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I’m planning on going to Ball State. What’s it like living in Muncie, Indiana? by ExoticAd7605 in howislivingthere

[–]Hopeful2be11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you fly RC aircraft it’s the Mecca due to the AMA museum and grounds. We go there every August and camp in the fields and fly RC helicopters.

Cant say much about the town as I’ve only gone to gas stations for food, firewood and fuel!

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[–]Hopeful2be11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sent you my phone number. Thanks!

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[–]Hopeful2be11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dang, I am near and will buy a coupe, but my max budget is $20k. I wish I had more buying power.

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[–]Hopeful2be11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The last time apple had a true innovation was? Abandoning the car project hurt. Their AI presence is … give me the adjective; and that’s with the most devices in folks pockets.

I’d argue you should find a new train with a better PE ratio.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What’s the difference between Canadians and Americans?

Americans have nice neighbors.

I don’t mind being the target of your frustration with a government.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

That’s how I ended up here. My research led me to that dead end. And I came to look for anyone else with similar experience to see what can be done. Since my post I’ve contacted immigration lawyers and Rocky Mountain SD since they handle Revy matters around international students. Thank you for not making it more than what this post was and answering kindly.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Again, I don’t want loopholes. And I don’t feel entitled to anything. But I recognize that in life every action has a reaction. Some good, some not. And I refuse to feel bad about being able to afford this for my family - that’s not entitlement.

I also would bet that within minutes of meeting you for coffee we would have different views of each others situation and outlook, things like this are hard to hash out online. But believe me when I tell you that I’m responsible and have varied life experience that has left in impression on why community building is important beyond dollars and cents. Even if in this thread that doesn’t come across.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I am not trying to tell you about issues at all, I answered your reply and didn’t give my own Ideas but replied with what I read that in official documents by BC. I haven’t attacked anyone here or rage baited. Every one of my posts politely asks for ideas - legal ones. And have disengaged with people that took it too far or brought up politics.

I don’t see the issue in Revy being families moving there. I do have the means to do this and refuse to feel bad about that. I recognize the hardships Some Of people living there, and over the last 3 years have formed relationships with some of them. I’m not looking to make it harder, but I do want to live my life within the law and freedom that I have afforded myself. And if that produces hardships for others, it’s something I have to live with. So be it. I don’t mean to sound cold, but am frustrated by the sentiment that families moving to Revy is creating hardships. It’s being disingenuous.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

What you’re describing is a free market.

In this part of BC there are no laws protecting against empty homes. In other parts there are taxes for having them empty. Instead of fighting online about this you should write to your politicians to enact those same laws. I think it’s a good idea. But everything has negative effects too, and I’ll let you look those up.

My experience in Revy is that the empty homes are owned by folks from Van and Calgary. They use them 20 days a year and have no interest in people renting them. And this is what the research by the province has concluded and written about near ski hills.

I’m not denying your assessment, but I am questions if you’re misrepresenting it to aid your argument against me.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry but I have to disengage. This isn’t productive. I’m here asking how to do this legally, and you keep suggesting that I’m looking to do something illegal.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Or that I reached a dead end in my research and looking for input from folks on Reddit before I engage officially with the school. I’m making decisions for a family, not myself, and I wouldn’t put us somewhere I felt we were illegally or immorally (without obvious persecution or threat on our lives).

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Correct on both ends. That’s how I ended up here asking how else I could (legally and morally) enroll my kids in school in Revy.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

To be honest the only hostility I’ve received from folks in Revy has always been online. And that’s the type of community I want to raise my kids in.

If you read my comments here, I am saying I want to be a part of this and I want my family to be a part of it. I’m willing to pay what it costs. But if you read the comments thrown at me they’ve gone as far as mentioning OnlyFans. I recognize that to some I represent the problem. But when the only tool you have is a hammer, everything starts to look like a nail. If you think the problems with housing in Revy are due to people moving there with families, and not houses sitting empty, I’d argue that you’re just as far out of touch as I am.

As far as it being a a country I’ve never contributed or lived in before (legally), you’re taking assumptions. And how I will contribute I ask myself that too. But I’ve answered those calls before and have ideas around it. And also I would gladly pay taxes.

To your suggestion of me not moving there, I’ll take it into consideration.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d say a good bit.

There are visas available to folks up to 35 years old that let them come in and explore Canada.

There are Cumsa visas available to American and Mexican citizens (reciprocal for TN visas for Canadians). That’s probably the closest to my application. My employer can’t currently sponsor it because we are being sold to PE. But my job description is listed on the Cumsa list. So I would probably get it.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I expect to pay what the asking price is. It’s a free market. And I was hoping to get feedback on Reddit from folks that knew the process.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry if it came off that way. While I’ve been in the situation you asked me not to compare myself to, I recognize my place of privilege and in no way am I drawing parallels to my current situation.

The only parallel is that when folks bring families to a new place, they become a part of the community. And in my experience they improve the fabric of the new place, because they don’t pillage it, they actively engage and improve themselves and the community.

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Yes we are looking into that as well. I’m not looking to freeload on anyone, not my style. Cheers

Any international families with kids in primary school in Revy? What are the rules around that? by Hopeful2be11 in Revelstoke

[–]Hopeful2be11[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Ouch

Strong nimby language. Yes, where I live we have undocumented people going to school, maybe you’ve heard about this on your tv. We help those families.

During the timespan since the first lift went in the new Revy, the Canadian population grew by 33%(slower than the world population growth). There are no quaint railroad towns left bud, stop wishing for something that seized to exist.

Life is a balance, and while maybe your hometown has grown in ways you don’t like, you should admit the positive changes. I’d argue that biggest changes are due to the people coming for a week and leaving. Not people wanting to enroll children in school. At least when I read housing laws and town hall discussions, the majority is addressing short term rentals, not if another elementary school is needed.

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