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born in toronto and its feels like hell here, just work and basically no life everyone in a bubble, politics are crazy and liberal ideology is not normal for a young man with morals... planning to escape once i have enough money and go east, nothing enjoyable about canada anymore

born in toronto been here for too many years feels like im wasting my youth with just work, no social life here the politics are crazy and women seem hateful with no morals. on top of everything else you said, i plan to leave.

To all the fellow Indians saying that being polite in these situations nice it's not it's cowardly. \nThis is the real world not some all good utopia .

Nice summary of the main challenges. Reading some of these comments leads me to believe that if one is motivated solely by money, Canada is not a great choice for you as an immigrant. The number of commenters hoping to move to the US from Canada due to greater opportunities to make money while ignoring the real and substantial disadvantages of living south of the borders just emphasizes this. My family are immigrants from the US and we didn’t face the same challenges as immigrants from countries further afield but I do understand the differences between the two countries very well and can state unequivocally that moving to Canada was the best decision our family made. Lower crime, better health care (yes even with the wait times), a fairer system and a “boring” but sane political system more than compensate for the few extra dollars I would make south of the border. In terms of where better prospects going forward for children and grandchildren, with the looming threat of climate change, Canada wins hands down. Extra income means little if you have to spend all of it on personal security and health care deductibles. So if you are only motivated by top line items like gross annual salary, Canada might not be for you and you would be better off looking elsewhere and leaving that immigration spot open to someone who can appreciate the more balanced offering that a new life and future in Canada can offer.

I often wonder why everybody says Canada is so Great. I think it is mostly political bragging. I'm born here and believe me I do not completely understand canadian thinking. It can be quite immovible and even nonsensical. I say good luck to foreigners trying to understand.

I’ll literally die instead of going back to India for rest of my life.\nHonestly, my life in India was hell!\nIts much better here in Canada.\nI’d suffer racism than daily abuse in India, crap food, crap politics, crap, neighbors, no safety, no infrastructure, no safety for woman, no safety for man, roads undeveloped, no farmers rights, no human rights, no animal rights.\nThank you Canada for accepting me ??

Even though i am from the States, i most certainly DO NOT like the idea of the 'head of state' (ceremonial figurehead) and the 'head of government' (political steward) being 'one and the same.' For the record, i have always favored the parliamentary system.

I liked the UK politics. It's made the largest and richest sons: USA, Canada, Australia, new Zealand, Hong Kong and some measures south Africa. \n\nLove from Burkina Faso

I liked the UK politics. It's made the largest and richest sons: USA, Canada, Australia, new Zealand, Hong Kong and some measures south Africa. \n\nLove from Burkina Faso

More great policy by Trudeau and his liberals. Trudeau is full of false hope and tons of hot air. Just another political talking head saying whatever it takes for votes. Trudeau is such a POS and perfectly fine destroying people's lives. God I hope karma exists.

i thought Canadians were polite hmmm

I really appreciate your passion, sincerity and struggle.I pray for your your prosperity and brilliant bright future.sir wish you best of luck for your destination.syed karar abbas GILLANI From MULTAN PAKISTAN M A political science , M A diplomacy and strategic studies

Love u Allah bless u ... ? u should come in politics

Sir INSHALLAH very soon my country on right track \nBut so sadly say all pakistani who can do something for Pakistan they all migrate \nOver political leaders doctor engineers and molvie \nMigration how Pakistan changes ..... \nPakistan is most beautiful mor then Canada \nFirst second beautiful capital Islamabad not in Canada . But all of u migrate we need u ....?

Kash apki Malik movie taha politics ki nazar na hoti tu aj ap Pakistan mai hotay

Canada is polite \nBut still puts minorities on their place which is the worse kind .

I thought canadians were polite.

You could do an hour long episode comparing these two.......\n\nI would argue that Canadians are more polite, but probably more individualistic. People will be nicer to you but they're less likely to become your friend.

