Struggles of African Immigrant working in Canada | Do NOT leave your country to come to Canada

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

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[@ayodejiajayi617]

Well, you are very correct. Last month was my 1 year anniversary her in Canada. I was already up the ladder in my field before leaving Nigeria. When I was coming, I already prepared my mind to start from the foot of the ladder but as God will have it, within a month, I got a job in my field which by far better than I expected. My wife who never did any appreciable job in Nigeria got a job with the govt. Believe me, it's been better for us. On discrimination, I agree with you. Our family doctor is a Nigeria and when he shared how he started, he was a cleaner in thesame hospital he is practicing now. In my office, Nigerians there are up to 10. The problem with most of us is that we want to eat our cake and have it. I started my career over 15 years ago and I know where I started from. Why will I come to a new country and expect to climb a tree from the top. Let's be reasonable jor.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Congratulations! Thanks for your validation, my brother. May God help us to be contented. Thank you!

[@cathyannpatrick6236]

What province are you in? How does a person get a job in government?

[@ayodejiajayi617]

Am in Manitoba. Just go to the government job site, you will see various vacancies. Apply for the one that suites you. If you qualify, you will be invited for assessment and if you pass that, an interview will be scheduled. At least, that's the process for my wife here in Manitoba. I equally applied for 2 jobs through thesame process

[@coolislandbreeze9906]

I subscribed for Neze; thankful for your hosting Neze

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I appreciate it. Thank you so much!

[@coolislandbreeze9906]

@@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom You are most welcome

[@marthepassoli1]

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[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Hey! Thank you so much! And welcome to the channel@

[@TheWordofGodGardenMore]

Thanks for sharing, God's blessings always 🙏🏽 New subscriber from Neze.❤ Thanks for inviting her and her family. ❤️

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

It was my pleasure to have them. Thank you so much!

[@eminitemi4513]

Enjoyed your point of view, Sis Diekola. Of course, there will be teething problems at the beginning, but if you're patient and resilient enough, you'll begin to coast in no time.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you!

[@Joyshomestead]

I totally agree with your analysis. New immigrants complain just about every discomfort. There are issues in every country, some worse than others. Here from Neze.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

True. You are welcome to the channel. Thank you so much!

[@gyaviraangel7210]

Waahoh!watching from Nairobi,Kenya in Africa..Thanks for inviting our girl barrister Neze at Thanksgiving party❤🥗🍹🍗🥞🍦🍷🍸🌭🌹

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Yes o. I was very happy to have Neze and her family.

[@helenekquaynor]

God bless you Ma, I'm a Peperempe subscriber and now yours too. I love Canadian content even though i have no plans to relocate lol

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

😊 you are welcome! Thank you so much!

[@nirvanawellness3619]

Everything depends on one's financial background before leaving one's country. Those who are poor or just average would see everywhere as paradise and have the let's_manage_mentality. Those who are from wealthy background can never put up with shit anywhere regardless of what home is. Money solves most issues even at home and gives considerable level of comfort. Most people are struggling abroad and can't afford to go home or are afraid of what people would say.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thanks! Exactly my point, if you are wealthy back home and can't take it, then stay where you are. And I think it might be an urban myth that most people are suffering abroad, especially when you compare with the multitude suffering at home. I appreciate your point of view, and thanks for watching!

[@josefelfinito6925]

And few people are suffering in nigeria, abi? 🤦‍♂️

[@Bea-Dubya]

@@ThisSideOfLifeWisdomNigerians tell me that Nigeria is Wakanda. I don’t get why they flee to other countries. Somebody explain.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

@@Bea-Dubya I personally don't think so, which is why many flee. I hope that answers your question.

[@handsonlabssoftwareacademy594]

@nivawellness My exact thoughts! U seriously nailed it bro. One thing lve also discovered is that most of these self exiled immigrants have very low self esteem n shallow thoughts This same Nigeria has produced USD based billionaires whilst some Nigerians are engaging in slavery version 5.0 as immigrants. They even gamble with their money to these countries that doesn't even need them anyway cos their have enough opinions.

