Thanks for the information, Turino. I'll take the job. A rent-free flat and a bicycle provided means I can dispense with taxis as a rule. Air fare reimbursement and 40000 Chinese Yuan plus 2600 for travel plus 1000 for medical expenses is a great benefits package for what is virtually a parttime job. Just what I've been looking for. Chinese food is my favorite food here in Canada, and I'll buy a cart-load of beer to start with, to last me the whole of the first semester!