Please mention that in Canada we hold the door open for the next person! Regardless of sex or ability - it is considered rude not to hold the door open for those behind you, even if that person is a few steps away.
I walk fast in order to get enough ahead of people behind me, then pretend I wasn't aware of anyone close to me, and then open the door just for myself. I'm a Canadian living in Canada, ethnically Chinese.
Recently my brother, using a walker, was approaching the door of his building, knowing he would have to juggle things to open the door. 🇨🇦 I was shocked when someone passed him and didn’t hold the door!
DON'T bring your wars with you. You came to this country to escape all that BS, so don't start it all over again. I worked at a convention/banquet centre, and we had an Eritrean group come regularly for their annual independence celebration. Really nice people who brought really good food, and treated our staff very well. After the first couple of years, we suddenly had 'protestors' from a rival group showing up, hassling the staff, screaming about their civil war, throwing things and causing property damage. We were not impressed and neither were the police.
@@thebowandbullet it seems like some cultures just don’t understand the concept of lining up and waiting their turn. I have no problem giving them a gentle lesson by saying, “I’m sorry, but I’m next and this person is after me“ or “perhaps you didn’t realize that’s the end of the line right there.” When everyone looks at them expectantly, they generally scurry to their proper place. It really ticks me off when people butt in front of children as if they don’t even exist.
I am a Canadian. Please also mention in a subsequent video on the topic, the following. Canadians Absolutely Hate when people Jump the Queue. Whether it is when waiting for a bus, train, at the bank, at the store, at a game or restaurant ect. DON'T DO IT! People in Canada find it Rude.
@@cherylmartin557 I am a Canadian and most would say I'm an extremely kind one that. However, I've gone toe to toe in a couple occasions where a rude person steps in front of an old lady or someone who can't defend themselves. I think it's pretty much a universal Canadian attitude.
When Canadians say “sorry” it’s not an apology and doesn’t mean taking blame. It means something closer to “it’s unfortunate…” or “I regret that…”. It’s just a politeness to diffuse any bad feelings - by sharing or acknowledging the sadness of the situation.So please don’t say Canadians apologize a lot. The word “sorry” has a much more nuanced meaning here. It’s actually remarkably difficult to know when a Canadian is apologizing, even for Canadians.
@@veramae4098 Great point. Some people mistake the "Canadian Sorry" as one that is inherently insincere or sarcastic. Like, "sorry you are such an idiot and wrong", or "sorry, but...". Certainly that can be the case, especially on the Internet. But many people do this and it's not exclusive to Canadians. And if that were the case there would be no need for a Supreme Court ruling.
@@the_Kurgan What you wrote is not evidence. Neither is some girl babbling on tiktok. It is depressing that you are an average voter here. Jesus Christ.
@@anneboyer6359 Obviously I didn't give evidence here. I just suggested that if you keep your eyes closed you can avoid seeing any. Incompetent people are always overconfident.
I immigrated to over 40 years ago. A very fine overview of the country love. A few years ago, I renounced my US citizenship, knowing I would never be going back.
Wear layers, especially in spring and fall, when the morning temperature can be 10 to 15 degrees cooler than the afternoon temperature. Remove a layer as needed, or put it back on if you are out long enough.
Speaking of winter, don`t buy land or property in the winter. First, you can`t tell what the ground looks like if it`s covered in snow. Even more important, you should see what happens when the snow melts. Is the drainage good? does the basement flood? If the property is next to a river, is the land flooded in the spring? Wait for the spring to commit.
While this is true, property sales are much higher between March and September. When buying property, you don't how many other bidders there are. So if you purchase a property when there are more bids, you'll likely have to pay more to get the property. As a result, you may acquire property cheaper during off-season.
Canadians will often apologize to furniture if we bump into it. True fact. ETA, shorts in winter are not a mistake in Canada. It’s a way of life. If the weather is closer to 0C, that’s totally T-shirt and shorts weather.
The worst mistake is thinking that Canada will adapt to you. You must adapt to Canada. I spoke to a woman from Ukraine yesterday afternoon in Montreal. She has been here for over 2 years, yet speaks only a few words of English and a few words of French. Sad. If I live in Ukraine for the same period of time, I will have learned how to understand, read, write and speak Ukranian.
@@Germancamel That's right, but some people have lived here for decades and still know noting about Canada, nor are they interested. Some have learned enough of the local languages to get by, but essentially they are living as if they were still in their home countries.
Go and do it, let's see. I give you 2 years too, as per your measure. Your own English is just passable. You even claim that if you spend 1 year in the commentor's country, you will know how to speak, read AND write. Let's see you do it. Pick a country of your choice, and do it and show us how it's done.
Welcome to Canada 🥰 and thank you for all of your insights on helping others to enjoy this beautiful country. One hint that I have been able to manage in the 72 years, I’ve been living in Canada was to change my mindset about winter. One year I decided to list all the beautiful things about winter and every time I felt like complaining about winter, I would insert one of the beauties. It took three years, but I kinda look forward to winter, sort of kinda. lol😂. Winnipeg here
Good video, I am first generation Canadian. My parents had a tough go, but they sure gave us a very good and solid future. Good info. Just be polite, do not be aggressive, do not judge and if you do, just don’t verbalize it. For goodness sake kindness rules and a great listening ear.
A far cry from Texas where I lived for 20 years and It never happens in Quebec but now that I live in Nova Scotia, I admire that the people here yelling "Thank you" to the driver every time they get off at a bus stop! It may seem corny but feels good 🙂
Never comment on someone's weight. I have had several people from other cultures think that is OK. Also, never ever ask or assume a woman is pregnant. Even if you are helping her deliver the baby never mention it. I was a little bloated once and a new Canadian thought it was sweet to mention that it is exciting to see my little baby bump showing. Huge mistake in Canada, huge. Other cultures think these comments are fine, in Canada it is very rude.
Apparently in Inuit culture telling someone they're on the heavy side is a compliment because it means they are able to feed themselves well. Extra fat is a positive benefit in the far north.
Funny thing, I have recently had a health issue, which made me look pregnant. I have lost count how many times I was asked when I was due by locals))) And no, most of them were not people who recently arrived in Canada.
I had a new Canadian older gentleman criticize my haircut once because it was short (in his opinion). In his culture, women have long hair. I listened politely but holy hell that was rude.
@@evej865 people just need to be told what’s acceptable and what’s not. You don’t have to listen sweetly, but you don’t have to be nasty about it either. I say… Don’t offer an opinion on someone’s age, marital status, appearance or any other private quality unless you are asked. Most people consider that rude.
I have a new neighbour to the area from the United States. He just got his permanent residency. His biggest comment: 'I can go out without fear of violence or being shot'. Which at first, I had a hard time believing him. But after hearing some of his extraordinary experiences, I'm starting to have more empathy for what is essentially, trauma.
That's just one take and means nothing in general. 300million and up living in the US, it's not an active warzone. It's still the most sought after destination and the one with most opportunities, and the one where using the word "DREAM" after the nation's name makes sense.
@@anneboyer6359 Yeah, most sought after by illegal alien parasites. There is a huge outflow in the US and Canada. We're replacing engineers and scientist with Starbuck's employees. It's only a matter of time before things seriously go to hell.
I moved to Canada from Texas 7 years ago . I came here to get away from the violence against gays. I could finally breathe after 63 years. I love this beautiful country and its beautiful people.
Don't be violent. Don't be rude. Celebrate your culture by inviting your community to sample food, music, fashion, etc of your native homeland. Obey the law of this land. Volunteer. Pitch in and bring the best of your culture to Canada and all will be well.
Canadians are welcoming and generous except also do not like being taken advantage of or upstaged. This means if you are invited to someone's house you should bring something to contribute, such as a bottle of wine, but not so much to cause much attention on that bottle of wine. It is all about keeping balance. Also, respect is very important; you can talk about race, sex, religion, money and politics as long as you respect others for their situation.
The worst mistake is thinking that you are coming to Canada to live the life you had in your previous country instead of starting a new life in Canada. You have to adapt to Canada. Canada is not going to change for you.
Starting a new life = burning your degrees, throw your experience in gutter, lower your level and don't dare say you know more than them. Even learn to throw a light switch the canadian way by taking admission and paying a hefty fee
@@redbaron9029 Sounds like you are talking about the Quebecois, who like the all those from that come from India and Mid East keep their old hatred and rivalries to Canada just so they fight same battles they say they left their country to come to Canada! After all if asked the Quebecois will not that say they are Canadian they are Quebecois like it is still 1763!! After all the Quebecois was fed this hatred by the Catholic Church who hated that Henry VIII told the pope to go phuck himself in the 1500's! The Quebecois love to hate all of those who are not them!
In Canada, women and men are equals. Never treat women as inferiors, that's a huge mistake! Also, if you get married in Québec, women keep their family name.
Size and population of Greater Vancouver area is much larger than Calgary, more than double. Travel and commute times can range from 30 mins to 2 hrs depending on time of day.
Montrealer here. You can send your kids to any school you can afford. If they're destined to be part of the elite (because you have a lot of money, or whatever), they'll fit right in. Just make sure you can afford all the years it'll take for them to graduate. Otherwise, the switch could be a bit rough on them. If you drive, invest in winter tires, even if the province you're in don't make them mandatory. They sure are in Quebec, and they make a big difference while driving in snow. Don't wear your winter clothes (big puffy jackets, knit hat and scarf, etc.) before winter. Get some in-between-seasons clothes (polar sweaters and jackets, long sleeves t-shirts, cotton scarfs, hiking boots, etc.) If you dress super warm while still in fall, you'll freeze come winter. You have to give your body a chance to acclimate itself to the lower temperature. When buying clothes for winter, the secret to being warm is NOTHING TIGHT. Get a loose jacket, and boots you can move your toes in, with a good sole (no thin cute leather boots please, they are not for winter, just for show), and wear them with fluffy socks, no tight bands. Also, get mittens instead of gloves, much much warmer. And a loose tuque, or ear muffs with the hood of your jacket. And get a pair of ice cleats, for those days when everything is covered in ice. Or learn to skate ! 😉
Don't flash your hi beams if going to pass somebody. flash them if you're letting someone into your lane and don't park in the fuel aisle! Pull forward
@@muninnseyes we flash our high beams here in north western Ontario when passing since I can remember and I’m 78 years old. Don’t know where you’re coming from. Fuel aisle? What the hell is that supposed to mean. If getting fuel,I need to park in the fuel lane. 😏🧐
@JohnNaturkach I'm a trucker, a lot of new Canadian truckers won't pull forward after fueling and block the fuel aisle. I'm from Winnipeg born and raised. My dad was born and raised in northern Ontario. I run Canada and U.S. including northern Ontario. As for the highbeams EVERYWHERE in North America don't flash your highbeams when you're gonna pass, when someone is passing you and when it's safe for them to change back into the lane you're in, then flash them. It's a courtesy. There's no need to flash when passing. you're allready in the passing lane. Also when a trucker blinks their markers that means thank you. Hope that helps.
