This is a pretty well done video. I'm from Ottawa, Canada and the life here. Has really gone down the tubes. I work as a barber and the amount of stories I hear from people that want to leave.It's growing at a rapid rate, everybody that I know is thinking about where to go next and Dubai is on a lot of peoples radar.
Hey, thanks for sharing. Yes it’s a shame that things have taken a turn for the worse. I’m hoping that things will change for the better in the future because the country isn’t what it used to be or what I remember growing up. 🤞🙏
Teacher Julie thank you very much for sharing with us your experience about Toronto your homeland and Dubai the city where you live nowadays. I love both, I visited Dubay two times and Toronto four times and I enjoyed so much that travels, I think there are a lot of difference between those cities, but they are both very nice.
Hey, my pleasure! It's great that you've had the chance to visit both Toronto and Dubai. You're right - these cities are like night and day! Which did you like better?
In Toronto, like everywhere else in the northern hemisphere, winter is THREE (not five or six) months long, like the other three seasons. Winter starts on the winter solstice on December 22 ends at the spring equinox on March 20. It's true the days are shorter in winter, like everywhere at higher latitudes. The reverse is true in the southeastern hemisphere. The sun sets here at 4:44 pm on December 22. However, that means summer days are quite long, and the sun sets at 8:22 pm on the summer solstice on June 24. Toronto winters are relatively mild compared with the rest of Canada, and they are getting milder. As I child, we would usually have frosts in October or November, but this year, I had plants growing on my balcony until late December. The coldest temperature here this winter was -20.5 C on February 3, 2024. Some people like to take ski vacations in winter, however many do find winter dreary, and it's quite common for people to go somewhere sunny in February or March. Winter is the least favorite season, it's just not as bad as this video portrays, and I suspect people in Dubai complain as much about their hot summers as we do about our winter.
Hey, thanks for sharing some more information about the weather in Toronto. It’s just a personal preference. And while yes in theory winter should be three months, it’s quite cold for more than three months out of the year. I have friends who love cold weather, it’s just not for me. Winter can definitely be beautiful but if given the choice I’d go with a hotter climate. The summers here are super hot but I don’t mind. People usually spend more time indoors and many people travel in the hotter months. For now I love seeing the sun almost every day ☀️☺️.
@@englishetcwithjulie …. Dubai is a lovely city. With healthy and cheaper food, really good friendly and happy people, expensive but cheap at the same time, not 50-75% taxation, very close to many great places *Europe, Asia… city that think about future and people, weather is just a bonus. There are many many good things, wondering why simple normal instagram posts from Dubai are blocked for people in Canada #think…
Im Canadian and lived in both countries.. Dubai is the place to be if you are young, driven and talented. Dubai is way surpassing Toronto or any North american citiy in any shape or form and in all areas.
Born in Dubai, I immigrated to Canada in 2010. I have lived in Vancouver and Toronto. I prefer Toronto over Vancouver . However, im planning on moving back to DXB cause it feels more like home.
Toronto has extremely hot and humid summers which often feel like over 40 C with the humidity. More people die every year in Toronto due to the heat and having no air conditioning than in winter. I am always cautious to overplay the Canada=winter stereotype when discussing Toronto and southern Ontario…. Don‘t forget, just south of Toronto is a wine region!
Glad you enjoyed it! It would depend on what industry you’re in and your personal situation, but I would recommend doing research about the industry you want to work in here before making the move. 😉
Hey Julie… there were some interesting insights that I found in your video. Thanks for the honest review. A quick question since you’re born and raised in Toronto please. I’m a teacher in Dubai, but I wanted to know how’s the life of a teacher in Canada in general as compared to Dubai please?
Hey, I’m glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for question. There are quite a few differences for school teachers in the UAE (specifically Dubai) compared to Canada. Here in Dubai many international schools offer accommodation for single teachers, a tax free salary and other benefits. This attracts many young, single teachers to Dubai. In Canada the cost of living is extremely high right now so benefits like this make a big difference. Another thing about teaching in Canada is that many teachers start off as supply teachers before getting a permanent placement in a school, so there can be a period of instability for new teachers to consider. However, once you get a permanent placement generally the position is quite stable. The curriculums are also quite different. In Canadian public schools, teachers have to cover a lot of social issues that aren’t really part of the curriculums here in Dubai. There are quite a few cultural differences to consider, you’ll definitely see big differences with the parents and students themselves in both places. These are just a few differences, I think there are pros and cons to teaching in different places. Hopefully this at least gives you an idea of a few differences 😉.
