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I totally agree that this country will break your spine and test your ultimate willpower. Me and my wife came here 5 years back and we decided that we will shut ourselves like a tortoise. Forget about savings and forget about everything else. Only and only one goal we had in mind is that we will live in the basement and earn top dollars. Just to give you a perspective. My first pay was 19 dollar per hour and my current pay is 87 per hour. My wife started with 16.5 per hour and now earning 69 per hour. Even though our income grew substantially, we never raised our expenses. Answer to all problems in Canada is income. Now after 5 years we bought house worth of 1.4 M. We moved out of basement and felt immense pride. We paid 37% down payment and 3 banks approved our mortgages in a heartbeat. No debt at all. We paid up our car in full. Just a regular new suv nothing fancy. \nEveryone is different, we all are unique and I believe you took a right decision. Each and every word you said in the video is true. \nWe cried , we fought , we felt that our life is ruined but we both thought that ek bar to Canada ko harana hai. Itni income generate karenge ki sala CRA shock ho jaye progress dekh ke. We literally cried when we saw our YTD on Dec 31,2023. We crossed 300k and lately to be honest we got a kick in living in basement. People around us thought of us as a regular poor couple but from inside we knew that we are earning in top 3% of Canadian population. \nI would highly recommend that understand the job market of Canada. Work on your soft skills. Power on the language is MUST. It is even more important than your technical knowledge. Make meaningful connections. Stay away from negative people. Once you understand your inner strength then now body can stop you.\n\nThanks for this amazing video. Love the narration and information.

I'm so jealous of how Arabs never change their culture, they command respect, they have dignity. They are true to their identity, no matter how the world modernized their identity doesn't change. I wish Africans would follow this example concerning their own African identity. \nExcellent answer

Definitely is not true canada is paradise all bloggers from Philippines the salary is 1million per day

This can’t be true ppl are not leaving if it is then please hurry up and go sell your house and go come on leave tonight goooooooo I’m tired of living in a basement apartment let’s go get out

Nobody is leaving Canada. People are coming here, get your real facts straight. Canada is still the best country in the world. Long Live the True North Strong and Free.

I am a proud Canadian, and would not trade places with no other country in the world. I worked in many other places and they are unliveable.The best place is right here, Canada the true NORTH STRONG and Free.

He’s well versed in politics. He’s a true Statesman.

Excellent explanation, it’s good that you and your husband are working together to minimize the coast, but oh my God how old are you? You look very young but still, you lived in so many places around the world from Germany to Indoneasia, and now, you are five years in Canada, but you look, of course, from the far east, so that’s another probably four country, oh my God, you lived everywhere in this world, I wonder how many languages you speak by now, good luck for you you are very good explainer, I love cold, lovely, snowy weather, but just enjoy it, but not to live in it. I am happy that I live in Florida, it is true you might not want to get into politic, or your program is not about politic, but it is politician, who makes the rules that affect everything, so one way or another we are a result of political decision

so informative and true

Canadian here, from Vancouver. This is 100% true. Why do we accept so many immigrants? Because we have to. We can't afford to have our own kids. It's too expensive. As my kids are finishing their post secondary education, I'm going to suggest taking their edu and leaving Canada for the USA - higher wages, more affordable cost of living. It's actually simple math.

All true sadly. \nThank you. \nIt's six minutes in before you start talking about Toronto.\nDo better.

Canada is a ski club \nDon’t join the club if you can’t afford ? snow sports ❄️ this is the true north baby

Funny thing, Halifax is bursting at the seams with new arrivals. It’s expected to double in size in the next decade. There’s another ethnic grocery store opening every week. Our population has grown by 10 million people in 20 years, largely due to immigration. Toronto is bursting at the seams and is the most polyglot city on the planet. I have noticed a lot of these whiny videos by immigrants who say it’s no good to move here. I think they are not telling the truth about the tsunami of immigration going on here in Canada right now. Trouble is, there’s not enough housing for the 40 million people here right now. There’s not enough doctors, nurses, hospitals, social services/workers to service our present population. Still, the government flaps its gums about wanting 100 million people here by 2100. If that’s true, southern Ontario will look like Tokyo. There has to be a reevaluation of putting the majority of new arrivals in the GTA. If people want to move here, they should be willing to go to smaller cities and towns across the country.

amazing video. found you through True north. I ditched vancouver 7 years ago and haven't looked back. Nice to visit in the summer for the amazing sunshine but damn the winters are brutal.

A true diplomat words !

So true

It’s so true and it’s so sad.

Tent cities are not full of employed people who cannot afford homes. That is NOT true.

Great video - so very very true, moved here in 2010, and the decline has been noticeable, especially over the last 5 years. The crime, the trash, the homeless camps, the endless roadworks, the cost of well everything...........I can understand why sooooo many people get disillusioned, oh and throw in the terrific weather we get and I struggle why I'm still here! Good on you for making the tough choices............good luck!

As a Christian, I agree with a lot said here regarding the direction of society. But Jesus teaches His people to not hide but let our light shine. It is amazing seeing God awaken people out of the lies our culture promotes and see their lives transformed. You will find other problems in Muslim-majority countries. True peace and contentment only comes by trusting in Jesus (John 14:6). May He guide you to Himself.