I am from Cambodia from Asia. Formerly my dream was to live and work in Canada but after I saw this video my dream was shattered. Do they even know 70% things in this world were originated in Asia. Asia is the most generous and greatest continent. Even Singapore is Asian but People there still welcome haters and nice to them despite them hating asians. Now my dream was to go to Singapore the best country in the world. Before the Pandemic Canada is the most polite country in the world even more polite than Singapore Now look at it started to assault Asians.

Canada is one of the worset countries politically and the way they treat immigrants is sad

As a Chinese born in TO, there is certainly a lot of racism there. Normally, it is a polite type. But this is Edmonton and police does not come until the next day; great, after the violence.

japan airline was awesome. i was treated like vip vip. the service and attitude from those young fresh polite ladies were paramount. compare with delta, united, and american airline in us, omg, i can't beleive such service exists in the world.

He’s CANADIAN He really should learn better like canadians are VERY nice people I had their experiences them they were very polite

facts! not to mention the political coups in latin america the U.S endorses and puppet politicians put in place to manage the corrupt governments. by them and for them to take natural resources. but hey lets point the finger that the poor souls risking family and everything to make a future for themselves. yea, lets do that instead.

Seriously? In Canada? I always had the impression that Canada was generally a country of mild, polite people. This is the first unpleasant Canadian I've seen. And so terrible too.

I hate how westerners are SUPER anti-Asian\nBritish , Canadians , Americans , Germans etc. are SO SO SO anti Asian\nThey are too political , I swear\nNortherners (Estonians and Finnish) are so much more kinder and likable towards them tbh

Uneducated people are everywhere but Karens feel proud of that. Karens love to face hate and insult to them but unfortunately, Indians moving outside of India are not like that. And remember Karens, don't ever dream of locking horns with a Sikh guy, they are polite and friendly but if infuriated, can make your entire life a living hell. In fact, I am not Sikh, but fatal if you try to act like Karen instead of being a good human being. So, beware.

Canadians aren't nice. We always have a motive. We act like we're nice and we're often polite about things (such as racism) which makes it worse.

dafuq??? thought canadians supposed to be polite???

unfortunately Indians are not going anywhere, they are dominating every major city of Canada and the west economically and politically.

Canadians are always polite, except when Toronto FC and Impact de Montréal fans meet each other.

The tests with the three friends, I'm not saying the racism it exposed doesn't exist, but I'm curious if attractiveness or character plays a factor in this as well (or even more). Getting different rental prices is outrages. Being stalked in a store is just weird, but a couple of checks I wouldn't mind. If nothing ever happens that will stop. Being asked if you can be helped should not be an issue. Although I admit it can be annoying (I rather shop without interference), but as long as they ask politely, being offended by it is your own problem. As for the hiring part is this video, I believe there might be even more discrimination based on age. I like the idea of blind hiring when possible. Being rated on skills is in the best interest of any party. \n\nAs a society we're making good progress on a lot of levels. There is still ground to gain, but let's also celebrate what has already been achieved in the last couple of generations. Social media makes it look like it's only bad, but don't forget that bad news sells better than good news. And all companies (also news companies) want to make money.

Everybody generalises and categorises. Not just race but many groups. Whether it's political ideologies, musical preferences whatever

Canadians are polite..i agree there if you are white its a wonderful place to live

I'm visit U.S and I live in asia meet lot of tourist all around the world I found some rude U.S. different than Canadian very polite and I'm impressive Like For Canada

I make it a habit that if I see someone has dropped something accidentally or I see someone struggling with something I always try to help no matter who it is it's just my nature I also smile at anyone I pass but I'm sorry there has been a lot of times I've done one of these things for a Muslim woman or man and 9 times out of ten I never get a thank you or a smile or anything in return in fact I've had nasty looks some times just for being polite and kind there are the very rare exceptions but generally I get nastiness in return I'm not going to stop doing these things cause I enjoy making others happy even if I sometimes get a negative response but these people don't make it easy to like them when they so often look down on us

