1 Year in Canada

#Canada #UK #Toronto
Living in Canada - 1 year later
We moved to Canada over 1 year ago. We have been living in Toronto, here is our story and how it went. I have also included some reccommendations. I hope you enjoy this video. So sorry for delay to post this one, been a crazy few months! Please let me know what you think in the comments.
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[@Renite409]

As a native Torontonian this video made me happy and sad. COVID really took away all the best parts of the city. Happy you guys are enjoying your new home.

[@DRJUDE]

Covid!! Ruined a lot for us

[@realtalkbarca6764]

Not Covid-19 our government

[@Safiyyrh]

Please is racism rampant in canada?

[@mojiemy]

@@Safiyyrh No. In UK my kids never got invited to birthday parties of others non coloured kids. Here in Canada from day one literally first week in school they were invited and treated like they knew them all their lives. Neighbours will take my kids on bike rides with their own kids and actually fix their bikes! There is definitely more interaction here in Canada. It is the norm to see races marry that you will NEVER see in UK. In fact most families seem to be from at least 3 cultures, this makes them more accepting of others.

[@tortuerama]

Please stay in Toronto. Its a great place for a hardworking young professional like you and your beautiful family. I relived my early days as a newcomer here by watching your video. I am retired now! We need young families ..hard working dads like you here. God bless you and your family.

[@rhemaray-mbata8588]

His editing skills are underrated 😭

[@user-ff1kd6fe5k]

Dr. Jude, I am Caribbean born, grew up in London, England and emigrated to Vancouver, Canada in 1993. Your story brought back so many memories of when me, my wife and son arrived in Canada. 28 years on I can say it was the best decision we ever made. I can tell you that the climate on the West Coast here is way different to Toronto. Summers are longer and not as hot while our winters are wet, lots of rain but only a couple of days snow. You really don't need winter clothes (Umbrellas yes lol). In terms of the people, quality of life and raising children, Canada cannot be beat. One of the most positive outcomes we've seen is that our black children are educated and imbued with the the same aspirations as their white counter parts. While it is not perfect, we have noticed the differences in expectations between our Canadian son and his English cousins. That is not a knock on England more a reflection of being raised in a class driven society. Finally, what has always been a source of pride living here is that with all the diversity, you are encouraged to celebrate your original cultural heritage while still being a proud Canadian. I recommend a visit to Vancouver. Not as culturally diverse as Toronto but absolutely beautiful scenery, laid back people unbelievable quality of life.. Congrats my brother.

[@elhamhemat572]

As a person who lived in many countries, I can assure you this. Canada is on another level.

[@bigdaddyb04]

how?

[@elhamhemat572]

@@bigdaddyb04 1. Health insurance, I know you are saying no that is not a big deal but trust me it is. my aunt was diagnosed with cancer and it cost her thousands of dollars in procedures to live a few more years. the pressure it put on her family was huge, years of savings were lost. 2. clean air, I went to China and lived there for 2 years and I was always sick. I couldn't run because if I did I would through up for lack of oxygen, the pollution is crazy. 3. abundance of resources, whatever it is water, electricity, or food. Canada has all of it, you will know the importance of water if you lived in Afghanistan. I know many developed countries have water, electricity but not as clean or constant as Canada. 4. educated people, you will know how important it is to live among educated if you lived in uneducated closed-minded communities. most countries have judgemental views but not in Canada, where everyone is open-minded, and if not ask them to fuck off. they can't do much but in other countries, if you did something which goes against their values you can be burned alive. 5. employment, you will be surprised to know that Canada has the highest paying wages among many developed countries, and there are many jobs available. the unemployment rate is about 5%, compare that to other countries 45-30% you will know how important that is, or to Japanese 12 hours a day 5 days a week work culture you will know how good you guys have it. 6. beauty and nice people, Canada is one of the most beautiful countries I have been to. and people are way too nice. 7. land of opportunities, in many countries you can not get a loan for education or buying a house. if you were born in the lower class you will die in the lower class, it doesn't matter how hard you try but not in Canada. anyone can make it and anyone can become a millionaire if they try hard. 8. less corrupt government, I know you Canadians love to go off against your government for corruption, what you guys corruption we call it minor mistakes. go to Afghanistan where you have to pay money to pay your taxes. You have to pay not to get raped, have to pay if you don't want to get murdered by your government. or the usa which is the world's number one democracy where it is legal to bribe the senators. These are a few reasons I can assure you there are many more.

