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GFC is Back in Business! Worldwide Package Forwarding & Item Ordering Services ^_^.

1) Direct Request (DR) Services - The service that started it all, our Direct Request (DR) Service allows you to buy just about anything you want from the USA and have us order it and ship it directly to you. This is perfect for those of you who are unable to buy from USA merchants that will not ship to Canada directly or who do not accept Canadian/International credit cards. We charge $2.00 per item ordered plus shipping. Additional fees apply for items weighing more than 5 pounds shipped or more than $150 USD in value. Our online form will calculate everything for you automatically and there's no obligation to buy anything until you check out with Paypal. Feel free to ask any questions you may have about our services.

2) Package Forwarding (PF) Services, Address & Rates - [PREMIUM SERVICE] If you want to order the items yourself, you can! You can order from any website that ships to the USA. Ship the items to our secure UPS mail box and we will repackage them and ship them to you in Canada (or any other country for that matter). Typical fees apply for this service as usual and you pay only $1.00 per package received at our mail location. Quick, easy and GREAT for limited-time sales when the Direct Request option may not be quick enough. Please note we cannot ship: meat, cigarettes or other nicotine items (including electronic cigarettes and their accessories), alcohol, weapons or gun accessories (including paintball/airsoft), pornographic materials, toxic chemicals (including several cleaning liquids), fertilizer or any items that are illegal to ship internationally. Also, any items containing NI-CD or LI-Ion Batteries can no longer be shipped via USPS (Laptops, cell phones, handheld game systems, etc.) and must be shipped via UPS instead. If you have questions about a particular item, please contact us first before ordering.  You will receive an Email invoice with PDF attachment explaining line-by-line details of all charges and full payment options. GFC PF Service Requires Premium Membership which costs $10.00 a month or $100.00 a year (discount of two free months) and is available in our GFC Store. Full details on website.

3) GYROS Updates - After you have ordered your items, filled out the forms and notified us of your order we will add your items to our GYROS page (generally within a week or less). Once your items have been received, we will invoice you for the shipping costs + our service charge. After receiving your payment, your items will be shipped out to you in a timely manner and you will receive an Email with all relevant shipping information ^_^. If you have any questions feel free to Email us at [email protected] .

Service Charges (Free Members):

GFC Charges $2.00 per item forwarded for standard or "Free" Members. Please note that an item in this case refers to each item within the packages you ship to us. So if you were to order say 2 DVD Movies, an Umbrella and a Towel, this would count as 4 items total. Items that are sold in "Lots" such as multiple baseball cards will be counted as one item, subject to our discretion. Also, UPS Charges me to pick up the packages, so there will be an additional charge of $1.00 per package received. I will add into the invoice for you when I get your iitems in.

For larger orders, an extra $5.00 USD surcharge is added for each 5 pounds your package weighs OR per $150 in value of their total contents (example: a 5 pound package would cost an additional $5.00 USD, a 10 pound package would cost an additional $10.00 USD OR a $150 item (or group of items totaling $150 or more) would have an additional $5.00 USD charged, a $300 group of items would have an additional $10.00 USD charged). Please note that this will be either a weight or cost surcharge and not both, but the greater of the two will be what is charged. An item weighing 14 pounds will still only be $10 added as it didn't yet reach the 15 pound mark. This will be shown on your invoice and will be clearly explained. In the near future, this service charge will be automatically calculated for package forwarding items the way it is currently automatically calculated on our Direct Request 2.0 system.

So Again the things to remember:

1) Ship to the address above
2) Ship all packages in my name (James Parks) and if you want to include your information as a “Gift Message” on the order, you certainly can do that. This is required though to be in my name as the UPS store will only sign for packages in my name and will refuse all others.
3) You MUST fill out the Direct Request (DR) form on the link above to let me know what’s coming
4) Once I receive your DR submission and all your items, I will invoice you for the shipping cost plus service fees.


