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 Posted: Jun 21, 2012 - 11:58 AM
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First post: Sep 10, 2009
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So yeah. Visa approved. B-) Get in!
Now comes the time when I get really stressed  I'm terrible at planning and organising. |
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Posted: Jun 22, 2012 - 04:55 AM
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First post: Oct 11, 2004
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No need to get stressed. I've been through it all for 4 seasons and you have people that have lived in Whistler and Vancouver that know what they are talking about and are happy to help.
Just ask us and someone will answer |
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Posted: Jun 22, 2012 - 07:49 PM
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Posted: Jun 28, 2012 - 02:44 PM
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What's it like for finding jobs out there in September? I want to try and get one lined up before hand but most of the places i have googled that help you out want quite a few £ to set it up. Im figuring its better to save the money for when im out there. I have also been emailing a few places i have managed to find that relate to what i do work wise at the moment (mostly web dev/design or advertising places). No response from them yet though  |
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Posted: Jul 03, 2012 - 12:13 AM
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Posted: Jul 05, 2012 - 09:22 PM
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Hi all,
I am wanting to do a season this year but not work and have a few questions as I’ve not done this before. Had a look through this thread and don’t think people have asked these questions, so apologies if someone has.
Are there any forms I need to fill out before I go as I won’t be working?
Is there any problems renting a place if I don’t have a Canadian bank account or is it advisable to get one(if I can)?
I have also read that I will have to show evidence I have enough money to support myself while I am in Canada. Would a bank statement be enough or do I have to have a letter from my bank signed or something?
Just a bit unsure about it all.
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Posted: Jul 06, 2012 - 02:37 AM
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I've never worked any of my 4 seasons in Whistler so I think I can help you on this one.
You don't have to fill out any forms before you go to Canada as you are going on holiday. When you get to the airport and go to passport control you will be asked things such as, how much money do you have, do you have a place to live, do you have a return flight etc. I always take a bank statement (or a print off from my on line bank account) showing my money and of course have a credit card with me. Also I have my return flight printed off and any accomm I have sorted out.
The main thing they are looking for is do you have money to cover your stay and you wont look for a cash in hand work. If you can show you can support your self they wont care.
You can look for a place to stay before you head out to Whistler or you can book a bed in a hostel and look for a room/place while there and even meet people in the hostel and move in together. |
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Posted: Jul 06, 2012 - 05:04 PM
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First post: Sep 24, 2009
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As usual Well covered by Lez!
As far as getting a bank account goes. It depends on the land lord. Many are happy (and prefer) to be payed in cash. But some will ask for post dated cheques. In which case you will need to get a canadian bank account.
If all your money is in the UK you will be transferring a lot of money over the course of the year. We have quite a bit of experience advising people on this and the best value method our guests have found is
*Getting a canadian bank account. (RBS and TD are pretty similar in my experience..)
*Then using UKforex to transfer money from your UK account to the canadian account.
On larger sums there are no fees and you can lock in at a better rate then cedit card or debit. Will save you a couple hundred quid over the course of a season if your not working! |
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Posted: Jul 06, 2012 - 05:08 PM
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Also If your not going to be working I would highly recommend volunteering a couple of evenings a week! The hill closes at 3 everyday. Thats a lot of time to kill when you cant ride.
Its a great way to meet whistler locals and have another social circle.
If your interested I have a list of local organizations that are always happy to have more helpers! |
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Posted: Jul 07, 2012 - 06:40 PM
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First post: Nov 30, 2004
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As Lez suggests, if you're a "tourist" (no right to work), then the immigration people will ask you questions intended to find out if you're intending to cheat on that deal somehow.
They hassle me every year, so whilst a history of going there and coming back may well reduce their suspicion than you'll seek asylum, instead it makes them think you're working illegally. Single males are probably high risk from their perspective.
To spell it out, they don't say: "are you intending to make money from working here". Instead they ask you friendly or hostile questions about what you're doing. Have your story simple and have it ready.
If they get the slightest sniff that, for example, you could be intending to do something in exchange for something else, then they will get very excited.
I've had them excited by accident a couple of times. They take you off to a little room and ask you staccato questions. You don't get strip searched if you answer correctly; can't say about what happens if you don't. I found it rather amusing as I was on rock solid ground and I knew it.
I try to be polite, calm and to keep it simple. Absolutely do not joke when dealing with anyone like these people. Immigration into any country is pretty much the same world-over. |
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Posted: Jul 07, 2012 - 10:04 PM
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Thanks for those responses. Have been really helpful.
I know from the responses on here that if you want a Job go out early. As I only need accomadation. When would you suggest heading out as I dont really want to go before the slopes open. Is there normally still accomadation avaliable or would you suggest going out abit earlier. Was planning on staying in a hostel while I look for accomadition around the start of December(ish). Is this a bad idea?
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Posted: Jul 08, 2012 - 06:20 AM
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First post: Sep 24, 2009
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Hi Tom,
I would recommend heading out no later than mid november personally.
I had a friend of the family arrive late november and it took her about 3 1/2 weeks to find a place last year.
check out this page of the season guide
http://www.rideonwhistler.com/Whistler_ ... mmodation/
Have you considered prebooking?
Three of the top benefits are
* Arrive whenever you want we pick you up from the bus and you can go ridin the next day.
* If you have a job at home you can stay and get a couple of extra paychecks in before you head out. No time spent waiting around for the lifts to open spening lot of money at the hostel and at bars!
* You know where you will be staying and everything is already setup for you. Weekly cleaning, bed linen, fully setup kitchen.
Keep an eye on our specials page too we have early season deals regularly updated on there.
Obviously this is my business and pre-book accommodation is not for everyone it depends what your budget and priorities are. But it can make great sense.
Im sure the other guys on the forum will have some good info for you too!
Oh and if you want to find love while your out here come as early as possible! the good ones go quick lol |
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Posted: Jul 08, 2012 - 05:23 PM
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First post: Oct 11, 2004
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The only problem with some volunteering roles is that you get something in return such as a season pass if you volunteer for the mountain. As you get something in return its classed as a payment and you need a visa for that.
Volunteering would be a good way of meeting people, so live in a shared house etc.
For me if I had a chance of getting a visa I would and work part time for the mountain to get a free lift pass and to meet people. All you need to do is work weekends when its busy and even then you get to ski/ride for an hour or while at work. |
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Posted: Jul 09, 2012 - 04:54 PM
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Posted: Jul 13, 2012 - 05:53 PM
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First post: Sep 10, 2009
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Right, so I'm booking my flight over the next couple of days with Canadian Affair. Now, they say that you can have one piece of luggage up to 23kg, and up to two free sports bags up to 20kg.
I wanted to take one snowboard bag with all my snowboarding gear, and clothes in it, and one piece of hand luggage. I'm guessing this isn't possible as I'm sure my bag would weigh more than 20kg if I packed like that. Anyone any idea? I'm assuming most people would bring normal luggage, snowboard bag and hand luggage yeah? |
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