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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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AJD23, I will be looking for copies of street fighter for you guys for sure. Do you care if they are sealed or not? Most of the stores around me (Gamestops) do not sell new games sealed. Just so you know...

Ragnar14, thanks for your help in getting the link and pointing to a similarly priced item in the past. You're quite the helper and detective there ^_^ Much appreciated! You're right, all the checking up for people on items does add up for sure. If you figure 100 items to look up a week, the average order takes me at least 20 minutes of research/ordering/etc. which doesn't include packing. So that's a lot of time spent :) I like doing it, so I'm not complaining but it does add up for sure!

matsam, yup I'll definitely check up on those games for you. I should have the XBL code any day now. I sent the money order to my guy on Friday and he should get it today. Just have to wait for it to clear his account and we're good to go. Thanks so much for your patience (I know you're tired of hearing that. In the future I will likely not to do the "Pre-Order" thing as much as I know it's not all that convenient. Just wanted to lock in the good price for you guys).

** Oh and thanks everyone for the kind wishes towards my grandfather. I got to visit him and he was really weak and tired but he was talking which is always a good sign. I'm hoping he has a speedy recovery and can go home sooner than later. Thanks for caring :) **
 
Looks like you could get at least 2 copies of each online, Goomba.
SFIV PS3 version link : http://www.ebgames.com/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?product_id=71574
http://www.gamestop.com/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?sku=270254

Are GameStop.com and EBgames.com the same site? Could you potentially have 2 copies on each site? Just curious, but it would save you some gas money. :) I can also see Wario Land: Shake It didn't get the price drop yet, maybe later today.

Oh, and don't worry about the 360 Live card delay, I knew what I was in for when I saw "pre-order", haha.
 
Goomba, First of all, I hope your grandfather gets better and healthy in no time!

secondly, I didnt receive an invoice for the street fighter 4 ps3, wondering if you are aware of it?

Thanks
 
Hey Goomba! I hope things are going well with you.

I would also like a copy (or 2) of SFVI for (xbox360) with that deal that's going on right now. If not, don't worry about it. There are a lot of people more anxious than I.

:D Thanks!

EDIT: I don't if they're not sealed, as long as the disc is new. It would be nice to get it sealed as I will be using it for my friend's birthday present and the other for myself.
 
matsam, I just went ahead and got 2 sealed copies of Street Fighter IV for both systems on Gamestop.com, so that's good for now. I'm going to go to my local gamestops and pick up a bunch of the "new" copies there too if they're still in stock (hopefully they will be).

The good news is I have more time today to do this, the bad news is that it's because I got sent home from work after working only a half day (I've worked so many hours lately that working 4 hours feels like nothing). So despite being a bit under-the-weather, I'm still going to go out today and hopefully can get a bunch of copies for everyone.

Sillyfire, yeah I try my best to pass on the savings to you guys :) I stand by my services. I will be getting more at those silly prices so keep an eye out for them ^_^
 
I guess I'm not the only one interested in Street Fighter 4 for PS3 @ Gamestop's one-day sale on the 28th. I'm not too picky as long as the disk isn't in a unplayable condition. If you're busy it's alright If you won't be able to get it for me.
 
game_fanatic, yup you're quite right. I only sell games in mint/near mint condition (unless state otherwise) as I'm quite fanatical about these things as well :) I will let you know how I do today on my Gamestop hopping trip.

DarthSilverice, thanks :) My grandfather is a great guy and I hate to see him suffering in the hospital, but he has a lot of good people watching him so I feel better about that. I didn't send any of the SFIV invoices yet because I'm waiting to see how many copies I can get today. I will update you guys tonight!

Ginx, I will definitely pick up as many copies as I can of the Street Fighter IVs today. I will get back to you all soon ^_^
 
Man JJ I hope things start looking up for you. At least you are getting lots of orders. Can I ask a couple things of you? I'd like a copy of SFIV for PS3 if you can get your hands on one for me. Also, can you forward me a copy of all my past receipts, I need them for insurance reasons. Thanks buddy. Take care eh.

