Turning right on red is only "prohibited" in the island of Montreal. Enjoy Canada.

You can ask for milk,cream and sugar on the side. Some outlets are switched some times. That outlet in the kitchen is illegal, the one in the bathroom is a GFI receptacle it is for use in damp locations and completely safe to use. It will shut itself off if it or the device plugged into it come in contact with wetness instantly.

Love your videos , please do not stop continue :)

@LouiseWareArmstrong

4 жыл бұрын

Thankyou ♥️🇨🇦

No one pulls their plugs out here. The reason that they do in the UK and have an on/off switch on the outlets is because at 240 volts, they have so much more power. I think its only McD's and Timmies that put the cream and sugar in and I'm sure I've bought lattes in Timmies? I've been to Ontario quite a few times in the winter but I don't think I've seen people leave their cars running, so I don't think it's that common. It would be done for the weather though as up north, where it can get to 45C below, people do it all the time, but they have two keys so the cars are always locked. I'm sure that some Ontarians do plug their cars in though. I thought that turning right on a red light was such a good idea when I first came here. I was always surprised that the UK hadn't introduced it, on a LEFT turn though' The other Canadian innovation that I thought was good on the roads was the amber warning lights placed a few hundred yards BEFORE an intersection that the lights are going to change. They only put them where there is quite a high speed limit, 50mph? Basements are more underground in Ontario than they are in the West , not all obviously . Our house is probably three ft below grad in one corner , but level diagonally across. Our daughters house in Burlington ON is about five feet under all around.

About rounding to the nearest 5 cents, that applies only to cash transactions. The cashiers in the big stores use computerized point of sale which is why they ask how you are paying. If the total is 46.52, that's what you pay with credit or debit cards, but you pay 46.50 with cash. The point of sale software does the rounding and tracks it for the cashier so they can balance at the end fo their shift. In smaller stores with less sophisticated equipment they just get used to being off a few cents every day.

- if you ask for cream or milk and sugar on the side any coffee shop will do it for you :-) - a lot of homes have the plug outlets controlled by the wall switches but usually limited to the main living room - the bathroom plug outlet is safe because it is GFCI type rated for splash protection but the kitchen outlet is actually illegal and won't pass a home inspection - some beds do come with slats, also a larger size bed would have 1 or two other center bars included but would still have a boxspring :-) - only one Province in Canada does not allow right turns on a red; Quebec

@LouiseWareArmstrong

4 жыл бұрын

Thankyou so much I'm learning so much!

Actually, some houses have a few switched plugs. Mine does anyway, and I've seen others that are the same. The difference is that I've seen sockets in the UK where the switch is literally in the same plate as the socket. That's really rare here (though it does exist). Switches are usually on the wall next to a room's door (or entryway, if there's no door), and if a socket is controlled by a switch, that's where you'd go to turn it on or off. This is usually a good thing, since some sockets are in hard-to-reach places behind furniture and whatnot - it's easier to put the switch with other switches instead of requiring that you reach around a love seat or oak chest or something to turn a switch on or off. I'm actually not a big fan of switched plugs though. Most light fixtures have their own switches...and if you want to use a kitchen appliance or whatever, it might be more convenient to have it on your kitchen counter always, and just turn a switch on to use it...but I prefer putting my toasters and blenders and kettles away into cupboards and drawers where they aren't cluttering up my counter, and only bringing them out when they're being used. Otherwise, my kitchen looks SO messy. So the advantage of having a switched plug is lost here, as you're unplugging the appliance when not in use. And finally, it's dangerous to never know whether a plug is live or not (even if the switch is on the plug, it may not be labelled ON/OFF, so you don't know whether it's on or not, and even if the switch IS labelled, if it's dark you wouldn't be able to read the label anyway). Given the rarity of switched plugs, we Canadians just assume ALL plugs are live, and treat them as such. And finally - that kitchen sink plug is NOT to code. Not in the least. That could not be built now, it'd be illegal (and has been since at least the '90s). If a plug is going to be within a certain distance of possible open water, it MUST be a GFCI, or ground fault circuit interrupter (these have a failsafe that prevents any shock or electrocution risk in the event that live current runs through water). And even though older plugs are grandfathered in (so that plug you have is probably still allowed to exist where it is), we've changed all of ours in the bathroom and kitchen (near the sink) to GFCIs. I recommend that you get a certified electrician to do this for you (especially if you're living in a place you intend to stay in for more than a few months). GFCIs cost about 20-25 CAD each, and you'll pay maybe 75 CAD in labour (it won't take long, but there is a fixed cost to just get an electrician to your residence)...but the safety you gain is worth the cost. If you're renting, maybe your landlord will do it for you though (some landlords know how to safely do minor electrical work like this). It can't hurt to ask. *However, the plug in your bathroom does appear to be a GFCI.* If it has a little button on it that says "Test" then it is. And you should press that button (press it hard, it makes a loud click noise), and check to make sure that after you do, it is not live anymore (plug something in, see if it turns on - it should NOT). After testing, press the other button (reset) to make it work again. This test routine actually causes a ground fault on the plug, doing exactly the same thing to it as what would happen if you dropped a plugged hairdryer into the sink. So test it, and then if it works, you shouldn't be afraid to use it. Edit: I guess I'm not the first person to tell you this about your bathroom plug. Whoops! And you should also know that you can buy bed frames here with wooden support, on which a mattress can be directly placed. They're not so common, but they exist. I myself own a bed with just a mattress, no box spring. Also, debit and money withdrawal charges depend on the bank. Some places will give you 10 or 15 transactions a month before they start to charge you. So it might make more sense to withdraw larger amounts of money more infrequently...and/or use a credit card instead of a debit card to pay for things. Generally, the vendor pays the fee on a credit card transaction, so they're passing that cost on to you, the customer, no matter HOW you pay. Might as well use the method that you're already paying for (in the price of the product or service).