That land is The Jewish Israeli peoples land …A very old book ….of Historic proportions ….600 yrs.older than the Quran …for Even mohommad took from that great book of God The Creator in The Heavens …writting he put into the Quran ….that liar ….The Almighty will\nDeal with him …No worries there …..but God The Father in Heaven not Allah …but Abba yes ,Jehova yes ,and his son Jesus Christ died on the cross as the great Blood sacrifice for you ,for me ,for everyone ….so you may “Ask now for forgiveness your sins to Jesus for his blood now fir all Humans “Atonement of sins “ never another Blood Sacrifice is necessary now …God The Father Almighty gave Israel,Jordan,Gaza strip ,parts of Iran ,Turkey ,Syria too i believe in the Inheritance God said to Abraham Ishmeals father and Isaac’s Father ….God Said ,”I will Give to your Bloodline thru Isaac and his son Jacob …these lands from me as a\n“Never ending Ownership Covenant with Me “ he said it to Abraham !!! Why because …Gods Son Jesus would be born through Isaac,Son Jacobs bloodline ….those men Jesus would be brought up through Joseph Mary the virgins Husband …Jesus the Messiah God The father would send to be born onto earth …that is not just all …God In Heaven changed Jacobs name to Israel ….in the bible /Torrah ….maybe its called history …Because the bible is a great book of True History that is about about “Our Lord and Savior “ Jesus Christ “ its “His Story” we must never forget and keep praising him for ….If he had not been born before his blood sacrifice on the cross …all those who sinned would all go to help with the devil ….citon for sure …God the Father said ,”No you may ask my son Jesus for forgiveness and you shall be forgiven and not fall into hell with the devil …Jesus has all dominion over who goes to hell and who is saved …God the father gave that to him …If you ask fir forgiveness and Sin no more like that Jesus said he will forgive you and you can be allowed in his golden city with jems abd golden streets firever ….you never die !!! Ever ❤❤❤❤❤❤?

Yeah, being a woke sh*tshow and a new dictatorship has probably nothing to do with it. I think how Mr. Turdeau behaved during the years of the pandemic and showed his true colors and what he thinks of the people and their opinions and rights is reaping its consequences. Pandering to maybe 2% of woke crazies and punishing the rest .. You had a nice run Canada. Once my favorite country, now a frozen hell hole of madness.

It's true that the weather up there is not for everyone. It's why I left NYS. The summers were great but late October till May was pretty rough.

Thank you for your honesty, it warms my heart to see that there is people like you in this world, our government is a colonial supporter of genocide and I'm also trying to decide what country to go to, that stands for freedom and true human rights. Love you guys

I lived in Western Europe, Japan and at the moment, Canada. I lucked out getting a well paying job in Vancouver when I moved back a few years ago and my average tax rate is actually the exact percentage you stated in the video - 28%, which includes income tax, pension and employment insurance. I'm actually doing better in terms of quality of life now but I do miss being able to travel around Europe for cheap. (e.g., quick train ride to Paris for the weekend) Now, I take cheap flights (e.g. Flair Airlines) to Mexico instead.\n\nJust to state some data points: when I was in Europe, I paid a total average of 39% income tax on a lower salary than I have right now in Canada. Things like utilities (e.g., gas/electricity), restaurants, certain grocery items and electronics (e.g., iphone/PS5/computers) were significantly more expensive because European VAT (inclusive) is usually 20%+. \n\nI don't have the exact numbers but on average I believe I was paying 70 - 90€ ($100 - 130 CAD) just for electricity each month for a small flat, but I am now paying $30 - 50 CAD for a decent sized 1 bedroom. I believe my housing gas bill was about the same or possibly a bit more. In addition, automobile gas prices were much higher (about $2€/L on average which is $2.90 CAD/L) and I think they could go even higher right now. \n\nHowever, rent is definitely more expensive in Vancouver, but I believe that is true for many West coast cities in North America. Right now I'm paying $2300 CAD a month for a 1BR, and I split that amount with my partner. In comparison, it would have been about €1300 ($1900 CAD) for something similar in the city where I was living previously. In a more expensive city (e.g. Amsterdam) a 1BR would easily cost €1800+ ($2650 CAD).\n\nFor me, the difficulty of making friends in my late 20's stays about the same. I think it is difficult to make new friends after graduating from school, and you have to put yourself out there by joining groups and events. (e.g. Meetup or volunteering?)

Toronto people complain that really all they get is two, true warm months of summer. June is sort of warm, but it can be cold at night and suffer cold snaps. Finally warm August comes to an end. While many Americans to the south struggle through an Indian summer of continued high heat into September and even early October, September brings the cold temperatures back to Canada, not yet freezing, mind you, but full autumn where the jackets have to come out and you don't see the welcome, warm, sunny sunshine and the ability to sit outdoors wearing thin clothing.

True

Many of your points are so true. I've gone to appreciate the warmth of the people in other countries. I will move once my kids are in university.