Service Charges (GFC Premium):

GFC Charges $1.00 per item forwarded. Please note that an item in this case refers to each item within the packages you ship to us. So if you were to order say 2 DVD Movies, an Umbrella and a Towel, this would count as 4 items total. Items that are sold in "Lots" such as multiple baseball cards will be counted as one item, subject to our discretion. Also, UPS Charges me to pick up the packages, so there will be an additional charge of $1.00 per package received. I will add into the invoice for you when I get your iitems in.

For larger orders, an extra $5.00 USD surcharge is added for each 5 pounds your package weighs OR per $150 in value of their total contents (example: a 5 pound package would cost an additional $5.00 USD, a 10 pound package would cost an additional $10.00 USD OR a $150 item (or group of items totaling $150 or more) would have an additional $5.00 USD charged, a $300 group of items would have an additional $10.00 USD charged). Please note that this will be either a weight or cost surcharge and not both, but the greater of the two will be what is charged. An item weighing 14 pounds will still only be $10 added as it didn't yet reach the 15 pound mark. This will be shown on your invoice and will be clearly explained. In the near future, this service charge will be automatically calculated for package forwarding items the way it is currently automatically calculated on our Direct Request system.

So Again the things to remember:

1) Ship to the address above
2) Ship all packages in my name (James Parks) and if you want to include your information as a “Gift Message” on the order, you certainly can do that. This is required though to be in my name as the UPS store will only sign for packages in my name and will refuse all others.
3) You MUST fill out the Direct Request (DR) form on the link above to let me know what’s coming
4) Once I receive your DR submission and all your items, I will invoice you for the shipping cost plus service fees.

Estimated Shipping Costs:

The following are shipping estimates for standards weights. This will give you a pretty good idea of how much it will cost to ship your item to Canada. If you live in another country, feel free to inquire by contacting us directly.

For all items from 0 - 4 pounds we typically use USPS First Class Mail:

$00.00 = 0 Pounds / Digital Items
$09.00 = 6 ounces
$09.00 = 7 ounces
$09.50 = 12 ounces
$11.00 = 1 Pound
$16.50 = 2 Pounds
$22.00 = 3 Pounds
$27.50 = 4 Pounds

For all items from 5 pounds and up we typically use USPS Priority Mail:

$38.00 = 5 Pounds
$40.00 = 6 Pounds
$42.50 = 7 Pounds
$45.00 = 8 Pounds
$47.50 = 9 Pounds
$49.50 = 10 Pounds
$52.00 = 11 Pounds
$54.50 = 12 Pounds
$57.50 = 13 Pounds
$55.00 = 14 Pounds
$62.50 = 15 Pounds
$60.00 = 16 Pounds
$63.00 = 17 Pounds
$70.00 = 18 Pounds
$72.50 = 19 Pounds
$75.00 = 20 Pounds
$77.50 = 21 Pounds
$80.00 = 22 Pounds
$83.00 = 23 Pounds
$85.50 = 24 Pounds
$88.00 = 25 Pounds

For any items over 25 pounds, we'll have to manually invoice you.

On Hold & Unclaimed Merchandise:

GFC allows you to send items to our secure UPS Package Forwarding address (listed above). After you order your items it is your responsibility to properly fill out our Package Forwarding (PF) Form on our website located here: http://www.gamesforcanada.com/package-forwarding.php . Once you do this, we will be notified of the items you have ordered and you will pre-pay the shipping/service charges up front for us to process and re-ship them to you.

The first 30 days are free to hold all Package Forwarding items.This is plenty of time for you to successfully order from the various stores that you want and submit our PF form to notify us. This also allows for adequate time for you to request us to combine items into a single package.

After 30 days, there will be a $5.00 USD charge per ITEM per week (flat rate fee) until the payment has been paid in full. Since you are pre-paying for the item costs, you will be responsible for both shipping to your country, our GFC Service Charges and any processing fees associated with the transaction.

