Saturday Morning Confusion: How the U.S. election will affect Canada!

I posted a few days ago that U.S. politics is a GREAT source of entertainment for Canadians! 

Although I hope Harris will win... a Drumpf victory would be a lot more entertaining over the next few years!!!

But... the 'Mrs. Herself' reminded me that Donald will slap a 20% tariff on all the stuff we send from Canada... decimating our car industry... and all the other commerce currently protected by the... "Son of NAFTA!" (Whatever they call it now!)

On top of that... (Here comes the good part, boys and girls!) what if Drumpf starts mass deporting illegal aliens...!

Of course... We have a problem if all those illegals decide to make a run for the NORTHERN border kids...! (As well as all those Democrats that might want to "get out" if Drumpf is elected!)

BUT! Being pragmatic Canadians... we solved the problem!

As an American who actually moved to Canada, how would you rate the decision and why?

If you're in the 50% who are reasonably sane... your best bet would be to move north!!!!!!!!

Allan

I am pleased with the decision. My Canadian neighbourhood has been accepting and genuinely friendly. I have been more than pleasantly surprised at the healthcare system. 

It works much better than what I was used to in the States, and pharmaceuticals are far, far less expensive in Canada, in some instances by a multiple of 10 times less expensive. 

The taxes are certainly higher, of course, I pay full US taxes before “topping up” in Canada, but it is costing me more tax dollars. 

The healthcare system seems a fair offset though. Not being concerned about illness or injury costing me my 401K has been a big relief. 

This will become more of a factor in the future as I get older.

I really like Canadian Tire and the Beer Store. I don’t get the Tim Horton’s thing though, although I go there on occasion. 

A&W in Canada is also far better than in the US. I miss some college football coverage in Canada, but a new satellite dish will help solve that issue. 

I am still not a big hockey fan.

I had to take a Hunter Safety course and firearms courses for hunting and gun ownership. 

I also took a boating course for my operator's license. 

I was the oldest person in all my classes but learned a few things after a lifetime of those pursuits.

I could go on and on but the bottom line is that I am very pleased with my move to Canada. 

Once I fully retire I doubt I even go back to the US beyond an occasional visit to see old friends. 

Life is good here in Canada, and statistically speaking, my life expectancy increased by 4 years.

Mark McClain

Is Canada just a significantly worse version of the United States?

 Dear friends: We thought it was a good idea to pass this answer along!

Allan:

As I sit in a restaurant in Victoria right now I am mulling over my last two days here. I had an amazing tandoori dinner last night for 25$US. I went out for a walk at midnight last night with zero fear of being accosted. I saw a movie (evil Dead Rise) for under 20$US with snacks. I was undisturbed by sirens all night. The people here are always kind to me even when I forget and act like an American.

I make this trip several times a year both on and off-season. 

I am always treated like I live here. 

So no. Canada is not a worse version of the US. 

As anyone on here knows about me, they know if I was eligible to emigrate to Canada I would without looking back.

So with all due respect my fellow Americans, please jam your question as far south inside you as you can. 

The more pain the better!

Archives Canada removes 'outdated, redundant' web page about nation's prime ministers!

 This re-writing of history to acquiesce to all the "woke" assholes has got to stop folks! 

Why are we applying todays morality and conventions to yesterday's events? 

Guest Post by Tyler Dawson:

Canada’s national library, which bills itself as “custodian of our distant past and recent history” has deleted a history of the prime ministers from its website, with archivists having labelled it “outdated and redundant.”

A search on the Library and Archives Canada website now yields an error page, and a news release entitled “spring cleaning” explains that the feature, called First Among Equals, has now been removed, along with a handful of other historical records.

Blacklock’s Reporter, an Ottawa online news outlet, which, along with the Toronto Star, first reported on the deletion, said there was “much fanfare” in 1994 when the web page was launched.

The removal comes as the country grapples with Canada’s history with Indian Residential Schools, a heated debate that has even led to the burning of churches and destruction of statues.

This latest reckoning, which has again tackled the history of figures such as Egerton Ryerson, Hector-Louis Langevin and Sir John A. Macdonald, came in the wake of reports that hundreds of unmarked graves had been discovered at former residential schools.

