commitments as a couple? So that means he could go sleep with other women or take a job on the opposite of the country at a whim, right? He'd have no real commitment to you. Just as you could do whatever you wish without talking to him about it, he could do whatever he wanted without discussing it with you as well.

Obviously that's not what she meant, and I'm sure you know that. If my family needed me back home, I'd be there immediately and that has nothing to do with my husband (meaning he couldn't try to "stop" me from going, even though he is also my family if they needed me, I'm there).

Well, I suppose that's where a lot of people and I differ then. I don't give a ** what happens to my family in the U.S., with the possible exception of my brother. The rest are inconsequential.

Yes, you do differ from alot of other people. I am incredibly close to my family, we are always there for eachother and no matter what, they come first. My husband also comes first, but they go together as they are both family. He understands that and would never try to come between us, he knows how close we all are. And I don't think too many people would say "I don't give a * what happens to my family"

Edited by DeadPoolX, 18 May 2009 - 11:30 AM.

DeadPoolX

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Canada

2009-05-18 11:27:00

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Well, I suppose that's where a lot of people and I differ then. I don't give a ** what happens to my family in the U.S., with the possible exception of my brother. The rest are inconsequential.

Okay... wait a sec. Something just occurred to me. Maybe she meant commitments as in children or something similar. I read that as "commitment to each other."

Edited by DeadPoolX, 18 May 2009 - 11:24 AM.

DeadPoolX

Male

Canada

2009-05-18 11:20:00