Ya I don't mean to start an argument here either, but just trying to point out that it's pretty easy for someone to come on here and tell other people to say no to Cathay without knowing anyone's personal details or situations. I am in the generation where this was the offer that was on the table when I had the experience to be selected for the interview process.
I interviewed for the transition course last year and was successful in the process. This was a hard decision for myself because i had recently been unsuccessful for an interview process with Canada's major airline. I have read through the numerous threads on this site and was well aware of all the negative information that was being posted by experienced pilots. Fortunately for me, I recieved a different offer, from the teal team, before I had to make my decision with Cathay.
I know transition guys with Cathay on this "C" scale, that are either on line right now, in Adelaide, or awaiting a course date and I can tell you that most of them have either went through the interview process with one or both of the two major airlines in Canada and unfortunately never made it through. From the guys I know, I can tell you that for most of them, Cathay was not their first choice for a career airline. So for most guys, myself included, wanting to stay in Canada and fly for an airline here was top priority, but unfortunately for some not everyone can get on with these airlines and now look to Cathay as an alternative than flying with the regionals in Canada, or hoping for a second chance at getting called back for another interview. I only wish B scale was still being offered, so until then maybe I'll see you at the Flying Beaver for a cold one. Cheers