The Library and Archives Canada page regarding Macdonald made no mention of his role in the creation of the residential school system, the Toronto Star reported last month.

The library also deleted a website dedicated to the War of 1812 and a poetry archive, a news release explained.

The federal institution did not respond to the National Post’s request for comment by press time.

John English, a former Liberal member of Parliament and author of biographies of Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Lester B. Pearson, called it “evasive.”

“I understand you have to revise these things but would think it would be a more deliberative process with proper discussion,” English said.

In another section of the website, which explains the process for “renewal,” staff say that some of the content on the website, written years ago “does not always reflect our diverse and multicultural country, often presenting only one side of Canada’s history.

“This is why content that is redundant or outdated will be removed or rewritten,” it says.

The changes came under fire from some Canadian historians, Blacklock’s reported.

“I honestly cannot understand why the biographies of prime ministers would be ‘redundant’ or ‘outdated’ in a country that has a poor historical memory,” said Barry Wilson, who’s published a biography of Mackenzie Bowell, the fifth prime minister of Canada.

“It would be educational to update the site to say in the 21st century there have been doubts or criticisms raised about past leaders, but surely the answer is not to destroy online access to historical records.”

History is normally written by the victors..., but now it seems to be written by the  snowflakes

The way I see it anyway!

What are the differences between Canadian and American lifestyles?

 On the surface, much seems similar. Americans have cheaper housing prices and are often shocked to discover prices in places like Toronto or Vancouver. But Canadians get many services for free that American’s pay for. We all drive similar cars, tend to have the same furniture in our homes. 

Per capita, Canadians have a higher level of education. Americans are viewed as more vibrant and exciting and they certainly can be. 

While Canadians are accused of being boring but I contend we like it that way. Canadians hold more passports, this could be simply because we like to escape in the winter but I suspect there is more world tourist travel as well, while the Americans travel more on business.

There is more opportunity in the US for career advancement. The US is a major economic engine and has a much greater population. 

That’s why many of our actors and comedians go stateside. 

Unfortunately, this is also true for the sciences. The Canadian government under Harper unofficially declared war on science funding and as a result, many of our scientists are currently working in the States wishing they could find a high-paying job back home.

Canadian society is more egalitarian. Americans will disagree with me greatly on this. In the US there seems to be an attachment of almost god-like attributes to someone who is extremely wealthy. 

In trying to understand why Trump was so popular, I was very puzzled by the “because he is rich” answer from middle-class people. One explanation I was given is the American dream. 

Americans who strive their whole life to become wealthy greatly admire others who have achieved that dream. While Canadians mix their admiration with the niggling question “What did this person have to do in order to step over others?’

How do you know if you have offended a Canadian?

Allan:

How do you know if you have offended a Canadian?

Canadians are quite rightly accused of being passive-aggressive.

Some will, of course, react quite strongly, but I suspect the majority will react so subtly that you may even miss it: a narrowing of the eyes, slight frown, etc. 

They may suddenly go from outgoing and talkative to very quiet and uncommunicative.

The real evidence will come later when you realize that they’ve never spoken to you again.

Robert Crooks

Is it worth moving to Canada in 2021?

Allan

Is it worth moving to Canada in 2021?

Canadian Immigrant

I am an immigrant and I have never regretted my decision to move to Canada. It's been the best thing that i have done in my life. I have been living in this country for over 40 years. I have lived in many different places across the country, from small-town Red Lake, Ontario, to Winnipeg Manitoba, big city Toronto and Vancouver, and resort towns like Whistler BC. I have also lived abroad for many years (places like Japan, Australia, Spain, US…etc.), and to me, this is the best place to live…FOR ME.

I love my home country of the US, but I don't recognize the place anymore with the deep divisions that TRUMP has created within the country. Heartbreaking, because regardless of what people say or think, the US still has so much to give the world.

