- Oct 1, 2023
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- PNP
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- OINP HCP (Healthcare) -submitted - 08/11/2023
This is something NO ONE talks about and it is so extremely sad and might literally destroy people's lives.
So… some of y’all might’ve seen my posts before. Just for context, I’m an immigrant myself, but I grew up around my American, British, and French relatives. I’ve lived in South Carolina and the UK, but my partner and I decided to settle in Canada. We were super excited to make this change and start a new chapter here.
Now, after living in Canada for over six months, I’ve got a few things to say:
Don’t move to Canada if you don’t actually like Canada.
Canada is, at its core, an Anglo-French country in terms of culture. If you’re under the impression that Canada doesn’t have its own unique identity and is just some melting pot of diversity with no backbone, let me stop you right there. You couldn’t be more wrong. As someone who’s lived in Anglo countries, it honestly breaks my heart to see what’s happening here in Toronto. I’m seriously considering packing up and heading back to America—probably the South.
Why? Because this is just ridiculous. People come here, do whatever they want, hire only their own folks from "back home," and never bother to learn how to be polite or considerate.
Now, I know some of you might say, “Yeah, but Toronto isn’t Canada,” and you’re right. I’ve lived in New York and London, so I know major cities rarely reflect the whole country. But the sheer lack of respect toward Canadians and the things I hear people say about them—it’s disgusting. Toronto has become an ugly place, and from what I hear, Vancouver and other big cities are following suit.
Let me be clear: immigrants like me come here for a better life, sure, but the government is to blame for how fractured this country has become. Policies have made it okay for people not to bond or assimilate.
And if you’re one of those folks who think “Canada belongs to Indigenous people,” well… how far back in history are we going here? Do you think Germanic tribes, Slavic tribes, or even Indian tribes just happily got together and formed countries without bloodshed? That’s not how the world works. Countries were built through wars and hard choices,bloodshed and all kinds of crazy stuff ,to be honest. If you can’t accept that reality,as developed adult, you’re living in a dream world.
And here’s the kicker: why even come here if you hate it? Seriously, nobody’s begging you to be here. Nobody needs me, nobody needs my partner, and they sure as hell don’t need you. Canada isn’t some goldmine waiting for you to strike it rich.
If this makes me sound selfish, like I’m trying to keep Canada’s “goodies” to myself, I wish that were true. I wish Canada were a land of endless opportunity, but it’s not. The current state of the country? A total mess.
There’s no real diversity here - just a system that allows people from certain places to dominate. No caps on immigration like in the U.S. diversity visa lottery. There’s no money, no jobs, and no proper education system. Competition is through the roof, parks have turned into tent cities, and drug addicts roam the streets. This country has been grossly mismanaged for years.
When I lived in America, we were told Canada was like heaven on Earth. Imagine my disappointment when I arrived and found out that was all smoke and mirrors.
Is America better? In many ways, yeah, it is. And now that Trump’s coming back, America is looking like a better option by the day. That doesn’t mean America is perfect, but at least it doesn’t feel like this.
I hold multiple citizenships and have several options for where I could live, including going back to my family in the South or New England. Objectively, as someone raised in Anglo culture, Canada should have been a great fit , I still absolutely LOVE Canada just as I love America and Britain but it is objectively easier for me as I grew up in this culture though I was born in Russia to middle eastern parents . Also , I was raised trilingual/quadrolingual(?? haha). But this place has made it clear: Canada has been turned upside down , it doesn't even seem to be that civilized anymore : crime is rampant , racism and fights are just simple daily occurrences(just Google it).
Did I know things were messed up before moving here? Yeah, I did. I can Google in English and French. But my partner isn’t as fortunate as I am with citizenship options. She’s the primary applicant, and her love for Anglo culture and Canada's history and its connection as well as Canada being (in her opinion) a middle ground between the US and the UK brought us here. Moving to the U.S. would’ve been tougher for her, so we gave Canada a shot.
But here’s my advice: stop dragging your baggage here if you don’t plan to contribute. Quit badmouthing Canada while praising the country you left behind. If it was all rainbows and unicorns back home, you wouldn’t be here, would you?
it is funny how easy it is to spot immigrants who couldn't care less for this country , more often than not , they are the ones standing too close to you on the subway , being inconsiderate and straight up rude. I have seen MANY MANY wonderful immigrants who love this country and are even more Canadian than the ones who were born here. I love seeing those people and this country is blessed to have them . But they have become a minority , I've been to several smaller towns in southern Ontario and I even though of leaving for one instead of moving back across the border . We'll see. Toronto , though ? Oh boy oh boy...
Let’s face it: Canada isn’t perfect. But if you’re coming here, you better respect the country, its people, and its culture ,do what you can to keep this country's good name and make sure you become a true Canadian,or don’t come at all.