After 90 days, GFC will not be responsible for unclaimed or missing merchandise sent to us at our Package Forwarding address. We suggest that you fully insure all orders sent to our address in case of loss or damage as we will not be responsible for missing or damaged goods.

 
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Wow, I was just looking up the prices for the old Silent Hill games... and WOW! $120 directly from amazon XD

Marketplace definitely beats them.

Anyway, Goomba, I was wondering if you could add these three games just to complete my last generation collection:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-list..._3?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1247466443&sr=1-3

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-list..._3?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1247466552&sr=1-3

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-list..._2?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1247466582&sr=1-2

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-list..._1?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1247466636&sr=1-1

They are all bargain bin games at like walmart and places, but I doubt you'd want to go dumpster diving :p

I am unsure whether there are cheaper prices... If you could get any of the above 4 at a nice low $10-20 range with all contents I'd love you :p

I got the xbox version of silent hill 2, but I want the playstation version since I don't own an xbox 360 personally (brother does) and don't plan on following microsoft. These are the last 4 games I want to add to my collection of last generation games, and I remembered I had a lot of extra money transfering... So if you can get them at under $20 range at amazon marketplace with everything or locally at a bargain bin or something... Shoot me the prices.
 
RoganSarine, I can look into those new games for you but please don't forget about the old ones :) I already picked up Rogue Galaxy for you but am waiting to buy the other ones after I receive your payment. Thanks!
 
Yeah I know Goomba :p Money has the pending clear date from paypal on Friday! :D Can't wait to play Rogue Galaxy... I was always interested to see what the dark cloud dev's did.
 
Yup, I completely understand :) My employer just screwed up my paycheck though (big time) so I'm a bit tight on money for at least a week or two ^_^ I'll be happy to help you once both of us have some funds again lol. Cya soon.
 
hey goomba, for the three games I requested (Tales, Valkyria and Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth) I'm really only super interested in the first two, so you can substitute any of these games for Lenneth:

Infinite Undiscovery-$17.99 (Xbox 360)
Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops-$24.99 (PSP)
Valkyrie Profile 2: Silmeria-$17.99 (PS2)
Jeanne D'arc-$17.99 (PSP)

Thanks goomba!
 
Game_fanatic, just to be clear. You want me to try to find those two games during the B2G1 sale at Gamestop is that correct? Let me know :) Thanks!
 
Yeah goomba, I'm really interested in Valkyria Chronicles and Tales of Vesperia; honestly, I would prefer to get just those two, but with it being a 'Buy 2 Get 1 Free' sale, it would make sense for me to get an additional game. The third game can be any of the following:

Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth-$24.99 (PSP)
Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops-$24.99 (PSP)
Infinite Undiscovery-$17.99 (Xbox 360)
Valkyrie Profile 2: Silmeria-$17.99 (PS2)
Jeanne D'Arc-$17.99 (PSP)

Hopefully that made more sense!
 
PuppetYuber, it really depends. Sometimes I luck out and get there when the sale first starts and they have ALL the games I want in one store. Other times, they don't have more than one or two of them. So if you want me to buy games for you really it's best to do what game_fanatic did and just list a bunch of games. That way I can try to get the best deal for you. I have no guarantee of course that I can get them, but if you ask me to get games I will have to buy them ahead of time so I will need you to follow through on the sale. I've been burned unfortunately in the past so I won't go crazy with B2G1's unless I really know the buyers (as I do know you guys).

Sounds good there game_fanatic. I will do my best!
 
Seems like Sonystyle's deal is impossible to get due to heavy traffic :(

Playstation Portable
Ys: The Ark of Napishtim
Riviera: The Promised Land
Me and My Katamari
Dynasty Warrior: Strikeforce
Metal Gear Solid Portable Op

Gamecube
Skies of Arcadia Legends
Baten Kaitos Origins

My list =)

1 condition though, games must come complete with cover art / manual / disk / and in good condtion
 
PuppetYuber, GREAT list of games (I have many of them myself ^_^).