EDIT:
Can you also ad these to that order?
http://www.amazon.com/Plated-Steel-..._7?ie=UTF8&s=industrial&qid=1248802492&sr=8-7 + http://www.amazon.com/Steel-Clinchi..._4?ie=UTF8&s=industrial&qid=1248802550&sr=8-4

If you can't get SFIV for me, don't bother shipping the screws/bolts as it won't be worth it. Ill add them to an order I'll make in the future. My friggin basement flooded so I need to rebuy all my current-gen games.
 
I guess you can put me in the PS3 SFIV line... I'm not really worried whether or not I get it, it's just a collection thing.

Annoying that like 15 people I've seen before just popped up when the SFIV deal comes up... but whatever. If I get it, I get it.
 
Just a friendly reminder. I'm going out at 5:30 PM tonight to a few gamestops for you guys. If you want a copy you MUST submit a request on my Direct Request form if you haven't already done so. About a week ago I posted here that I will only be taking requests that are submitted there, and I'm trying to stick to that. It helps keep things organized when I'm ordering 100+ items a week for you guys :) Thanks!

That form again is here:

http://www.gamesforcanada.com/direct-request.php

I am going to send some of you invoices now. If i receive your payment before I go out, you will have first dibs on the copies we find. Thanks!!
 
Hey Goomba,

I doubt you'll be able to get this many copies (considering the lineup in the thread) but I'd be down for a copy of Street Fighter 4 for the 360 if possible.

As well as one ExciteBots for the Wii, I think it's 20 dollars at Gamestop too.

What an awesome sale.

I'll submit a couple of Direct Requests.
 
Oops. The direct request that I sent was for a PS3 copy but the ones I wanted were the xbox360 ones. >< Sorry about the mix up!
 
[quote name='goomba478']

strobeshow, yes as a quick estimate it would be $90 + 10 + 2 ($102 USD) shipped. Add $2 for insurance = $104 USD. If you returned yours to Amazon you'd still save money for sure. Here in the US, if your item arrives damaged they pay for the return shipping and no restocking fee, so you may want to ask them about that. It shouldn't cost you $15. Look into it and let me know. If you do want them, just send me along your full name, mailing address and Email address and I'll send you an invoice. Thanks![/QUOTE]

i wish i could've bought them off amazon, but i had to off ebay as theyre the only place i could find them to ship to canada.

oh, and i would have posted a link.. but i really couldn't.. new members cant!

also.. im just double checking i can return it. the person i contacted said i can, but isnt leading me to anybody to do it with lol? and theyre store pages said unopened packages can't be.. but then again my package was actually opened when i got it, so i dont see how that should be a deal breaker to them!
 
strobeshow, it's all good :) Oh okay that makes sense then that you had to order from eBay. Now you know about my services so hopefully you won't make that mistake again ;) You can save a lot of money with GFC if you play your cards right. I know some of my members have saved hundreds on certain things!

I didn't know that either about new members not posting links (must be new). That's a good thing probably as many new members are spammers and such.

If you bought it on eBay and it came crushed/damaged then you can always file a claim with them/Paypal if the item is not in the condition you ordered. First try to return it properly with the seller, but if they are difficult you can generally get your money back in full from eBay. They are very, very, very focused on buyers' satisfaction.

Either way, let me know :)
 
** Street Fighter IV Update **


Okay, I think it is now safe to say that you guys like Street Fighter IV. This is by far the most requests I've EVER received for a single item (around 30?!?!). I am going to do my best to get as many of you copies. In the meantime I will send invoices out. All invoices that have been paid for before 5:30 PM today will be almost guaranteed copies. For the rest after that, I will still try to get you one but it's going to be less likely I can find them.

If for some reason I cannot get you a copy, and you have paid, I will of course refund you 100% on Paypal at no cost to you. ZERO risk :) I'm an honest sales guy and I'm not out to cheat you. My feedback and reputation hopefully speaks for itself. Thanks guys!
 
I guess I'm late to the party.

Highly unlikely I'll get one, but worth a try.

I sent a Direct Request for a PS3 copy of SFIV, hope you can grab me one, Goomba!
 
preelude, I am limiting all people to one copy per person at this time.

heimdal, yeah it's unlikely I can get 40 or so copies, but I will send invoices out in the order I got them. So if some people do not pay, I will move down the list. Feel free to submit a Direct Request anyway. The worst that can happen is you pay and I refund you :) Thanks!
 
