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Lynn there is a story in Tuko of another child who has been killed in school. Please please let us come together to help this lady get justice

Lynn this is half baked journalism. To make conclusions from 4 tik tok videos is a lazy way to create your content. The best way to bring out a correct version of a story you must talk to people on the ground.

Love you show. Love your spirit. Welcome to Canadia.. I hope you find a variety of stories to tell us.

These stories are not a true and fair representation of what is happening.There are also people who give negative messages for others to be discouraged and abandon their dream of living abroad.

The percentage of those who have been successful is comparatively lower than those who are struggling financially and mentally. We have success stories but those coming to Canada today or in the recent past are having a very tough time to settle and make a decent living. Let’s be honest. Canada is not easy to live in

Hi Lynn, this is a very interesting conversation. I moved to Canada in 2003 went to college and became a nurse. First of all it was not easy paying for college I was lucky that husband was supporting with the bills as I went to school. So I would say that I have skills that are very marketable. Our combined family income was over $100,000 CAN. We mortgaged our first home which was very basic for a LOT of money. We had our kids and we had to struggle with childcare as most young families do. By North American standard, we were doing good. We each had a good car ( loaned), we made trips to Kenya every so often but in 2016 we decided we wanted to move back home and we sold our home and we did. I HAVE NO REGRETS. There were several things that made us reach our decision. First, I truly believe that for the Canadian system to work as it does, it has to entrap its residents. Even after 10 years of work we did not have money in the bank. Everything we owned really belonged to the bank. The light bulb moment for me came when I evaluated my net worth. A primary school teacher in Kenya after 10 years of work with good financial management will own a plot, a simple house and will start to invest for retirement. After 10 years of work, there wasn't much in the account, our house would need 25 years to finish paying mortgage and to be honest there wasn't much to show for those years of work. Quality of life really sucks the amount of stress will definitely send you to the grave sooner. This is the case for most first generation immigrants. You might say you are sacrificing and building a future for your children but, my observation was since our diaspora children have not grown in Kenya to see the need for money and what life really looks like without the comforts they are used to, they do not have the same drive as the parents so they often do not excel they are just ordinary. There is also the struggle of growing up as a minority group. A lot of our children because they are seeking acceptance will struggle with self esteem, will have depression or will join the LGBTQ community where they get sense of belonging regardless of their colour. The morals are also different from their parents and they are shaped by the society they grow up in. When I looked at what my life would look like if we kept living there, lets say we eventually pay off our mortgage, when we are old and requiring care, our children will not be able to support themselves and support us because they have to work to sustain themselves so we would to move to assisted living or nursing homes. The cost of senior care is not covered by the government unless you have no money. so we have to sell out home which would be old and outdated but still very expensive and we would have to pay $5000-$10000 per month depending on the type of care we need. so as you can see if we ended in a nursing home for 5 years we will have depleted all the money we made from the sale of our home. So by the time we die, we would not have money to leave for our children. So we worked really hard, supported the economy, and die leaving not much at all for our children, we sacrificed our quality of life, and ended up with children who don't think much of themselves or have very distorted morals. I still remember in my mind as we drove to the airport on our way back to Kenya, I thought of the story of Lot. He was pretty successful in Sodom but I'm very sure on his death bed he had lots of regrets why he ever went there. I know its tough being in Kenya but if you have a job or any way to make ends meet, be like Abraham. God will bless you regardless of whether you are in the dessert.

My humble opinion: this is one guy, whose story hasn't even been confirmed yet. People need to not jump into conclusions. I know a Kenyan in Canada doing care jobs and making close to 10k per day when you include overtime. Which job in kenya (formal or informal) is going to pay you even 5k per day without selling your soul to the devil? Once I see scientific research from a reputable source with clear evidence and data that moving to Canada for work is a bad idea, I'll be convinced.

When you immigrate, to get any Govt service like a Driving License, School admission, and even a job, you need a social security/insurance number. That number is pegged on your entry visa. If you are a visitor, you have to convince the Govt why they should let you work? If you are a student, it is limited the number of hours you work. Any employer is obligated to employ only those with credentials. If you are coming for work, like Nurses do, employers will have done your paperwork. Green cards are one legal way to immigrate. If you have legal papers, you make your way around without issues. Cost of living varies on location. As for skills, you need them, get them over time. There are good and bad stories, even locals who mess up end up in crap like an illegal immigrant would.