@@muninnseyes In the late 1960’s, I used to travel back and forth from Atikokan to Fort Frances and Thunder Bay with my father in law who was a cop in Atikokan. I remember him telling me to flash my lights (at night) when I was about to pass someone. Right or wrong I wasn’t about to challenge him. But,those were the days,back then. Might have changed now.
I live in Atlantic Canada and we normally have moderate Winters. We don't usually even have snow for Christmas. Winter normally starts in January. I have only had to shovel twice the last two Winters. Last Winter, it mostly rained because the temperature was usually too warm to snow. Still chilly, not many freezing days. When I was growing up in the 70s and 80s, we would wear a snowsuit for Halloween because it was so cold. Now, you are as likely to see kids wearing shorts. It still would be cold for someone coming from a hot country, but someone from Iceland would probably find it mild.
I live in Alberta, and I have to say that you guys in Atlantic Canada are much nicer than Albertans. I think if I were moving to Canada, I'd move to the maritimes. I've been all over this country, so I know of what I speak.
Even most Canadians hate winter. Imagine living in Nordic countries in winter. Not so cold in winter but also not warm in summer. Too dark in winter but too bright in summer.
A few more tips for driving - 1. Outside of the large cities, cars almost always stop for pedestrians to cross the street, even if they aren't anywhere near a crosswalk. 2. We often blink our highbeams at oncoming cars to warn them of police doing radar ahead, especially from a hidden position, but be aware that although it's considered polite to the other drivers, the police won't appreciate it if they see you do it! and 3. Never let your gas/petrol get below a half tank in the winter, because if you slide into the ditch on a slippery day it can take several hours for a tow truck to come, and you will need to stay warm!
@JesusismyRock773 only for speeding as it's just a ticket/fine, not a crime... For drunk drivers a lot of Canadians will call 911 and report them, in fact that's how many of them get caught :)
We don’t tax food. We don’t tax roast of beef. We don’t tax broccoli be careful about wide sweeping statements. There are taxes on many things that’s how we pay for our healthcare and other benefits we enjoy. 53%? Nonsense, unless you’re ridiculously rich.
The tax numbers are a bit outdated by now, the most recent tax updates take the highest income bracket to 58% income tax in Quebec. As for grocery taxes, there's no tax on basic groceries, like fresh produce. You can check out a full list here: www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/publications/4-3/basic-groceries.html
Never be afraid to ask for directions. Canadians are happy to assist whenever they can and can explain if there is an easier route to your destination. Also ask about where to go for a place to eat or have a few drinks. Locals know all the best places.
The easiest way to estimate your net pay is to multiply the gross amount by .72 , Example: $100 x.72= $72 net salary. That takes into accounts most general salaries less regular and company deductions. If you make over 80K or so, the amount changes. When at work, you have to be friendly and smile at everyone who walks past you in the office, and always support the company propaganda about itself and be a "company man/woman" and be gung ho about your job. You don't actually have to be good at it, you just have to have the right attitude, that's all that matters in Canada, LOL.
@@Grassmpl Agreed. It's a terrible system for high-talent independent-thinking introverted individuals. I have left a lot of jobs because of exactly this.
We're polite and nice until we're taken advantage of or treated like an idiot! Kindness is important, but doing what's morally right is more important to me personally! So if that means me speaking up or calling out bs when I see it, I will! I do believe in giving each person their own clean slate. I adjust according to the person! That just means I don't assume anything about a person based on race, the job they have, the car they drive, how they look, the clothes they wear. Those things have no bearing on how I choose friends! It's all about the content of one's character! I do keep to myself most of the time but strive to be kind and polite when I'm around others! But everyone is different. You will run into aholes anywhere you go! Canada is NO EXCEPTION. You have to be careful still about how you move. For example as an indigenous woman I don't go out alone after dark. You can't just trust anyone and leave yourself vulnerable because you never known what someone's intentions are. You can find people that are so unkind. You can also find some of the nicest people in the world here. I imagine the same can be said about any country. Our government certainly doesn't represent us personally. We all have our own personalities and lives! And I don't judge others based on their race religion or their government at home! When I was a kid there was no shortage of people letting me know I'd never amount to anything. So yeah you can find aholes anywhere you go! Please don't leave yourself vulnerable and assume everyone here has good intentions! Especially if you travel alone! We still have a lot of issues you probably never heard of! You have to be careful anywhere you go! ❤
A few other pointers for immigrants: - don't blow your noses in public washbasins. Canadians find this disgusting. - sit on toilet seats, don't stand on them - you'll probably miss. - Wear proper swimwear in public pools. Saris and other full-body wear whose cleanliness may be suspect are not appreciated. Canadians will be too polite to point this out to you. Hope this helps.
Didnt know a bikini's or swimsuit's cleanliness can never be as suspect as a saree's... thanks for the enlightenment. Will wash my sarees in acid from now on
Seriously ... whats more disgusting... blowing your nose into the drainage system where it belongs or blowing all that snot into a hankercheif, folding it in ur pocket n walking around with it all day long? Cuz we immigrants find that disgusting :)
Guys, when you say the 3 largest cities in Canada, that should be Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver, the greater Vancouver area has more than 2.5M inhabitants.
@@MakeThatChangesince most cities have a much wider range than the town's limit, I guess it is easy to make the mistake, but Calgary is still pretty far behind the other metropolises. Montreal was the 1st for a long time, then Toronto got ahead with the digging of the maritime channel that allowed businesses to reach farther inland. Eventually Vancouver grew rather fast with Asian immigration but so far didn't beat Montreal yet, and finally only this century Calgary reached the million in population and joined the ranks of a real metropolis but it's so recent that they still have some growth to do to reach the others' level!
@@MakeThatChange But that is not how cities are experienced in everyday life, or how we think of our cities. The city boundaries are important for the municipalities, but, for example, young people commuting from Burnaby to University of British Columbia for their classes do not think they are travelling to a different city! Greater Vancouver is indeed all one city for all purposes except municipalities.
Very good video, I wish I knew it all in 2014! Taxes, OMG this was such a nasty surprise when my grocery bill was higher than what I saw on a price tag. Funny that a lot of this is true in Switzerland as well. Switzerland hates overachievers but values team work. Always respect your team, help and be polite are absolute dealbreakers. Other aspects of cultural norm also works. Remember how Canadians were closed when it comes to personal topics, Swiss people are reserved and it takes time to get closer to them but they can also been direct when it comes to a civil state, at least this happened to me. Funny fact: when I arrived in Switzerland I had Canadian views of a distance and annoyed people by saying 80km is close, but when I explained I used to live in Canada they understand I need time to adjust. I lived 5yrs in Toronto and never get issues with winter, but I hate summer heat not winter.
Winter, oh yes, be prepared. At the start of winter add blankets or sleeping bags to your car. Carry extra food and drinks. Mainly outside of GTA however if you are travelling any major highway, accidents occur where you may sit for several hours. Not common, but it does happen. Or you could slide off the road, more so in the country, and no one can see you from the road. A man slid off the road just east of Oshawa. It took a week before a train driver saw the car. He had died. Also carry a couple of flashlights. You may need to assist others. Definitely have snow tires.
Beautiful video! One other thing, along with "sorry“ we never forget to say "please“ and "thank you"! If you ask for anything (like asking for help, or ordering off a menu at a restaurant) and don‘t say either of those things, that‘s considered rude, too! :) Usually if you‘re new here, we‘ll understand, but I think it’s so important to say "sorry, please, and, thank you" here because we‘re always just trying to keep a positive attitude and make others feel comfortable xD Example, if you say "Can you get me that…“ instead of "Can you please/can you get me that…please" it‘s considered entitled and demanding rather than polite and in need. Anywho! Canada is a beautiful place, I hope you enjoy it! :)
The Quebecois still talk about France like they just came to Canada yesterday not having lived in Canada for centuries! They will tell you how much more sophisticated France is compared to Anglo world! You will be told you cannot know Quebecois history as it is not written in English! just like the state of Virginia could not have celebrated being 400 years old in 2007 as Quebec did not celebrate 400 years until 2008!
@ffmann461 I just saw a cartoon where English Canadians are so sweet and nice to people from other countries and turn into man-eating monsters when it comes to us quebecois and also I've lived in Quebec my whole life and never heard any of those things
@@MicaOShea-oe7ir I think you are a victim of not not seeing the forest for the trees! The Quebecois are one of the most rudest people one can encounter! Most of all if you do not speak their sacred obsolete French from before 1760! If a movie is made in France in French it has to be dubbed into Quebecois French or it will not be understood in Quebec! I can recall going into a Jean Coutu in Montreal for a Styrofoam ice chest! Having to ask 10 different employees, some who said they no speak anglais and others who said they didn't understand what Styrofoam was! Finally got an employee who yes there are some over the display for Jean Babtiste Day! It was also interesting to learn that Styrofoam is called styromousse! Just shows how those Quebecois employees were just playing stupid! Least I hope they were only playing stupid! There are those who say OH you cannot know real Quebecois history as it only written in French! Or the guy who said to me online that would beat up me for saying that Virginia celebrated being 400 years old in 2007. He said it's impossible for that to happen as Quebec City would not be 400 until 2008! There was no way someplace in the US could celebrated being 400 years old before Quebec! These barely scratch the surface on how rude and condescending many Quebecois can be! I know someone who moved to Quebec took his French classes and got a job teaching scuba! He gave up moved as those he was teaching, whine moaned and complained he spoke French with an accent! I guess some of them never listen to how they mangle English when they speak! Such as Foreign Minister Joly does! She speaks English like a third rate Insp. Clouseau!
Excellent video team, I've watched this one several times and continues to resonate. Doing well in Canada comes down to basic respect and manners. That can't be too hard? Thanks again - Cheers.
It doesn't always snow in Vancouver; some years like the last 2 years we had NO snow at all. But yes, it still gets cold and sometimes icy so make sure you have a winter coat, mittens or gloves and boots. Ear muffs are used by some while others wear a warm hat and sometimes there's a hat attached to your coat so that makes it easier. Stock up on either regular table salt or you can buy a heavier type of salt especially used to sprinkle where you want the ice to melt; like your driveway. Your car will need winter tires too and the guys at any gas station can put them on for you for a reasonable price while you wait. I'd also recommend buying a heating pad for your bed....one that covers the entire bed....it's just oh so nice to turn it on to high a while before climbing in; it feels like heaven and you'll be asleep real fast. When there's 2 people in a bed they can each adjust their side to whatever the degree of heat they want. Good night.......
I’m from Victoria same climate as Vancouver with much less air pollution. With the humidity and wind and rain during winter +5 degrees feels worse than the -20 I experienced growing up in Manitoba. In Manitoba it’s a dry cold in the winter and a pair of long underwear tops and bottoms, with a extra sweater under your parka and ski pants you will feel warm, but the humidity rain and wind in the cold evenings in Victoria cuts through your layers of clothes like a knife and you will always feel cold especially near the ocean with its cold breeze of just a few degrees above zero.
