More cosmopolitan? Regina or Saskatoon?

nursemich · Mar 1, 2011

When you land in Regina, take a taxi. Regina is a very small city and the airport isn't far from the downtown. The hostel is probably at the Wascana Rehabilitation Centre, 2180 23rd Avenue. It's 5.6 km from the airport.
There are two ways to pronounce Qu'Appelle, the local way, which is kwa-pel and the French way, which is ka-pel. Either is correct. It translates from the French to "who is calling", and it's the name of the valley nearby. http://www.virtualsk.com/current_issue/valley_of_legend.html

Thank you so much janfrn :)

nursemich · Mar 1, 2011

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The local newspaper for Regina is the Leaderpost. Reading the local news, opinions, editorials, columnists, and readers comments will expose you to the latest hot topics of dscussion and give you some ideas about Regina's culture.http://www.leaderpost.com/opinion/editorials/index.html
Also, if you are looking for an apartment, check the listings in the classified section of the Leaderpost. As a newcomer, you won't know the reputation of the various neighbourhoods, so before signing a lease, it might be a good idea to check the incidence of neighbourhood crime on the Regina police neighbourhood watch crime maps. http://www.reginapolice.ca/involved_neighbourhood.php If the incidence of crime is high, keep looking until you find a safer neighbourhood.
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oh dishes this is very informative. You sure do provide a lot of resources. Thank you so much :)

nursemich · Mar 7, 2011

Hi janfrn, do you know where the exam is usually held in Regina?

Pediatric Critical Care Columnist · Mar 7, 2011

I'm not sure but I would expect it to be in a large downtown hotel, such as a Best Western or similar. They use a large venue ballroom typically. The information will be on your information hseet when you get it, along with instructions about what time to be there, what identification you need and so on. There should be information about how to get to the site and the availability of places to eat lunch.