Vancouver and Beyond

Calgary Herald

Saturday, September 27, 2008

Canada2Mexico Consulting is offering a seminar with information about the growing real estate market in Mexico.

It covers everything from real estate in Mexico to visa requirements, with speakers including David Ingram, Canadian and Mexican taxation expert, and Luis Brasdefer, corporate and real-estate law expert and founder of Mexico Consulting.

Other speakers include Caren Cross, award-winning documentary filmmaker and director of Lost and Found in Mexico.

The seminar is slated for Sunday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Delta Bow Valley at 209 4th Ave. S.E.

Online registration can be made at the website, www.canada2mexico.com/registration, for $95 per person — with a discount for realtors and travel agents.

by Rick Cropp and, Barbara Braidwood
The Province

Sunday, September 14, 2008

Have you ever thought about owning a piece of waterfront property in Mexico or retiring there? The Canada2Mexico Retirement Seminar (www.canada2mexico.com) will save you hours of Internet research and answer the hundreds of questions you may have.

Subjects include the many options and benefits of buying real estate in Mexico for holidays or retirement, whether it is best to buy or rent, the pros and cons of coastal or inland lifestyles, medical and healthcare costs, documents and immigration, banking, cost of living and info on the treaties between Mexico and Canada that cover pensions, taxation and investment.

The event takes place on Oct. 18, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Simon Fraser University Harbour Centre.

In addition to the seminar, there is a free lifestyles exhibition where you can find people willing to answer specific questions. The seminar tickets start at $98 for a single ($120 at the door) to $185 for couples.

Mountain pampering

Head to Whistler this fall to relax and recharge. Indulge with Whistler Spa Escapes until Oct. 31 and take advantage of the Fall Spa Specials offered by nine participating spas. Plus, if you pay for your spa treatments with your Visa, you can get added savings.

For example, the Avello Spa and Health Club at The Westin Resort and Spa is offering a Fall Spa Special of 25 per cent off selected spa treatments. Pay with your Visa card when you indulge in an 80-minute massage and you’ll receive a complimentary Heavenly Milk Bath.

Have a look at www.whistler.com/ spa_escapes for details. Room rates start at $99 per night.

Famous house tour

The Hammer Museum in Los Angeles is exhibiting Between Heaven and Earth: The Architecture of John Lautner (1911-1994). Chances are you’ve seen one of his houses. At least two of them have been in numerous films. The most famous is the “Chemosphere,” which is a flattened sphere with wrap-around windows that stands high above a canyon on a single support.

The exhibit runs until Oct. 12. On that date there will also be a special tour of the 1963 Sheats/Golstein House. Tickets are $55 US.

See www.hammer.ucla.edu/exhibitions/139/ for details.

Britrail savings

You can save 20 per cent on a BritRail Consecutive Day Pass or a BritRail FlexiPass for travel between Nov. 1 and Feb. 28 when you buy it before Feb. 15. BritRail passes are not available in Britain and must be purchased before you leave home. Contact www.britrail.com or a travel agent.

Barbara Braidwood and Rick Cropp are Vancouver based-writers.

© The Vancouver Province 2008

Taking a beach vacation to Mexico is one thing – moving there involves much more planning. Find out everything you need to know about investing or retiring in Mexico. At the Retire & Winter Seminars and Exhibitions you will access all the important information you need to make an informed decision about investing and moving to Mexico. Come and hear the experts from Canada, the US and Mexico. You will learn about tax benefits for Canadians, legal matters to consider, health care issues, Mexican culture, real estate and more.

Remember, our exhibitors and speakers are there to give you the tools, resources and tips to make your investment or move to Mexico a complete success. (no time share are sold)

Dates & Venues:

Vancouver – Saturday, October 18, 2008 — Simon Fraser University, Harbour Centre
Calgary — Sunday, October 19, 2008 — Delta Bow Valley 209-4th Avenue SE, Calgary
Toronto — Saturday, October 25, 2008 — University of Toronto, 89 Chestnut Street
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Program
We bring Mexico to you! We have the answers you are looking for about living, wintering and investing in Mexico. Get information about taxation; visas, immigration and real estate. Learn practical tips for a smooth transition to Mexico. Find out about Mexican culture; the people and their national heritage.

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Lifestyles in Mexico Exhibition
Free Admission – At this exclusive exhibition we feature Real Estate opportunities, Travel information and services, Spanish schools, Medical tourism and more. Learn about San Carlos, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, La Paz, Baja, Playa Del Carmen, Riviera Maya, Ajijc and Lake Chapala and other favourite destinations for snowbirds and retirees.

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Speakers
Canada2Mexico connects you to experts with up-to-the-minute detailed, information. Whether you have been at our events in the past, or this is your first time, you will get new perspectives with this year’s new speakers and experts. The Agenda will be posted on September 15th.

The Ottawa Citizen

Saturday, January 12, 2008

- Check out International Living’s retirement havens and quality-of-life lists. (Go to www.internationalliving.com)

- It helps to make a list of what’s important to you. What factors will allow you to enjoy a good lifestyle? Is it warm weather you’re after? What cultural and leisure activities are important to you? Is it important to be a short airplane trip from home? What kinds of communications do you need — Internet? Cable TV?

- Once you’ve chosen a prospective country, you’ll want to zero in on a particular area that offers those characteristics. Climate varies widely in a country as diverse as Mexico. The central highlands boast what the locals call “perpetual spring.” The north is hot and dry. The south coastal regions are hot and humid.

- Once you’ve selected a possible country, contact the embassy or consulate to ask about health care, education, property ownership and residency requirements, culture, taxes, special benefits for seniors and any other topics that are important to you.

- Spend time exploring the country and specific area you have in mind. What a great excuse for a vacation — “I’m scouting out prospective retirement places.” Do not buy property impulsively on your first trip.

- Consider political stability, climate, housing prices, cost of living, red tape and whether foreigners can own property. And talk to Canadians who’ve done it already. They’re your best source of information.

- To obtain more information about moving to Mexico, go to www.canada2mexico.com or contact the Mexico Tourism Board in Toronto at 1-416-925-0704, ext. 24. Montreal and Vancouver also have Mexico Tourism Board offices.

© The Ottawa Citizen 2008