Over thirty years ago I worked with a recent immigrant from Iran. Pulled over for speeding he argued with the cop. In Iran, you argue with the cops and tell them how important you are and how the cop will get in trouble for harrassing you. It went as you might expect. I explained that in Canada we thank the officer for the ticket and they generally lower the speed you're charged with.
Very nice video .. wish I had seen it way b4 …. Canadian culture once u explained it is so good .. something I always wanted .. but I carried my same mentality that worked in my prev jobs and really got ghosted in the new work place …now I get to know why after seeeing ur video
Love watching this as a Canadian. Another big tip : Communities watch out for each other. Especially children. Respect speed limits in residential areas and take those CHILDREN PLAYING signs seriously. - Bonus tip - Always THANK your driver's. Bus drivers, taxi and Uber drivers etc. It's polite and you'll notice a lot of Canadians do it. ❤
This is so interesting! Thanks! I was raised in Canada by European parents and sometimes I don’t know what part of me is Canadian and what is my culture!
It's an exaggeration to say that Canadians are all collectivist. That's true for certain regions, say Quebec and the Maritime provinces, but less so for Ontario and the Western provinces. Even amongst the general population, it depends on one's ideological leaning, as in leftwing (socialist) vs more right-wing (capitalist). Canadians are diverse ideologically as well as racially/ethnically. I suspect ypur perceptions about Canada are somewhat influenced by the fact that you've spent most of your time in large urban centres like Toronto and Montreal, which tend to be quite leftist politically compared to more conservative regions like Southwestern Ontario and the West.
@@MakeThatChange Just watched your video about 13 lessons immigration taught you. Now, that's more like it! Very perceptive. Very good. Just curious, my apologies in advance if im prying, but are Anna and Anastasia a couple?
True. However, where Americans are rugged individualists, there is a tradition within Canada of 'peace, order and good government' (of course, moderated by personal beliefs and values)
Canadian political leanings follow a similar pattern to other countries; high cost of living areas, the big cities, usually have a higher IQ to meet the job requirements, and they also tend to vote middle to a left. Areas where work doesn’t require advanced education will vote more to the right. Usually lower IQ’s are found in rural areas, on average.
@@MK-cc5ve You are saying people in rural areas have lower IQ's? I would wager the IQ levels do not vary significantly from region to region. Education levels maybe, but not intelligence.
As a Canadian, I really like this video! It's mostly really accurate and I think you describe a lot of the traditional Canadian social norms better than I could have. I suppose it's just so normal to me that, particularly growing up, I didn't really consider how or why our social cues and behaviours could be seen from an "outsider's" perspective. However, in a big city these days, there are so many people from all over the world here that it really has become a melting pot of different cultures and social norms and ways of acting/talking in public that you really don't know what to expect! I think it's great, keeps you on your toes.
Note: winter driving is the worst in Vancouver as snowfall happens, but it's so infrequent that winter driving skills become rusty or people never properly develop them at all. Practically everywhere else people are more skilled at winter driving. As well, a "Canadian sorry" is enshrined in law. That is, an apology is not considered an admission of guilt legally speaking.
@@chrisgraham2904 That's not a "Canadian sorry". For example, an actual Canadian Sorry would be: sorry to correct you. Americans do that all the time so maybe that's what you are used to? In fact, any phrase that incorporates "but" in this fashion simply negates the fist part. For example, sorry, but I'm not sorry. A real "Canadian sorry" is either if, say, someone bumps into you and you apologise. Or else you are sorry about the situation and expressing sympathy but are not taking personal responsibility or admitting fault. The "Canadian Sorry" enshrined in law refers mostly to the latter case. I hope this helps.
@@chrisgraham2904 As another example: I'm sorry you feel that way. Also, I'm sorry that you keep getting it wrong because it makes you look foolish, and I am genuinely sorry that you keep embarrassing yourself. I hope this further clarifies the correct use of the "Canadian sorry". Please keep trying!
@@helbent4 I will keep trying. lol. "I'm sorry you feel that way" is another way of saying: "I'm sorry you feel that way, BUT I don't feel that way". "I'm sorry, BUT you keep getting it wrong". "I'm genuinely sorry, BUT you keep embarrassing yourself".
Want to fit in? Always complain about the weather, it doesn’t matter what the weather actually is because it’s always too cold, hot rainy, dry, dark, overcast and even too sunny! 😂😂 Be nice, ask questions, share you different experiences, smile as much as you can handle, be patient and always try to look at the bright side!
I think most of this must apply in other parts of Canada, Ive lived in Ottawa for 10 yrs now and never met more rude people. They dont want to get to know you, they dont want you talking to them, they dont want to follow up on anything they say, over and over ive been told people would come over and they never do. even after making plans, they still no show you. Im From Texas, and ITs way more friendlier there.
This jives with my experience too. I've spent a lot of time in the States, and found Americans very nice people. I've had American friends come to visit Canada, and they were shocked at how impolite we are compared to what they expected.
Perhaps you haven't picked up on the concept that Ottawa people are being polite by not intruding. They probably think you're a bit rude for being so forward with them. You'll often see this in government cities everywhere. Your social habits come from a different set of assumptions about what constitutes polite behavior. That's fine, but when in Rome... Which is really more likely, that Ottawa people are misattuned to you, or that you're misattuned to them?
When walking as a group on the sidewalk, the polite thing to do is keep to your half when passing others. Do not expect them to have to step off the sidewalk to accommodate you - this is a common behaviour among certain ethnicities, you know who you are, there is no caste system here.
Try and be a good person.....period. Canada is a huge country with many variables in taxes, climate and culture. In southern Ontario I shovel the driveway about 4 times a winter. Winter is mild now compared to the 60's. I try and aviod processed foods that are taxed as opposed to most groceries that are not taxed. Health Care has gone downhill in the last 25 years. But, no one goes broke paying hospital bills. Fortunately health care where I live is very good. No wate times or problems. But, it would be great if nurses and doctors came to Canada!!!
Hey I’m Canadian born and raised and I like your video. The person below me mentioned Canadians don’t like winners or ambition and I don’t think that’s true, it depends upon the attitude that winner has, are they an arrogant boastful bragger if so then we will be like STFU! Some provinces are more difficult than other to advance because of the socio-political construct purposely put into place. Each province has its own flavour, querks and perks. But it’s true we Canadians do not care for know it alls at all, be humble and if you are winning all the time, good for you don’t brag about it and sing your own praises.
As per your chart, gst tax is not an extra 7% or greater, it is 5% or greater: (some provinces have more bureaucracy, socialism, and civil servants, so taxes are higher there).
Many Canadian cities, particularly in the prairies are very car-dependent, with little public transportation or bicycle infrastructure relative to other countries. This is what causes the long commute times, because congestion is terrible and it slows down public transportation. In cities with poor bicycle infrastructure, it can be very dangerous to bike ride, as bicyclists have to share the road, and are expected to follow rules that regularly kill bicyclists (for example crossing several lanes with vehicles going double the speed to take a left turn). As a result, many motorists do not respect bicyclists they might perceive as slowing down traffic, and many bicyclists do not respect the rules and lack of infrastructure that put them in danger.
It’s changed over time. I’m gifted, as are my two kids. (Both kids also have challenges- one has vision problems, the other a fine motor delay). So was my Grandmother and Father. My Grandmother graduated high school at 12, my father at 14. I skipped a grade, and struggled because I was immature. Both of my kids were at normal public school. They had a once weekly gifted class, to connect with other kids in elementary school, but other than that, regular school it is. Schools are moving to ‘universal design’, with goals like ‘Develop a passion for learning’, and ‘emotional awareness and regulation’, ‘persistence’, ‘growth mindset’, etc. I’m sure most Americans would consider it terribly ‘woke’, but it’s worked really well for my kids. There’s MUCH more focus of soft skills- because you can learn history whenever you want, but learning empathy or how to collaborate is much harder to learn as an adult!
@@neilwadden1749 why not ,it's a great place to live, depending on where you chose of course. Past Ontario is mostly Canada's energy sector where everybody goes to work,they hate Trudeau 😆. Quebec is the armpit of Canada and east of Quebec is where most of the seafood comes from ,also hard working who hate Quebec 😆
"Canadians are the nicest people". No. I would not call them rude. But "nicest" isn't word to apply here. They are not nice, they are reserved. When I lived in Canada I socialized with a lot of different people but all of them were immigrants from various countries (including the US). None of them were Canadian Canadians.
Another thing to consider is to not argue with the police. In a traffic stop, you will usually do much better if you are polite, compliant and apologetic. They can breathalize you any time they want- no probable cause required! Yes, you have rights, and if your rights are trampled on, argue it in court, not on the roadside. If you’re drunk, and they tell you to go home- do it. NEVER attempt to bribe a police officer (or other official)- EVER. When dealing with officials, or difficult customer situations, getting loud and argumentative will make them less likely to help you. Being humble, asking for genuine help will get you much further. Persistence is okay, but remain quiet and polite about it. “I’m sorry, but I just can’t seem to get this done. I’ve done what I thought was right, but it isn’t working. Can you please help me solve this? I’m really stuck.”
Is a good and real country and I have been dreeming about these super things. Thank you for up loading videos. I am trying to my dream come ture in Canada.
Research before you do anything. There are channels on youtube where newcomers discuss their life here. This will give you idea how it is here. Take a note most of those videos are titled : WHy I left Canada.
They don't listen because not many people tell the truth for various reasons. Most of them are ashamed that they got duped for canada has a wonderful marketing around the world and this immigration officer will not tell you the truth how your life will look like. They need newcomers to pay heavily for those endless application forms, they need them to lose their life savings here, they need them to do dirty menial jobs no canadian want to do and they want to lure you into getting courses university (here these are business organizations be aware) or other promising that these will help with your career. Universities here have a wonderful marketing too. When they suck life off you they will discard you like a used chewing gum. Consider that a canadian permanent resident is not permanent and even canadian citizenship is not permanent. Try to get in trouble with law they will discard you like bad stepmother their stepchild for misbehaving. I never do anything against the law but jails are for that not ripping of citizenship and kicking out of a country. Canada requires immigrants to be good while immigrants here are treated like trash. Since you will be ashamed to go back to your country so chewed up you will stay and live a miserable life. If you make it here you will experience even more hate. Exp. I heart in children's playground that immigrants should not wear brand name shoes. The person purposefully came to me supposedly friendly to tell me that. Imagine. I experience it all time time. I heard even that government gave me my house because supposedly this cheap, predatory government give gifts to immigrants taking stuff of canadians. I mean legitimate canadians people who came here earlier ... So talk my friend so people don't get fooled into misery. @@richardramfire3971
I don’t think have of these u tubers know of prairie life unless u live or lived here. Where I’m from the part about not being to personal or upfront doesn’t apply where l live. People will tell u exactly what is on their mind we don’t worry about your feelings as they are your feelings. And l can’t change how u feel. I would say Alberta and Sask are more alike Manitoba unfortunately has become much like Ontario imo. I’ve been all over this massive country from moment to the other, other than the very far north l can not say anything because l have never been there. So l have no knowledge of it so l say nothing. I love my province and my city people are wonderful here but it is also very clicky just like other small cities even the larger ones are too. There are somethings l would disagree with but that’s what a great about Canada u can disagree with someone and still be pals. And personally western and eastern people are two very different cultures again imo. Cheers!
