marmalade, Canadian expat in New Zealand

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Introduction

Kia ora!Im from Toronto Canada, after living in Auckland, Wellington and Nelson for six months, Ive put down roots in Christchurch on New Zealand's South Island. Im here on a 15-month work visa, after which I will spend three months travelling around NZ, Thailand and Korea.

I joined expat.com on 01 December 2008.

I can speak English, some French, some Spanish.
Interests photography, travel, camping, dancing, nature, running, surfing

Activity log

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posted on the thread Your 10 best tips to make friends when you're abroad
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posted on the thread Reverse Culture Shock
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posted on the thread Going out in Auckland
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posted on the thread Interview, anyone?
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posted on the thread How to make friends in New Zealand

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Expat experience

Since May 2009

Canterbury, New Zealand

Living in downtown Christchurch, Im a regular face at local Couch Surfing events and gatherings. Ive recently started spinning fire poi again, and excitingly have taken up surfing! On waves! Go me =)

My job, how close it is to the ocean and mountains, the people

The city is a bit on the small side and isnt as close to the ocean as I would like

I am currently living here

Canada

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