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Canadian immigrant here: are immigration system is broken and needs to be fixed.
Canadian immigrant here: are immigration system is broken and needs to be fixed.
Identifies as a Canadian immigrant sharing lived experience and critiquing the immigration system from insider perspective.
captainc7123 Feb 11, 2026
I'm a permanent resident and just moved to Montreal with 3+ years of accounting experience. Looking at processing times for spouse visa in Quebec though, im considering leaving the city soon. Such a shame
I'm a permanent resident and just moved to Montreal with 3+ years of accounting experience. Looking at processing times for spouse visa in Quebec though, im considering leaving the city soon. Such a shame
First-person account of immigration experience with implicit criticism of slow spouse visa processing times.
princekashyap6766 Nov 20, 2025
I’m from Costa Rica , Canadian cititzen whoever tells me to go back to my country , I just tell them there are more Canadians in Costa Rica than Costa Ricans in Canada . I …
I’m from Costa Rica , Canadian cititzen whoever tells me to go back to my country , I just tell them there are more Canadians in Costa Rica than Costa Ricans in Canada . I have the right to be here just like Canadians have the right to be Costa Rica . 10 years here makes me Canadian 🍁
First-person account of immigrant experience defending right to belong in Canada through reciprocal citizenship logic.
FunTimes-j5v Feb 14, 2026
I am so overwhelmed by the fact that I am powerless against my own governments idiotic actions that completely destabilize the world. Please understand that over half of Americans are just as shocked as Canadians, …
I am so overwhelmed by the fact that I am powerless against my own governments idiotic actions that completely destabilize the world. Please understand that over half of Americans are just as shocked as Canadians, and we love you as our neighbors. We let a ruthless dictator brainwash our vulnerable and uneducated and exploit every crack in our system to get here. I’m very scared for what’s to come and it sucks so badly that we all have to pay for an egrogious act of an elderly nepo baby that doesn’t understand how government and the world works.
First-person account of emotional distress and powerlessness, expressing solidarity with Canadians while conveying fear about political instability.
@ryanknauff50 Mar 4, 2025
I got stories but I’m not gonna say anything about it because I do enjoy having a job
I got stories but I’m not gonna say anything about it because I do enjoy having a job
First-person account of having experiences related to the topic but self-censoring due to employment concerns.
Wabbaduckyy Jan 28, 2026
As an American, I am ashamed and embarrassed with how this new government has managed to tarnish and destroy our reputation around the world. I did not vote for that idiot in the White House …
As an American, I am ashamed and embarrassed with how this new government has managed to tarnish and destroy our reputation around the world. I did not vote for that idiot in the White House and for those that did, I hope it was worth it.
First-person account of shame and embarrassment as an American, with implicit moral critique of the current government.
@esuavage Mar 4, 2025
My oldest earned their bachelor’s degree at a Canadian university. Beside receiving a topnotch education, I knew my child was safer at a Canadian school than at a U. S. School.
My oldest earned their bachelor’s degree at a Canadian university. Beside receiving a topnotch education, I knew my child was safer at a Canadian school than at a U. S. School.
First-person account of child's educational experience in Canada, comparing safety favorably to the U.S.
@cynthiabeck1378 Mar 4, 2025
Here in Edmonton Canada the worst drivers are on the Indian part of the city and it’s not even close. I have to drive through that area everyday to get to work and at least …
Here in Edmonton Canada the worst drivers are on the Indian part of the city and it’s not even close. I have to drive through that area everyday to get to work and at least 4 times a week I nearly get into car accidents on the highway because people don’t know how to drive. I have to assume people just will switch lanes randomly or merge in really really fast or go extremely slow on the highways. I have seen people reverse backwards on the on ramp because they took the wrong turn
Recounts lived experience of driving hazards in a specific Edmonton neighborhood, framed as evidence of a demographic group's incompetence.
hyporii Jan 28, 2026
I am a Canadian and I am currently visiting my country outside of my province of Quebec. The amount of Canadian flag that people put on their house has increased dramatically. We are a proud …
I am a Canadian and I am currently visiting my country outside of my province of Quebec. The amount of Canadian flag that people put on their house has increased dramatically. We are a proud Canadian and we will survive at all cost
First-person account of observing increased Canadian flag displays and asserting national pride and resilience.