Shoot! I didn't think of sending a direct request as soon as I mentioned I wanted a copy in this thread, I'm going to be on the bottom of the list! Oh well, lol
 
[quote name='goomba478']strobeshow, it's all good :) Oh okay that makes sense then that you had to order from eBay. Now you know about my services so hopefully you won't make that mistake again ;) You can save a lot of money with GFC if you play your cards right. I know some of my members have saved hundreds on certain things!

Either way, let me know :)[/QUOTE]

well i just sent the email, and told him i never actually opened the package, as the box was destroyed, so it was basically brand new still in terms of what ive done on my end once i got it.

i could've got my pc through you when i ordered all my parts .. could've saved a few hundred! but i think shipping would have killed it :p (i got free with ncix from an item i had in my order)

i'll probably use you to buy some parts when i need them though. this is really a great idea, im surprised theres not more people doing it!
 
You guys may want to stop sending invoices now. I'm going to get as many copies as I can, but I'm up to almost 50 requests lol. Chances are I don't have that many Gamestops around here that will sell me that many copies. I will send invoices to those who have submitted, but other than that I'll just have to see what I can do :) Thanks for all your orders lol.
 
[quote name='matsam']Shoot! I didn't think of sending a direct request as soon as I mentioned I wanted a copy in this thread, I'm going to be on the bottom of the list! Oh well, lol[/QUOTE]


yeh me too, I think I was early in the morning around 8am ESt and then check again around an hour ago

Well lets see :)
 
** Some Other Street Fighter IV Offers **

Hey guys, as you probably know. I will only be able to get a limited number of the New/Not-So-Sealed copies from Gamestop. That being said, there are a few ways to get the game similarly priced for cheap. Here are two ways:

1) I can order the game on Goozex for you (Limited to one per console at this time). Along with the 50% Coupon for points I can get the game for roughly $23 USD which is almost identical to the one at Gamestop. Granted it's not new (well it may be if people are flipping them lol), but for the PS3 the Blu-Ray should be mint as they don't scratch easy. For Xbox 360 it may very well be slightly scratched but should play great anyhow.

2) Gamefly sells their used games at great prices and has Street Fighter IV at $25 + tax. Slightly more expensive, but good value (especially for PS3 as they send you the brand new box/manual and the disc should be near mint as well).

3) I may be able to price match at some local stores (Best Buy/Wal-Mart/Target) but I have no real guarantee of this. I'll try anyhow.

I am leaving in about 30 minutes to snag as many as I can ^_^ Wish me luck!
 
[quote name='firebelly']yeh me too, I think I was early in the morning around 8am ESt and then check again around an hour ago

Well lets see :)[/QUOTE]

Tell me about it! My request post was at 07:19 AM haha

Well I wish you the best luck you've ever had Goomba, a lot of CAGs are counting on you! ;)
 
Goomba. I think I mentioned this before... The invoice says the PS3 one and my direct request said the PS3 one but I wanted to get the xbox360 one.. Is there any possibility of getting that changed? Thanks!

Edit: GOOD LUCK!
 
[quote name='firebelly']yeh me too, I think I was early in the morning around 8am ESt and then check again around an hour ago

Well lets see :)[/QUOTE]

Tell me about it! My request post was at 07:19 AM haha

Well I wish you the best luck you've ever had Goomba, a lot of CAGs are counting on you!
 
Is there a way to change details on the request form once it was sent and I received a confirmation? it would seem weird to get a package in the mail addressed to Bouzi and not my real name.
 
Hehe, come on now. Thats half the fun. The rest of the family will be like...who the f is bouzi? Then you will have to embarrassingly explain why you call yourself that. And fun will be had by all...

How do you think i feel receiving Goozex packages addressed to PrepaidPandaz?

Oh and Goomba, I am 2 hours behind you in time and didn't realize it until now. I did send a question to you in your PM box and if its ok I will pay as soon as I get that stuff figured out.
Thanks
 
Hey Goomba, payment sent, hope everything is fine, as it's the first time I've transfered money that way! Tell me if there's anything wrong.
 
