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I tend to speak more american english than british though both of the universities there accept both IELTS and TOEFL.
But from your opinion which one is really better for me that going to be in vancouver at least for 2 years ?

Definitely IELTS. TOEFL doesn’t really test for anything and is being used less often. Plus it runs out in two years. For real world English go for IELTS. Have a good time in Vancouver, it’s a beautiful city.

I am traveling to Vancouver next week, and I saw that the temps will be in the high 60s during the day. Since I am from the south US, I am so not used to this type of weather in the summer. I am going to bring long sleeve shirts and such, but what type of shoes should I bring? Is it too cold to wear open toe shoes?

It’s pritty rainy in vancouver, especially in Winter. We have been enjoying a non-stop pre-Christmas rain for last four days; it’s just stopped and WOW sun is here… Cold and windy, not so cold as in Antarktida or Toronto but I am pretty sure a warm jacket or coat will be just right; hat - you can survive without it as well as without muttens but better to have them.. Do not forget umbrella… Have fun!
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It’s summer! You don’t need long sleeve shirts and such. Bring one if you want protection from the sun. And please do wear open toed shoes. When you arrive, you’ll see most of the women are wearing tank tops or sun tops of some kind, and mostly they will be in shorts or very light weight cotton skirts. And wearing flip flops or sandals.
The exceptions will be people who work indoors in air conditioned offices, who still feel compelled to wear suits, ties and that sort of thing. But they shuck them off as soon as they leave work.
Vancouver is very casual, very laid back, and lovely in the summer. The evenings can get a bit on the cool side (although they haven’t lately) so you might want to bring ONE light sweater or jacket to wear in the evening.
Have a wonderful time in our city. Hope you’re here for the Festival of Lights — the international fireworks competition that is on this coming Saturday, next Wednesday and the following Saturday night. If you’re staying in the downtown area, you’re in luck — it’s free, and about 400,000 people attend.

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Last summer, I mean 2006 was unusual dry and hot. We enjoyed it. But usually more likely than not you have rain all day on Saturdays-Sunday in summer days, not sure why…

i am moving to vancouver canada, and i need the 101, basic

HOW TO MOVE TO CANADA?

im not looking to relocate permantely, just for 4 years at least, so i need my work permit? or if im staying for that long do i need to appy for my permant residency?
what forms do i need to show at the boarder? basically… what do i need to do? the very very very basic of stuff to know.
and if i decide to apply for residency what forms to do i need to have, ect.

that would be so so so so helpfull!!!

Answer 1: go to ; www.canada.gc.ca for all info

Answer 2: Assuming that you are an American citizen, single and/or your spouse is not Canadian citizen (landed resident) - yuo can stay in Canada for not more than 6 months; you do not need anything, show your passport or other proof of your American status at the border (check airport rules, they may demand a passport and may not be satisfied with other documents) and go. American citizens as well as citisens of other countires can not work in Canada without a work permit, in most cases it’s very difficult to get a work permit. As a American citizen, hold a College diploma/ University degree and work experience is some particular professional areas you can get Trade Nafta instant work permit for one-year; otherwise you need to stay in a long line for landed status. There are some special programs for temporary workers mostly in labour/ construction/ but not sure if it’s for you…it’s easier for students to get a work permit but you need to be accepted in a Canadian college/ university and pay for your education first…

Travling to Canada early march and looking for places to stay in both Toronto & Vancouver any email/webs sites for cheap hotels/hostels that can be recomended would be great & any place to visit.

I live in Vancouver. I can only comment on that city. Honestly, if you are budgeting how much time to spend in each of the two cities, you should plan on spending more time in Vancouver than Toronto, as there is far more to do here than in Toronto.

Some of the cheap Vancouver hotels that you can check out are Budget Inn Patricia Hotel, Vancouver Centre Travelodge, Biltmore Hotel, City Center Motor Hotel, Days Inn Vancouver Metro, Bosmans Hotel, Howard Johnson Hotel Vancouver, Coast Vancouver Airport Hotel, Dominion Hotel and the Greenbrier Hotel. There are also budget hotels and backpackers hostels, some of which are not recommended. Be aware that you get what you pay for. You may wish to check out the following Web links:

http://www.tripadvisor.com/hotels-g15494…

http://www.canadabudgethotels.com/vancou…

http://www.thebackpacker.net/travelhoste…

http://www.tourismvancouver.com/visitors…

http://www.city.vancouver.bc.ca/visitors…

One of the best of the cheaper downtown hotels is Days Inn - Vancouver Downtown. You can view a short description at: http://www.daysinn.com/daysinn/control/b…

In terms of what to do in Vancouver, well, the Tourism Vancouver Web site provides much of the information that you need. If I had limited time, I would make sure that I visited the following: Stanley Park, Granville Island, Gastown, Chinatown, Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain. Of course, you can spend many days exploring the city, but you should be able to fit all of those attractions in within three days or so.