[@Onedayatatimewithmercy]

My contribution to this video ma is that when you are migrating to any country all over the world you should be ready mentally physically and you should be resilient and tell yourself that you will make it in that country no matter what .it's just something you have to have in you before coming and also you should be ready for the challenges if you think you're not up to all those things and you don't have all those things I talked about I think you should not bother yourself coming

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I agree with you 💯%. Thanks for watching!

[@ashleyikpa]

A new subscriber from Neze. So content is really educative

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I am glad you find it educative. Thank you very much!

[@icetruck7564]

worked in an auto interior production company for 5yrs and then switched to transport sectors, I know how people feel when they under paid but when you get a company that pays good you will tell by the smiles on the workers face and relationship with colleagues will be eased The same goes to Countries, if you know how many Canadian are relocating abroad (Australia and other places) you will be surprised. Consistent and contentment is the only key to success no matter your location ( wished I knew)

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Absolutely. We need to be contented. And anyone can be successful anywhere in the World. Thanks for watching!

[@TheTruth-cg8vj]

As a born Canadian, why anyone would choose to live here is beyond my comprehension. You have a false belief this is a rich country, but the truth is you're made into a virtual slave by a corrupt government and oligopolies' out to squeeze everything they can out of you. It's like you're paid 5 times as much but find out everything sells for 10-20 times as much, and you're expected to assume debt to get by, with any savings impossible.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I understand what you are saying, but Canada is blessed and better than most other countries in the world. Thanks for watching!

[@TheTruth-cg8vj]

Canadians have had a under replacement birth rate going on for 40 years now. That all you need to know about how good life is in Canada.@@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom

[@josefelfinito6925]

It's alright. Go and spend 1 year in Nigeria, you'll understand. You'll save lots of money 😂

[@ainsworthduncn4352]

We have to move from the mentality of speaking badly about our African countries. What are you prepared to do to make it better? Nigeria is a rich resource country good leadership is required controlling corruption and tackling crime. It will take a coĺlective effort. Our colonizers are good at creating functional and prosperous states we can do that in Africa. We must change our mindset to do so.

[@TheTruth-cg8vj]

Canada's reality is it's a shell of what it should be. It's far more blessed than the US yet the average person only have an income of less than half because of low salaries and excessive taxation. In my case when working in the US as an Engineer, considering the far higher salaries, the lower taxes, the lower cost of everything, I'm sure my true income was three to four times greater than working in Canada@@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom

[@mohabdmu]

Probably the best thoughts on this video I’ve seen. Good one Ma.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I am glad! Thank you so much for watching!

[@feliciaokoro2872]

Thank you for being an awesome host for Neze and family ❤

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you! It was my pleasure to have them. It was fun.

[@TheWordofGodGardenMore]

Thanks you gave very important points. Yes, do your research properly seriously! ❤❤❤❤

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

👍🏽. Thank you!

[@ainsworthduncn4352]

Sometimes we do not really have to leave our countries to live in the west. Sometimes we need to try harder in our own countries first. How will Africa develop with a brain drain. Africa has so much lets start holding our leaders accountable in the way they use the resources of the country. We cant just give up and say this will not change. Let us play our part in reducing corruption. Build up Africa not our colonizers country. And yes migration will always take place for varied reasons but Africa with its resources can do better for its people. The people have to demand it though from its leaders.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I agree, the trouble with Africa is its leaders. They are the new colonizers. Thanks for watching!

[@josefelfinito6925]

Lol. Go and hold nigeria evil leaders accountable and see what happens to you. How do you hold a group of people accountable that are above the law? A group of people that have hijacked power. That's why u see military take over happening all over again in Africa. Is like you don't really know what's happening in Africa, especially west Africa.

