Why are you Immigrating?

[dudebr]

we got married and started the process of Immigration to Canada for only one reason: be together in Canada! if one day our marriage comes to an end(hopefully it won't happen), I will leave Canada, since my only reason for being here is my partner.

 

[Asta]

we got married and started the process of Immigration to Canada for only one reason: be together in Canada! if one day our marriage comes to an end(hopefully it won't happen), I will leave Canada, since my only reason for being here is my partner.

i agree. i would do that too.

 

[bobshynoswife]

Toby;

I know in my situation, if I said how much my husband was looking forward to the nature, the climate, the recreational possibilities, the friendly people, the low population, the cultural diversity, the sunny skies, the education system, the health care system, the high standard of living etc... it might seem that he has married me only to immigrate! Perhaps that's why people didn't say those things...we are just conditioned to ensure it is always for love.

In my opinion, Canada is the BEST country in the world, and anyone would be crazy to not want to live here. I think my husband really lucked out in finding the love of his life and being able to build our life and family together in this great country.

Sometimes marrying a Canadian has a huge bonus. He will get to leave Nigeria and have a much more comfortable, prosperous life for him and our future children. How do I know it is not a marriage of convenience? Because he would rather live with me in Nigeria than live without me in Canada. We both know that.

So I'm just throwing out the idea that people make it sound like a 'stopping place' so as not to sound like being Canadian is their ultimate dream destination and therefore invite scrutiny that their marriage may not be completely genuine (or with dual intent).

 

[SaugaBoss]

we got married and started the process of Immigration to Canada for only one reason: be together in Canada! if one day our marriage comes to an end(hopefully it won't happen), I will leave Canada, since my only reason for being here is my partner.

same here

 

[sbwv09]

So I'm just throwing out the idea that people make it sound like a 'stopping place' so as not to sound like being Canadian is their ultimate dream destination and therefore invite scrutiny that their marriage may not be completely genuine (or with dual intent).

But this can be frustrating to those of us who honestly don't feel that way! Canadians here just assume that I'm here because I want their healthcare or something, when the fact is that my US healthcare was better than OHIP will be (dental, vision, etc)! It just smarts sometimes when people don't realize that leaving home and my job to come here made me happy in that I am with my husband, but it is also a sacrifice. The way you feel about Canada is the way I feel about where I am from.. so sorry if I was harsh or took things the wrong way, but it's just something I've been dealing with a lot in terms of all of this lately.

 

[bobshynoswife]

^^^^ I didn't mean this specifically for you. I think if you have good health insurance the quality of life in the US and Canada are similar. It was actually more about people who are immigrating from Europe, Asia, Africa, South America etc... not from the US.

 

[sbwv09]

Oh I know, and I wasn't addressing just you either! I mainly hear this from people in 'real life'.. and I'm sure many immigrants hear it as well

 

[toby]

Hmm i think maybe the price of food.. there is a huge difference between the food that i eat in Uruguay and the food i ate in Canada.. i would have to say Uruguay's food is way better.. i know the beef is 1000000000000000000% better.. the cows actually eat grass and walk outside and see the sun... fruits and veggies although aren't organic.. are not GMO and don't cost a bazillion dollars... i can get around 20 kilos of fruits and veggies for about $10 each week..

I have heard good things about Uruguay. Are you in Montevideo? I was in Costa Rica for 6 years, and the weather in the central valley is close to perfect. People I met from Uruguay complained about the 4 months of cold windy winter (no central heating). Can you tell us more -- price if a 100 M2 apartment in a decent section of town, what is there to do there, etc?

In Costa Rica too the cows feed in the field -- but the beef is tough and without the flavour I was used to in Canada. When beef from the USA or New Zealand was available, the restaurant owner advertised like crazy. So, what makes the beef better in Uruguay?

ANd since this topic deals with reasons to come to Canada, would you take a few moments to explain thoughts like "earthquakes" (I experienced only a slight tremor, once in Ottawa), and the "craziness" in Canada? Would be interestuig.

 

[toby]

So I'm just throwing out the idea that people make it sound like a 'stopping place' so as not to sound like being Canadian is their ultimate dream destination and therefore invite scrutiny that their marriage may not be completely genuine (or with dual intent).

Excellent point, which a few other posters made too.

When I asked if Canada was just a stopping off point, perhaps I used the term too loosely. Some people thought I was complaining; I wasn't. I was just remarking that personal convenience, or getting a better job, or being with a loved one -- all decent reasons -- had little to do with Canada as a desirable country. That was all I meant.