I'm living Dubai but I'm planing move to Canada Saskatchewan, my main propose is to settle secure life and get Canadian nationalality as I currently have my 3rd world passport. Other reason is to I is, I think Canada is much stable and work equality is much better. What is your advice?
Canada can be great for people who have 3rd world passport, to get a 1st world passport, and afterwards, you can go back to Dubai to be treat better with your 1st world passport(Canada)
Hey, as you know work in Dubai is impacted by your nationality, industry etc. Many jobs are different in Dubai and Canada in terms of salary, working conditions and the job itself. However in Canada there are clear employment laws which definitely help with equality. I think for everyone, if the place you’re going is better for you than where you came from, then it’s generally a good step. Getting started in Canada isn’t easy, but that’s the case almost everywhere these days. I think with hard work, you can do it. I know that the passport and nationality can help to open doors and I wish you the best of luck!
Hey, I’m glad that you enjoyed the video. In terms of business, it depends on the industry so I’m not able to give one general statement about it. I can say that Dubai is a hub for business and work is one of the main reasons that people move here.
Hey, honestly I’m not sure what the cause of the flooding was. It was really strange for us over here! Thankfully things were under control pretty quickly 🙏.
@@englishetcwithjulieyou don’t know, as a teacher, what caused the huge flooding, in Dubai, where you live🤷🏻♀️ That’s quite shocking! It’s due to cloud seeding!
@@sialee5926 Hey, of course there was a lot of talk about cloud seeding but most people can’t know for sure and I don’t like to share information as facts unless I know it to be true 😉. It was definitely a possibility but there was flooding in quite a few places in the region, so I personally can’t say.
Hello, Teacher Julie thank you for this great topic talking about life in Toronto versus life in Dubai. Can you tell me how much costs a flat of 2 bedrooms in Dubai?
Hi, sorry I missed this! Honestly there is a huge range of prices for real estate so I can’t give you a clear answer. It depends on the location, property type etc. You’d have to have a look online to get a more accurate idea. 😉
I am wondering, why people do not their research about weather when moving to Canada. We moved from Belarus to Toronto and for us the weather just perfect. As we used to similar one in Belarus. And I do love fall here. But all my Indian friends are complaining about the weather when moved from India. Of course, it’s a huge change. Then why to move?? Or if there are other reasons for moving, buy an appropriate cloth and get peace with the weather 😊
Hey, I agree, fall is a beautiful time of year in Canada. And yes, the weather is definitely a shock for people who have never lived in a cold climate, you absolutely need to get used to it, and a whole new wardrobe!😜
In Toronto most people speak the language of their community as their first language ( chinese, indian...) in daily life . Toronto is a juxtaposition of différent communities which do not share a common culture where English is more a common intercommunity communication tool than people's first language.
Hey, thanks for sharing your experience. While many people do speak their first language at home, with friends and family, English is spoken at work, at school, universities, in public and at all government establishments. It's not uncommon to hear people speaking different languages when you're walking around Toronto, which is one of the cool things about the city. There are many cultural groups as you said. I think it's quite a beautiful thing that people can preserve and share their own culture in Canada and have the opportunity to continue speaking their first language within their communities and social groups. However, being born and raised in Toronto, I'd say that English is definitely more than just a tool to communicate with other communities. English is necessary for daily life in Toronto.
Hi, thank you for the clear presentation. Do you pay taxes in both Canada and Dubai? If you are a Canadian citizen, I've heard your foreign earnings are used for paying taxes in Canada. Is that correct?
Hey, great question. It depends, this comes directly from the government website: “As a non-resident of Canada, you pay tax on income you receive from sources in Canada. The type of tax you pay and the requirement to file an income tax return depend on the type of income you receive. Generally, Canadian income received by a non-resident is subject to Part XIII tax or Part I tax.” www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/international-non-residents/individuals-leaving-entering-canada-non-residents/non-residents-canada.html# Hope this helps!
Yeah I agree the weather plays a huge part in how we feel. Growing up in Canada the weather wasn’t an issue, but it wasn’t until I moved to a sunny, warm climate that I really felt the difference! Now I usually visit my family in the summer.
Here is real deal comparing 2 cities. Food is extra un-healthy in Toronto. Boring life in Toronto vs Dubai. Gas is cheaper in Dubai. 50% taxes and 75% capital gain taxes are one of the worst in the earth. Weather is bad 7 months of the year in Toronto. No Skype in Dubai.