Calgary is special: they can go from short-sleeve weather to snow boots in an afternoon, hence the stash of winter gear in the trunk. And some areas of Canada may not get to practice winter driving often, so traffic gets anxious and snarled with snowfall. Listen to weather and traffic reports until you get a feel for your area!
Before moving to Canada I hired an English profesor for private classes. On the last class he gave two pieces of advice for when I arrive: 1- Get on the line 2- Act like the monkeys The first means to wait for your opportunity not rushing to conclusions on why you are not getting what you believe you deserve. The second, instead of trying to do things your way, look at what others do and imitate them. If you are not willing to do these, you better stay home.
I really recommend choosing to pay your utility bill in equal payments. Utility bills are less in the summer so you could get a surprise expense in the winter. You might have to contact your utility company to start an equal payment plan. Keep in mind that there still might be an amount left over at the end of the year.
Or instead of overpaying during summer months you could put the extra into savings or investments, this way money can bring profit instead of lying in hydro company account
@MakeThatChange The equal payment plan is offered by the hydro company. I'm in BC and I have that plan so I pay the same amount every month so I don't get big bills for heat in the winter. I'm from Peterborough Ontario but I can't remember if they offer it there. I avoid lying as often as possible.
I lived in Canada all my life and still under dressed enough to experience hypothermia. I was so cold my tongue went numb and I lost the ability to speak clearly.
10:30 "... some provinces don't even make it mandatory to wear winter tires." -- No province requires people to wear winter tires, though some require people to put winter tires on their cars for the winter.
I am from India. I remember queuing up at the Netherlands Embassy in 2003 to get a visa. This was opposite to the Canadian Embassy and the queue there was astonishing. Most were Punjabis and after some time the people in my queue started joking that Punjabis were going to colonize Canada. That is not far from the truth.
It's true! I think there's more of them than whites, natives and blacks combined now. At least in southern Ontario it's that way! Our bus systems are all messed up now because there's so many heading to the college! Heck I had to have an English 12 to get in. Not sure how it works now. But yeah. An English 9 10 11 was not enough. No exceptions! And I'd struggle learning in a foreign language! Not sure how much information I'd retain if I didn't understand what I was reading. And a lot of us got rid of our homephones because they call the house 30times a day with all kinds of scams trying to rip us off. The most popular scam is the grandparent scam where they target seniors and pretend to represent a loved one in trouble and demand money. Sometimes they'll even send someone to their home to pick up cash on the ground. Not always gift cards! And we don't have the housing! I've never in my life seen so many homeless people! When the last of the baby boomers pass, the white and indigenous populations will dwindle away! You can already see it! And our population sign here hasn't changed in over 20yrs. I can guarantee it's double that now. For whatever reason they just never got around to adjusting the signage!
once in 2015 i went to vancouver and on the connection in Toronto from Rio de Janeiro I decided to go outside to see snow for the first time with just a GAP hood... never felt so cold! I thought I was dying rs... took a selfie in the snow though...
The worst thing that can happen if you have an accident with a cyclist is not a lawsuit... come on, what kind of disregard for a human life is that? You can actually take somebody's life if you are not paying attention, surprising right? An accident could be caused by both the car driver or the cyclist but you kind of imply it's the cyclists who are always unpredictable. Also, don't forget a lot of newcomers opt for a bicycle since they can't afford a car right away and the public transportation in some cities is just terrible.
he means that the total bill, in this case $40 contains both real price + 15% tax. Alain's suggestion is to calculate tip NOT on $40 but on $40 minus 15% tax -> $44. This essentially represents the true value of the restaurant bill. The tip for the server should be $44 * 15% ( assuming you're willing to give the 15% tip) ~ $7
Yes, be aware of restaurants that automatically add the tip of 15% or 20% onto the payment machine when paying by debit or credit card. The tip should be only applied to the food value and not the government H.S.T.
No, it's because most Canadians are passive-aggressive and come across as polite and apologetic even when they don't mean it in order to avoid confrontation.
@@MakeThatChange Personally, as a born and raised Canadian who loves his country but tries to be objective about it, I think the Canadian "niceness/politeness" stereotype is part and parcel of the ambivalent and complicated relationship we have with our boisterous larger neighbour, the US. Because we're so frequently confused with Americans when traveling internationally, but at the same time often feel overshadowed by the US, Canadians tend to go out of their way to emphasize the ways we are different from Americans. Generally speaking, Americans are very direct and opinionated; consequently, Canadians try to be the opposite: modest and inoffensive. Of course, these are generalizations. Living in a border town, I've met many Americans who are not loud nor obnoxious. Conversely, I've also met many Canadians who are loud and opinionated. I, myself, have even been described as such by some of my compatriots, lol. Personally, I think that many Canadians tend to exaggerate the differences between us and Americans, while Americans often overlook or downplay those same differences. In short, it's the "narcissism of small differences." This tendency is common whenever two nations coexist in close proximity and share a similar culture, but where there's a significant size and power difference. For example, Australia and New Zealand; Germany and Austria; or England and Wales.
That's weird. Thousands of Torontonians rent a car and drive to Buffalo, N.Y. to fly out to international destinations. Even with the exchange rate, Canadians save about 30%, rather than flying out of Toronto.
Do you really think that people who come here need classes in niceness? Where have they been before they end up here. Is it the only place where niceness is valued? Travel more ...you will be surprised that there are places in this world where people are actually kind to each other. Recommend - Europe.
Please mention that in Canada we hold the door open for the next person! Regardless of sex or ability - it is considered rude not to hold the door open for those behind you, even if that person is a few steps away.
Yeah, but NOT from 50 feet away, like some people tend to do.
I agree, pretty much always will decent people keep a door open for you, at least for several seconds. I do it myself. And always thanks them
I walk fast in order to get enough ahead of people behind me, then pretend I wasn't aware of anyone close to me, and then open the door just for myself.
I'm a Canadian living in Canada, ethnically Chinese.
Recently my brother, using a walker, was approaching the door of his building, knowing he would have to juggle things to open the door. 🇨🇦 I was shocked when someone passed him and didn’t hold the door!
not all, there are many canadians that go first than me or expect to go first just because i am inmigrante, always have to wait for they go first.
DON'T bring your wars with you. You came to this country to escape all that BS, so don't start it all over again.
I worked at a convention/banquet centre, and we had an Eritrean group come regularly for their annual independence celebration. Really nice people who brought really good food, and treated our staff very well. After the first couple of years, we suddenly had 'protestors' from a rival group showing up, hassling the staff, screaming about their civil war, throwing things and causing property damage. We were not impressed and neither were the police.
Oh yes, unfortunately this happens.
That also happened in Calgary 2 years ago, with a death and several serious injuries.
Exactly, well said
That’s liberalism.
@@REV-1What?
Also, don't cut in line. Don't be loud in public places. Supervise your children and pets (don't let them run amok).
Especially the last one, some of these parents today!
@@thebowandbullet it seems like some cultures just don’t understand the concept of lining up and waiting their turn. I have no problem giving them a gentle lesson by saying, “I’m sorry, but I’m next and this person is after me“ or “perhaps you didn’t realize that’s the end of the line right there.” When everyone looks at them expectantly, they generally scurry to their proper place. It really ticks me off when people butt in front of children as if they don’t even exist.
I am a Canadian. Please also mention in a subsequent video on the topic, the following. Canadians Absolutely Hate when people Jump the Queue. Whether it is when waiting for a bus, train, at the bank, at the store, at a game or restaurant ect. DON'T DO IT! People in Canada find it Rude.
People do that!??? (Canadian here)
It may be the one reason Canadians will fight you.
@lydiaxiao7057 yes the do, I have seen it hundreds of times.
@@justinthesen5896 I could see a fight breaking out when this happens yes though it depends on the person that was cut infront of.
@@cherylmartin557 I am a Canadian and most would say I'm an extremely kind one that. However, I've gone toe to toe in a couple occasions where a rude person steps in front of an old lady or someone who can't defend themselves. I think it's pretty much a universal Canadian attitude.
When Canadians say “sorry” it’s not an apology and doesn’t mean taking blame. It means something closer to “it’s unfortunate…” or “I regret that…”. It’s just a politeness to diffuse any bad feelings - by sharing or acknowledging the sadness of the situation.So please don’t say Canadians apologize a lot. The word “sorry” has a much more nuanced meaning here. It’s actually remarkably difficult to know when a Canadian is apologizing, even for Canadians.
I explain "sorry" as being short for "I am sorry to hear..." But not an admission of personal responsibility or blame.
I read that a case went to your Supreme Court once, and they actually made this ruling.
@@veramae4098 Great point. Some people mistake the "Canadian Sorry" as one that is inherently insincere or sarcastic. Like, "sorry you are such an idiot and wrong", or "sorry, but...". Certainly that can be the case, especially on the Internet. But many people do this and it's not exclusive to Canadians. And if that were the case there would be no need for a Supreme Court ruling.
I think it actually means "excuse me."
@@helbent4 I sometimes use it as in "Im sorry you are that d**b, sad to be you." ;)
Don't poop on the beach or street. Don't assault women. Don't drive on the sidewalk.
Oh look, we got another no-evidence bs believer.
@@anneboyer6359
Atta they keep your eyes closed and you'll see no evidence.
@@the_Kurgan What you wrote is not evidence. Neither is some girl babbling on tiktok. It is depressing that you are an average voter here. Jesus Christ.
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Obviously I didn't give evidence here. I just suggested that if you keep your eyes closed you can avoid seeing any. Incompetent people are always overconfident.
@@the_Kurgan keep it up. English is probably not your language too, eh. God bless this country. JfC.
I immigrated to over 40 years ago. A very fine overview of the country love. A few years ago, I renounced my US citizenship, knowing I would never be going back.
@@carolhathaway5168 Been here 20 years considering renouncing citizenship but for some foolish reason I still want to vote in US elections.
@@sberesford2523must be an exciting place?
@@ew374 No it's incredibly calm and unexciting, it is heaven.
@ and I do read and see the DENIAL. but whatever…
@@ew374are you okay?
In Canada and US, not keeping to your right-hand side when you walk is idiotic and rude.
Wear layers, especially in spring and fall, when the morning temperature can be 10 to 15 degrees cooler than the afternoon temperature. Remove a layer as needed, or put it back on if you are out long enough.