[@solomonpeter7278]

God bless you ma’am, my fiancé is in Canada as a student but working and thriving, and i wish to join her soon but i am trying to round up my masters first in Cyprus. Msc medical biology and genetics. I really hope it’s a success when i try to join her and i get a good job by God’s grace 🙏🏿

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

You are well on your way. You already have a good start with your fiance being here. Do see all the advice I give in my videos, and you will be fine. I wish you and your fiance the very best in Canada! Thanks for watching!

[@HRL.]

It amazes me when people like him complains. Even in one's own home country. Some people who migrate are so self entitled in their mindset and expect everything to be handed to them on a platter.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I agree. Every immigrant needs a mindset shift. Thank you!

[@HRL.]

@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom Absolutely they do. They need to know they have to put in the works to earn whatever they desire, and that doesn't happen overnight. It takes a bit of a time to archive.

[@fashionstudiomagazine]

Great video. A lot of wise words!

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you! I appreciate your comment.

[@helynudott2218]

There’s so much discrimination back home of course. My brother who is in US said, I’ll rather endure discrimination here than in my own country. There are things we just have to overlook to be able to get what we want

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I agree, my sis. Thanks!

[@gibson2675]

There is a lot of discrimination in African countries not just canada

[@sunmisolaojo6447]

Your sentiments are exactly right. People need to be accountable for their work and decisions.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to comment.

[@b.3940]

Nigeria has lots of oil, a youthful and educated population, and very skilled scammers. Stay in your country and make it great. The people in rich Western countries you all are complaining about were not handed development, they worked hard, brick by brick to make those countries the way they're.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thanks for sharing your point of view! Thanks for watching!

[@CodingExpress]

Did you say Scammers

[@b.3940]

@@CodingExpress Yap. The millionaire email Prince and his cousin Innocent.

[@CodingExpress]

@@b.3940 Hahahahahha

[@ainsworthduncn4352]

I agree with the part about staying in your country and make it great. Work brick by brick to build it up Nigeria ia still a young independent country the west took over 300 years to create what you see today. Push for strong leadership in your country hold your leaders accountable let your voices be heard. Africa is definitely on the rise but it will take people determination to make their countries successful

[@OChem928]

You’re 💯 correct. Some of our people are just impatient and have a “big man” mentality.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I call it the oga and Madam syndrome. May God deliver us. Thanks for watching!

[@OChem928]

@@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom Welcome,Ma.

[@AdeyemiOla147]

Godbless you , I commented on the video,he said he had drivers while in Nigeria so he has this big man syndrome where people worship him. Ask him how much he was paying his drivers back home? Maybe 20k monthly ( Slavery money). Why can't he be paying them 150k and see maybe he will be able to afford it but since he cannot afford to such in abroad he will feel bad .

[@iamdeji]

@@AdeyemiOla147 I agree but it is mostly because the cost of living back home is cheaper. He is also not making as much as Canadian doctors in Nigeria.

[@AdeyemiOla147]

@@iamdeji cost of living in Nigeria is high just that people get help from friends and Family and a 35yrs old will still be living and feeding of parents.

[@naasinsights]

Very reasonable and objective advise

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you!

[@naasinsights]

@@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom Welcome

[@iamdeji]

Thank you for your reaction to that video. I felt the same way. Where you are might be better than somewhere else. Travelling is a good thing because it opens our eyes to what is happening in other parts of the world because a lot of what we see on TV, in media and in the news is not what is really happening on ground. Unless your life is threatened (like war), Nigerians should first travel and see what is really on ground before taking a big jump in life like Migrating. Even before you pay lots of money for school abroad, attend an open house or at least talk to people that are neutral (unbiased) and has done the same thing you are about to do.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Very wise! Thank you for watching!

[@helynudott2218]

Work culture in Nigeria is something else. I sometimes wonder whether some people are actually working even

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

We have a long way to go with the work culture in Nigeria, for sure. Thanks for watching!

