<t>Yes, I believe the Canadian banking system is currently rated the strongest in the world. It is because when all the other countries relaxed the regulations back during the Clinton years, our gov would not. <br/> <br/> Our health system is one of the things that defines us as a country. We love t...

That's true, in fact there are direct flights to both Glasgow and Edinburgh from Halifax. Plus there's the whole Scottish culture in Cape Breton.

Thanks for the welcome! I've never been to Ireland, but it's on my list of places to visit. What was your favourite place when you were here?

<t>Have you considered the east coast? New Brunswick is recruiting immigrants as well. My husband and I have made friends with several families who have moved to our town from the UK in the last year. The culture here is more laid back than on the west coast. If you've never been before, I would def...

My favourite city is Halifax, because it's not far from me and has a wonderful waterfront, nice walking trails, and great restaurants.

I also love Ottawa. Haven't been since I was a teenager, but it has so many museums and cool stuff to do.

We went to Holland with my parents in April. It was wonderful, and of course we went to the Keukenhof. AMAZING! I wish I could post a picture!

<t>Hi, I'm brand new. I'm a Mom to a 7 year old boy and a 4 year old girl. Gardening is in my genes - my Dad's Dutch, and was a major gardener. We always had fresh cut flowers in the house all summer, and veggies from the garden all year round (they froze & pickled). I'm not nearly as extensive ...

A hammer! I've heard of people doing that, but totally not necessary. A nutcracker or large knife will do.