britnurse600

Thanks for the info. It's a little imposing thinking of going to Canada and not knowing what the situation will be like. I see that there are postings about Canadians having difficulty finding full time jobs - here in the UK there are permanent posts everywhere virtually nowhere has full-staffing, lots of agency/bank. What's the situation like where you work? jan.

Hi, I'm a British nurse trying to emigrate to Canada (?BC) however I have heard conflicting reports about the amount of vacation you get. I'm going to be a father soon and want to be able to visit family back in the UK. My mother will never speak to me again if I disapear off to Canada and never have chance to bring the grandkids back to see her! Here in the UK I get 5 weeks leave + 8 days to make up for public holiday/'stats' What do you get in Canada? If it is only 4 weeks can you take unpaid leave in addition? Any tips for how to stay sane with only 4 weeks holiday a year!!!! jan.