[@MJ31579]

Bit of gaslighting on some topics. Even Canadians and other Western countries are complaining that they cant start a family because of the cost of living and time spent at work. So they might be productive, but it is costing people.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I hear you. There is no perfect place on earth. The cost of living has gone up worldwide, and there are pros and cons everywhere. Thanks for watching!

[@mjodoh8057]

A new subscriber from neze channel

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you!

[@DavidOgbeide-yz6kk]

Nice content my dear sister, well Said ❤

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@mobolajiasolo2443]

You are definitely on point!

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thanks my Sis!

[@adaogbeyi3947]

Nice video.People need to understand that immigration occurs for different reasons. A lot of Nigerians don't do proper research before relocating, a visit to the country would help understand the environment before you make the decision. Nigerians also need to drop the 'big man' mentality when relocating, you should understand that it is starting all over from square one.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

The 'big man' mentality is definitely a problem for Nigerian immigrants. Thank you for watching!

[@adaogbeyi3947]

@@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom You are welcome

[@Lifewideview]

I want to ask you in all honesty 'What is really the Canadian dream?'..

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

That is a deep and rather broad question. Human beings are the same, and I think the dream, whether it is Canada or any other country, is summed up in Maslow's hierarchy of needs. I spoke about this in my video - ' I moved to Canada. But where is my home and heart " You can check it out on my channel. Thanks for watching!

[@LucyMatthew-c4x]

That’s right sister thank you

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thanks for watching!

[@lindaraphael5546]

Here from neze peperempe please ma do a video about the type of job openings for immigrants in Canada.Also mention how much someone should carry to migrate

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Welcome! Please stay tuned and I will do a video about job openings for immigrants in the near future. Meanwhile you can watch this video on my channel kzbin.info/www/bejne/il7FXomFfcdsY5Ysi=xMMwrLlC9QLTwulw . And as for how much to bring when you migrate, you can find what the Canadian govt suggests at www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/documents/proof-funds.html . Thank you so much for watching!

[@handsonlabssoftwareacademy594]

No one should ever be discriminated against for any reason. When they come to Africa we welcome them with arms wide open but when it comes to them they treat us differently. Dont try to justify racism or sugar coat it with beguiling words madam, please. Be objective in ur approach.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

My position is always that the majority of people are friendly. There are racists and tribalists everywhere. Even within our own families, we discriminate, but they are in the minority. I am very objective, I have lived here for over 25 years. Please watch my other videos.Thanks for watching.

[@63saruman]

I have visited Canada twice (2017 and 2019) and stayed there for a month apiece: I was reallly unimpressed.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thanks for watching!

[@JacksonMwaka-fw5wh]

When you are in your local country, IT doesn't mean when you change your place things will also change

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

True. Success depends on you, your attitude, mindset, and actions and not on your location. Thanks for watching!

[@mebude]

Don't mind those folks born between 1950's and 1969-77 they destroyed Nigeria and first to complain about everything outside there country just to dicourage those they oppress at home not to be in a leveler with them...They cannot work on a schedule yet they can use their employee backhonme without paying for overttime, I heard the Doc is a goodman though but, I leave you all to answer the question.

[@iamdeji]

My parents were born in the early 60's. They worked 20+ years in Nigeria before moving abroad. The Canadian work environment is different from the Nigerian work environment. Canadians that were born in the 60's and worked all their life Canada have a totally different work mentality. In Nigeria (expecially in the public sector), things are more relaxed and there is less accountability compared to Canada where things are more fact paced and their more accountability.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Our work culture in Nigeria definitely needs a change. Thank you for watching!

[@emmanuelkwesiamoah8056]

If you are able to survive on $150 a month in your home country. Then you can survive in Canada.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I agree. Surviving and Thriving is definitely possible. Thanks for watching!

[@draconian8994]

People so used to short-cuts to achieve everything?

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I hear you. Thanks so much for watching!

[@civilinsight459]

Pls ma how can one as student already studying in Nigeria apply for scholarship in Canada

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

There are so many youtube channels that talk specifically about this. You can go to KZbin, search for "canada scholarship for international students" and you will find a lot of info on how to go about it. I wish you all the best, and thanks for watching!