I will only get them if they are complete and in great shape (I personally can't stand selling games that are really crappy condition or incomplete unless the buyer really INSISTS upon it). That being said, if I can get you more than 3 of the games do you want me to go for as many as I can (in groups of 3?). Let me know. Thanks!
 
Sure, but please let me know the price for the following before making a purchase Dynasty Warrior: Strikeforce (I will take if it is under 24.99) and Skies of Arcadia Legends (I will take if it is under 19.99).

Also, do you still have a backlog that requires cleaning? Let me know games that you are trying to get rid of. Few months back you posted pictures of your backlog and there were a few PS2 games I was actually interested at that time.
 
Okay sounds good PuppetYuber. You can check all the current prices for those games on Gamestop.com . Keep in mind that my state of CT has 6% sales tax. If I pick up the items in store there is no shipping charge.

I do have a TON of backlog items still. Way too many. I sold a lot of the ones in the photos but have a ton of others. I will be listing complete lists very soon. At the moment I'm still perfecting my Lowball 2.0 auction system and many of those games will be on there. Be sure to follow me on Twitter if you haven't already:

http://www.twitter.com/gamesforcanada

I don't update much, but I do when new items are added, new coupons go out or big sales are happening. Lots of exclusive things so be sure to use it :) Thanks!
 
Dynasty Warrior: Strikeforce and Skies of Arcadia Legends aren't listed on the website, but I would expect them to be in store :eek: If not, whatever!

Should I wait for your backlog items then? :D
Most of the games that I want you probably have already, with the exception of those PSP games.

You probably have both GC games and some good PS2 games (looking for FF12 and FFX) xD
 
Oh snap, thanks! Sorry, I am not very familiar with GS website lol!

k so in that case remove Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce off my list please

Ys: The Ark of Napishtim
Riviera: The Promised Land
Me and My Katamari
Metal Gear Solid Portable Op
Skies of Arcadia Legends
Baten Kaitos Origins

6 games in total :D

I will stay tuned for your backlog as well, so if possible combine all the shipping at once :D
 
I hope to get more this week actually Magiic if all goes as planned. They will be $35 USD. Are you following me on Twitter? If so, I will be tweeting as soon as they are back in stock ^_^ They always sell out in a matter of hours when I get them. Thanks!

Off to bed now guys. Oyasumi!
 
hey goomba...quick Q

what does it normally cost to ship a standard controller (in USD) to Canada (Ontario to be precise)...just ballpark it if you can

i'm trying to decide on when to order a controller...just biding my time though until the CDN$ creeps back up
 
[quote name='goomba478']I hope to get more this week actually Magiic if all goes as planned. They will be $35 USD. Are you following me on Twitter? If so, I will be tweeting as soon as they are back in stock ^_^ They always sell out in a matter of hours when I get them. Thanks!

Off to bed now guys. Oyasumi![/QUOTE]

Goomba, any idea when this week and how many you are getting? I may know two people who want one.

Also... What's the going price for Ico purely curious? Definitely not getting it on this shipment since it's already HUGE (especially if you get those bargain bin games for a sub twenty dollar price tag), but I am curious because I've heard a lot of good things about the game.

I also own SotC but never actually played it yet :p Too much stuff to play. I seriously need a month of NOTHING to get through my backlog.
 
kyle071785, the typical controller weighs somewhere around 16-24 oz shipped, so it'll be around $7.50 USD to ship. If you ship more than one you can save more on the shipping, or if you ship other items with it. Thanks!

RoganSarine, I am hoping to get at least 10 cards total. I will probably do what I did last time and give you guys a chance to pre-order them before I get them in, so you can reserve spots. Again, I try to keep things fair, so I will be posting them on my site along with a Twitter Alert when they go live. Keep an eye out ^_^ Thanks!
 
mine doesn't work. are they still valid in canada or did that change?
i sent you an email too, wasn't sure which you'd see first.
thanks.