Immigration is a very personal experience:

But, having said that, immigrating is a very personal life event. Immigration Canada once said that immigration is one of the hardest things that people go through in their lives. I remember reading a booklet that I was given by immigration officials on immigrating to Canada and how immigrating is like experiencing a death in the family. They highlighted 11 phases that people go through, from initial excitement for a new life and culture to depression and homesickness, to eventual acceptance of your new home. Don't expect flowers every day. It takes a while to get used to a new place.

For five years, I was a Canada Customs officer and I have had a lot of experiences dealing with foreigners moving to this country. I think the biggest bit of advice that I can give is to do your homework. Learn as much as you can in the new country.

Canada is the future…

It is a country that has vast space, freshwater & air, a small population and tons of resources. The future will not be about overpopulated parts of the world, but places like Canada, Russia, Australia, New Zealand...places that have the space to grow and flourish.

But, too many people, this is not a land of milk and honey. You have probably read some very negative comments about moving here. You have to remember that you have to work for what you want. Nothing will be handed to you. Yes, it is a social welfare state, where there is universal healthcare, unemployment insurance and other social programs to help the general population. But, you will have to be creative and resourceful and have a focus on improving yourself through education or some sort of job skill that is in demand. Its not impossible to do very well here, but its not going to come looking for you. As the saying goes, SEEK and ye shall FIND.

Final thoughts:

As for moving to Canada in 2021, I would definitely apply, if you are sure that this is the right country for you. If you are not sure, definitely do come and visit for a few months to see if the culture and climate suit you. I don't know where you are from, but the majority of people who move here stay and make a home here. BUT, do your homework. Don't come here blind and ill-informed. With COVID still causing issues worldwide, expect your application to be delayed…by as much as a year or more.

Do come…its a great country if you have accurate knowledge about it.

Good Luck!

Great resource:

Canadian Immigrant

BRAD SNELLING

Sunday Morning Funnies: What do Canadians do all day?

Allan:.

A typical Canadian Saturday

7.00: Wake up.

7.30: Cut a hole in the frozen lake in the backyard, jump in quickly, have a bath

8.00: Breakfast. Usually a moose omelette with a side of maple syrup

9.00: Spend a few hours cleaning the igloo

12.00: Lunchtime. More moose with a beavertail for dessert.

13.00: Hike the 30km to the neighbourhood trading post to buy the month’s provisions.

17.30. Grab a double-double from Tim Hortons on the way back

18.00. Dinner. Roast leg of moose with maple gravy washed down with a two-four of Molson split between the wife and I.

19.00. Watch Hockey Night in Canada.

21.30: The Leafs lose again, off to bed with the wife.

22.00: Sex with the wife

22.01: Relax and light a cigarette

22.30: Sleep

Why is the US-Canada border so strict?

 Allan:

I am a Canadian married to a British citizen. My wife has a UK passport. In 2012 (the last time we visited the USA) we were crossing the border at Niagara Falls into New York. 

My wife, being British, had to go to the US Immigration hut for processing into the US. 

Whilst sitting in a hot, stuffy (in January, no doubt!) building for a very long time, my wife needed to get some air. She stepped outside the doors and stood there within view of the interior. 

Shortly afterwards, a US Homeland Security goon came up to her from the exterior with his gun in his hand yelling at her to get back inside. 

I suppose there must be a lot of middle-aged female British terrorists just itching to walk into Amurica from Canada by surrendering their passports to US Immigration. 

We decided at that moment we were not going to spend any of our hard-earned money in the US again.

Stu Pidasso

Moving Day!

Ten things that make Canada great.

 Allan:

I heard U.S. trade adviser Peter Navarro was asking what’s so great about Canada so I thought I’d offer 10 examples:

• We take COVID-19 seriously.
• Our leaders don’t cozy up to dictators while trashing allies.
• We have universal health care.
• Although far from perfect, we are more tolerant toward minorities.
• Our cities are not burning due to racial injustice.
• We don’t have 17-year-old vigilantes roaming the streets killing innocent people.
• We don’t have Tucker Carlson or Laura Ingraham.
• We do have the Toronto Raptors.
• Connor McDavid is way better than Austin Matthews.
• Love him or hate him, the man who runs our country is not a lunatic.

Your Neighbour George

Dear Fiends:

This is one time my neighbour George makes sense!

Allan