Institutional racism otherwise known as systemic racism is a form of racism that is cemented as normal practice within society or an organization. It can lead to such issues as discrimination in criminal justice, employment, housing, health care, political power, and education, among other issues

Yes...in the richest country of the world USA a student when graduates has a loan of $35,000 up to $400,000 to repay while in Canada education is fee. I the USA universal health plan doesn’t exist for the people for free while in Canada everyone enjoys free health endurance. In the USA two parties Republican and Democratic Party have monopolized the politics and no other party has a chance to compete. For example in the November election in the USA were more than five people but the American people knew only two of them Trump and Biden.

10:00 yes and no I'd say more polite then nice, we aren't afraid to throw if needed or for fun.\n(In Vancouver it might be different)\nBut fighting so long as both parties agree isn't actually illegal the cops actually can't Interfere unless \n1. You fight involves someone without giving consent\n2. The fight is not a duel \n3.no serious Injures occur (it quickly becomes assult)\n\nBut that also why after a fight the winner buys the loser a drink. No hard feelings

15% of the Spanish speakers are scattered and have limited political power. French is official in Canada and the French speakers have quite a bit of political power.

Canada is the laughing stock of the world. Move to Canada where the rules only apply to the poor . If you have money it’s easy. Corruption in Canada is a growing problem. Maybe we should elect more politicians to address the problem. No accountability in Canada ,great reason to get into politics.

Sure there is racism. As a Chinese born in Canada, this does exists. It is just a polite type of racism. I saw that in school and in the university and at the graduate level in research.

I'm trying to find information on weather being black and wealthy in Canada: is it worse or better than American. I'm not really concerned about name calling. In America you can be in serious danger being wealthy and black because of the american perception of wealth, cops tend to harass you unless you involve yourself with the political backing of your town. Going to meaningless functions and black tie events and donations to mayor's and goveners. I'm tiered of paying for my freedom is Canada different when it comes to this?

I'm Chinese living in Canada and I don't see a lot of racism in Canada. Maybe other group of ppl are experiencing it I don't know. But as a Chinese person, I don't like political correctness.

I WISH PEOPLE FINALLY OPEN THEIR EYES TO HOW RACIST CANADA IS. STOP BELIEVING CANADIANS ARE POLITE.

Decapitate and NOT arrested until the next day? Can you imagine how racists Edmonton police is, with the current political climate? They need to defund the police department for that!

I mean racism is probably a big problem in canada..\n'But as a whole I think on the defund the police I think this is a one sided piece that didnt portray any defense of the police only criticism, in good journalism you need to let someone defend themselves and bring their perspective, this type of journalism is what you get if you have a ideologically possessed 23 year old fresh out of left wing college.. Perhaps learn real journalism try to portray facts not oppinions formost.. Journalism on a news outlet like this isn't supposed to be activicism but objectively portraying facts, and also doing interviews with people with different perspective.. Like perhaps interview Jordan Peterson and let him say stuff about group-politics actually agitating people and causing more conflict and more harm than healing..

Canada only really has two major political parties which are liberal and conservative. Ndp and green have never won an election or even really came close , last election i think ndp got 19 seats and green got 3.

America should stop interfering in other countries political Affairs. We pick their trashy political leaders in Latin America then we get mad when the people come here. Venezuela would have been a good place to start. But NOPE, here comes bible throwing Pence picking leaders in Venezuela ?? complete joke

The biggest minority group in Canada is South Asians(Indians, Pakistanis, Sri Lankans etc. ) , most spoken non English language is Chinese(including Cantonese, mandarin etc. ) . So, why aren't these Asian groups shouting about inequality and systematic racism, but a smaller group(African Americans) is? This all feels like politics power grab rather than actual a problem. But there's a systemic racism against Aboriginal people, that's a fact that the government apologized over and over again, and I don't hear much about it in this video.