@LouiseWareArmstrong

3 жыл бұрын

Thankyou so so much for taking the time to comment all this! this is really helpful for so many people moving to Canada! It is so interesting hearing about houses in the Canada so thanks so much :) Also im glad they don't make houses with a plug next to the sink in the kitchen now because honestly its so un safe we never used it haha xx

@davesauve5769

3 жыл бұрын

@@LouiseWareArmstrong Many GFCI options are available today, but the two most common types are GFCI circuit breakers and GFCI receptacles. You do not need both on the same circuit. A GFCI circuit breaker protects the entire branch circuit and everything connected to it, be it receptacles, lights, appliances, etc.

Pedestrians having right of way over all traffic is also the rule in the UK. Just might not seem like it sometimes.

More, strange info, but thank you for sharing✨🙌🏼✨

@LouiseWareArmstrong

11 ай бұрын

No worries! glad you enjoyed :)

A famous Canadian word you need to know when to asking for a coffee. "A Double double" is two cream and two sugar on the coffee. I would like a double double on my coffee. Likewise a "regular" is a coffee with cream and sugar (or two sugar).

@LouiseWareArmstrong

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info! I remember the first time I heard double double I was so confused haha

Love your channel. Have noticed got lots of good advice in replies. Definitely get landlord to change that plug in Kitchen to a G.F.C.I. As for Canada getting rid of the penny. Please realize that if you pay with cash then they round up or down However if you use a bank card or credit card which is more common in Canada you get charged to the penny. As for playing videos in Instagram. Do your phones have a Data plan?

@davesauve5769

3 жыл бұрын

Many GFCI options are available today, but the two most common types are GFCI circuit breakers and GFCI receptacles. You do not need both on the same circuit. A GFCI circuit breaker protects the entire branch circuit and everything connected to it, be it receptacles, lights, appliances, etc.

Actually, they only got rid of the pennies about 10 years. It cost too much. It cost more to produce them than the value of the penny itself. They only round the pennies if you are paying cash. But if you are paying by card, it's the full price.

@LouiseWareArmstrong

3 жыл бұрын

this amazed me! when they round it up or down in a shop when paying cash!

Extra set of keys so you can lock the doors and keep the car running and warm.

@LouiseWareArmstrong

3 жыл бұрын

We actually got new pair of keys made the other week because of this haha xx

how long did you have to wait for your visa after you applied for it? x

@LouiseWareArmstrong

4 жыл бұрын

about 4 months but everyone is so different! My boyfriend took 3 months :) xx

Still waiting for a Canadian to tell me why they leave their car running

@LouiseWareArmstrong

4 жыл бұрын

Me too!!x

@victoriasquare6030

3 жыл бұрын

usually when its cold or if your just running in and out. mostly at gas stations or corner stores its rare for someone to take your car when doing that. I dont do it but a lot of people do

@kenmolinaro

3 жыл бұрын

@@LouiseWareArmstrong Anyone I know who does that, has a second key with them and the car doors are locked. They either do it for quick stops, or for longer stops only in very cold weather where the car may not start if it sits too long without being plugged into an outlet. You do know that most people plug the car in to keep the engine block warm during winter when parked at home?

@maplesyrupUK

3 жыл бұрын

This really isn't a thing when you are shopping. Many Canadians will start their car at their home and leave it running for a few minutes when it is cold, but I would never ever leave it running while I am shopping somewhere nor do I see this as common in Canada.

@redwood1049

3 жыл бұрын

In western Canada most people have remote start on their cars, which is an electronic device that's installed to your ignition and allows you to start it remotely. The key must be inserted in the ignition before you can drive it or it just shuts off, works great for keeping the car warm or in summer to keep it cool with the AC. By the way it was invented in Winnipeg Manitoba.. Guaranteed on your next car, you buy one with it or get one installed later... lol

I hate bed slats. A little too much bounce and you wind up on the floor and have to set everything up again. Definitely a mood breaker!