[@bigdaddyb04]

@@elhamhemat572 Thank you for this. i am an armenian international student currently enrolled in george brown college and im looking to move to canada. i just wanted to get someones input as to how life is there from an actual person living there, and i can relate to you a lot since im from the middle east too ( assuming youre from the middle east). I am currently living in Kuwait and cant wait to get out of this oppressive country.

[@tobemoye2028]

Dr Jude! Looking as fresh as always🙌

[@silkeotd7194]

Thank you for speaking the truth, our summers are HOT! Even my friends from Jamaica said they can't stand our summers because they said it felt worse than the heat at home due to the humidity!

[@DRJUDE]

Lol, the summers are serious!

[@hephzibahosuji6512]

I enjoy your vibes and how you are making things work for you and the family. Thank you for so much insightful information.

[@drgbengaa.shadare7809]

I love you Dr Jude!! Keep doing great!! Bless you and your family

[@tochyeke3186]

correct guy!! your video dey ginger me. happy you and yours had a good experience. I will follow your lead.

[@jullainehardinge8811]

Welcome to Canada! I know you have been here a while now. But this is my first time seeing your channel. Blessings to you and your family.

[@janinaleedelrio]

Hi Dr. Jude, thank you so much for this amazing and lovely video. I am originally from Panama and a proud Canadian for the past 28 years. Toronto is a great city with great people. Thank you again and keep safe. Your children and wife are so beautiful :)

[@Estiexo]

Love how you explained Toronto I agreed w/ everything! I think you'd like Ottawa, Ontario as well. It's smaller than Toronto but has beautiful scenery and nice museums too. Glad you're liking Canada so far :)

[@Bee_Vibes]

Very informative, and your pretty good at story telling...

[@DRJUDE]

lol, thank you! trying to get better at that!

[@sauceuu]

@@DRJUDE 🤣🤣 you even added the "Funke" reaction in your video 😂

[@badralbeity4645]

Absolutely love your content man. Pls dont stop!

[@mademoisellemimita]

I lived in Canada (Montreal) for almost 10 years and just before Covid, we migrated to the UAE and we haven’t been to Canada since summer 2019. Your video definitely a little cure for my homesick. Love your chanel because it’s different than most of similar chanel. Best of luck! You’ve got a new subscriber.

[@chichimuyoba1678]

This is really good, thank you for it!

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you Chichi! means a lot! been a hectic few weeks, but more coming

[@TheMansour1]

I can relate to everything you said , I really miss Toronto! , I was also celebrating the Raptors winning the NBA at Dundas square , it was epic!

[@ChocolateMousse1234]

Thanks Dr Jude, this was amazing. Great watch!

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you so much!

[@pabaid1976]

Very good story teller. Considering the type of work you do and the level of dedication needed to pull this off my hat goes out to you bro keep it up. We are happy you are enjoying your stay in Canada.

[@valyncia3961]

I’ve been subscribed & following you on IG since your first Canada vlog, and I definitely got sad when I saw that you were leaving. Definitely left your mark in the 6. Hopefully you visit again soon!

[@RC-lf2om]

Excellent video!! Didn’t even realize 30 mins passed, very entertaining.

[@BobolaApampa]

Absolutely love this video Dr J.

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you Bobola!

[@pinkrose8845]

Thank you for your nice comments about Canada. I’ve been living here for 30 years and always hearing bad comments about the weather. You must be extremely smart because it’s not easy getting into medical school in UK and getting positions in Canada. Congratulations!!

[@brendamills2170]

Welcome to Canada Dr Jude. Be sure and visit Ottawa once we get out of lock down. It’s a short 4 hour drive away and you and your family will love winterlude complete with skating on the canal and the ice sculptures. But dress warm... 🥶 😉. So glad you came here we need more people like you and your family. ❤️🙏🇨🇦

[@hgirl2146]

Thank you for this video ! Living in Canada is one of my biggest dream and you just confirm how good it is to live there !