Let people follow Joyce K Nurse Canada a content creator and Kenyan-canadian and she's always telling people the truth and what to do to get your way out. She has also reacted like an hour ago with the same story and she has great knowledge and people learn alot from her. And also people, do your due diligence, there is a lot on the internet to learn and you will know what next

Am in Canada ?? for more than 10yrs but theres more to this stories(elephant ? inthe room) that Kenyans because thats what i know that they are not saying out loud.

It's not a trap, all depends, same situation is happening in USA, all over. but at the same time alot of successful stories from Kenyans here in Canada, i have lived in US and Canada i can confirm that it depends on individual and even the choices they make.

Some centuries ago in England villagers use to be told that the streets of London were paved with gold and all one needed to do was get to London and become rich. Many swallowed the story and were bitterly disappointed when they got to London.

Note that they skip over WHY his Refugee claim was refused. Pretty important part of the story here.

Reading through the comments becomes depressing when you realise maybe 1% of viewing adults actually understand what is important about these stories. People nowadays have a lot of opinions but seem to be completely lacking of any maturity.

I love your story

Please remember to share your success story when you get there in Canada. It will surely comes .You are a great and strong African woman who has just taken a calculated risk.

You are just making up stories .no one can stay in canada illegally. It may be a foolish word from a immigration officer.

Maza aaya. Very genuine story. The lady is so resilient

I have had a home base in Toronto for the last 20 years, traveling almost consistently for work until covid hit. While I am not a fan of the city tbh, I have stuck it out there this whole time as I have not been able to figure out where else in Canada I'd rather live. The way things have gone in the last little while however, I'm now making plans to leave Canada altogether. Even though I am unaffected by high housing costs as I've owned a home in the city, the general cost of living across Canada is now extortionate for what you get. Toronto was fine for me to use as a base for my traveling lifestyle in the past, but with crappy weather much of the year, a left leaning electorate that keeps voting ultra woke politicians at all levels of government, the now increased cost of living there is no longer worth it to me. I'm headed for the exit. All this said, I don't feel that your coverage about crime in the city was balanced. Yes the news stories you used actually did happen, but I do not feel unsafe in the city. A handful of incidents in a city with the population of Toronto - this is a blip.

India and it's spy agencies are terrorists, end of story

Alina: Flip the story on its head. If not Toronto, and relying on your very extensive experience in so many places, make up a list of where you think people should come. Now Canadians might not consider anywhere but Canada, so it could be a Canadian list. But a more interesting list would pit Canadian locations against the world. Realizing you haven't been just everywhere, it would be an interesting list within your experience. You said good things about Singapore and Bali. If you have the time or energy, rate the top places (including Japan) you've stayed in.

Without knowing the full reason, just watching the video doesn't mean a person could be wrong. There must be a different scenario that's why this incident occurred. He is the govt official of the Indian embassy in NY, no way an embassy officer would behave like this, there must be a different story and have just showed the video of him only and no real reason

Canada forgot the Kanishka Bombing where 220+ canadians were killed including 80+ children. It was the worst attack on Canadian soil and trudeau's dad botched up the investigation. India had sent every possible evidence to put the mastermind behind the bars 3 years before the bombing took place but Canada did not act just like Canada is doing now. Same old story. Someone has to make sure that the same incidents don't repeat if Canada acts like a spineless nation.

Very sad story

I am so happy to be able to live, in my language and in my culture, in the magnificent city of Quebec. I'm not rich, but I have a magnificent three-story residence there in a beautiful neighborhood where vegetation abounds, where crime is almost non-existent, and above all where my daughter also lives with my grandson!\nIt would never occur to me to move to Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver or any other large Canadian city. On the other hand, I could do it in almost any human-scale city in Canada, the United States or Europe. Everyone to his own tastes !

Oooh Chorkor.... You just made my day with this YETUNDE's GOOD NEWS ABOUT HER HUSBAND AND KIDS.\n\nWE are so hreatful to God for His grace sir.\n\nWe are celebrating here in my home even if i neber knew her personall because this will be our story too very soon.\n\nGlory be to God...

Alina this story is playing out in many cities in the world consider yourself lucky you can get away from these circumstances.

Please if your headaches keep recurring, try and make time to see a doctor, speaking from experience. I had recurring headaches headaches that will subside with pcm for weeks, then finally decided to just go to the hospital and it turned out to be life threatening. Long story short, I was admitted in the emergency ward. So please have it checked sis, make time for you.