Enjoy your visit!

hi folks i’m visiting vancouver and Kamloops in B.C. to see my brother and my Sister-In-Law who moved there in febuary. not been to see them yet but was wondering if anyone else had any ideas on things to do and see.
What are the transport links between Kamloops and Vancouver?
What is there to do in Kamloops?
I’m flights are booked for the end of november and till the mid of dec.

The train ride from Vancouver to Kamloops through the Rocky Mountains is unforgettable! The 2 cities are on opposite sides of the province so its quite a trip.

My girlfriend and I are going to be in Vancouver for the first time over Christmas/New Years. We’re 30, adventurous eaters and looking for a fun, yummy night out.

Any good bars with good rock/indie music would be a big plus! Thanks!

Really depends on what you want and where you are from how much you want to spend… We had an awesome new years a couple years ago at the Atlantic Trap and Gill… lobster dinner and celtic music for $25 per person, dont know if they still do it…

Do you like Seafood? try the FISHHOUSE or the BOATHOUSE near English Bay and Stanley Park…

looking for something really special? Go to the top of Grouse Mountain and eat at the Obervatory…
or The Vancouver Aquarium has a party every year the tickets are expensive but totally worth it!!!

Iron Chef Rob Feenies Restaurant Lumiere is great but a little out of downtown so it you want to carry on it would be a taxi ride…

As well Vancouver is ethnic foodie heaven so if you want just about anything from anywhere chances are you can find it downtown…

What are the usual rates for Vancouver appartments downtown? and in the city? nothing crazy,just something simple like a studio or a loft would be cool.Is it anymore expensive then say,Seattle or Portland?

Like most large cities, Vancouver is expensive. I would say it is about equal with Seattle, and a bit more than Portland.

Remember, too, that if you don’t have citizenship in Canada, you will need to get the proper documents to live there.

My hubby and I live in Vancouver, about 12 minutes from the central downtown area by bus. We live in a large basement apt of a private house in a nice residential area and pay $500 a month, all utilities, cable and internet provided, as well as laundry facilities, and have a fenced yard as well, as we have pets.

Rent in the downtown area is more, my husbands son had a small 1 bdrm apt in the downtown core area, for $900 a month plus heat, cable, etc.

So, it depends on what you want, what you will settle for, where you want to live, and how diligent you are in looking for a good deal. I would recommend staying in Vancouver, or maybe Burnaby, just because it’s closer to everything.

Anyway, it IS possible to find good deals that aren’t dumps!
Good luck!
Vancouver is a wonderful place to live.

I live in Vancouver, and I’m getting married next May.. problem is, we just can’t find the perfect wedding spot. We want outdoor ceremony, indoor reception, and something… unconventional. No Stanley Park or Queen E or boring hotel wedding… we had wanted the planetarium, but we can’t that weekend… so now what? advice.ideas/personal stories??

Although not very helpful, what about along the beach? Stanley Park is SO huge…unconventional really doesn’t match Stanley Park.

You could do it at Stanley Park and see if the Aquarium could host your reception?

Remember the ceremony will only last about 30 minutes while the reception is much, MUCH longer. Being unique is great, but also look at what you want to be unique. Trying to overdue yourself and go to exotic and unusual locations for everything may overwhelm your guests.

My suggestion: have the ceremony somewhere in Stanley Park (mainly because I think it’s gorgeous) but go somewhere unique for the reception.

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Try at Boundary Bay in Boundary Bay Regional Park, south of Tsawwassen in Greater Vancouver. When I was there I saw a wedding at a lovely house nearby the beach.  You can rent it for on-two days, at summer days do it some weeks ahead, they have a waiting list.

I am planning a trip to Vancouver, Canada, and I was wondering if this city has a good nightlife.

Well I guess it depends on what scene you are into. There are a number of hip/hop dance/pop clubs but there are alot of other alternative nights but they move around and are in smaller venues. Try looking at

www.clubvibes.com

or

www.vancouverplus.ca

Have fun.

Im doing a presentation on Tourism in Vancouver and I was wondering if anyone knows where and/or how many marijuana coffee shops there are. Any legit help would be appreciated. Im getting mixed results on internet search engines.

There are quite a few on the “Pot Block” on E Hastings. Pop into one of the cafes (in broad daylight with a friend) and they can tell you how many are around town or direct you to someone who can.