1. Because I am from the United States, Canada and the US share many similar qualities in a household. The most challenging aspect of staying in any homestay, however, is learning to live by yourself. Another challenging thing in regards to staying in a Canadian homestay is adjusting to the different foods and brands here. Although the food isn't dramatically different from where I am from, it was slightly difficult to adjust at first. 2. What I really like about staying in a Canadian homestay is that the families make sure to include you as part of their own family. They are super friendly and treat you not as a guest, but as a member of the household. They are also very helpful when it comes to re-stocking everyday household things. My homestay
idea of what it is to be Canadian rather than always identifying with the place
As the old saying goes, “History has a way of repeating itself.” This is demonstrated in many of the world’s events. With deeper insight into past conflicts, there is usually a repeating theme present. In the Cellist of Sarajevo the reader is introduced to four major characters and is taken through the minds of these characters to see the ever lasting effects that war has on peoples mental and physical states. We will also be comparing this novel to the essay righting of What Canada Means to me written by Elijah Harper. This essay takes its reader through the eyes of a Native American who was forcibly taken away from his family and forced to go to Canadian schools and leave behind his culture behind. The reader can easily identify the elements
Bonjour, la famille! I know that around this time that we are supposed to be moving to a different house, but I wanted to let you know that maybe it could be possible if we move to a different country. I know this sounds like a lot, and the answer is probably no, because there would be so much for us to have to get used to. But I was thinking… what if we moved to Canada? It would be closest to the United States, so we could get passports & come visit family and friends. Also, I learned about this thing in Civics called Gross Domestic Product (GPD). It is the calculation of the Market values. The Gross Domestic product for Canada is approximately $1.573 trillion (2015 est.). Wow! That’s a lot! The Gross Domestic Product, though, per capita,
In doing so I will demonstrate the hardships that many individuals from diverse cultures face by choosing to take on a new identity in a new country. It is not easy leaving behind what is familiar and welcoming a new identity, having to build a new home. I take this subject very personally as my parents’ immigration process to Canada was one of hardship and joy, it also made them feel alienated at times. Through discovering Canada and the different cultures it holds they welcomed it and started a family in a new land. In doing so they experienced the accepting and amicable nature that Canada held in
Finally, if the comparison were ever made a survey, it would really show the full scale of Americanization in Canada. But until now we can only see from the daily life, how American culture is inviting Canada. Today more then ever, Canadians are in real danger of loosing their national identity. It is unfortunate that if the study of this cultural influence will be done few years later, it might be too late to save Canadian culture and identity.
Their values are similar in terms of government, diversity and human rights. In both countries, the governments are run democratically. The people of the country vote for their leader rather than the leader be appointed by themselves like a dictator. Both countries are civil with each other because both the people and the governments believe in democracy over communism or fascism. Therefore, we get along in a way that we have parallel views about how our countries are to be run in peace and equality. Also, Canada and the United States bond over the diverse populations we have and the cultural influences we have endorsed over the years. In Canada, more than 200 languages were reported in the 2011 Census of Population as a home language or mother tongue . Likewise, there are about 14 million households in the United States which English is not spoken as a first language . With this variety of languages and cultures, Canada and the USA share the same inclusive values and therefore develop a healthy relationship. Additionally, these two countries both believe that all human beings deserves rights and freedoms with no exclusions or exceptions. Of course there are some people within these countries who think the opposite of equality, however as a whole, both countries try to enforce human rights and freedoms. For
Thomas, David M.. Canada and the United States: differences that count. Third ed. Toronto: Broadview Press, 2008.
Want to go on a vacation? Need some quality family time? Do you like the thought of being free? Enjoy seafood? I have just the place for you! Welcome to Nunavut, Land of the Polar Bears! Here, we have a lovely self governing, fun filled, educating place in the North of Canada. There are lots of thing to do in snow, and even more food and ways to get around. Here are the reasons why you should come to Nunavut, Canada.
My thoughts on the relationships with Canadians and non-Canadians is pretty good. The reason is because there are people from other countries who choose to live here. And they have even share some of their culture by opening up restaurants and spas. Some people even show dances from their countries. For example the theater show Shen Yun is an ancient Chinese dance show that is held in Toronto every year. There’s even a district in Toronto called China Town. China Town is a district in Toronto where you can take a walk and get a little bit of a feel what it’s like to live in China. People from places like Sweden open up a Spa that offers massages in a very comfortable. People from Japan do the same thing. One thing that they offer is a pool
Being an international student is exciting. It offers a lot of exposure and scope for improvement. Canada has a lot of institutions that accept foreign students, but before that, the practical difficulties an international student might face in the country should be noted.
Have you been looking to take a vacation or been looking to move to a province or territory in Canada. Alberta is the best province or territory in Canada for many reasons. These are finance or economics, which is involved with money, Climate, and Arts and recreation. Alberta is the best for thee reasons.
Many things make Canada distinct, for example, if one was to examine Canada's neighbour “United States of America,” they will remind us of their army force and how violent they will be if any country has a conflict with them, for example, North Korea as both theses countries are in a violent conflict. However, if one was to look at Canada they will be known as “the peacekeepers.” Canada would stop fights and not encourage them. This country is very diverse and can be compared to a jigsaw puzzle as it has many “pieces” of individuals from all around the world. In some other countries, this is not the case, for example, in Argentina, they lack diversity. Secondly, Canadians are proud of their countries
Canada is a great place to live, because it is very diverse. country. The sand is a sand. It is multicultural, it’s considered a Melting Pot. Many people from many nations come together to make this country special and unique to us.
Something that makes Canada unique to me is what people and I personally would call it,”The white,snowy cold nation” in the north. I heard this from an American Commentator and it’s very true. Also, People in the country are very kind and polite. They are very patient and it makes the country more open and very accepting. This country is unique because it’s so multicultural. We so many cultures. Canada is very special for their famous word “eh” and the famous sport of hockey was invented in Canada. What’s so special is Poutine, a very famous dish filled with goodness. So many things are unique and special about Canada and that’s why Canada is
Living in another country is a difficult experience for many people. A common feature of people living in a foreign country is finding them Gathered together in restaurants, discussing about their home and their experiences in the foreign country. Moreover, these groups are not all from the same home country. Often, the interests that landed them in a foreign country are enough to connect them in building the foundations of friendship, like studying same major. However, the only thing that you can see obvisely is fear. As a Saudi student in USA I can say we often have to deal with many administration issues that may even result to the cancellation of one’s citizenship. Like getting USA Green Card. There is a fear of living in another country that never goes regardless of the period that one has lived in a foreign country. However, the interests that landed them in a foreign country, including education and business. It’s the same even the student didn’t come from same place. in fact that they didn't came from the same mother country. This will presents the argument that people living in another country are subject to change depending in economic and political way in order for them to fit in the new country.