@zackarybourbonnais1178 Mar 4, 2025
The dude on the bike made a sweeping claim about ALL Africans being terrible people😂😂. I am an African with a Master’s degree in Communication Studies, and I can bet you bike guy doesn't have …
The dude on the bike made a sweeping claim about ALL Africans being terrible people😂😂. I am an African with a Master’s degree in Communication Studies, and I can bet you bike guy doesn't have a high school diploma, but he wants to talk about the intelligence level of all Africans? I've written two books and contributed a chapter to a compendium on journalism in West Africa. While I agree that many of the Africans going to Canada are from war-torn countries without a good education, he speaks of Africa like it's a monolith. Realities in Ghana aren't same as in Ethiopia. South Africa isn't same as Rwanda nor is Senegal same as Madagascar so unless he is referring to individual countries with specific examples, his claims don't even make any sense. I would like to see just one contribution from fatty to scholarship😂😂. EDIT: By the way, some of Africa's brightest minds include Ngozi Okonjo, an economist and politician (Nigerian) who serves as director general of the World Trade Organization; Vera Songwe, an economist (Cameroonian) who served as head of the UN Economic Commission for Africa; Dr. Tedros Adhanom an Ethiopian doctor who currently serves as DG of the World Health Organization; Prof. Salim Abdool Karim (South African) scientist globally respected for his research on immunology; Aliko Dangote (Nigerian) and Africa's richest man and one of the top 100 richest people in the world according to Forbes. The list is too long but fatty there wouldn't know because he's as dumb as a rock and it's easy for him to spew garbage rather than read an actual book or question the stereotypes which he's fed about Africa by his chosen echo chamber.
Extended first-person account of the commenter's credentials and achievements used to counter stereotyping of Africans.
ngalahansel6066 Jan 27, 2026
11:07 im going through this everyday..
11:07 im going through this everyday..
First-person account of experiencing the housing/immigration situation described in the video.
Ritzy87 Aug 27, 2025
As a US citizen who has lived within 5 miles of the Canadian border, worked for Canadian employers, and had many Canadian friends, I have always known them to be quietly strong people. This just …
As a US citizen who has lived within 5 miles of the Canadian border, worked for Canadian employers, and had many Canadian friends, I have always known them to be quietly strong people. This just strengthens my conviction. I am so glad SOMEONE will stand up to the tyrant who has stolen my nation.
First-person account of lived experience near Canadian border, expressing admiration for Canadians and support for their stance against Trump.
@TentinQuarantino_ Mar 4, 2025
I am an indian, genuinely speaking, when I came here back in 2023, I didn’t know there are so many people from one of the indian state called punjab. They have ruined this place as …
I am an indian, genuinely speaking, when I came here back in 2023, I didn’t know there are so many people from one of the indian state called punjab. They have ruined this place as well as image of all Indians. Also, If you want khalistan, why they are not protesting in where their land belongs(so called), why in Canada or Usa? There are 70% of the people are living in canada is punjabi. They have ruined the image of our whole country. We are peace loving people and follow rules but just because of these people, we fell into the same group. Fun fact: why brampton and surrey have bad reputation and increased crime rates because punjabi people live there. Thats heart wrenching. The other aspect is the Canadian government doing nothing to curb thia types of people instead of that these people do crime, get arrested, claim asylum, get free food for 1 year and become the resident of the Canada. I am really frustated and both the goverment and these khalistan entity. Go to hell man.
First-person immigrant account describing perceived negative impacts of specific ethnic group and government failures.