So… some of y’all might’ve seen my posts before. Just for context, I’m an immigrant myself, but I grew up around my American, British, and French relatives. I’ve lived in South Carolina and the UK, but my partner and I decided to settle in Canada. We were super excited to make this change and start a new chapter here.
Now, after living in Canada for over six months, I’ve got a few things to say:
Don’t move to Canada if you don’t actually like Canada.
Canada is, at its core, an Anglo-French country in terms of culture. If you’re under the impression that Canada doesn’t have its own unique identity and is just some melting pot of diversity with no backbone, let me stop you right there. You couldn’t be more wrong. As someone who’s lived in Anglo countries, it honestly breaks my heart to see what’s happening here in Toronto. I’m seriously considering packing up and heading back to America—probably the South.
Why? Because this is just ridiculous. People come here, do whatever they want, hire only their own folks from "back home," and never bother to learn how to be polite or considerate.
Now, I know some of you might say, “Yeah, but Toronto isn’t Canada,” and you’re right. I’ve lived in New York and London, so I know major cities rarely reflect the whole country. But the sheer lack of respect toward Canadians and the things I hear people say about them—it’s disgusting. Toronto has become an ugly place, and from what I hear, Vancouver and other big cities are following suit.
Let me be clear: immigrants like me come here for a better life, sure, but the government is to blame for how fractured this country has become. Policies have made it okay for people not to bond or assimilate.
And if you’re one of those folks who think “Canada belongs to Indigenous people,” well… how far back in history are we going here? Do you think Germanic tribes, Slavic tribes, or even Indian tribes just happily got together and formed countries without bloodshed? That’s not how the world works. Countries were built through wars and hard choices,bloodshed and all kinds of crazy stuff ,to be honest. If you can’t accept that reality,as developed adult, you’re living in a dream world.
And here’s the kicker: why even come here if you hate it? Seriously, nobody’s begging you to be here. Nobody needs me, nobody needs my partner, and they sure as hell don’t need you. Canada isn’t some goldmine waiting for you to strike it rich.
- Want to study here? Great. Get a student visa, graduate, and take your knowledge back home to make your country better.
- Want to work here? Fine. Make some money, then go home.
- Want to live here? You better love Canada with all your heart. Wake up every morning with maple syrup in one hand and a hockey stick in the other.
If this makes me sound selfish, like I’m trying to keep Canada’s “goodies” to myself, I wish that were true. I wish Canada were a land of endless opportunity, but it’s not. The current state of the country? A total mess.
There’s no real diversity here - just a system that allows people from certain places to dominate. No caps on immigration like in the U.S. diversity visa lottery. There’s no money, no jobs, and no proper education system. Competition is through the roof, parks have turned into tent cities, and drug addicts roam the streets. This country has been grossly mismanaged for years.
When I lived in America, we were told Canada was like heaven on Earth. Imagine my disappointment when I arrived and found out that was all smoke and mirrors.
Is America better? In many ways, yeah, it is. And now that Trump’s coming back, America is looking like a better option by the day. That doesn’t mean America is perfect, but at least it doesn’t feel like this.
I hold multiple citizenships and have several options for where I could live, including going back to my family in the South or New England. Objectively, as someone raised in Anglo culture, Canada should have been a great fit , I still absolutely LOVE Canada just as I love America and Britain but it is objectively easier for me as I grew up in this culture though I was born in Russia to middle eastern parents . Also , I was raised trilingual/quadrolingual(?? haha). But this place has made it clear: Canada has been turned upside down , it doesn't even seem to be that civilized anymore : crime is rampant , racism and fights are just simple daily occurrences(just Google it).
Did I know things were messed up before moving here? Yeah, I did. I can Google in English and French. But my partner isn’t as fortunate as I am with citizenship options. She’s the primary applicant, and her love for Anglo culture and Canada's history and its connection as well as Canada being (in her opinion) a middle ground between the US and the UK brought us here. Moving to the U.S. would’ve been tougher for her, so we gave Canada a shot.
But here’s my advice: stop dragging your baggage here if you don’t plan to contribute. Quit badmouthing Canada while praising the country you left behind. If it was all rainbows and unicorns back home, you wouldn’t be here, would you?
it is funny how easy it is to spot immigrants who couldn't care less for this country , more often than not , they are the ones standing too close to you on the subway , being inconsiderate and straight up rude. I have seen MANY MANY wonderful immigrants who love this country and are even more Canadian than the ones who were born here. I love seeing those people and this country is blessed to have them . But they have become a minority , I've been to several smaller towns in southern Ontario and I even though of leaving for one instead of moving back across the border . We'll see. Toronto , though ? Oh boy oh boy...
Let’s face it: Canada isn’t perfect. But if you’re coming here, you better respect the country, its people, and its culture ,do what you can to keep this country's good name and make sure you become a true Canadian,or don’t come at all.