Then the dust storm hit, and I was accused of treating one poster as a mail-order bride etc etc -- well, no need to rehearse that unfortunate exchange.

 

[JimM]

Excellent point, which a few other posters made too.

When I asked if Canada was just a stopping off point, perhaps I used the term too loosely. Some people thought I was complaining; I wasn't. I was just remarking that personal convenience, or getting a better job, or being with a loved one -- all decent reasons -- had little to do with Canada as a desirable country. That was all I meant.

Then the dust storm hit, and I was accused of treating one poster as a mail-order bride etc etc -- well, no need to rehearse that unfortunate exchange.

Well this is in the "Family Class" forum so I would expect being with a loved one would be the most often given reason

Most of the others are valid things that should be discussed by a couple deciding which country to settle in. The fact the economy here in Buffalo has been poor for years while the part of SK where my fiance is from was until recently booming, (and will be once the economy picks back up), was certainly a factor for us. Not as big a factor as the fact I like it up there much more than I do here but it certainly was a factor. Things like the economy or the governmental/political/healthcare systems are part of what make Canada what it is and can make it a more desirable country for some people.

 

[sogwap]

I am immigrating for one reason, This is where my new Canadian bride lives. She has a small child and cannot move to the States.

As far as the other reasons they are all valid. One could argue how they like the large city with shopping and restraunts and many other things to do. While someone else could argue they like simple country living, where everything is affordable. One may like the fresh food, someone else loves gormet food. One likes one climate while another likes another. As for oportunities, the US and Canada are pretty much the same. Sure things cost more, but in the States you have cost of living differences in different parts of the country.

 

[jillandmat]

I have heard good things about Uruguay. Are you in Montevideo? I was in Costa Rica for 6 years, and the weather in the central valley is close to perfect. People I met from Uruguay complained about the 4 months of cold windy winter (no central heating). Can you tell us more -- price if a 100 M2 apartment in a decent section of town, what is there to do there, etc?

I'm about 50km outside of MVD -- a small beach town.. if you are in MVD in the rich areas an apt could cost you quite a bit (pocitos, buceo, carrasco) but.. they are "safe" -- ish.

it is cold and no central heating is kind of a downer.. but not the end of the world i guess... the summers however are great!

In Costa Rica too the cows feed in the field -- but the beef is tough and without the flavour I was used to in Canada. When beef from the USA or New Zealand was available, the restaurant owner advertised like crazy. So, what makes the beef better in Uruguay?

Its just so great -- cheap and tastes like beef -- you can get different cuts that are tougher... like matambre or typical asado a la tira.. but.. if you get pulpa YUM! (this is coming from a Vegan while in Canada...)

ANd since this topic deals with reasons to come to Canada, would you take a few moments to explain thoughts like "earthquakes" (I experienced only a slight tremor, once in Ottawa), and the "craziness" in Canada? Would be interestuig.

well i wrote this post just after the mini earthquake in Ontario...that day was nuts.. earthquakes, tornadoes, and hurricanes all across ontario.. Hmmm and the craziness just refers to the pace of life.. and how everyone is 9-5 -- no time to do anything...

 

[michaelab]

My decision for immigrating to Canada is very simple but not easy..my spouse is inadmissible to the US without a waiver. We consulted the US immigraiton lawyer and he pretty much told us that we have a better chance if I move there. We will try to get him a waiver but not at this moment..we need to focus money/time on my PR application first.

I do want him here in the States since I have children from previous marriage..but just can't do that yet.

 

[michaelab]

By the way, my best friend is from Germany and says that the food tastes different in every country.. even things that should be basically the same, like apple juice, etc. She thinks it has to do with different processing, food laws, etc.

True that! Apple juice that i had in Japan was so much better than what we have in the states! I wonder why.... ???

 

[toby]

Oh I know, and I wasn't addressing just you either! I mainly hear this from people in 'real life'.. and I'm sure many immigrants hear it as well

But you use "insulted" or "insulting" a LOT. It seems you are very ready to take offence -- projecting your resentment at what people may have said to you in "real life" onto innocent posts. This is neither fair nor constructive in a forum dedicated to exchanging information.

When I asked you to substantiate several of your more extreme accusations, you abstained. If you can't justify accusations, it is courtesy to retract and apologize.

I'm done. Welcome to Canada where the clear air encourages clear thinking. (Said with tongue in cheek; a joke.)