Where should I move? Canada or France?
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Hello! I am an American college student who will graduate in a few years with a Economics/Finance Bachelor's degree. Although I love and support my home country (USA), I really want a change of scenery/culture. I've always been intrigued by French culture, and I've read that both Canada and France are great places to live. If I moved to Canada, I would prefer to live in Montreal, or somewhere else in Quebec, due to the French culture. Anyway, to my question: For a young American with a Bachelor's degree, what would you recommend as the place to move to? Would you recommend working my butt off and trying to make it in France (I've heard visas and jobs are not easy to come by these days), or should I focus my sights on Montreal (my only complaint is that it's quite cold, but coming from the northeast USA I should be ok)? Where would you go, and why? P.S. I speak limited French, but I will definitely study intensively before traveling. Please help me figure this out, and any elaboration is really appreciated! Thanks!!!!
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Answer:
I've lived in both, I prefer Canada. I'm bilingual. You are going to need a number of years of intensive French before you are anywhere near working in it, even in retail. Could you complete your university exams in French, write a resume and hold phone conversations about work?
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Canada.
Sophie Sahira
Move to japan. Do it.
Spike
I lived in France for 10 months last year. People often ask if I want to go back there and go to school/work and I always say "no." While I did enjoy France, it does not compare to Canada (born and raised in to Toronto area). I'm going to make a generalization here but Canadians are much nicer and more open than the French are. Also, the French aren't too keen on Americans so that may cause you some problems. In the end it is your decision, but overall I find Canada a better place. ** Also, prices in France are really high compared to North America. That's also something to take into consideration.
CASEY!
it depends...Quebec isn't canada's official bilingual province New Brunswick is Life in France is much harder as it will take you 10 years to get your citizenship and not many people may be able to understand you. ask yourself, will it be worth it? but if you really want to challenge yourself, go for it! If i were you, i would go to Canada (I live in Canada by the way, but in the province of Ontario where French isn't really a must) It's much easier as most people here are able to speak both English and French, plus your family will be a lot closer to you
Penelope Rodrigues
i would say france hands down it's hard to get a good job in canada. but since you don't know a lot of french go to canada so you can get the french and english plus if you forget a word the Canadians won't curse you out. lived in both i liked living farther away from usa since i was born in Canada and lived in America and visit France for the summer
Lovergurl
I say Canada because even if you become completely fluent in French, it would still be nice to be somewhere where most people can understand/speak English. Just in case.
VictoireduNord
Why not to try find job in Syracuse, Albany NY or Maine, Vermont (close to Quebec)? That way you maybe have only 2-3 hours of drive, live in the U.S but are close enough to Quebec to experience French culture every week or two weeks? Then you enjoy lower prices of American consumer goods and unique Canadian French consumer goods and culture? And you don't have to hassle with immigration red tape. Do research a little bit of research on rent, gasoline, utilities, everyday expenses, income-based salaries, how often you plan to be there?
master343
Montreal would probably be your best bet. Montreal has a vibrant french culture but there are so many english people there as well so it might be easier for you in terms of language. Also, it's much closer for visits home! In terms of weather, much of the northeast us is actually farther north than montreal so i don't think you'll notice any change in the weather... Also, I'm Canadian but I visited Europe for all of 2009 and spent some time in France and overall I think Canadians are friendlier than French people. I don't mean that French people are unfriendly... I just think it's their nature to be a bit more stand-offish and self-centred while in Canada people value openness and friendliness... There were some very helpful and nice people I met in France and there are some assholes in Canada... but overall, Canadians nature is more pleasant. Also, financially Canada is cheaper and more on par with the american dollar. Another thing to consider is culture and entertainment. Canadian culture is very similar to American... Same tv shows, music, etc. although I have never lived in Montreal so I'm sure there are some more french cultural influences. France would offer a completely new cultural experience. But there are benefits to both! It's your decision and I'm sure you'll end up loving whatever you choose.
MK
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