[@DRJUDE]

It is amazing! such lovely people

[@sandraamarie]

This was amazing to see... I’m a Toronto native, living in Berlin, Germany since 2011. I miss Toronto dearly. So great to see your appreciation for this beautiful city ❤️🙌🏾

[@Susan_Brandy]

Your story telling skills kept me captivated. I watched the entire video! I actually wanted the video to last longer! From the beginning of the video, I knew you were a brother 🇳🇬 🇬🇧🙌🏾☺️💝

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you Susan! I thought it might be too long, so I’m glad you enjoyed it till the end

[@Stoicfreethinker]

Can't believe it you going to hit 20k subscribers soon! I remember when it was at 5k. Congratulations 👏

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you Moheez! 🙌🏾 i remember when it was 0

[@robertblue3795]

Little tip for you. Check out Earl Bales Park on Bathurst Street. The City has a downhill ski facility there and also run programs for kids. It's surprisingly pretty decent for kids to learn, they provide all the equipment and it's inexpensive.

[@chiii7702]

Thanks, I enjoyed watching this honest account of your experiences.

[@DRJUDE]

🙌🏾

[@olubunmibolaji3825]

Unbelievably entertaining. I think this is your calling! Great job. Thank you.

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you Olubumi! You might be right.. more to come

[@abbya444]

Thoroughly enjoyed this

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you!

[@ibiyemib2191]

Made me fall in love with my city all over again!

[@DRJUDE]

Such a beautiful city!

[@catherineday2761]

I really enjoyed this story Thanks for sharing

[@haeunpark7185]

Very positive outlook on things; great video!

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you

[@shayt6085]

My fiancé lives in GTA currently and I’m going to move to Canada to be with him a year after we get married in the UK. Been watching all your vids and I think they are deffo prepping me for the transition thank you !

[@xanbex8324]

Thank you , a pleasure to know a little about you and your .charming family.. a warm welcome.

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you so much!

[@shriyadhawan5378]

Once again great video Dr Jude. U got me inspired to go to Canada as a surgeon.

[@DRJUDE]

Aww bless you, go for it! It’s amazing

[@ZoeysMusings]

What an amazing story. Your editing made it even better 🙂

[@KD-mz5xv]

really enjoyed this. thanks for sharring

[@angelacale453]

Thank you so much Dr. Jude. My parents came here to Canada (from South Africa) with 6 boys and my mom pregnant with my eldest sister. They entered Canada in Nova Scotia. They eventually settled here in Ontario. Listening to you reminds me to be grateful that my folks came to Canada. Cheers to you for your dedication to your profession and your family. Love your videos.

[@khanyisonkumanda9812]

Am in SA and planning to migrate to Canada within the next 24 months...

[@angelacale453]

@@khanyisonkumanda9812 Welcome to Canada. There are a lot of South Africans here!!

[@mounirbousli4323]

You explain your journey so beautifully!! I moved from Montreal to Paris hahah had another way to see my life

[@SESmithy]

So glad you enjoyed the year here despite most of it being on lock down. I wish I found this channel earlier but ill definitely share and stay tuned in! Beautiful family!

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you! I miss Toronto! definitely will keep coming back!

[@carrieeade5515]

Did you move back to the UK?

[@user-vu8rx1wq9s]

the colour grading on this is great!!

[@marlonjames6360]

Just came across your channel a few days ago. I love that you and your family enjoyed your time in my home city. My wife’s from the UK and we live in Dubai. We both agree that Toronto is essentially the perfect mix between London and New York, with our Canadian twist lol.

[@DRJUDE]

Thats a great way to describe it!

[@crystalanderson7522]

Really enjoyed this video Dr. Jude... beautiful family. I hope your still here in Toronto. I work for UHN, great hospitals downtown 😁

[@simmar813]

Hey Dr Jude, thanks for this vid! I’m an English teacher in the UK and really thinking about teaching abroad but a bit apprehensive so this was good thank you!

[@DRJUDE]

Glad it helped!

[@amiasyaska8447]

Loved it bro You are my favourite youtuber and u inspire me a lot ✊✊✊🤗

[@mayibrahim690]

You are so lucky dr jude ,you got the fellowship,you deserve it ,you have all these 10 years in the Uk, for us the Imgs ,we had to repeat the whole exams to get in the system and its so tough biwadays,anyway,good luck to yoy,and you have such a lovely family

[@josephcouteau2262]

Awesome insights! Must've been some experience being a surgeon and creating also while being a husband and dad✌️

[@ser5615]

I’m sooo glad I found your channel 🤩🤩

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you! and welcome aboard!

[@aga8254]

Loved this video! “Eh” is our thing! ☺️

[@DRJUDE]

Lol.. thanks

[@oresupasta1363]

Good Video bro - so much truth!