I have moved around the US quite a bit (I've lived in every time zone except Mountain, including Hawaii). Moving to a totally different place is always exciting to me. Even if you eventually find that it is not where you want to stay forever, it is worth the experiences, and the growth you get from having to learn new things. If you are considering the US, some of the things you don't like about Canada, is probably true here as well. It seems like you can probably make more money down here, but the cost of living is still expensive here, and many, many Americans also live paycheck to paycheck. I wish the best for you.

Islamization of world will never come true.\nThey are ruining themselves along with others.Respect towards other faiths and their belief in their Gods is of utter importance. Me only and my God only concepts have ruined world miserably. Shading off milloins of lives too; thus the very moto of religions goes futile. \nLive and let live & Humanity these should be 2 key notes to modern world society.

If you want to live in an Islamic state you move to a Muslim country. Canada is a secular democracy that guarantees your religious freedom. No Muslim country does that unless you are a Muslim. Wouldn’t it be much better if you considered yourselves human beings before all else? It is your humanity that gives the true power of redemption and being decent, moral individuals. No religion on earth does that. Not yours or any other. Belief is not as important as knowledge and humanity. However, you must do what you think is right for you. I think it would be good for you to move to the Middle East and experience what life is like in a theocracy.

True but same for Israel

I happen to believe that what you speak is very true. Canada is accepting of all cultures and does welcome all communities/groups. However from my perspective we are not an overly religious society for the most part, so for cultures that are more religious this could create some discomfort and a feeling of being different and not fittting in. So its safe to say that Canada is a great country, but is not always the best choice for everyone. Best of luck and happines for your life journey.

very true about indoctrination and weird government ideologies

A true Canadian would not wear that hat.....

How is this true? I always thought of Canada as the little (but more prosperous, friendly, safe and polite) brother of the US. A place that might be nice to visit or even retire. I am only here as I am flying to Toronto from Dublin soon. First Sweden, now Canada. What is going on?

Hi Brother / Sister ( SALEH's Family ) Well, your decision to leave Canada is good & courageous ... specially for the sake of your children. Your story is absolutely true , because you are not alone to face this facts. Many other families also are preparing / or are already left this country for some reasons as yours.....But now my very QUESTION to you , may looks quite embarasing & difficult ....Where are you going to find really a GOOD place ( a Paradise Country ) to live a happy life ? .... well by now, in this year 2024, there are WARs everywhere. There are MAD / CRAZY people everywhere. Our planet Earth is full of EVILS .... Well, I mean , You & me / everybody are living in the same boat ....sailing on a very BAD sea. The Evil Spirits are now present in almost all societies ( The Corrupt Governments / bad Politicians / bad Educations / attacking Churches or bad Health care system . No security & dangerous people everywhere) etc .....By now, the only place, You can find a little happiness to live a Safe & peaceful life, is in CHINA . Bye & God bless you all .....( John NG )

Maybe it is true wherever you live: the grass always seems greener somewhere else. Well, probably not greener than in the UK or Ireland where it rains a lot and it isn't possible to imagine grass any greener, but you know what I mean. \nIf you want to live in a place where housing is cheap, go to a country where the population is not mushrooming but shrinking. There are towns in Italy where the authorities are selling empty houses (which might need repair or upgrading if left unoccupied for a long time) for ONE EURO and there are places in rural Portugal where property is cheap. And of course there is Eastern Europe. And in Africa.

I felt this to be true they are supporting the Palestinian people as they know if they take in refugees the Palestinians will lose their land for good and never be able to re visit their land. This warmed my heart

100℅ true. Yes end of times...

He answered like a true diplomat,\nI would say it is has expected the wejs running the show from behind the scenes

?❤ very ? true ? well ? said ✌️ mashallah ? excellent ?? jazakallah ? khair ? brother ? love ? you ? so ✌️ much ??✌️??

As a young family it's too bad there is a rotten struggle here. The WEF, the UN are all anti- family and human. Every point you make is true. We know deep inside who has always ruled the west and this puppet regime of kanada and you and many others are being used as pawns along with the illegal migrants to cause chaos in the west in order to bring in their version of order, god help us...

I think Malaysia is a wonderful country to live.what you say is really true.

100% true

Today I don't follow God of Islam because I Realize that it is not true according Ahmad the Exmuslim told me the truth about Allah. Allah is has 2 right hand and one Leg

I also feel that your decision is the right one. When people move to another country they are expected to adapt to the general culture of that place. And Islam is not really compatible with Canadian values. For the sake of your children it will be better to raise them in an Islamic country. As an aside: the Canadian government does not support the war itself in Gaza, they just are against the gruesome massacre of October 7 (a true genocide by classic definition), and consider the fact that the war was forcibly brought upon Gaza by that event.

Muslims should live in Islamic Countries, full stop. The ideology does not work in a secular society with true freedom. Good luck.

And there it is. You almost sounded normal for awhile but then u showed your true colors with your number one reasons for leaving. You try and make us believe that u would let everyone live in peace but u really only care about yourselves and your muslims brothers. LEAVE, PLEASE !!

Very true. ?