The beginning again.

(or anyone who is willing to help)

I agree with what Tasteless/Artosis/Idra say about Starcraft, that it's not only practice but the ability to communicate with like-minded people that helps players improve.

I want to put together a group of people to talk to about poker with, my poker email is mrkprkvc@gmail.com, and I can make a skype if people prefer that.

Also I will post all hands I find confusing on the hands section of LP, which should be a lot.

I'd really appreciate any help, and later the ability to help others (hopefully)!

Also if we find that one of us is spamming questions too much we can be men and say we are busy, or just straight up tell each other to slow down and be more picky with questions.

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I just thought there should be a centralized thread for all the Canada talk, so Canadians unite!

Post any useful or relevant info you can find about poker-ing in Canada.


TAXES:


Gambling in Canada:

From WIKIPEDIA::

Income not taxed:

The following types of income are not taxed in Canada (this list is not exhaustive):

gifts and inheritances;
lottery winnings;
winnings from betting or gambling for simple recreation or enjoyment;

I don't know whether gambling for a living is considered self employment, but I'll assume that it is:

Canada levies personal income tax on the worldwide income of individuals resident in Canada and on certain types of Canadian-source income earned by non-resident individuals.
After the calendar year, Canadian residents file a T1 Tax and Benefit Return[4] for individuals. It is due April 30, or June 15 for self-employed individuals and their spouses, or common-law partners.


Canadian federal marginal tax rates of taxable income
2011

$0 – $10,382 $10,383 - $41,544 $41,544 - $83,088 $83,088 - $128,800

0% 15% 22% 26%

over $128,800

29%


MOVING TO CANADA: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/index.asp

Three ways: Visit, Work, or Study.

VISIT:

To visit Canada, you must:

have a valid travel document, such as a passport;
be in good health;
satisfy an immigration officer that you have ties, such as a job, home and family, that will take you back to your country of origin;
satisfy an immigration officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit

Criminal inadmissibility

If you have committed or been convicted of a criminal offence, you may not be allowed to enter Canada.

If you were convicted of a crime when you were under the age of 18, you can probably still enter Canada.


HOW TO APPLY FOR A TEMPORARY RESIDENT VISA

1. Obtain a temporary resident visa application package.

The package includes the application guide and all the forms you need to fill out. Download and print the application package.

2. Read the guide.

Read the guide carefully before you complete the application form. The fee for processing your form is not refundable, so make sure you are eligible for a temporary resident visa before you apply.

3. Complete the application forms and attach the necessary documents.

You must have a valid travel document (such as a passport).

You may need to include other documents. These documents could be identification cards, proof of employment, a letter of invitation from relatives or friends in Canada, or a proposed itinerary. Check the website of the visa office responsible for the country or region where you live for more information.

4. Pay the fee and get the necessary receipt.

The fee per person is $75 for a single entry visa, $150 for a multiple entry visa or $400 for a family (multiple or single entry).

5. Submit the application forms and necessary documents.

For more information, see application processing times.

An interview with a visa officer

TO EXTEND YOUR STAY IN CANADA YOU JUST DO ALL OF THE ABOVE SHIT AGAIN, 30 DAYS BEFORE YOUR CURRENT VISA EXPIRES.

I don't think any of you want to work or study in Canada, so I'll leave those out to save space. However, this may interest some people:

In some cases, you do not require a study permit to go to school in Canada.

If you wish to study in a short-term course or program You do not need a study permit if you plan to take a course or program in Canada that lasts six months or less. You must complete the course or program within the period authorized for your stay in Canada.

THIS MEANS YOU CAN TAKE A SINGLE COURSE AND LIVE IN CANADA DURING THAT COURSE, if it's less than six months long.

BANKING/GETTING A BANK ACCOUNT:

The biggest Canadian banks are:

Royal Bank of Canada (www.royalbank.com )

TD Canada Trust (www.tdcanada.com )

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (www.cibc.com )

Bank of Nova Scotia (www.scotiabank.com )

Bank of Montreal (www.bmo.com )


Questions you may have:

Do I need to make a minimum deposit?
No. A minimum deposit is not required to open a personal deposit account. However, you may find it convenient to set up direct deposit for government payments and/or your paycheque. Please speak with one of our staff if you have questions, or would like assistance setting up your direct deposit.