UPDATE:
according to xbox.com -
This code has already been used.
 
[quote name='j940651'] UPDATE:
according to xbox.com -
This code has already been used.[/QUOTE]

Yikes, that's what makes me hesitate, I don't want to have problems with these codes...
 
[quote name='matsam']Yikes, that's what makes me hesitate, I don't want to have problems with these codes...[/QUOTE]

i was just about to take that post down but you beat me to it.
i've never had a problem buying codes on the net before.
it's probably just a typo - goomba's looking into it - i bet it works out fine.
 
I'm guessing that the seller I bought it from sent me a code that he accidentally sent to someone else. I'll definitely look into it though and get back to you guys. Don't worry, I run a clean ship. I'm not a crook :)
 
[quote name='magiic']When will I be getting my codes? I paid for two this morning.[/QUOTE]

I don't think he has them, hence the pre-order, or he's just busy as usual. Patience!
 
As per the website:

** This is a Pre-Order option. I should be getting 10-15 codes within the next week or so. Reserve your spot now, before they are all gone! ^_^ **

Baztian is correct. I have them ordered and should get them by the weekend hopefully. I will send them out in the order they were received :) Thanks!
 
RoganSarine, they tend to go for $30-$50 on eBay. They're great little art books and certain to be collector's items :)

And yes, they are 12 month cards. They no longer make the 12+1 cards as far as I know. They are slowly phasing those out. Thanks!
 
I'll keep my eye open how high that BlazBlue Artbook goes then.. maybe :p

Oh, Goomba, could you happen to give me trader feedback for my last payment with Madworld and HotD: Overkill? I left you some, but I noticed I didn't get any back. People are a little weary of my low score, so I'm trying to build it up.

(Heh... XD If I paid for each game individually I'd have like a feedback of 20 by now)
 
[quote name='RoganSarine']
(Heh... XD If I paid for each game individually I'd have like a feedback of 20 by now)[/QUOTE]
No you wouldn't. If goomba sends you 1000000 positive feedback, it only counts for 1 feedback score. It's 1 per individual you deal with
:cool:
 
Oh really? That would explain why he didn't leave a second one... Ha ha, that is unfortunate... No one else has anything I want and I sold all the stuff I have (which was not very much but still)
 
Rogan, yeah sorry to break it to you but you can only get one point of positive feedback from each unique user on CAG. I will go ahead and leave you more feedback but it will only add to your total number, not your actual iTrader score. I guess it helps you with percentages in theory, but if they're all positive then you can't go higher than 100% anyhow :) Thanks for the gesture though. I'll go leave positive feedback.

Fanboy, I went ahead and left you positive feedback as well. Glad you got the DVDs!
 
Hey Goomba, what stores do you have near you with Clearance bins? There are a couple things that caught my eye from the Sears stuff... mainly things that were on my current order like No More Heroes.
 
RoganSarine, around me there are very, very few stores that do the whole clearance bin thing (for some reason). FYE does it occasionally as does Wal-Mart (though their games in the clearance section are usually really awful shovelware titles). I'm slowly moving away from doing the in-store sales anyhow since they are so inconsistent. Online sales tend to be a lot better anyhow, unless the sales are widely advertised. Thanks for the question though :)
 
Hey there telepathy. Thanks for the payment. Yes, I did get your PM and Email. Everything should be good right now.

Waterstorm, glad you got it :) Yes I am online now but I am going to sleep. We just had a really bad thunderstorm so I was away from the computer and was drawing a little bit :) Catch up with you guys soon. I have Friday and Saturday night off from work for a change ^_^ Woo Hoo!
 
The drawing I did (in case you're curious) -- It's the first I've done in ages (read: years). Trying to get back in the habit of drawing a little every day, because it's actually one of my favorite things.

Drawing is 100% digital. I did all the work/coloring though bg is stock photo. ^_^

"Painted Turtle" by JJ Parks:

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