Allan
Is it worth moving to Canada in 2021?
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!
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