Why bother getting citizenship if you say it's not worth it lol been seeing a lot of ungrateful immigrant stories popping up. Canada's door is wide open, you're free to go home if it's not for you.

Very inspiring story.

They all want the American dream....but the dream from all the stories and fairy tales is dead already for normal people!!!!

Ohhhh talking about 12 Visa refusals, I was refused a visit US visa in 2009 and the thing discouraged me so hard I never tried again untill recently when I chanced on your channel. After hearing Tunde's story,I am more encouraged to try as many times till I get what I want. Thank you from Ego better Republic of Ghana♥️♥️♥️♥️

Great story Men! I love it very much indeed .

Asalaamwalekum GULNAAZ mam very nice vlog and very nice your family and I am Indian and I am also pathan very nice story

Congratulations Tunde i tap into your success story.

We still have hope ? thanks for sharing his story once again ? I watched the first video some weeks back

So happy for this video and i remember watching the previous video and wanting to hear this story soo much.

Seriously are they coming to study or finding a loophole to gain immigration. Crying doesn't help all International students know before hand what they are ending up in, its a rat hole. 90% of the students do not even have money to support themselves then why do you come here. They enroll in colleges but are seen working either under the table cash jobs and sending money back home. We Canadian's have had enough of these sad stories. Please don't come to study. Get your PR the right way do not use short cuts.

Simple...live to work vs work to live....as Canadian born visible minority...I can confirm no matter where you move in Canada it will all be the same story.....The systemic racism is very real but more about bullying. Its so passive that you never know when it hits you until you think deep about it. I read the comments about regret....and I totally agree, about the life back home. So I will tell you this. If you really miss back home, save up, let your kids finish their education and move back home and enjoy your life that you always wanted. Canada is not for everyone...and the move you stay disgruntle about everyday life....its no living...

While I do agree that the whole story is not shown in this video, but I also do agree that the indian officials in indian consulates in america are absolutely Rude and discourteous. I have faced not exactly screaming but absolutely unprofessional behavior in the indian consulate in san francisco

Very good knowledge, you both are great, true story you said, every point i hear , financial knowledge very good you said

If you’re not going to narrate the story at least make the captions readable

Everyone's story is different, I absolutely love my job and don't feel discriminated against

Sorry to hear that your guests had to struggle a lot in Australia. Everyone has its own journey, so let's not be judgemental. The essence of their story - Act, Learn and Imorove and keep moving ahead in life. They have examplified determination, resilience, hard work. Skills are important but not everything, they prevailed through their attitude. The cherry on cake Ashar supporting his wife Sana to continue her studies, a great leap of faith and the guy kept saying - I beleive in being together with my family, support parents, and siblings. I'm glad that they got PR in Canada and are liking it. Every place has its own challenges and goes back to my first thought - everyone has its own journey, and no two orbits are comparable, so one shouldn't be judged. Keep it up, guys, and once again - a Candid cast. ????

Ashar Azeem sb aap Acha huwa is mulk se chale gaye warna kisi jail mein hote i m in your fan full story aapki parhi Allah khush Rakhy apko sir ??? miss u love u from Pakistan

First off i thank my colleague for his frankness in narrating his experience. It takes a lot of courage to be vulnerable. I believe his account is balanced and frank ,even though each immigrant will have their own story to tell. Everyone is encouraged to pursue their dreams just know that sometimes it takes more than we are prepared for. More grace and strength to everyone in this boat; thank you for making this video !

Mashallah so proud of you be strong I know how you are feeling at this time I can understand it well because I have also been living without my family .... The only thing that will be hitting every time would be your mother's talking and her face would be roaming around your eyes it's very painfull but you should be strong and brave prove them you will meet all their expectations. Allah ki amaan me rahoo namaz parhti raho and when you feel depressed talk to Allah and recite the Holly Quran this will be helpful for you... Himat e mardaan maadaad e khudaa .... Before I didn't knew much about you but when I listened your entire story I feel very proud of you and began to like your vlogs ..... Stay blessed ?

_This story is_\nWorst think we stop CHINA become super power country now but they west wrong ? % CHINA ?? is already entered and became 1000% super power now ... \nYou west suppose to stop the china in your imagination and west effort dirty acts , west try to china never to be able super power but its true china is ....

Only people here will understand this story. Not people in Nigeria

Bro is on the 419 level with his stories of back home … “had a mansion with many chauffeur driven cars” … OK so why did you leave all that to come to Canada?