Year in Review 2024: Our Journey Towards Sustainable Living in Canada
The year 2024 was marked by significant changes and progress on our path to sustainable living in Canada. A Behind-the-Scenes Look: Our Blog and Its Timelines When we launched alpinerootsmaplebranches.com, our project had already been underway for over a year. Much of what we share today stems from the wealth of experiences and developments we’ve gathered […]
Separate Paths, Shared Goals: Challenges on the Way to Canada
Our journey to Canada was marked by careful planning and preparation. We were aware that not every plan would work out immediately and that the first few years would certainly be challenging. Now that our deadline for job hunting has passed, we’re facing unexpected hurdles. Despite promising job offers from some companies, changes in immigration […]
Traffic Rules Comparison – Canada vs. Austria
1. Introduction Canada and Austria have many similarities when it comes to road traffic, but there are also key differences that are important to understand, especially if you plan to move to Canada or travel there. In this post, we highlight the most important differences in traffic rules between Canada (with a focus on Nova […]
The First Setback: When the Dream of Canada Meets Reality
The first major setback often comes unexpectedly, and it’s especially painful when experienced in a foreign country. After deciding to start our new life in Canada, we were filled with hope and confidence. Numerous acquaintances who had already emigrated to Canada assured us that it was easy to get a job at large companies like […]
Our Flight to Canada: An Adventure with Obstacles
The preparations before our flight were extensive and time-consuming. We had to carefully review Canada’s entry requirements and complete all necessary forms and medical checks for our pets. We always kept the required documents within reach. In addition, we purchased and tested the respective travel crates for our cats and Diana to ensure they would […]
From Vienna to Sydney, Canada (Cape Breton) – The Best Travel Options by Air and Sea
The journey from Vienna, Austria, to Sydney (YQY), Canada, on Cape Breton Island is a real adventure. Here are the best options and steps to help you plan, especially if you’re traveling with pets. Our Travel Group Since we are traveling with three beloved pets, it’s essential for us to find the most gentle travel […]
A New Start in Canada: Residency and Work Permits Explained
The dream of living and working in Canada draws numerous people each year. To turn this dream into reality, it’s essential to understand the various residency and work permits that Canada offers. In this article, we provide an overview of the most important permits. However, there are many other options we won’t dive into here […]
Canada Calls: Packing and Shipping Our Container – Part 1
Deciding to emigrate to Canada was an exciting and challenging journey for us. One of the biggest tasks has been, and still is, packing and shipping our container. Here, we’d like to share the decisions we made during the packing process. Finding a Shipping Partner An unexpected hurdle was finding a suitable partner to ship […]
The Art of Discovery: How We Found Our Piece of Paradise Through Virtual Networks
In a world full of possibilities and virtual connections, our search for the perfect property begins far from home, yet closer to our dreams than we ever imagined. It’s not just the longing for a new lifestyle, but also the fascination with using the internet for such purposes that sets us on this journey. Our […]
Finding the Perfect Place: How to Discover the Ideal Property for Your Home
If you dream of owning your own piece of land, whether to build a house, start a farm, or simply have a personal retreat in nature, finding the right plot is the first step on that journey. But how do you find the perfect piece of land that meets all your needs and goals? Here […]