Moving to Gillam, Manitoba, in 20 Days! Any Advice or Tips?
Hi everyone!
I’ll be moving to Gillam, Manitoba, in about 20 days, and I’m excited but also a little nervous about this new chapter!
I’ll be driving around 20 hours from Alberta, and since I’m moving from a big city, I know there will be a lot of adjustments.
I’d love to hear from people who currently live in Gillam or have lived there before.
A few things I’m curious about:
What is everyday life like in Gillam?
What should I prepare for when moving to a remote northern community?
What essentials should I bring with me from Alberta, especially things that might be expensive or difficult to find locally?
How are the winters, and what should I prepare for when driving and living there?
Is it easy to meet people and make friends in the community?
What do you usually do for fun, especially during the winter?
Any tips for someone moving from a big city to a much smaller, remote community?
Since I’ll be driving about 20 hours, are there any road trip tips or things I should know about the route?
Thank you so much