Speaking of winter, don`t buy land or property in the winter. First, you can`t tell what the ground looks like if it`s covered in snow. Even more important, you should see what happens when the snow melts. Is the drainage good? does the basement flood? If the property is next to a river, is the land flooded in the spring? Wait for the spring to commit.
Great tip! Thank you for sharing
Absolutely!
While this is true, property sales are much higher between March and September. When buying property, you don't how many other bidders there are. So if you purchase a property when there are more bids, you'll likely have to pay more to get the property. As a result, you may acquire property cheaper during off-season.
True! I wanted to sell our property in winter because it would cover up our ugly yard 😂
Canadians will often apologize to furniture if we bump into it. True fact.
ETA, shorts in winter are not a mistake in Canada. It’s a way of life. If the weather is closer to 0C, that’s totally T-shirt and shorts weather.
The worst mistake is thinking that Canada will adapt to you.
You must adapt to Canada.
I spoke to a woman from Ukraine yesterday afternoon in Montreal. She has been here for over 2 years, yet speaks only a few words of English and a few words of French. Sad. If I live in Ukraine for the same period of time, I will have learned how to understand, read, write and speak Ukranian.
well said, thank you.
Bud, it takes time to learn the language
@@Germancamel That's right, but some people have lived here for decades and still know noting about Canada, nor are they interested. Some have learned enough of the local languages to get by, but essentially they are living as if they were still in their home countries.
@@Germancamel Where are you from? If spent one year in your country, I would probably know how to understand, speak, read and write your language.
Go and do it, let's see. I give you 2 years too, as per your measure. Your own English is just passable. You even claim that if you spend 1 year in the commentor's country, you will know how to speak, read AND write. Let's see you do it. Pick a country of your choice, and do it and show us how it's done.
As a born and raised Canadian, 65 years in Canada, I must say this video rocks! Good job!
Welcome to Canada 🥰 and thank you for all of your insights on helping others to enjoy this beautiful country. One hint that I have been able to manage in the 72 years, I’ve been living in Canada was to change my mindset about winter. One year I decided to list all the beautiful things about winter and every time I felt like complaining about winter, I would insert one of the beauties. It took three years, but I kinda look forward to winter, sort of kinda. lol😂. Winnipeg here
Thanks for sharing!!
There’s no bad weather, only bad clothes!
Good video, I am first generation Canadian. My parents had a tough go, but they sure gave us a very good and solid future. Good info. Just be polite, do not be aggressive, do not judge and if you do, just don’t verbalize it. For goodness sake kindness rules and a great listening ear.
A far cry from Texas where I lived for 20 years and It never happens in Quebec but now that I live in Nova Scotia, I admire that the people here yelling "Thank you" to the driver every time they get off at a bus stop! It may seem corny but feels good 🙂
I'm in BC, same thing here, it's pretty much mandatory :) Also, I have seen so many acts of kindness on the bus, it's phenomenal.
We do that in Alberta too! I mean heck, why not show appreciation for someone giving you a nice safe and affordable lift!? :D
It happens in Quebec all the time. I live in Montreal, so I know.
In Quebec, we say "Merci". Always.
@@monah5532 Yes, that is right.
Never comment on someone's weight. I have had several people from other cultures think that is OK. Also, never ever ask or assume a woman is pregnant. Even if you are helping her deliver the baby never mention it. I was a little bloated once and a new Canadian thought it was sweet to mention that it is exciting to see my little baby bump showing. Huge mistake in Canada, huge. Other cultures think these comments are fine, in Canada it is very rude.
Apparently in Inuit culture telling someone they're on the heavy side is a compliment because it means they are able to feed themselves well. Extra fat is a positive benefit in the far north.
Funny thing, I have recently had a health issue, which made me look pregnant. I have lost count how many times I was asked when I was due by locals))) And no, most of them were not people who recently arrived in Canada.
I had a new Canadian older gentleman criticize my haircut once because it was short (in his opinion). In his culture, women have long hair. I listened politely but holy hell that was rude.
@@evej865 people just need to be told what’s acceptable and what’s not. You don’t have to listen sweetly, but you don’t have to be nasty about it either. I say… Don’t offer an opinion on someone’s age, marital status, appearance or any other private quality unless you are asked. Most people consider that rude.
Born and raised in Canada and I still underestimate winter every year! Winter was a lot more fun as a child than it is as an adult!
"You must be this tall to resent winter."
He said while holding a snow shovel.
Bottom Line: Winter is a lot of work and a lot of expense in Canada.
I have a new neighbour to the area from the United States. He just got his permanent residency. His biggest comment: 'I can go out without fear of violence or being shot'. Which at first, I had a hard time believing him. But after hearing some of his extraordinary experiences, I'm starting to have more empathy for what is essentially, trauma.
He must've been in a democrat gun free zone. That's where all the violence is.
That's just one take and means nothing in general. 300million and up living in the US, it's not an active warzone. It's still the most sought after destination and the one with most opportunities, and the one where using the word "DREAM" after the nation's name makes sense.
@@anneboyer6359 Yeah, most sought after by illegal alien parasites. There is a huge outflow in the US and Canada. We're replacing engineers and scientist with Starbuck's employees. It's only a matter of time before things seriously go to hell.
Wow!
I moved to Canada from Texas 7 years ago . I came here to get away from the violence against gays. I could finally breathe after 63 years. I love this beautiful country and its beautiful people.
Don't be violent. Don't be rude. Celebrate your culture by inviting your community to sample food, music, fashion, etc of your native homeland. Obey the law of this land. Volunteer. Pitch in and bring the best of your culture to Canada and all will be well.
Maybe tell that to the idiots running riots on the streets with their political agenda from abroad
Canadians are welcoming and generous except also do not like being taken advantage of or upstaged. This means if you are invited to someone's house you should bring something to contribute, such as a bottle of wine, but not so much to cause much attention on that bottle of wine. It is all about keeping balance. Also, respect is very important; you can talk about race, sex, religion, money and politics as long as you respect others for their situation.
The worst mistake is thinking that you are coming to Canada to live the life you had in your previous country instead of starting a new life in Canada.
You have to adapt to Canada. Canada is not going to change for you.
Starting a new life = burning your degrees, throw your experience in gutter, lower your level and don't dare say you know more than them. Even learn to throw a light switch the canadian way by taking admission and paying a hefty fee
@@redbaron9029 Sounds like you are talking about the Quebecois, who like the all those from that come from India and Mid East keep their old hatred and rivalries to Canada just so they fight same battles they say they left their country to come to Canada! After all if asked the Quebecois will not that say they are Canadian they are Quebecois like it is still 1763!! After all the Quebecois was fed this hatred by the Catholic Church who hated that Henry VIII told the pope to go phuck himself in the 1500's! The Quebecois love to hate all of those who are not them!
@@chiclett Amen
In Canada, women and men are equals. Never treat women as inferiors, that's a huge mistake! Also, if you get married in Québec, women keep their family name.
In Québec changing your name on marriage is very rare, but in many other parts of the country it's kind of half and half if people do or don't.
I'm Mahmoud--- living in Toronto almost 2 years. And alone..So I'm looking for my life pattern...if you kind enough please let me know...
It's not always true about the family name in Quebec though.
Size and population of Greater Vancouver area is much larger than Calgary, more than double. Travel and commute times can range from 30 mins to 2 hrs depending on time of day.
Montrealer here. You can send your kids to any school you can afford. If they're destined to be part of the elite (because you have a lot of money, or whatever), they'll fit right in. Just make sure you can afford all the years it'll take for them to graduate. Otherwise, the switch could be a bit rough on them.
If you drive, invest in winter tires, even if the province you're in don't make them mandatory. They sure are in Quebec, and they make a big difference while driving in snow.
Don't wear your winter clothes (big puffy jackets, knit hat and scarf, etc.) before winter. Get some in-between-seasons clothes (polar sweaters and jackets, long sleeves t-shirts, cotton scarfs, hiking boots, etc.) If you dress super warm while still in fall, you'll freeze come winter. You have to give your body a chance to acclimate itself to the lower temperature.
When buying clothes for winter, the secret to being warm is NOTHING TIGHT. Get a loose jacket, and boots you can move your toes in, with a good sole (no thin cute leather boots please, they are not for winter, just for show), and wear them with fluffy socks, no tight bands. Also, get mittens instead of gloves, much much warmer. And a loose tuque, or ear muffs with the hood of your jacket.
And get a pair of ice cleats, for those days when everything is covered in ice. Or learn to skate ! 😉
You guys are more than gold and silver, any time I watch your videos, I learn something new to my life.. Well done guys. Thank you so much.
Thank yo Igor your kind words guys!
In Québec, they love asking personal questions and telling others their whole lives. There seem to be different boustany standards here.
Don't flash your hi beams if going to pass somebody. flash them if you're letting someone into your lane and don't park in the fuel aisle! Pull forward
@@muninnseyes we flash our high beams here in north western Ontario when passing since I can remember and I’m 78 years old. Don’t know where you’re coming from. Fuel aisle? What the hell is that supposed to mean. If getting fuel,I need to park in the fuel lane. 😏🧐
@JohnNaturkach I'm a trucker, a lot of new Canadian truckers won't pull forward after fueling and block the fuel aisle. I'm from Winnipeg born and raised. My dad was born and raised in northern Ontario. I run Canada and U.S. including northern Ontario. As for the highbeams EVERYWHERE in North America don't flash your highbeams when you're gonna pass, when someone is passing you and when it's safe for them to change back into the lane you're in, then flash them. It's a courtesy. There's no need to flash when passing. you're allready in the passing lane. Also when a trucker blinks their markers that means thank you. Hope that helps.
@@muninnseyes In the late 1960’s, I used to travel back and forth from Atikokan to Fort Frances and Thunder Bay with my father in law who was a cop in Atikokan. I remember him telling me to flash my lights (at night) when I was about to pass someone. Right or wrong I wasn’t about to challenge him. But,those were the days,back then. Might have changed now.
Agree and being good at winter driving takes several years .Driving on ice is entirely different from driving on dry pavement.
@@kookamunga2458agreed, driving on ice is *not* intuitive, but it is easy to learn - invest in a lesson or two, to ease anxiety.
Your channels deserves more subscribers! Very informative and the two of you present it really well. Thanks for all your videos!
Thank you for the kind words
Have flew over some of your vids quickly (spontaneous interest about Canada) and many things sounds very similar to how its going in Germany.
No place is perfect it seems! Thanks for stopping by Nitram.
I live in Atlantic Canada and we normally have moderate Winters. We don't usually even have snow for Christmas. Winter normally starts in January. I have only had to shovel twice the last two Winters. Last Winter, it mostly rained because the temperature was usually too warm to snow. Still chilly, not many freezing days. When I was growing up in the 70s and 80s, we would wear a snowsuit for Halloween because it was so cold. Now, you are as likely to see kids wearing shorts.
It still would be cold for someone coming from a hot country, but someone from Iceland would probably find it mild.