[@civilinsight459]

@@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom pls maid there any you can recommend because am afraid of being scammed

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

@lifesparkchannel It's just information. Watch the videos,get the information, and do your own research.

[@ZachMatu]

Nice video. Very objective

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you!

[@priscillaonyinye-p5z]

In addition, some peole travel to some of these countries with dangerous ego from their home country. They are not ready to unlearn and re-learn. Such mentality will certainly affect them negatively and slow their progress.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

"Dangerous ego" indeed. Thanks for watching!

[@ladeariko7958]

Well said!

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you Sis!

[@RosetteManjoh]

True

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you!

[@bigteekool]

Well said, I like your objectivity. Especially the part that you have to work for every money/pay. This is a very educative video. The doctor hit a RESET button and the shock of the change baffled him. The stability in your home country is relative though. The Government at home is who everybody depend on. Now the government is not doing well so they feel its better to go and start again in a new country. I also like the point about your children, after all the children have their life to live.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Yes, people do need to hit that reset button when they become an immigrant. Thank you for watching!

[@johnm.3415]

😅, I watched the doctors video and I must say you’re right 💯. When leaving your country for immigration purposes it is very essential for one to have a change of mindset in the way he or she does things or else one could easily get frustrated. Ensure to leave the old and lackadaisical way of doing things back in your home country. This is Canada . It is not your home country . 😅

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you! Definitely, this is a different environment from our home country, and we need to adapt. I appreciate the comment.

[@babae.e3969]

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[@africanqueenmo]

I disagree with your analysis just because there are Nigerians in high levels at organisations doesn't mean they don't experience discrimination. You cannot compare the effects of racism with the type of discrimination we experience on Africa. You do sound a little apologetic of racist systems.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thanks for expressing your opinion, and thanks for watching!

[@priscillaonyinye-p5z]

Please ma, if we are complaining of racism there, what about tribalism and nepotism here in our beloved country?

[@okunorenolufolahan4846]

Ma, you are so well spoken, astute and a true professional, I can tell you are a boss. I want us to exchange contacts.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thank you. My contact email address is in the channel description. I appreciate your comment.

[@emmanuelasante473]

He can board plane and leave Canada and go back to Nigeria 🇳🇬, if Nigeria is better than Canada 🇨🇦

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I hear you! Thanks for watching!

[@lucksonomari4999]

Nobody goes back to Nigeria without a Canadian citizenship.

[@honesthose]

I bet Nigeria is ten times better than Canada

[@generalman3016]

Very Objective submissions

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

I appreciate you spending the time to watch and comment. Thank you!

[@sibusisondlovu7706]

Why are blocking other Nigerians - Why dont you go to Nigeria. Many of older Nigerians have messed up in foreign countries . Now the young Nigerian immigrants are suffering. Is it because you CANADA will revole your citizenship- so you are blocking your countrymen.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thanks for watching!

[@christanghilalulwa2184]

I am tired of this narrative. Even the who is telling people not to come , they are not going back to their country 😅.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

The who, you mean World health organization? Thank you for watching!

[@AdeyemiOla147]

Once we remove this mentality from our mindset we will not start grumbling about abroad: 1. Don't convert Salary to Naira before going ,you are not going to be spending Naira over there. Don't say if you are making 3000 Cad is over 2million naira. 2. Don't have the mindset that you will buy Rangeover or start building house in 6months. 3. Know that it might take you a yr to 4yrs before you start doing mighty projects back home .

[@josefelfinito6925]

Nigeria mentality. Let them be looking for quick money making scheme. It took my brother 9 years to fully settle down in US. In the end it worth it.

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Wise! Thank you so much for watching!

[@netranhara]

In addition canada treats only terrorists well. If you plan to follow the law and have a good family you will not be called or treated as "Canadians" but may be "people".

[@ThisSideOfLifeWisdom]

Thanks for your comment.