Living in Canada is the dream of many Latin Americans. Realizing this desire means offering your family, and yourself, access to quality education, greater security, employability and good pay, among other advantages.
Do you also share this ambition, but have doubts about whether it’s difficult to live in Canada? Then we have good news! Canada is the country that receives the most immigrants in the world, according to the Gallup World Poll . What’s more, the Canadian government expects to receive 1.2 million immigrants by 2023!
Quebec, in particular, has its own immigration rules and the autonomy to welcome thousands of immigrants a year! Due to the lack of labor, the French-speaking province has public policies designed precisely to welcome foreigners and their families.
We’ll talk more about this below.
Why might Quebec be a good option?
You decide you want to leave your home country to look for an opportunity in Canada. You make your list of pros and cons, you think about how you’re going to get back into the job market as a foreigner, you worry about how your family will adapt. And then the question arises: is it difficult to live in Canada?
We’ll show you how Quebec can be the solution to your woes!
Bon appétit!
Like Latin Americans, Quebecers love to socialize around a table with good food. In Quebec, it’s common for friends and family to get together to enjoy a nice dinner while enjoying each other’s company. This proximity of customs makes sociability much easier.
The Québécois way
Latin Americans are known for being intense and this is at odds with the more restrained behavior of Canadians. However, the colonization and cultural formation of the province of Quebec brought a different spice to the Québécois way, making it warmer, more supportive and welcoming.
This characteristic favors the integration of Latin American immigrants into the Québécois community. The more comfortable you feel in a foreign country, the easier it will be for you to adapt, so consider this factor when assessing whether it is difficult to live in Canada.
Job market
In Quebec, there is a great demand for people with different levels of education, especially professionals in Information Technology, Machining, Transportation, Nursing and Engineering. Even without a university degree, it is possible to earn a good salary and maintain a balanced lifestyle.
The French language and its sisters
Quebec ‘s population is predominantly French-speaking, resulting in a major advantage for Latin Americans. That’s because French, Spanish and Portuguese are sister languages! These three are Romance languages, i.e. derived from Latin, and they share many similarities. Spanish or Portuguese speakers therefore find it easier to learn French.
As mastering this language is essential for immigrating to Quebec, we also have an advantage in terms of competition. This is because many more people speak (or study) English, and compete for immigration vacancies with English-speaking people around the world who dream of living in Canada.
Because they don’t consider studying French, a large majority end up excluding Quebec as a quick gateway to living in Canada. In short, the opportunities are vast for those who are willing to learn the beautiful French language.
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See how difficult it is to live in Canada? And Quebec really is a great destination, isn’t it? Here on the École Québec blog, you’ll find facts, figures and advice for those looking to settle in the province of Québec or even just learn the enchanting French language.
Would you like to study and work in Quebec? Find out here which professions are in high demand and learn about opportunities to live in Canada!