I live in Alberta, and I have to say that you guys in Atlantic Canada are much nicer than Albertans. I think if I were moving to Canada, I'd move to the maritimes. I've been all over this country, so I know of what I speak.
If you’re not raised in Canadian winter you might not realize how important participating in winter sports are.
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Why do I also feel like skateboarding is also a sport for Canada next to california? 😭
only way to get rid of canadian winter depression?
Even most Canadians hate winter. Imagine living in Nordic countries in winter. Not so cold in winter but also not warm in summer. Too dark in winter but too bright in summer.
Plan for a sunbelt retirement.
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A few more tips for driving - 1. Outside of the large cities, cars almost always stop for pedestrians to cross the street, even if they aren't anywhere near a crosswalk. 2. We often blink our highbeams at oncoming cars to warn them of police doing radar ahead, especially from a hidden position, but be aware that although it's considered polite to the other drivers, the police won't appreciate it if they see you do it! and 3. Never let your gas/petrol get below a half tank in the winter, because if you slide into the ditch on a slippery day it can take several hours for a tow truck to come, and you will need to stay warm!
@JesusismyRock773 only for speeding as it's just a ticket/fine, not a crime... For drunk drivers a lot of Canadians will call 911 and report them, in fact that's how many of them get caught :)
Thanks!
Thank you!😊
We don’t tax food. We don’t tax roast of beef. We don’t tax broccoli be careful about wide sweeping statements. There are taxes on many things that’s how we pay for our healthcare and other benefits we enjoy. 53%? Nonsense, unless you’re ridiculously rich.
The tax numbers are a bit outdated by now, the most recent tax updates take the highest income bracket to 58% income tax in Quebec. As for grocery taxes, there's no tax on basic groceries, like fresh produce. You can check out a full list here: www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/publications/4-3/basic-groceries.html
Never be afraid to ask for directions. Canadians are happy to assist whenever they can and can explain if there is an easier route to your destination. Also ask about where to go for a place to eat or have a few drinks. Locals know all the best places.
The easiest way to estimate your net pay is to multiply the gross amount by .72 , Example: $100 x.72= $72 net salary. That takes into accounts most general salaries less regular and company deductions. If you make over 80K or so, the amount changes. When at work, you have to be friendly and smile at everyone who walks past you in the office, and always support the company propaganda about itself and be a "company man/woman" and be gung ho about your job. You don't actually have to be good at it, you just have to have the right attitude, that's all that matters in Canada, LOL.
Correct- appearances are everything here!
For mathematicians like me, there's gotta be a better algorithm than that.
@@Grassmpl Agreed. It's a terrible system for high-talent independent-thinking introverted individuals. I have left a lot of jobs because of exactly this.
love you two, sassy , witty and oh so honest!
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We're polite and nice until we're taken advantage of or treated like an idiot! Kindness is important, but doing what's morally right is more important to me personally! So if that means me speaking up or calling out bs when I see it, I will! I do believe in giving each person their own clean slate. I adjust according to the person! That just means I don't assume anything about a person based on race, the job they have, the car they drive, how they look, the clothes they wear. Those things have no bearing on how I choose friends! It's all about the content of one's character! I do keep to myself most of the time but strive to be kind and polite when I'm around others! But everyone is different. You will run into aholes anywhere you go! Canada is NO EXCEPTION. You have to be careful still about how you move. For example as an indigenous woman I don't go out alone after dark. You can't just trust anyone and leave yourself vulnerable because you never known what someone's intentions are. You can find people that are so unkind. You can also find some of the nicest people in the world here. I imagine the same can be said about any country. Our government certainly doesn't represent us personally. We all have our own personalities and lives! And I don't judge others based on their race religion or their government at home! When I was a kid there was no shortage of people letting me know I'd never amount to anything. So yeah you can find aholes anywhere you go! Please don't leave yourself vulnerable and assume everyone here has good intentions! Especially if you travel alone! We still have a lot of issues you probably never heard of! You have to be careful anywhere you go! ❤
Thanks for sharing!
The 3 biggest cities are:
Toronto
Montreal
Vancouver...not Calgary :)
Thank you, I literally googled the population of Calgary and Van like, there's no way Gary is bigger than Van
I was looking precisely to say the same thing! Lol
Vancouver proper population is ~680k. Calgary city population is ~1.3M
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vancouver
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calgary
A few other pointers for immigrants:
- don't blow your noses in public washbasins. Canadians find this disgusting.
- sit on toilet seats, don't stand on them - you'll probably miss.
- Wear proper swimwear in public pools. Saris and other full-body wear whose cleanliness may be suspect are not appreciated. Canadians will be too polite to point this out to you.
Hope this helps.
Thank yo for those tips! Very useful!
Who would even do that?
Didnt know a bikini's or swimsuit's cleanliness can never be as suspect as a saree's... thanks for the enlightenment. Will wash my sarees in acid from now on
@@neilwadden1749 😃
Seriously ... whats more disgusting... blowing your nose into the drainage system where it belongs or blowing all that snot into a hankercheif, folding it in ur pocket n walking around with it all day long? Cuz we immigrants find that disgusting :)
Guys, when you say the 3 largest cities in Canada, that should be Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver, the greater Vancouver area has more than 2.5M inhabitants.
Thanks, noted! I think we’ve looked at the city proper for population counts here.
@@MakeThatChangesince most cities have a much wider range than the town's limit, I guess it is easy to make the mistake, but Calgary is still pretty far behind the other metropolises. Montreal was the 1st for a long time, then Toronto got ahead with the digging of the maritime channel that allowed businesses to reach farther inland. Eventually Vancouver grew rather fast with Asian immigration but so far didn't beat Montreal yet, and finally only this century Calgary reached the million in population and joined the ranks of a real metropolis but it's so recent that they still have some growth to do to reach the others' level!
We were referring to the city, not metro area. How each city defines their metro area is a separate interesting topic
@@MakeThatChange But that is not how cities are experienced in everyday life, or how we think of our cities. The city boundaries are important for the municipalities, but, for example, young people commuting from Burnaby to University of British Columbia for their classes do not think they are travelling to a different city! Greater Vancouver is indeed all one city for all purposes except municipalities.
Very good video, I wish I knew it all in 2014! Taxes, OMG this was such a nasty surprise when my grocery bill was higher than what I saw on a price tag. Funny that a lot of this is true in Switzerland as well. Switzerland hates overachievers but values team work. Always respect your team, help and be polite are absolute dealbreakers. Other aspects of cultural norm also works. Remember how Canadians were closed when it comes to personal topics, Swiss people are reserved and it takes time to get closer to them but they can also been direct when it comes to a civil state, at least this happened to me.
Funny fact: when I arrived in Switzerland I had Canadian views of a distance and annoyed people by saying 80km is close, but when I explained I used to live in Canada they understand I need time to adjust.
I lived 5yrs in Toronto and never get issues with winter, but I hate summer heat not winter.
I can relate to the summer heat! Just blazing sunshine, +30 C for weeks on end. I spend all my time watering the garden.. some ppl love it!!
@@anneballantyne3766 precisely, I hate summer for heat waves. Spring and fall are much better.
Great Video!! I love the way Canadians are so considerate ... a breath of fresh air 💚🙏
Winter, oh yes, be prepared.
At the start of winter add blankets or sleeping bags to your car. Carry extra food and drinks.
Mainly outside of GTA however if you are travelling any major highway, accidents occur where you may sit for several hours. Not common, but it does happen. Or you could slide off the road, more so in the country, and no one can see you from the road.
A man slid off the road just east of Oshawa. It took a week before a train driver saw the car. He had died.
Also carry a couple of flashlights. You may need to assist others. Definitely have snow tires.
Beautiful video! One other thing, along with "sorry“ we never forget to say "please“ and "thank you"! If you ask for anything (like asking for help, or ordering off a menu at a restaurant) and don‘t say either of those things, that‘s considered rude, too! :) Usually if you‘re new here, we‘ll understand, but I think it’s so important to say "sorry, please, and, thank you" here because we‘re always just trying to keep a positive attitude and make others feel comfortable xD Example, if you say "Can you get me that…“ instead of "Can you please/can you get me that…please" it‘s considered entitled and demanding rather than polite and in need. Anywho! Canada is a beautiful place, I hope you enjoy it! :)
Here's one: don't talk about how much better your home country is compared to Canada. Also, if you love your home country so much, why are you here?
The Quebecois still talk about France like they just came to Canada yesterday not having lived in Canada for centuries! They will tell you how much more sophisticated France is compared to Anglo world! You will be told you cannot know Quebecois history as it is not written in English! just like the state of Virginia could not have celebrated being 400 years old in 2007 as Quebec did not celebrate 400 years until 2008!
@ffmann461 I just saw a cartoon where English Canadians are so sweet and nice to people from other countries and turn into man-eating monsters when it comes to us quebecois and also I've lived in Quebec my whole life and never heard any of those things
@@MicaOShea-oe7ir I think you are a victim of not not seeing the forest for the trees! The Quebecois are one of the most rudest people one can encounter! Most of all if you do not speak their sacred obsolete French from before 1760! If a movie is made in France in French it has to be dubbed into Quebecois French or it will not be understood in Quebec! I can recall going into a Jean Coutu in Montreal for a Styrofoam ice chest! Having to ask 10 different employees, some who said they no speak anglais and others who said they didn't understand what Styrofoam was! Finally got an employee who yes there are some over the display for Jean Babtiste Day! It was also interesting to learn that Styrofoam is called styromousse! Just shows how those Quebecois employees were just playing stupid! Least I hope they were only playing stupid! There are those who say OH you cannot know real Quebecois history as it only written in French! Or the guy who said to me online that would beat up me for saying that Virginia celebrated being 400 years old in 2007. He said it's impossible for that to happen as Quebec City would not be 400 until 2008! There was no way someplace in the US could celebrated being 400 years old before Quebec! These barely scratch the surface on how rude and condescending many Quebecois can be! I know someone who moved to Quebec took his French classes and got a job teaching scuba! He gave up moved as those he was teaching, whine moaned and complained he spoke French with an accent! I guess some of them never listen to how they mangle English when they speak! Such as Foreign Minister Joly does! She speaks English like a third rate Insp. Clouseau!
Excellent video team, I've watched this one several times and continues to resonate. Doing well in Canada comes down to basic respect and manners. That can't be too hard? Thanks again - Cheers.
It doesn't always snow in Vancouver; some years like the last 2 years we had NO snow at all. But yes, it still gets cold and sometimes icy so make sure you have a winter coat, mittens or gloves and boots. Ear muffs are used by some while others wear a warm hat and sometimes there's a hat attached to your coat so that makes it easier. Stock up on either regular table salt or you can buy a heavier type of salt especially used to sprinkle where you want the ice to melt; like your driveway. Your car will need winter tires too and the guys at any gas station can put them on for you for a reasonable price while you wait. I'd also recommend buying a heating pad for your bed....one that covers the entire bed....it's just oh so nice to turn it on to high a while before climbing in; it feels like heaven and you'll be asleep real fast. When there's 2 people in a bed they can each adjust their side to whatever the degree of heat they want. Good night.......