Bouzi, yes of course you can always change how your Name/Address appears. Just send me a PM with what you want to use. Oh and strife18 is right. Explaining to your family your online names and tags are always fun :) Some of my cousins even call me "Goomba" instead of JJ these days lol. Thanks!

Strife, I sent you a PM back.

Matsam, yes you are one of the first to pay me. I will give preference to the order people pay if I'm unable to get as many copies to fulfill all orders. Thanks!
 
[quote name='goomba478']** Some Other Street Fighter IV Offers **

Hey guys, as you probably know. I will only be able to get a limited number of the New/Not-So-Sealed copies from Gamestop. That being said, there are a few ways to get the game similarly priced for cheap. Here are two ways:

1) I can order the game on Goozex for you (Limited to one per console at this time). Along with the 50% Coupon for points I can get the game for roughly $23 USD which is almost identical to the one at Gamestop. Granted it's not new (well it may be if people are flipping them lol), but for the PS3 the Blu-Ray should be mint as they don't scratch easy. For Xbox 360 it may very well be slightly scratched but should play great anyhow.

2) Gamefly sells their used games at great prices and has Street Fighter IV at $25 + tax. Slightly more expensive, but good value (especially for PS3 as they send you the brand new box/manual and the disc should be near mint as well).

3) I may be able to price match at some local stores (Best Buy/Wal-Mart/Target) but I have no real guarantee of this. I'll try anyhow.

I am leaving in about 30 minutes to snag as many as I can ^_^ Wish me luck![/QUOTE]


Good Luck :)

Also, this is the first time I shall be using this so you may have to take me through step by step
 
Hey Gooma,

I've submitted a direct request as well...(sorry, couldn't resist XD). I'm totally fine with the Goozex or one of the alternatives as well if GS ends up running out.

Thanks as usual.
 
well looks like I'm a little late to the SFIV party, definitely should have put my DR as soon as the deal was posted...if I paid tonight would I be more likely to get a copy? Thanks!
 
If you haven't got your invoice for SF IV yet then you'll have to hope someone doesn't pay and the list moves on.

I just sent my payment.
 
goomba478,
you said you were going to send my wife's package on Monday. I still haven't got any confirmation email with the tracking number. Have you actually send it?
 
Okay guys, here's the deal with Street Fighter IV. I only sent invoices to the people who I was able to secure a copy (I will show you the photo soon). If I am able to get more copies I will offer them through my website on a first-come-first-served basis since I will have to use Goozex/Gamefly/etc. to get them. If you have already paid then can assume that I was able to get you a copy. Also note that if you requested an Xbox 360 version, it's more likely you will get a copy as the stores had more of those in stock (PS3 one sold better apparently though all stores sold out pretty much of both systems).

TronB, I am guessing that it will be around $81 + $11 + $2 = $94 USD shipped to Canada or so TOTAL. That includes shipping to me and then shipping to Canada. Shouldn't be much more than that unless the item weighs more than 2 pounds (which I don't think it does). If you want me to buy it, you know what to do ;)

Setite, I'm sorry I haven't been to the post office yet. I've had a bad cold and had to work on top of it. The thing is, the post office here is only open from 9AM-5PM and I've been working 9AM-7PM or so lately. If I get out early today from work (before 5PM) I will drop it off. My crazy Poker tournament ends on Saturday and next week will return to normal. I will do my best to get there before they close. I wish they had a drop-off area for larger packages, but they stopped doing this after 9/11 :(
 
Here are some of my findings for 07/28/2009. You can see a lot of Street Fighter IV as well as many of the Shin Megami Tensei games you guys ordered (DDS1, DDS2, Nocturne, etc.). I will be mailing out almost all of these by this weekend so keep an eye out on your inboxes :) If you need to update your Email address on file, just let me know via PM sometime. Thanks!

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Special thanks to Mrs. Goomba for getting 3 of the 4 PS3 versions of Street Fighter IV for us. Not pictured: 4 copies of SFIV for Xbox 360 & 4 Copies of SFIV for PS3 (Ordered on website).
 
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