MohitNagi-hl7hm Feb 25, 2026
I am an Indo-canadian who migrated from UAE 2 decades ago. Came thro proper channel of PR and became a citizen 4 yrs later. Qualified as a CPA burning the midnight oil, raised 2 kids …
I am an Indo-canadian who migrated from UAE 2 decades ago. Came thro proper channel of PR and became a citizen 4 yrs later. Qualified as a CPA burning the midnight oil, raised 2 kids thro Univ who are employed now. Trudeau, to be in power, joined hands with Jagmeet Singh. I know of a 2 shutter shop in Brampton East, registered as a college, which issued 4000 student visas. I wonder whether the Immigration dept checked on the college before issuing the visas. Now, we have students, whose visas have expired, whose families in India have mortgaged everything (primarily from Punjab, Haryana & Gujarat) who are here working for cash. I think we must revisit the files, track them out, see their educational background and give them opportunites. Indian origin folks must also educate their families back home on reality. With a growth rate of 7% + India is the country to be in, for these youngsters, to grow in life
Lengthy first-person account of successful immigration and integration, combined with specific allegations about fraudulent student visa schemes and policy failures.
balajijagadisan8259 Sep 19, 2025
Healthcare in Canada is only a promise, the reality is the wait-list, every step of the way. I took a 17-month wait for a mri and cut it down to 17 hours, cutting a multi-year …
Healthcare in Canada is only a promise, the reality is the wait-list, every step of the way. I took a 17-month wait for a mri and cut it down to 17 hours, cutting a multi-year process down to 6 days. To get a mri in Canada is not easy there are only a smattering of private options if you want to pay, but you still have to wait 3 weeks, and it will cost $3500. I said screw it, bought a plane ticket, flew to Bangkok arriving on a Saturday, saw a doctor on Sunday, had a mri on Monday, and got the results on Friday. Then I spent the next week sitting on a beach. The total cost all in was $1900. I am not fussy, I'll accept any hospital in any country that will accept me.
First-person account of healthcare experience in Canada versus Thailand, using lived experience to critique Canadian healthcare system through international comparison.
spicspann4861 Aug 25, 2025
I’m embarrassed to live in america
I’m embarrassed to live in america
First-person expression of shame about living in America, a direct personal statement about national belonging and embarrassment.
@robpulido1320 Mar 4, 2025
As a Canadian - Trumps 'brilliance' has done one thing for sure, it's aligned all of the provinces against our neighbor and former ally the United States. It's done something we ourselves have had difficulty …
As a Canadian - Trumps 'brilliance' has done one thing for sure, it's aligned all of the provinces against our neighbor and former ally the United States. It's done something we ourselves have had difficulty with - gaining support from Quebec. The overwhelming vast majority of Canadians don't trust the US anymore, as the legal justification for the tariffs is absolute bull, and is a pretext for Trumps actions. My family has cancelled all US travel, in my case 2 trips this year worth 15K to the US. I will miss Vegas for my 60th. We used to shop in WA State weekly; last year I spent 11K in WA State, and routinely took in shows in Seattle. No more. \n\nCan anyone please explain why Trump is screwing over Americans? Seriously.
Detailed first-person account of economic impact and changed behavior due to US policy, combined with critique of Trump's tariff justification.
@daviddesjardins7751 Mar 4, 2025
My husband works for a Canadian company and he may lose his job because of tarrifs. Thanks Trump!
My husband works for a Canadian company and he may lose his job because of tarrifs. Thanks Trump!
First-person account of personal economic impact from tariffs affecting spouse's employment.
@conniegnesda9720 Mar 4, 2025
I am born and raised in Canada from immigrant parents. Lived here all my life and I have to say ive seen waves of immigration throughout my growing years. Mainly Sri lankans and Ethiopians in …
I am born and raised in Canada from immigrant parents. Lived here all my life and I have to say ive seen waves of immigration throughout my growing years. Mainly Sri lankans and Ethiopians in the late 80s 90s. NOTHING like what has happened now. I never considered myself racist, but id be lying if I said im not growing tired of certain ppl
First-person account of lived experience as a Canadian-born child of immigrants, describing observed changes in immigration patterns and expressing growing discomfort with current waves.
lukki7ster Aug 26, 2025
even in the little town where i live in western canada there is a community collage and a lot of punjabi's that have straight up told me that they are here for school but only …
even in the little town where i live in western canada there is a community collage and a lot of punjabi's that have straight up told me that they are here for school but only go to 1 class once maybe 2 times a week for just over an hour and the rest of the time they are here working on student visa's where the government is paying half the wage prompting bigger business to highering these exchange student instead of local people
First-person account of observed student visa abuse and labor market displacement in local community.
604doublea Jan 27, 2026
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