[@2kyomii]

This was a stunning video! Almost makes me want to move to Toronto. ALMOST. I still feel like BC is where it's at

[@deborahkay7819]

Very cool. Hello from Toronto! So glad you took advantage of being here and exploring! Great your son is a Canadian and can have dual citizenship! I love london and cannot wait to get back! I have dual citizenship as my mum was from Manchester

[@DRJUDE]

Nice! Yes he does, he’s Canadian and a Brit!

[@chosentoserveS.I.G.H]

I really enjoyed this video, definitely different to other content I usually see. Although, I think Covid has allowed a different kind of blogger to come forward. Very interesting and informative.

[@tigs870]

I recently moved out from toronto and you making me miss home 😭

[@OnlyLoveCan38]

Incredibly enjoyable! As a child I lived in Detroit and twice a month we commuted to Toronto where Father had friends who migrated there in the 40s. We loved it there then but now it would incredibly insane wonderful to go there after this COVID mess is over!!!

[@DRJUDE]

Such a beautiful city!!

[@sylviasworld9397]

Hey Dr Jude, good to hear your journey update, nice tan also. Glad you didn't lose you accent.

[@DRJUDE]

Thanks! The accent is going nowhere

[@missptalks3862]

Well done to you may God bless your endeavours

[@stewste4316]

amazing video and very informative, good job

[@carolpsalmon1227]

I just found this channel very informative I love it I just subscribed God bless you and your family

[@lgee9027]

As soon as the US-Canada border opens Im running to come visit Toronto!!!!! I LOVE IT THERE!!!! Omggggg my favorite city ever!!!!

[@maryconnor6173]

Fascinating, thank you 😊

[@DRJUDE]

Glad you enjoyed

[@westendtdot4520]

Much respect my Naija brother. I'm glad you enjoyed the city. Great move and phenomenal opportunities for growth. Showing that Toronto love. As you know there is a large West African (Nigerian & Ghanaian) especially the Caribbean population spread throughout the Toronto region. Much Respect👊🏽

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you brother! 👊🏾

[@Chris-yr3rh]

Hey Dr Jude I am a big fan of your channel I love what you do it helps me alot because I have to choose subjects I am in high school in South africa but I am not sure how hard it will be for me on the road to medical school and stuff so I am a little bit nervous but your videos helps alot!

[@KayDejaVu]

@11:28 HotHouse is an amazing restaurant. Good review about the product differences. There was no Carival in 2020 but hopefully there will be one in 2021. I'm looking to return and work for myself. The work market in T.O is very competitive.

[@afrowoman7930]

Very cool video, it would be intresting to hear from your wife and how its affected her. Cause essentially ur family is living your dream. Would be cool to hear from her.

[@DRJUDE]

Good idea, I will put it to her

[@hope_4a38]

New on your channel, an excellent communicator and you hit your subject headlong.

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you Oluseun! Welcome!

[@Stephen1378]

Great video, really enjoyed watching your story. I've always wanted to move from the UK to Canada. Visited Toronto summer of 2016, it's a lovely place. Thanks for sharing.

[@sandrajohnson-esau8684]

Thanks for sharing I really appreciate this God bless you and your family 🙏♥️

[@sandrajohnson-esau8684]

You are welcome

[@shortlifeliveit8198]

Greetings from cold COVID UK. Im also a Doctor looking to move to Toronto after completion of training next year. Process is so long and frustrating but this video has made me feel like its worth it. Thank you. You have a new subscriber.

[@amyseaden9069]

Getting a job in Toronto will be incredibly challenging as an IMG. Assume you have looked into the permanent residency process and the job market for your specialty.

[@ReGeorgie]

wow watched the whole video u inspire me every day

[@TyroneBlackman7]

Great video!! The Entertainment District has the largest concentration of night clubs in Toronto.

[@omogenaija1]

You have yourself a new subscriber. I enjoyed watching your videos. Not sure how I got here, you're Nigerian, educated with a great world view- that's it!

[@nedrawilliams6657]

Great video!!!!

[@mrsnathwani]

Awesome Obi!!! -Sanj

[@maryd9735]

New subscriber here! The Funke got me laughing 😂. 🇨🇦 will definitely try some of the restaurants out when am in Toronto next week.

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you! I hope you got to enjoy Toronto!

[@markbrown650]

As a Canadian its super great to see you enjoyed yourself in this beautiful country!