I’m from Victoria same climate as Vancouver with much less air pollution. With the humidity and wind and rain during winter +5 degrees feels worse than the -20 I experienced growing up in Manitoba. In Manitoba it’s a dry cold in the winter and a pair of long underwear tops and bottoms, with a extra sweater under your parka and ski pants you will feel warm, but the humidity rain and wind in the cold evenings in Victoria cuts through your layers of clothes like a knife and you will always feel cold especially near the ocean with its cold breeze of just a few degrees above zero.
Over thirty years ago I worked with a recent immigrant from Iran. Pulled over for speeding he argued with the cop. In Iran, you argue with the cops and tell them how important you are and how the cop will get in trouble for harrassing you. It went as you might expect. I explained that in Canada we thank the officer for the ticket and they generally lower the speed you're charged with.
Very nice video .. wish I had seen it way b4 …. Canadian culture once u explained it is so good .. something I always wanted .. but I carried my same mentality that worked in my prev jobs and really got ghosted in the new work place
…now I get to know why after seeeing ur video
Don’t underestimate the weather in summer. We also have hot summers. Some people assume that it is always winter in Canada.
Love watching this as a Canadian. Another big tip : Communities watch out for each other. Especially children. Respect speed limits in residential areas and take those CHILDREN PLAYING signs seriously. - Bonus tip - Always THANK your driver's. Bus drivers, taxi and Uber drivers etc. It's polite and you'll notice a lot of Canadians do it. ❤
Thank you for adding this!
This is so interesting! Thanks! I was raised in Canada by European parents and sometimes I don’t know what part of me is Canadian and what is my culture!
It's an exaggeration to say that Canadians are all collectivist. That's true for certain regions, say Quebec and the Maritime provinces, but less so for Ontario and the Western provinces. Even amongst the general population, it depends on one's ideological leaning, as in leftwing (socialist) vs more right-wing (capitalist). Canadians are diverse ideologically as well as racially/ethnically. I suspect ypur perceptions about Canada are somewhat influenced by the fact that you've spent most of your time in large urban centres like Toronto and Montreal, which tend to be quite leftist politically compared to more conservative regions like Southwestern Ontario and the West.
There’s so much of Canada still to discover!
@@MakeThatChange Just watched your video about 13 lessons immigration taught you. Now, that's more like it! Very perceptive. Very good. Just curious, my apologies in advance if im prying, but are Anna and Anastasia a couple?
True. However, where Americans are rugged individualists, there is a tradition within Canada of 'peace, order and good government' (of course, moderated by personal beliefs and values)
Canadian political leanings follow a similar pattern to other countries; high cost of living areas, the big cities, usually have a higher IQ to meet the job requirements, and they also tend to vote middle to a left. Areas where work doesn’t require advanced education will vote more to the right. Usually lower IQ’s are found in rural areas, on average.
@@MK-cc5ve You are saying people in rural areas have lower IQ's? I would wager the IQ levels do not vary significantly from region to region. Education levels maybe, but not intelligence.
As a Canadian, I really like this video! It's mostly really accurate and I think you describe a lot of the traditional Canadian social norms better than I could have. I suppose it's just so normal to me that, particularly growing up, I didn't really consider how or why our social cues and behaviours could be seen from an "outsider's" perspective. However, in a big city these days, there are so many people from all over the world here that it really has become a melting pot of different cultures and social norms and ways of acting/talking in public that you really don't know what to expect! I think it's great, keeps you on your toes.
Note: winter driving is the worst in Vancouver as snowfall happens, but it's so infrequent that winter driving skills become rusty or people never properly develop them at all. Practically everywhere else people are more skilled at winter driving. As well, a "Canadian sorry" is enshrined in law. That is, an apology is not considered an admission of guilt legally speaking.
A Canadian "Sorry", is often followed by a "But". "Sorry!, but your wrong". "Sorry!, but your an ass".
@@chrisgraham2904 That's not a "Canadian sorry". For example, an actual Canadian Sorry would be: sorry to correct you. Americans do that all the time so maybe that's what you are used to? In fact, any phrase that incorporates "but" in this fashion simply negates the fist part. For example, sorry, but I'm not sorry.
A real "Canadian sorry" is either if, say, someone bumps into you and you apologise. Or else you are sorry about the situation and expressing sympathy but are not taking personal responsibility or admitting fault. The "Canadian Sorry" enshrined in law refers mostly to the latter case.
I hope this helps.
@@helbent4 LOL You just proved my point saying" "Sorry to correct you! I hope this helps". Same as saying: "Sorry! BUT, you needed to be corrected".
@@chrisgraham2904 As another example: I'm sorry you feel that way. Also, I'm sorry that you keep getting it wrong because it makes you look foolish, and I am genuinely sorry that you keep embarrassing yourself.
I hope this further clarifies the correct use of the "Canadian sorry". Please keep trying!
@@helbent4 I will keep trying. lol. "I'm sorry you feel that way" is another way of saying: "I'm sorry you feel that way, BUT I don't feel that way". "I'm sorry, BUT you keep getting it wrong". "I'm genuinely sorry, BUT you keep embarrassing yourself".
Want to fit in? Always complain about the weather, it doesn’t matter what the weather actually is because it’s always too cold, hot rainy, dry, dark, overcast and even too sunny! 😂😂 Be nice, ask questions, share you different experiences, smile as much as you can handle, be patient and always try to look at the bright side!
I think most of this must apply in other parts of Canada, Ive lived in Ottawa for 10 yrs now and never met more rude people. They dont want to get to know you, they dont want you talking to them, they dont want to follow up on anything they say, over and over ive been told people would come over and they never do. even after making plans, they still no show you. Im From Texas, and ITs way more friendlier there.
born and raised in BC. I would never live in Ontario. The further west you go the better the people!
This jives with my experience too. I've spent a lot of time in the States, and found Americans very nice people.
I've had American friends come to visit Canada, and they were shocked at how impolite we are compared to what they expected.
@@laurieclark9078Bull!
Perhaps you haven't picked up on the concept that Ottawa people are being polite by not intruding. They probably think you're a bit rude for being so forward with them. You'll often see this in government cities everywhere.
Your social habits come from a different set of assumptions about what constitutes polite behavior. That's fine, but when in Rome...
Which is really more likely, that Ottawa people are misattuned to you, or that you're misattuned to them?
I am older , 60, and I would fit in Canada perfectly.
You forgot dont poop on the beach😅
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There are places where people do this? 😨
Who do that@@MakeThatChange
When walking as a group on the sidewalk, the polite thing to do is keep to your half when passing others. Do not expect them to have to step off the sidewalk to accommodate you - this is a common behaviour among certain ethnicities, you know who you are, there is no caste system here.
As a Canadian, I'm really embarrassed by all the hateful, aggressive, bigoted, and just nasty comments here. trumpism north.
Try and be a good person.....period.
Canada is a huge country with many variables in taxes, climate and culture. In southern Ontario I shovel the driveway about 4 times a winter. Winter is mild now compared to the 60's.
I try and aviod processed foods that are taxed as opposed to most groceries that are not taxed.
Health Care has gone downhill in the last 25 years.
But, no one goes broke paying hospital bills. Fortunately health care where I live is very good. No wate times or problems. But, it would be great if nurses and doctors came to Canada!!!
Thank you for this. 🙏
Hey I’m Canadian born and raised and I like your video.
The person below me mentioned Canadians don’t like winners or ambition and I don’t think that’s true, it depends upon the attitude that winner has, are they an arrogant boastful bragger if so then we will be like STFU! Some provinces are more difficult than other to advance because of the socio-political construct purposely put into place. Each province has its own flavour, querks and perks. But it’s true we Canadians do not care for know it alls at all, be humble and if you are winning all the time, good for you don’t brag about it and sing your own praises.
As per your chart, gst tax is not an extra 7% or greater, it is 5% or greater: (some provinces have more bureaucracy, socialism, and civil servants, so taxes are higher there).
11%
Il y a la taxe fédérale PLUS la taxe provinciale, TPS + TVQ, pour le Québec, par exemple.
Many Canadian cities, particularly in the prairies are very car-dependent, with little public transportation or bicycle infrastructure relative to other countries. This is what causes the long commute times, because congestion is terrible and it slows down public transportation. In cities with poor bicycle infrastructure, it can be very dangerous to bike ride, as bicyclists have to share the road, and are expected to follow rules that regularly kill bicyclists (for example crossing several lanes with vehicles going double the speed to take a left turn). As a result, many motorists do not respect bicyclists they might perceive as slowing down traffic, and many bicyclists do not respect the rules and lack of infrastructure that put them in danger.
4:43 my goodness, I grew up as a “gifted” child in the US and this was never taught
It’s changed over time. I’m gifted, as are my two kids. (Both kids also have challenges- one has vision problems, the other a fine motor delay). So was my Grandmother and Father. My Grandmother graduated high school at 12, my father at 14. I skipped a grade, and struggled because I was immature. Both of my kids were at normal public school. They had a once weekly gifted class, to connect with other kids in elementary school, but other than that, regular school it is. Schools are moving to ‘universal design’, with goals like ‘Develop a passion for learning’, and ‘emotional awareness and regulation’, ‘persistence’, ‘growth mindset’, etc. I’m sure most Americans would consider it terribly ‘woke’, but it’s worked really well for my kids. There’s MUCH more focus of soft skills- because you can learn history whenever you want, but learning empathy or how to collaborate is much harder to learn as an adult!
What about Canadians vs quebecers, I feel they’re pretty different as well. Great vid btw
it is worth mentioning that there are plenty cultural differences between two "nations"
@Greg LeJacques the fact they’ve been crying for independence makes it less so. Never heard Shanghai wanting independence.
@Greg LeJacques what? 😂
they're actually very friendly people and honest
and trusting !!! probably more canadian than the rest of us
@Lni Lin over the past year, I have heard much unhappiness and yearning from Alberta. Quebec has been absolutely silent about independence
I live in Alberta and we get weather in the winter that can hit -40⁰c without the wind. Also Alberta can be extremely dry.
Good points & advice ladies.
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You made some very good points.
glad they resonated with you!
Thank you for your channel and videos. I am planning my move to Canada, and was nervous about moving to a new place, and these are super-helpful.
Glad they're useful for you Abhi
Depends where you chose to live in Canada ,she lives in Toronto ,which doesn't speak for all of Canada .
Don’t move to Canada !
@@neilwadden1749 why not ,it's a great place to live, depending on where you chose of course.
Past Ontario is mostly Canada's energy sector where everybody goes to work,they hate Trudeau 😆.
