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Princedriss

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I am DV2013 winner with late CN and at the same i am applying for Canada immigration and i have 16 months to have the canadian visa of immigration.

When I see the expensive cost of health and education in US

The question is : what is better, a green card in US or residence card in Canada ? to have US passeport or Canadian passeport ? to live in Toronto or live X big city in US ?
 
I have a friend who immigrated to Canada when his US student visa ran out (he graduated). He was having a hard time finding a decent permanent job because he didn't have Canadian certifications, experience, nor connection. His wife used her Canadian green card to re-enter USA and found a job here. She has since obtained a US green card and divorced him. He decided that living in Canada wasn't worth it, so he returned home to his country.

This is just one case, and you might very well do better than him. I'm just sharing what I know.
 
I don't know either USA or Canada,but i'll tell you this:The first light is the one that shines the most.
You can't have both or can you?
Regards.
 
If i was in your situation, i would try Usa first, you got green card you will probably have not again a chance like that in your life, it's worth a try.
You can always later reapply for Canadian permanent card, as i know it's much easier to get in Canada than in the Usa.
Anyway you can still compare country advantages and drawbacks and choose the one that will maybe fit you the best.
 
I lived in USA for a year & now am in canada for study... well, Canada is special, you have to know someone to get a good job, to rent a good appartment... Bascaly, if you know no one, you will strugle in every aspect because here, what matter most is who you know not what you can do...

Me i keep applying for the lottery because i find the usa much better, more opportunity.

Do not only look at medical expenses & unitersity fees...
Canada is a pretty expensive place to live so at the end, you spend more in canada than in usa...
University fees for resident in usa is between 7000 to 15 000 per year for in state resident, in canada, it is 6000$.
now, expensve food, expensive houses (when buying), expensive gas... at then end, you spend pretty much the same
 
Hi, I'm new to this forum.
My brother lives in Canada. He and his girlfriend love it there. My sister studied there as well, and my whole family enjoys our trips there. People are nicer. Cost of living not that bad, depending on where you live. Obviously more expensive in the bigger cities. But like someone else said, it's harder to get your foot in the door if you have no Canadian experience or education. But it's not impossible. It also depends on your field of work. I plan on starting my paperwork for moving there too. It is expensive to get all the certifications needed.
Now it may be easier to find a job in the US. I studied there and lived/worked there for a couple years. Salaries are higher, and you could always choose to live somewhere where the cost of living is lower, like Texas. NY city, Chicago, California... expensive and takes a while to get on your feet. Do not be concerned about university fees. There is government aid and student loans for university. Your biggest concern should be medical bills if something serious happens. Make sure you get good insurance.

I would say, take the opportunity that comes first. Do not pass up whichever is offered.
 
My husband is Canadian.

We enter the green card every year now.

Enough said on where he stands! lol

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first_time said:
Hi, I'm new to this forum.
My brother lives in Canada. He and his girlfriend love it there. My sister studied there as well, and my whole family enjoys our trips there. People are nicer. Cost of living not that bad, depending on where you live. Obviously more expensive in the bigger cities. But like someone else said, it's harder to get your foot in the door if you have no Canadian experience or education. But it's not impossible. It also depends on your field of work. I plan on starting my paperwork for moving there too. It is expensive to get all the certifications needed.
Now it may be easier to find a job in the US. I studied there and lived/worked there for a couple years. Salaries are higher, and you could always choose to live somewhere where the cost of living is lower, like Texas. NY city, Chicago, California... expensive and takes a while to get on your feet. Do not be concerned about university fees. There is government aid and student loans for university. Your biggest concern should be medical bills if something serious happens. Make sure you get good insurance.

I would say, take the opportunity that comes first. Do not pass up whichever is offered.
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yeah..I DO AGREE what first_time said.I am from Canada But I have never been to U.S.As I know that Canadian love and grab every oppurtunity for cross-border shopping as taxes are less in U.S.Overall Canada is expensive by almost 15%-25% of price that is in States.YES its true that job finding is HARD in Canada(I agree with jayo2k).Even harder for new-immigrants who are without any Canadian experience,without Canadian references.Its very hard for those who don't know english/french.
BUT Canada is also called the land of immigrants,a multicultural country.I am proud to be a Canadian BUT I also have some reasons to try for States.As Its relatively EASY to enter in my profession in States than in canada.I think there is no need of "canadian sort"of experience.
As far as "Lifestyle " is concerned in States or Canada,there is not much difference.Canada is BETTER as far as Health-care is concerned(paid by government through taxes) BUT sometime long waiting list for appointments,surgeries etc that also sucks.As somebody said "in U.S. patient dies of without health insurance and in Canada patient dies of waiting.
So it all depends on ones priorities where to live.
Government loans/student aids are there in both countries.Most of Canadian students go to University with government loans.
so guys choices are everywhere and we have to choose according to our requirement.

Thanks
 
I know some Canadians make sure they put their flag on their luggage so they don't get confused for being American lol

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My advice is to avoid Canada"She is a BIG HEN eats a lot but lays a very small egg at the end of day." :)
People are attracted by saying that it is "Multicultural & Land of opportunities". In fact it is a land of multicultural groups living in their own domains with very limited opportunities. Bringing Immigrants from around the world is a business to develop their own economy.
I packed cheese with doctors,engineers n highly educated.So think twice before you plan to invest all of your savings.
I met people who told how they use to live normal happy life before and how they are living now because they were attracted the same way.
 
People from places do not like Americans, but I've never heard anyone complain about Canadians. Still, strike he iron where it is hot. You're a dv winner, go to America! As nice as Canada is, easier to make it in the US and that is what matters.
 
Princedriss said:
Life is better in US than in CAnada? i just understand that canada is a lie ?
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"Neither Canada is a lie nor is States'....Both are developed countries with good- life.Standard of living is almost same (very different than Asia ofcourse).It all depends what your education background is(or if somebody has that HIGHER education).Canada is very choosy-not all immigrants can accept it as their home country.(canadian experience,language barrier,cultural difference,soft skills for a job etc,getting in regularte professions)It all depends upon individual priorities-some people with good education background are ready to change their profession BUt there are others that cannot,So they face emotional and finicial stress due to survival jobs,same as in any other country.Life is GOOD in both countries as Government support is there(low income families get child benefits-in Canada only)
BUT there is saying that "Grass looks greener on the other side"....as living in every other country has their own pros and cons.All that matters is "what are your priorities for immigration".
 
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