@Canadian_Timmy
Canadian expat in Saudi Arabia
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Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English, French
Registration: 08 December 2014
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Canadian seeking tax help by Canadian_Timmy
Hey Everyone, Just trying to sort out my tax situation. Would appreciate some direction and how to start. Thanks.
How about an international tax summit at Tims? Donuts for both you and Hamudi. Read More
Canadian seeking tax help by Canadian_Timmy
Hey Everyone, Just trying to sort out my tax situation. Would appreciate some direction and how to start. Thanks.
I agree with HRGuru. =) Read More
Canadian seeking tax help by Canadian_Timmy
Hey Everyone, Just trying to sort out my tax situation. Would appreciate some direction and how to start. Thanks.
Thanks. Read More
Canadian seeking tax help
Hey Everyone, Just trying to sort out my tax situation. Would appreciate some direction and how to start. Thanks. Read More
Business etiquette in Saudi Arabia by Julien
Hello everybody, As you know, professional habits may differ from one country to another. In order to help newly arrived expats better understand their new professional environment in Saudi Arabia, we warmly encourage you to share information and ...
Note on wearing bling and gold. If you want to score points, in fashion, hit up the accessories as a man. Cuff links and tie clips to start. I've been paying attention to what some of the other men wear and that's where it's at. Subtle, ... Read More
Business etiquette in Saudi Arabia by Julien
Hello everybody, As you know, professional habits may differ from one country to another. In order to help newly arrived expats better understand their new professional environment in Saudi Arabia, we warmly encourage you to share information and ...
Hi Everyone, Love the topic and the posts! Great idea and so far everything is spot on that I have experienced. I also have found never refuse the offered coffee if it is offered. Did that once, and never again. Was an awkward social faux pas. If ... Read More
What is the best gym to join in Riyadh? by Rabedalqader
Hi Any one please let us know what is the best gym to join here in Riyadh?
Just my opinion but the best gym is the one that feels right. I've been to many and each one is different. Even if it's the same company. Check out a couple personally and compare before making a choice. Read More
Music Lovers please help!! by dynamo1131
Hi guys, I am into music and since there is not much to do here in Riyadh, I plan to learn a new instrument. I am into guitars and percussion and a little piano/organ. But I am interested with learning saxophone. Can anyone guide me to where I can ...
Hi Everyone, In your adventures to music shops, did they have keyboards at all? Regards Canadian_Timmy Read More
Best Places for an Apartment in Riyadh by HafizRahman
Hi All! Hope you're all well! I am due to arrive in Riyadh on 1st March, working as a Consultant for a large Management Consultancy firm. Will also be bringing over my wife and our new born too :) Exciting times ahead - God Willing. I wanted ...
I have been doing research about changing my living accomodations to something more elaborate. I'm talking with a lot of locals and finding out that you will be able to find something easily. But you just need to dig a little and do your ... Read More
Western compound by Ben_Red_Eye
Hi, I'm a single guy and will be moving to Riyadh by the end of the year. I'm looking to live on a western compound and I'm willing to spend up to SR20,000/month. The 3 most important things in a compound for me are: 1. Good internet speed 2. Good ...
Hey Ben, Just want to say welcome to Riyadh in advance. About the good gym and good social life, doesn't always have to be inside a compound. I know a good gym and I'm having a blast, and not in a compound and my internet speed is screaming ... Read More
IELTS private teacher by Natalia282
Hi everyone.. My friend is looking for a certified IELTS instructor for private lessons, can you help with any information??
Hey Natalia282, Send me an email if you are still looking for help. *** Read More
telescope monocular by mr.gymboy
I'm looking to buy a monocular telescope anyone can tell me where? my location is in Saudi khurais
My first thought would be camera shops. Saw a really good Nikon shop on Talaya street in Riyadh. In the malls the smaller camera shops probably don't have something that specialzed. Read More
Housing for Assistant Professor at King Saud University Riyadh by auhassan
Hi everyone I am going to join King Saud University as Assistant Professor, I would aappreciate if someone give me information about the type of housing that KSU provide to faculty members (Assistant Professor).
Oh you are going to love the weather here! it's a awesome 15-20 degrees! I'm from Edmonton so I totally get the cold winter. I do mean contact staff members if you can at the university. Ask if you can email a fellow Canadian. When do you ... Read More
Housing for Assistant Professor at King Saud University Riyadh by auhassan
Hi everyone I am going to join King Saud University as Assistant Professor, I would aappreciate if someone give me information about the type of housing that KSU provide to faculty members (Assistant Professor).
My suggestion would be to ask to contact a staff member to give you a heads up on the housing. When do you arrive to start teaching? When i have had questions about housing at my different jobs, I've tried to get in touch with staff and they ... Read More
Health Insurance Providers by Canadian_Timmy
Hello Everyone, I am still relatively new to the kingdom. I have only been here for 3 months. I was given basic coverage by my employer through Medgulf. I am wondering what other Health Insurance companies there are in the Kingdom that I could ...
Thank you very much for the tip. =) :thanks: Read More