Quebec is the armpit of Canada and east of Quebec is where most of the seafood comes from ,also hard working who hate Quebec 😆
@@Procyon-j7e ok sure. You need a minimum of about 6,000cad/ month to live in Canada. Good luck 👍
Don't spit in public ever! Don't wear your shoes in the house
"Canadians are the nicest people". No. I would not call them rude. But "nicest" isn't word to apply here. They are not nice, they are reserved. When I lived in Canada I socialized with a lot of different people but all of them were immigrants from various countries (including the US). None of them were Canadian Canadians.
Rudest, uncultured people I have every met and I traveled the world before ending up here.
I implore you, who exactly are "Canadian Canadians"?
If U hate CANADA, vote trudough
@@animeoniichan117people born in Canada.
@@mandelishyou obviously haven’t been to the US.
Excellent overview. Good Job😄
Glad you liked it!
I can sum up this entire video in just 4 words:
Don't be a Dick.
But isn't this the same expectation everywhere else?
Not at all, people have different definitions of what being a sick actually means
Another thing to consider is to not argue with the police. In a traffic stop, you will usually do much better if you are polite, compliant and apologetic. They can breathalize you any time they want- no probable cause required! Yes, you have rights, and if your rights are trampled on, argue it in court, not on the roadside. If you’re drunk, and they tell you to go home- do it. NEVER attempt to bribe a police officer (or other official)- EVER.
When dealing with officials, or difficult customer situations, getting loud and argumentative will make them less likely to help you. Being humble, asking for genuine help will get you much further. Persistence is okay, but remain quiet and polite about it. “I’m sorry, but I just can’t seem to get this done. I’ve done what I thought was right, but it isn’t working. Can you please help me solve this? I’m really stuck.”
Great points. Thank you for sharing.
Is a good and real country and I have been dreeming about these super things. Thank you for up loading videos. I am trying to my dream come ture in Canada.
Wishing all the best with your journey🤗
Be careful by our dream could become a nightmare
Research before you do anything. There are channels on youtube where newcomers discuss their life here. This will give you idea how it is here. Take a note most of those videos are titled : WHy I left Canada.
They don't listen because not many people tell the truth for various reasons. Most of them are ashamed that they got duped for canada has a wonderful marketing around the world and this immigration officer will not tell you the truth how your life will look like. They need newcomers to pay heavily for those endless application forms, they need them to lose their life savings here, they need them to do dirty menial jobs no canadian want to do and they want to lure you into getting courses university (here these are business organizations be aware) or other promising that these will help with your career. Universities here have a wonderful marketing too. When they suck life off you they will discard you like a used chewing gum. Consider that a canadian permanent resident is not permanent and even canadian citizenship is not permanent. Try to get in trouble with law they will discard you like bad stepmother their stepchild for misbehaving. I never do anything against the law but jails are for that not ripping of citizenship and kicking out of a country. Canada requires immigrants to be good while immigrants here are treated like trash. Since you will be ashamed to go back to your country so chewed up you will stay and live a miserable life. If you make it here you will experience even more hate. Exp. I heart in children's playground that immigrants should not wear brand name shoes. The person purposefully came to me supposedly friendly to tell me that. Imagine. I experience it all time time. I heard even that government gave me my house because supposedly this cheap, predatory government give gifts to immigrants taking stuff of canadians. I mean legitimate canadians people who came here earlier ... So talk my friend so people don't get fooled into misery. @@richardramfire3971
We cope very well with sudden snowfall here on the Prairies. Just not in Vancouver or southern Ontario.
Agreed. I was thinking that, her remark was a bit off base.
I don’t think have of these u tubers know of prairie life unless u live or lived here. Where I’m from the part about not being to personal or upfront doesn’t apply where l live. People will tell u exactly what is on their mind we don’t worry about your feelings as they are your feelings. And l can’t change how u feel. I would say Alberta and Sask are more alike Manitoba unfortunately has become much like Ontario imo. I’ve been all over this massive country from moment to the other, other than the very far north l can not say anything because l have never been there. So l have no knowledge of it so l say nothing. I love my province and my city people are wonderful here but it is also very clicky just like other small cities even the larger ones are too. There are somethings l would disagree with but that’s what a great about Canada u can disagree with someone and still be pals. And personally western and eastern people are two very different cultures again imo. Cheers!
Calgary is special: they can go from short-sleeve weather to snow boots in an afternoon, hence the stash of winter gear in the trunk. And some areas of Canada may not get to practice winter driving often, so traffic gets anxious and snarled with snowfall. Listen to weather and traffic reports until you get a feel for your area!
Before moving to Canada I hired an English profesor for private classes. On the last class he gave two pieces of advice for when I arrive:
1- Get on the line
2- Act like the monkeys
The first means to wait for your opportunity not rushing to conclusions on why you are not getting what you believe you deserve.
The second, instead of trying to do things your way, look at what others do and imitate them.
If you are not willing to do these, you better stay home.
Great tips!
I really recommend choosing to pay your utility bill in equal payments. Utility bills are less in the summer so you could get a surprise expense in the winter. You might have to contact your utility company to start an equal payment plan. Keep in mind that there still might be an amount left over at the end of the year.
Or instead of overpaying during summer months you could put the extra into savings or investments, this way money can bring profit instead of lying in hydro company account
@MakeThatChange The equal payment plan is offered by the hydro company. I'm in BC and I have that plan so I pay the same amount every month so I don't get big bills for heat in the winter. I'm from Peterborough Ontario but I can't remember if they offer it there. I avoid lying as often as possible.
CPP and EI aren’t taxes and that online calculator shouldn’t describe it as such.
Thanks for noting that
Its generalising..eg not be close to someone or touch Québec is warmer but of course if you know the person
Don't drive if you have no licenses. Stop buying houses. You don't need to live off others' income. Go to the bathroom to poop.
I lived in Canada all my life and still under dressed enough to experience hypothermia. I was so cold my tongue went numb and I lost the ability to speak clearly.
10:30 "... some provinces don't even make it mandatory to wear winter tires." -- No province requires people to wear winter tires, though some require people to put winter tires on their cars for the winter.
In the province of Québec you must have winter tires starting as dec. 1st
Don't be such a smart ass. You know what she meant.
putting in my place, love, friendship
I am from India. I remember queuing up at the Netherlands Embassy in 2003 to get a visa. This was opposite to the Canadian Embassy and the queue there was astonishing. Most were Punjabis and after some time the people in my queue started joking that Punjabis were going to colonize Canada. That is not far from the truth.
You do realize that the Chinese attacking India were trained in Canada by trudeaus invitation 🙄 he's evil.
It's true! I think there's more of them than whites, natives and blacks combined now. At least in southern Ontario it's that way! Our bus systems are all messed up now because there's so many heading to the college! Heck I had to have an English 12 to get in. Not sure how it works now. But yeah. An English 9 10 11 was not enough. No exceptions! And I'd struggle learning in a foreign language! Not sure how much information I'd retain if I didn't understand what I was reading. And a lot of us got rid of our homephones because they call the house 30times a day with all kinds of scams trying to rip us off. The most popular scam is the grandparent scam where they target seniors and pretend to represent a loved one in trouble and demand money. Sometimes they'll even send someone to their home to pick up cash on the ground. Not always gift cards! And we don't have the housing! I've never in my life seen so many homeless people! When the last of the baby boomers pass, the white and indigenous populations will dwindle away! You can already see it! And our population sign here hasn't changed in over 20yrs. I can guarantee it's double that now. For whatever reason they just never got around to adjusting the signage!
Not it isn't far from the truth.
What were dealing with now...
Don't drive around town at 34km/h in 50 zones!!!!
Even in warm months on empty roads. Infuriating.
once in 2015 i went to vancouver and on the connection in Toronto from Rio de Janeiro I decided to go outside to see snow for the first time with just a GAP hood... never felt so cold! I thought I was dying rs... took a selfie in the snow though...
The worst thing that can happen if you have an accident with a cyclist is not a lawsuit... come on, what kind of disregard for a human life is that? You can actually take somebody's life if you are not paying attention, surprising right? An accident could be caused by both the car driver or the cyclist but you kind of imply it's the cyclists who are always unpredictable. Also, don't forget a lot of newcomers opt for a bicycle since they can't afford a car right away and the public transportation in some cities is just terrible.
You’re right
TBH, I was born in Ontario and I didn't know about that income tax calculator that you showed. I just know that sometimes it's better to make less...
Thank u both for given us your experience
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When you tip , subtract 15% of the total before calculating the tip , otherwise you will be tipping the government
great tip!
he means that the total bill, in this case $40 contains both real price + 15% tax.
Alain's suggestion is to calculate tip NOT on $40 but on $40 minus 15% tax -> $44. This essentially represents the true value of the restaurant bill.
The tip for the server should be $44 * 15% ( assuming you're willing to give the 15% tip) ~ $7
Yes, be aware of restaurants that automatically add the tip of 15% or 20% onto the payment machine when paying by debit or credit card. The tip should be only applied to the food value and not the government H.S.T.
Yes canada does have taxes as does sweden denmark great britain france
From Wisconsin and Minnesota US - this feels eerily familiar ;)
This was SO accurate its crazy. The canadians are indirect because they do not want to be rude 100% spot on.
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No, it's because most Canadians are passive-aggressive and come across as polite and apologetic even when they don't mean it in order to avoid confrontation.
@@terryomalley1974 true story!
@@MakeThatChange Personally, as a born and raised Canadian who loves his country but tries to be objective about it, I think the Canadian "niceness/politeness" stereotype is part and parcel of the ambivalent and complicated relationship we have with our boisterous larger neighbour, the US. Because we're so frequently confused with Americans when traveling internationally, but at the same time often feel overshadowed by the US, Canadians tend to go out of their way to emphasize the ways we are different from Americans. Generally speaking, Americans are very direct and opinionated; consequently, Canadians try to be the opposite: modest and inoffensive. Of course, these are generalizations. Living in a border town, I've met many Americans who are not loud nor obnoxious. Conversely, I've also met many Canadians who are loud and opinionated. I, myself, have even been described as such by some of my compatriots, lol.
Personally, I think that many Canadians tend to exaggerate the differences between us and Americans, while Americans often overlook or downplay those same differences. In short, it's the "narcissism of small differences." This tendency is common whenever two nations coexist in close proximity and share a similar culture, but where there's a significant size and power difference. For example, Australia and New Zealand; Germany and Austria; or England and Wales.
@@terryomalley1974 true they are passive agressive its so yikes
9:30 Fun fact: I live in Detroit and it’s much much less expensive to fly to Europe from Toronto than it is from Detroit Metro Airport.
That's weird. Thousands of Torontonians rent a car and drive to Buffalo, N.Y. to fly out to international destinations. Even with the exchange rate, Canadians save about 30%, rather than flying out of Toronto.
Learn being nice but keep your distance while keeping open mind is an art to me, but this is a must learn....
Sounds about right!
Do you really think that people who come here need classes in niceness? Where have they been before they end up here. Is it the only place where niceness is valued? Travel more ...you will be surprised that there are places in this world where people are actually kind to each other. Recommend - Europe.