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A Chinese Canadian netizen posted a post asking “the reason for not returning to China” and received a large number of comments. This revealed that most people chose to stay because of their children’s education, workplace environment, freedom of living, and the high cost of returning to China for reconstruction.
It is generally believed that the cost of living in North America is relatively high compared to Asia, and the long winter in some areas also makes many people feel bored or depressed, but manySugar Yet chose to continue working, paying the mortgage, and raising children. an immigrantCanada 8 yearslittle red book A Chinese netizen named “It’s Shirley!” Recently an article was posted inviting everyone to give “one reason not to return to China.” More than 300 comments came on this. Answers ranged from children’s education, workplace environment to family relationships. Some people admitted that after many years of life, it is no longer easy to start again.
Shirley said that people around her often criticize Canada’s medical efficiency, education system and living environment, describing the place as rustic and boring, but there is no conflict between complaining and living. Some people stay because their children have adapted to local education, some have become accustomed to work and the rhythm of life, and some because the longer they stay, the higher the costs of returning to the country to rebuild their careers, connections and living conditions. Ultimately, there may be no apparent reason, and they simply stop living their lives.
Many netizens regard children as their biggest idea. Some immigrant families say that their children have lived in North America for many years, and their Chinese proficiency, academic status, and curriculum progress may not be able to connect with domestic education. If they return to their home country to study in international schools, the fees may not be affordable. Children have become accustomed to less competition in exams, participating in sports and learning multiple languages and do not want to change their environment suddenly, so parents have no choice but to stay put.
Work culture is also an important factor. Some netizens like Canada’s “off-duty is off-duty” limit. They believe that the workplace rarely requires unproductive remuneration, supervisors often do not intrude on privacy, and there are relatively few restrictions on age, gender, and job transfer. Some mentioned that the workplace environment is conducive for women and they can take maternity leave with peace of mind; Others value institutional protection for people with disabilities, victims of domestic violence, and disadvantaged groups, believing that these details of life bring a sense of security.
The natural environment and rhythm of life also resonate much. The air quality, less crowds and peace, free scenic views and camping conditions are all reasons why netizens are willing to stay. Some people can go fishing every day after work, watch the ocean and enjoy the sunset, while others prefer the clouds, sunset and peace of Canada. He describes these “scenes that you can see when you look up” as the most tangible pleasure.
There were also several interesting answers in the comments area, including Costco hot dogs, poutine, generous portions of ice cream, and no highway tolls. However, not everyone thinks Canada is better. Some people can’t stand the harsh winters and high rents, while others miss China’s food delivery, online shopping, delicious food, and housekeeping services. He even says that “there is no reason not to return to China.”
Another netizen pointed out the most realistic dilemma. Staying in Canada may not be because you particularly like it, but because you will not be able to find suitable jobs, housing and social resources after returning to your country, and it will be difficult for your children to adapt again. One netizen concluded that no matter what country they live in, people will complain; When economic conditions are adequate, life can be comfortable everywhere, but when resources are insufficient, everyone will have different pressures. For many overseas Chinese, moving to a foreign land is not a sweeping affirmation of a new country, but rather a choice between children, work, freedom, family and real costs to live a life that is more suitable for them in the present.
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Because the post directly asked “the reason for not returning home”, it allowed overseas Chinese to clearly explain the realities of their education, work, family and life at once, and also reflected everyone’s complex mentality about returning home.
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The most commonly mentioned issues are children’s education and adaptation. Many families are concerned that it will be difficult to return to the home system in terms of Chinese language proficiency, student status connections, and curriculum progress. If they change to an international school, it will add a huge burden.
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Many people value Canada’s more delimited workplace culture, security for the disadvantaged and women, and the tranquil natural environment; Some also acknowledge that the costs of rebuilding work, housing, and connections after returning to China are very high.