@LouiseWareArmstrong

4 жыл бұрын

haha

@nancyrafnson4780

3 жыл бұрын

So funny!😂

HI. I love your channel. Just a thought but, you may want to change banks. Check into simplii.com :D You won't have all those monthly banking fees. If you like going into a physical bank and speaking with a teller, then Simplii may not be for you but if you pay through debit card and do banking online, then Simplii could be your solution. They also have a mobile app so you can deposit cheques by just taking a pic of it with your phone :) Also, if you need to use a bank machine, the CIBC machines are also the designated machine for Simplii. If you use a different banking machine than the CIBC ones, you'll still be charged a fee otherwise you can use the CIBC bank machine as much as you want with no fees. And you don't get charged a fee for shopping; never heard of this before so maybe I misunderstood. I used to spend hundreds a yr with traditional banking but banks make billions of profit every yr so decided to stop giving them anymore of my money ;-) I haven't paid monthly banking fees in years. Woo hoo :) I hope you and Jake have a wonderful week.

@LouiseWareArmstrong

4 жыл бұрын

Aw thankyou so much for your help!!xxx

RBC has never charged me for transactions. Yes, regarding cars. Most cars here have block heaters so they want to keep the car warm while in stores. Most newer cars cant be driven away without the fob. It literally wont drive without the keys in the car. Yes its the law, pedestrians have the right of way. We've never had 2 cent coins, but we got rid of the penny because it costs more to make the penny then the penny was worth, so it was actually costing taxpayers money to keep it in circulation. For several years prior to getting rid of the penny, many store owner has take a penny/leave a penny dishes at the cash register. So if your purchase was . 51 cents and you didn't have a penny you could just take it from the dish so the clerk wouldn't have to give you 4 cents change on a nickle. On the flip side, if you had extra pennies, you could just leave them behind in the dish to clean them out of your wallet. In the end the Cost to taxpayers was just to high to keep it in circulation so they got rid of it. And if you lose 3 2 cents today because of it, most likely you'll gain 2 cents tomorrow, so it all comes out in the wash as they say. :)

@LouiseWareArmstrong

3 жыл бұрын

Aww thankyou so much for all this information I know people watching these videos making the move from UK to Canada will find this interesting so thankyou!

You're sweeter than the Canadian's sweets

I'm surprised you didn't mention milk being sold in bags 🤣

@LouiseWareArmstrong

4 жыл бұрын

I mention it in a lot of vlogs! 😂😂

@LouiseWareArmstrong

3 жыл бұрын

@@mrvenusy Hi Tyler, Sorry if I have taken this the wrong way. I have moved to Ontario Canada and all my videos are related to this province. I know Canada is a huge country and would love to travel it one day. In all my videos i mention i am on a 2 year visa in Canada I have never visited the country before and i am not a professional! So i have never said i know everything about the country. I am simply just documenting my experience for my friends and family to see and for other people making the move. So please don't assume I think I know everything, these videos are just for fun.

@shawnc7054

3 жыл бұрын

@@mrvenusy Milk in bags is definitely an Ontario and Quebec thing.

Hello I’m Megan’s brother

@LouiseWareArmstrong

4 жыл бұрын

Hi!

Canada is not weird!

@LouiseWareArmstrong

Жыл бұрын

I know, I love it here :D

This was 10 weird and wacky things about the uk 😂

@LouiseWareArmstrong

4 жыл бұрын

😂😂

The Weirdest thing I could think of is Buying milk from a bag 😂. If I ever move to Canada i'm actually gonna be scared to buy milk and not burst it 😂😭

@LouiseWareArmstrong

3 жыл бұрын

at first we stayed to the cartons because we were so confused hahah. But the bags of milk are cheaper!! Sometimes they do burst haha

@robertkim2005

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve bought milk in bags for over forty years and have never had any issues with them. Bags save space in the garbage. You can also portion the amount of milk you use at a time/ a bag at a time so you don’t expose the rest of the lot to the open. I’m pouring out a glass of cold milk right now. ; )

@robertkim2005

3 жыл бұрын

Love you videos...

@LouiseWareArmstrong

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertkim2005 it was just something I never knew moving from uk to Canada I never seen milk in bags before 😂

@LouiseWareArmstrong

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertkim2005 thankyou glad your enjoying the videos :)

Calgary is the only major affordable city for current and future generations Canadians and Immigrants. I am already seeing some of my friends and relatives who work from home moving to Calgary. We will see more of this trend in coming years.no one can live on expensive rents forever

when will people realize that when you move to another country and things are different, that those things aren't weird, they belong where they are and that you are weird because you don't get it. Otherwise it just sounds like you are whining and whinging. Try not to compare where you are from and where you are, just keep your mind open and enjoy the experience. Good luck

@LouiseWareArmstrong

3 жыл бұрын

I am enjoying every moment of my new experience, my mind is always open I love living a new way of life out here in Canada and I wouldn’t change it for the world 💕 I am in no way whining, a lot of people asked me to film what was different from uk to Canada so here it is. If anything anything I mention in this video is a positive to the country :) have a lovely day 💕