[@DRJUDE]

Yes indeed! Love Canada!

[@mc2383]

I want to keep track of your family just to hear your baby boy's toronto/london fusion accent in a few years.

[@Aditya-nc1ch]

Thank you, I'm looking to move to Canada for my pilot training next yr

[@DRJUDE]

Goof luck my bro!

[@sylviasworld9397]

Canada is looking good. I have been to Toronto before many years ago, wasn't feeling it then, but now it defo needs a second look.

[@DRJUDE]

I love Toronto, its definitely a place to visit!

[@VFN556]

@@DRJUDE But not to live I guess. Different strokes!

[@Hit_or_dud_cardz]

Great video of Toronto...👊🏿👍🏿

[@olamidesefunmisavage4904]

Excellent 👏🏾👏🏾

[@childofgod8607]

Love your videos, so interesting, love from UK 🇬🇧 & a new subbie as I just watched your Lagos vlog 😀 take care & stay safe ❤ 🙏🙏🏿

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you Kaz!!

[@dreal500]

It's only been about a year and a bit and I'm feeling nostalgic for pre covid Toronto. 🙁 But on a positive note welcome to the city!

[@duamik2410]

Inspired... I'm at a place in my life where I want more. So I'm considering Canada... Humm lol thanks for your video

[@DRJUDE]

Moving is a great way to re-ignite that flame!

[@Susan_Brandy]

Congratulations for having a gorgeous son💝

[@stelia-ladye7090]

waooow the video is awesome you're very good communicator. Toronto a very good city. welcome to Toronto enjoy every bit of it. but it's somehow expensive.

[@peachesasmr9366]

excellent choice coming here, especially pay wise.

[@tundeetti2290]

Very nice video. Thank you

[@deesworld473]

Great Content Dr Jude! I cant wait to transition and move as a nurse. 🤗

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you Dees! Good luck!

[@nikinireti959]

Is there a part 2 as you haven't shared why you decided to move back to London which was what I really interested in ? Great video as always.

[@oluwaseunadegbenro1564]

They missed their family in London

[@mojiemy]

I too moved from UK to Calgary my experience 10 years ago was exactly the same! It's interesting that Toronto is friendly! I always considered it very unfriendly because each time I use the airport they are several levels less friendly than in Western Canada. We don't however buy milk in bags! we have bottles here like in UK but twice larger. I once had a recruiter baby sit my kids while I interviewed with a client! Canada is a fresh breath of air after UK for sure, especially for families.

[@LukeOnTheMove]

you are making me miss Toronto

[@iamdylant]

thank you for the inspiration my brother. Living in London currently and working in the financial industry as a marketing exec for a big company. One thing I always wanted to do is move to Canada after living in the US for a year.

[@DRJUDE]

My bro, Canada is a great medium between the US and the UK, you would love it..

[@iamdylant]

@@DRJUDE I think so too my brother. I would leave the UK in a heartbeat to go to Canada. Everything seems better there. The space you get there is on another level

[@FM-jo1jh]

Ya'll should consider one of the small towns in BC, always a shortage of doctors! Hope you and your family are enjoying our beautiful friendly country bro :)

[@DRJUDE]

Thanks, that is not a bad idea!

[@mbb6047]

Be careful lots of racism in those little towns. Kamloops and Kelowna are excellent spots.

[@Tea_in_the_Sahara_with_you]

I really don’t think such a cosmopolitan family would be happy in small town BC 😂

[@hegotthequaytomyheart3641]

Beautiful family!,

[@711hudson]

Toronto is one of the best cities in the world, it's the winter that kills it for me. The winter is so depressing.

[@KayDejaVu]

Its funny you mention that. They dont get that much snow and their winters are active. Perhaps its COVID. That year that Buffalo was hit with all that snow, Toronto had very little of that.

[@natemclarke]

Come to Ottawa. You haven't seen nothing yet...

[@kathyhanna9411]

Thats the fact of life in Canada.

[@GoWestYoungMan]

You can find beauty and enjoyment in anything if you look close enough. -5C, slush, and grey skies? I'll be out stomping in the puddles having a brilliant time. If you want to hate it, you will.

[@RF-hl2yq]

winter is like 80% of the year, which is why its NOT the best city in the world. How is it the best when everyone is depressed half the time, cant go out etc. Its really not that great

[@enoculum]

really love the part being 'hungry'

[@DRJUDE]

Thank you! Definitely the truth!