Do I need a permanent address?
No. Having a permanent address is not a requirement to open a personal deposit account, but we are required by law to ask about your address. We may ask you for a supporting document, such as a recent utility bill or tax bill, that includes both your name and address to show that you live where you say you do.

Do I need to be employed?
No. Employment is not a requirement for opening an account, but we are required by law to ask about your occupation.

Can I open an account if I've been bankrupt?
Yes. Your credit history is not a consideration when opening a personal deposit account, provided that it does not contain derogatory information that was the result of fraud or other illegal activity. However, if you request overdraft protection for your account, our normal credit policies and procedures will apply.

Do I need photo ID?
No. But photo ID is a good way to help us protect you and for us to get to know you better. What you will be required to make available is outlined fully below.

What are acceptable pieces of Identification?
When you open your personal deposit account, you will be required to present to us:

Two pieces of personal identification from among those set out in Part A or B of the Schedule of Acceptable Identification (see below)

Part A

A valid driver's licence issued in Canada, as permitted to be used for identification purposes under provincial lawi
A valid Canadian passport
A Certificate of Canadian Citizenship or a Certification of Naturalization, in the form of a paper document or card, but not a commemorative issue
A Permanent Resident card or Citizenship and Immigration Canada Form IMM 1000, IMM 1442 or IMM 5292
A provincial or territorial health insurance card, as permitted to be used for identification purposes under provincial lawii
A Certificate of Indian Status issued by the Government of Canada
A document or card, bearing your photograph and signature, issued by any of the following authorities:
Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
Alberta Registries
Saskatchewan Government Insurance
Department of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
Department of Transportation and Public Works of the Province of Prince Edward Island
Service New Brunswick
Department of Government Services and Lands of the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador
Department of Transportation of the Northwest Territories
Department of Community Government and Transportation of the Territory of Nunavut
A Social Insurance Number (SIN) card issued by the Government of Canadaiii
An Old Age Security card issued by the Government of Canada
A birth certificate issued in Canada
Part B

A credit card, issued by a member of the Canadian Payments Association in your name, or bearing your name and bearing your signature
A Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) client card bearing your photograph and signature
An employee identity card, issued by an employer that is well known in the community, bearing your photograph
A bank or automated banking machine or client card, issued by a member of the Canadian Payments Association in your name, or bearing your name, and bearing your signature (the card must be embossed with your name)
A valid foreign passport



AN ALTERNATIVE WAY TO MOVE TO CANADA:


YoMeR United States. Today 18:20. Posts 10195
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http://www.getnexus.com/

You'll need a proof of citizenship (passport,birth certificate etc) and a form of ID/pass (passport). Doesn't require a scan just inputing the information on the various documents.

You'll also need detailed information on employment history (or lack there of)

Residential history, and other relevant information in regards to moving to Canada

They'll also ask you questions in relation to crime etc. Very likely you'll get rejected if you have some kinda criminal history.

Takes about 6-8 weeks according to them. So if you have any plans to go to canada sign up asap.

It'll be very hard for guys like us to get an actual work permit or permanent residence card because our "job" doesn't quality as a job. Hell as stated in the above post it isn't even taxable!

Which is kinda cool and gay at the same time.

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This new shit-storm-cluster-fuck has gotten me back into poker. I figure that instead of wasting my time watching and playing games like starcraft 2 I can play a game I enjoy equally (if not more. I prefer more cerebral stuff).

The goal here is to replace all mindless internet browsing/TL/pr0n with poker and other things I see value in.

The history:

About a year ago I was 19 and playing really bad poker at micro's, playing as many tables at a time chasing bonuses and rake. I was so immature and impatient that I missed the point GETTING BETTER. I played horrible post flop 'cause I felt entitled from my pre-flop range and busy because of all of my tables. I was clicking the buttons, not playing the game.

Before I got rakeback and a bonus offer from FT (and then proceeded to be a jackass. It's all my fault, no delusions here) I doubled my roll in 1c 2c EZPZ, so I'm pretty confident in playing ABC (real ABC, not ABC except for X and Y and Z like most new players (including me) do/did.

The plan:

- Max two tables

- Analyze every single hand played post flop, something I NEVER did before.

- Never change play because of bonuses or the prospect of climbing up limits faster, it's a trap.

- Never open up range due to impatience (one of the reasons I want to learn poker is to master patience, a rare skill IMO).

Can you guys think of any other points or rules I should stick with?

Tell me what you think! P.S if you have questions about Canada I might have a few answers.

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