I agree that unfortunately the people have changed. I know a lot has happened to cause this but it’s sad to see. One of the things I loved most about the city used to be the people.
Dating in Toronto? Does not exist 😂 literally these days no one cares and everyone just wants to play it’s very superficial and fake now. I was hoping it’s different in emirates lol😅
Haha yes, dating in Toronto has been tough for a long time! I feel like it’s almost everywhere now, more of the time we live in than the location I guess.
Great video Julie!! I really like your way of teaching! Please keep doing it!!
I’m glad you enjoyed it! I’ll work on making more videos like this 😊
@@englishetcwithjulie yess!! Please tell us more about life in Dubai!! Was really interesting!
Wow you’ve been in so many countries. And your English is so clear, I wish other native English speakers can talk like that.
Thank you! I’m you enjoyed the video. ☺️
Quite an insightful episode. Keep doing this...
I'm glad you enjoyed it! There will be more to come.
LOVE THIS SERIES
I’m glad you enjoyed it! I’ll be making a part 2 😉
This is a pretty well done video. I'm from Ottawa, Canada and the life here. Has really gone down the tubes. I work as a barber and the amount of stories I hear from people that want to leave.It's growing at a rapid rate, everybody that I know is thinking about where to go next and Dubai is on a lot of peoples radar.
Hey, thanks for sharing. Yes it’s a shame that things have taken a turn for the worse. I’m hoping that things will change for the better in the future because the country isn’t what it used to be or what I remember growing up. 🤞🙏
Thanks a ton teacher for sharing this valuable video with us. Stay blessed!
My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it!
Teacher Julie thank you very much for sharing with us your experience about Toronto your homeland and Dubai the city where you live nowadays. I love both, I visited Dubay two times and Toronto four times and I enjoyed so much that travels, I think there are a lot of difference between those cities, but they are both very nice.
Hey, my pleasure! It's great that you've had the chance to visit both Toronto and Dubai. You're right - these cities are like night and day! Which did you like better?
In Toronto, like everywhere else in the northern hemisphere, winter is THREE (not five or six) months long, like the other three seasons. Winter starts on the winter solstice on December 22 ends at the spring equinox on March 20. It's true the days are shorter in winter, like everywhere at higher latitudes. The reverse is true in the southeastern hemisphere. The sun sets here at 4:44 pm on December 22. However, that means summer days are quite long, and the sun sets at 8:22 pm on the summer solstice on June 24. Toronto winters are relatively mild compared with the rest of Canada, and they are getting milder. As I child, we would usually have frosts in October or November, but this year, I had plants growing on my balcony until late December. The coldest temperature here this winter was -20.5 C on February 3, 2024. Some people like to take ski vacations in winter, however many do find winter dreary, and it's quite common for people to go somewhere sunny in February or March. Winter is the least favorite season, it's just not as bad as this video portrays, and I suspect people in Dubai complain as much about their hot summers as we do about our winter.
Bro, its good 7 months winter - from 10/08- 05/08. Cmon - it is cooooold and windy.
Hey, thanks for sharing some more information about the weather in Toronto. It’s just a personal preference. And while yes in theory winter should be three months, it’s quite cold for more than three months out of the year.
I have friends who love cold weather, it’s just not for me. Winter can definitely be beautiful but if given the choice I’d go with a hotter climate. The summers here are super hot but I don’t mind. People usually spend more time indoors and many people travel in the hotter months.
For now I love seeing the sun almost every day ☀️☺️.
@@englishetcwithjulie …. Dubai is a lovely city. With healthy and cheaper food, really good friendly and happy people, expensive but cheap at the same time, not 50-75% taxation, very close to many great places *Europe, Asia… city that think about future and people, weather is just a bonus. There are many many good things, wondering why simple normal instagram posts from Dubai are blocked for people in Canada #think…
And super clean without smell of homeless people *wishing them all the very best.
Dubai is extremely safe for Women’s, Kids = priceless.
I love what you described as an Iranian living in Canada, wanting to move to Dubai
Glad you enjoyed the video!
From Dubai living in Toronto. Love Toronto, it's just different.
Really , it's an invaluable video .
Glad you think so!
@@englishetcwithjulie you are the cream of the crop teacher.
Really great info julie.
Glad it was helpful!
Im Canadian and lived in both countries.. Dubai is the place to be if you are young, driven and talented.
Dubai is way surpassing Toronto or any North american citiy in any shape or form and in all areas.
I agree with you!
