• 2020/5/19 14:02
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Canada is a country that blends different cultures, especially in big cities like Toronto and Vancouver. You will feel the culture from all over the world. Canada accepts tens of thousands of international students and new immigrants every year. For those who set foot on this land for the first time in Canada, there are some Canadian “cultures” that must be understood. Let ’s summarize them.

1.The country with the highest number of saying Sorry. The neighboring United States often teases Canadians with this. In China, there are many people who are reluctant to say "thank you" or "sorry." In Canada, a little thing such as entering the door and meeting someone who wants to go out must say "Sorry." The editor thinks that the Canadian culture is very good, and it is very conducive to building a harmonious society!

2.A bottle of Tim Hortons every day. Tim Hortons is the most famous coffee shop in Canada with the most famous chains. Like Chinese people who like to drink tea, Canadians love Tim Hortons and coffee beyond your imagination. I would rather buy a cup if you are late for the exam!

3.Garbage should be classified. Canadians are classified into non-recyclable waste, recyclable waste, and kitchen waste. Whether in public or at home, most people can take the initiative to keep the waste free. This is a good habit. International students who have just come to Canada must pay attention!

4.Go out without bank cards. Domestic mobile payment is now very convenient and fast. You can complete the payment using WeChat or Alipay, and you can go out with a mobile phone. In Canada, the most used are the Debit Card and Credit Card. As long as you tap on the POS machine, you can complete the payment under $ 100; the same is true for the $ 100 or more as long as you enter the password. Even a cup of coffee for two dollars can be swiped!

5.Serious illness going to hospitals, minor illness going to clinics. This is not to say that the hospital does not look for minor illnesses, but because the hospitals are queued up in order of priority. If it is just a cold headache, you may have to queue up for 8 hours to go to the hospital. So in Canada it is a minor illness to see the clinic / family doctor first, and then go to the hospital if you have an injury / sudden discomfort / serious illness.

6.Making appointments for almost everything. You need to make an appointment to see a doctor, repair a car, cut your hair, take a taxi, eat, etc. in Canada. Making an appointment is respect for others, because others also need to coordinate their time. Making an appointment is more convenient for you to do things yourself, because you don't make an appointment in advance, and many times you can't do it. A person who can manage his time well is a strong man in life. Appointment is just an appearance, behind it is to emphasize that everything is planned, and the essence of high efficiency.

7.Tax return once a year. Canada pays taxes every year. Even if there is no income, foreign students can still report tax. The government will refund the tax once you pay the rent. If you emigrate later, good tax filing records are also necessary.

8.Obay the traffic rules. The red light stops when the green light goes on, and the suspension of trading is necessary. No matter whether it is a car or a pedestrian, Canada abides by the traffic rules very much. Even in places where there is no traffic light, the vehicle will give pedestrians courtesy.

9. Strong hands-on ability. Canadian moms will make cakes or take care of gardening; dads will repair the house, repair the car or change the water pipes, and the lawn. One is that Canadian labor is expensive, the second is that Canada prides itself on doing its own thing, and the third is that Canadian high schools themselves also teach these courses.

10.Pay for the meal. Canadians and friends go out for dinner, AA system; One invites you to a restaurant for his/her birthday party, AA system; colleagues birthday dinner, AA system, only the one whose birthday is that day does not pay, others share. Therefore, the Canadian dining room is very happy and sincere. It is definitely not a social event. Those who can eat at a table are absolutely loyal partners.

11.Tipping in restaurants. Generally speaking, except for cities where smoking is prohibited in restaurants, most Canadian restaurants are divided into smoking and non-smoking areas, so when you go to eat, you must be careful not to sit in the wrong place. After eating in a restaurant, you are generally charged a 7% goods and service tax, but the service charge is not added to the bill. If the customer feels that the service is good, they usually give a 15% service fee.

12.Volunteer. Canadian high school students must volunteer for a certain period of time to graduate, and college students often volunteer to exercise themselves. The habit of helping others, Canadian children have cultivated from an early age! There are places where you can volunteer, such as churches, schools, communities, nursing homes, homes for strays, stray cat / dog shelters, cancer funds, festivals, etc.

13.Chinese students often suffer from high school and it is relatively easy to go to university, but many Canadian universities practice elite education. In this way, entering a Canadian university from a Canadian high school has to go up a big step. Canadian universities are still classified as “lenient in and strict out”. After the end of the academic year, there will be a considerable elimination rate. A large number of students will be eliminated every year, and at the same time, a large number of students will be transferred from other universities or colleges. It is the process of the big wave in the famous Canadian universities.

14.Independent. Canadian children often use their spare time to earn pocket money, such as shoveling lawns for neighbors, removing snow, walking dogs, and distributing newspapers. After they graduated from high school and entered college in adulthood, even tuition and living expenses were earned by themselves. From an early age, they developed the personality of being independent and independent of their parents. Domestic classmates should learn a lot, even if your parents provide you with good conditions, you should exercise yourself!

15.Work is for life, rest is very necessary. Canadians prefer vacations instead of traveling. Vacation is where family and friends choose a place to live for a week or two, and tourism is about taking pictures around scenic spots. In winter, I also love vacations, and I love to go to Cuba (tropical, five-star service is super cheap); middle class loves to go to Florida, USA; retired seniors or couples with children love to cruise. In fact, both Chinese and Canadians like vacation. But for most people in China, vacation is an extremely luxurious choice.