I've been in Vancouver for 4 years now. I like it here, but I just broke up with my boyfriend so i want a change. I want to move to downtown Toronto for 1 year and maybe come back, but I don't know anyone there at all. I'm scared that I migth get lonely. Plus, I'm a sotre manager right now, I think it's not hard to find a similar job in Toronto. Help, Help Plz!!!!
2006-09-28 14:55:28 · 17 answers · asked by Slevin L 1 in Travel ➔ Canada ➔ Toronto
My sister moved to British Columbia last summer, has lived in Chilliwack, Hope, then Vancouver where she is now. It's up to you if you want to move to Toronto -- and whoever said it's a dump compared to Vancouver, that's not nice. Also, another guy saying it is dirty, expensive and so on, well, obviously, you haven't been everywhere, so shut your mouth, please. We all have some bad parts everywhere. I guess ask your boss/supervisor if there are any stores for you in Toronto or at least a similiar job, hope this helps.
We have a lot of malls -- Toronto Eaton Centre, Yorkdale, Scarborough Town Centre, and so on. I can be your new friend. :)
And sorry to hear about the break up with your boyfriend.
2006-09-28 20:10:07 · answer #1 · answered by MICKEY MOUSE 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hello from Toronto!! Ok , what are all these people talking about Toronto with smog?? Do you have any idea what other cities are like with smog compared to Toronto?? Try Europe then come and talk to me or better yet try New York with the smog!! Toronto is a very vibrant city!! LOTS of action!! Lots to do. You like clubs then your in for a Hugh treat. You like fancy restaurants, Pubs, live entertainment. We have it all. Just met this guy here in Toronto last week he says he was from Vancouver. He said to me that there is no way that Vancouver can compare to the vibrant city of Toronto. He smiled at me and said to much action going on here in Toronto!!
You will LOVE IT HERE!!
Get ready for all the hottiees!! LOL
2006-09-29 16:10:52 · answer #2 · answered by Lisa L 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Toronto moves faster than Vancouver. Be prepared for a faster pace. You will love it!There is always something to do and you will meet many people. We are not the stuck up meanies that the west makes us out to be. Join a gym or a club. You will also start hanging out with people you work with. you will also be constanly entertained by the street performers. Here you can see a guy that I think is funny that has a new site: (sorry for the plug but he is so funny! I see him every day) http://www.torontozanta.ca/
2006-09-29 14:20:47 · answer #3 · answered by josh_silvers365 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love some of the stupidity of people in the U.S. all of Canada is bilingual. Now to your question
Toronto is a wonderful place to live. Why don't you ask your superior if they have a branch in Toronto or surrounding areas that you can transfer to. There are quite a few stores in Toronto and surrounding areas if you can't transfer and they are always looking for help. It is hard to be lonely in a great friendly city like Toronto and it is easy to meet people.
Good luck
2006-09-28 22:08:29 · answer #4 · answered by older woman 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have lived all over Canada.Toronto is so big compared to Van.I am in ALBERTA now and I find the opportunity here in credible.I arrived here with $14000 dollars and now have a net worth of 600,000$$ after 4 years With the opportunities in real estate available here as opposed to Toronto for me the choice is a no brainer.The west is the best.I lived in Toronto too
2006-10-01 13:58:23 · answer #5 · answered by Paul I 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why Toronto? It's dirty, expensive and crowded. There are alot of other places that might be better suited for you. Places that are closer to Vancouver and your friends. How about Banff or Kelowna. Both beautiful places, both within relatively easy driving distance from Vancouver. Banff is experiencing a HUGE worker shortage right now so you'd most likely have no trouble finding a position and pay rate close to, or better then what you have currently.
2006-09-28 22:05:44 · answer #6 · answered by Gent Of Style 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I agree with Gent of Style - Toronto is to be avoided like the Plague.
I think you would do well in Halifax, Nova Scotia. It would be a complete change of scenery - yet you would be close to the Ocean.
The other alternative would be to visit the US Consul and get a Visa to work in San Diego, California or San Francisco.
2006-09-29 01:06:33 · answer #7 · answered by fatsausage 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No Toronto is not bilingual - that is Ottawa and Montreal. Secondly, Toronto is multicultral so that should please you. Thirdly, Toronto's crime rate is at a confusing stage. I believe this past day the crime is slightly low. But, if you want to come see lots of homeless people, dirty streets, but beautiful builidings by all means come. But do not look forward to too much affordable house/apartment prices.- they are rare.
2006-09-29 14:58:52 · answer #8 · answered by cheddarc2020 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a great city. My wife (from Thunder Bay) never thought she'd like it, but she loves it. Make sure you live downtown -- there's so much to do. If you move to the suburbs, you'll think it sucks. Homes/condos are expensive, but not nearly as bad as Van. Like all big cities, in the end it is what you make of it. Get active and you'll never want to leave. No mountains, though.
2006-09-28 22:09:11 · answer #9 · answered by Rob 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't move to Toronto. All the good looking Canadian guys live in Winnipeg.
2006-09-29 13:28:21 · answer #10 · answered by Joshua 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