Born in Dubai, I immigrated to Canada in 2010. I have lived in Vancouver and Toronto. I prefer Toronto over Vancouver . However, im planning on moving back to DXB cause it feels more like home.
Toronto has extremely hot and humid summers which often feel like over 40 C with the humidity. More people die every year in Toronto due to the heat and having no air conditioning than in winter. I am always cautious to overplay the Canada=winter stereotype when discussing Toronto and southern Ontario…. Don‘t forget, just south of Toronto is a wine region!
Love this video. Any advice on how to make the move from Toronto to Dubai?
Glad you enjoyed it! It would depend on what industry you’re in and your personal situation, but I would recommend doing research about the industry you want to work in here before making the move. 😉
@@englishetcwithjulie solid advice, thank you!
Hey Julie… there were some interesting insights that I found in your video. Thanks for the honest review.
A quick question since you’re born and raised in Toronto please. I’m a teacher in Dubai, but I wanted to know how’s the life of a teacher in Canada in general as compared to Dubai please?
Hey, I’m glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for question. There are quite a few differences for school teachers in the UAE (specifically Dubai) compared to Canada.
Here in Dubai many international schools offer accommodation for single teachers, a tax free salary and other benefits. This attracts many young, single teachers to Dubai. In Canada the cost of living is extremely high right now so benefits like this make a big difference.
Another thing about teaching in Canada is that many teachers start off as supply teachers before getting a permanent placement in a school, so there can be a period of instability for new teachers to consider. However, once you get a permanent placement generally the position is quite stable.
The curriculums are also quite different. In Canadian public schools, teachers have to cover a lot of social issues that aren’t really part of the curriculums here in Dubai. There are quite a few cultural differences to consider, you’ll definitely see big differences with the parents and students themselves in both places.
These are just a few differences, I think there are pros and cons to teaching in different places. Hopefully this at least gives you an idea of a few differences 😉.
Are you a Canadian citizen? What kinda of Visa allows you to live and work in Dubai?
Hi.its amazing.
Hey, thanks, so glad you liked it!
I dont mind both.. but canada is way closer to my place here in Michigan.. but Dubai, you have to spend so much money to get there..
For sure, if you want to be close to home, location is something to consider! 😊
I'm living Dubai but I'm planing move to Canada Saskatchewan, my main propose is to settle secure life and get Canadian nationalality as I currently have my 3rd world passport. Other reason is to I is, I think Canada is much stable and work equality is much better. What is your advice?
Canada can be great for people who have 3rd world passport, to get a 1st world passport, and afterwards, you can go back to Dubai to be treat better with your 1st world passport(Canada)
Hey, as you know work in Dubai is impacted by your nationality, industry etc. Many jobs are different in Dubai and Canada in terms of salary, working conditions and the job itself. However in Canada there are clear employment laws which definitely help with equality. I think for everyone, if the place you’re going is better for you than where you came from, then it’s generally a good step. Getting started in Canada isn’t easy, but that’s the case almost everywhere these days. I think with hard work, you can do it. I know that the passport and nationality can help to open doors and I wish you the best of luck!
Julie, well compared the cities.
I am curious to know about the business climate in Dubai since you are there for the last few years. Best wishes.
Hey, I’m glad that you enjoyed the video.
In terms of business, it depends on the industry so I’m not able to give one general statement about it. I can say that Dubai is a hub for business and work is one of the main reasons that people move here.
Thank you so much!
Any chance you could do a quick private consultation?
Do the Pros & Cons!
@@sialee5926 Thanks for the suggestion, it’s a great idea 👍.
Hi Julie, if you're still in Dubai, how has the floods been there, and what is thought to be the cause of the floods?
Hey, honestly I’m not sure what the cause of the flooding was. It was really strange for us over here! Thankfully things were under control pretty quickly 🙏.
Ask Uncle Sam
@@englishetcwithjulieyou don’t know, as a teacher, what caused the huge flooding, in Dubai, where you live🤷🏻♀️
That’s quite shocking!
It’s due to cloud seeding!
@@sialee5926 Hey, of course there was a lot of talk about cloud seeding but most people can’t know for sure and I don’t like to share information as facts unless I know it to be true 😉. It was definitely a possibility but there was flooding in quite a few places in the region, so I personally can’t say.
Hello, Teacher Julie thank you for this great topic talking about life in Toronto versus life in Dubai. Can you tell me how much costs a flat of 2 bedrooms in Dubai?
Hi, sorry I missed this! Honestly there is a huge range of prices for real estate so I can’t give you a clear answer. It depends on the location, property type etc. You’d have to have a look online to get a more accurate idea. 😉
I am wondering, why people do not their research about weather when moving to Canada. We moved from Belarus to Toronto and for us the weather just perfect. As we used to similar one in Belarus. And I do love fall here. But all my Indian friends are complaining about the weather when moved from India. Of course, it’s a huge change. Then why to move?? Or if there are other reasons for moving, buy an appropriate cloth and get peace with the weather 😊
Hey, I agree, fall is a beautiful time of year in Canada. And yes, the weather is definitely a shock for people who have never lived in a cold climate, you absolutely need to get used to it, and a whole new wardrobe!😜
You must visit a few cities in India to find out why Indians complain in Canada. Good luck
In Toronto most people speak the language of their community as their first language ( chinese, indian...) in daily life . Toronto is a juxtaposition of différent communities which do not share a common culture where English is more a common intercommunity communication tool than people's first language.
Hey, thanks for sharing your experience.
While many people do speak their first language at home, with friends and family, English is spoken at work, at school, universities, in public and at all government establishments. It's not uncommon to hear people speaking different languages when you're walking around Toronto, which is one of the cool things about the city. There are many cultural groups as you said. I think it's quite a beautiful thing that people can preserve and share their own culture in Canada and have the opportunity to continue speaking their first language within their communities and social groups. However, being born and raised in Toronto, I'd say that English is definitely more than just a tool to communicate with other communities. English is necessary for daily life in Toronto.
I'm from India I have been here 20 year and for me greatest city Dubai, I wish to live here.
Living in Canada and wish moving there one day ....
I am interested in Dubai
It's a great city!
I’m not interested in Dubai. But I do want to know the comparison.
@@felixsolano1468 it's OK Dubai is good to visit
Hi, thank you for the clear presentation. Do you pay taxes in both Canada and Dubai? If you are a Canadian citizen, I've heard your foreign earnings are used for paying taxes in Canada. Is that correct?
Hey, great question. It depends, this comes directly from the government website: “As a non-resident of Canada, you pay tax on income you receive from sources in Canada. The type of tax you pay and the requirement to file an income tax return depend on the type of income you receive. Generally, Canadian income received by a non-resident is subject to Part XIII tax or Part I tax.”
www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/international-non-residents/individuals-leaving-entering-canada-non-residents/non-residents-canada.html#
Hope this helps!
…unless you like winter sports!
For sure! If you like winter sports, Toronto is a great option. :)
Toronto is cooooooooooolllllllllldddddddddddd and windy - negatively affecting everyone…science behind that
Yeah I agree the weather plays a huge part in how we feel. Growing up in Canada the weather wasn’t an issue, but it wasn’t until I moved to a sunny, warm climate that I really felt the difference! Now I usually visit my family in the summer.
@@englishetcwithjulie yep, over 90% people don’t have the courage to wake up.
Here is real deal comparing 2 cities. Food is extra un-healthy in Toronto. Boring life in Toronto vs Dubai. Gas is cheaper in Dubai. 50% taxes and 75% capital gain taxes are one of the worst in the earth. Weather is bad 7 months of the year in Toronto. No Skype in Dubai.
… one more thing, no homeless people in Dubai *they offered place to live or leave the country. Toronto, Vancouver downtown smell is …
I would LOVE TO MIGRATE TO DUBAI, from pathetic Toronto!
It's a great city, I've really enjoyed it so far.
❤
Nobody really from Toronto pronounces the second ‘T.’
Hi, yes many people don’t, I prefer to 😉.
Who cares... nobody really. 60% of torontoians arn't even from Toronto.
Toronto sucks ,period!!! Cold city and extremely Cold people
I agree that unfortunately the people have changed. I know a lot has happened to cause this but it’s sad to see. One of the things I loved most about the city used to be the people.
No offence, but Dubai sounds like hell.
Different strokes for different folks.
None taken. For sure, not every place works for everyone.
Toronto is the best city in the world if you have money.
Money makes a big difference! I think it’s the case everywhere these days.
Dating in Toronto? Does not exist 😂 literally these days no one cares and everyone just wants to play it’s very superficial and fake now. I was hoping it’s different in emirates lol😅
Haha yes, dating in Toronto has been tough for a long time! I feel like it’s almost everywhere now, more of the time we live in than the location I guess.
I wouldn’t live in Toronto or Dubai. Crap cities.
To each their own, everyone has to find the place that is best for them.