Just for your knowledge, if you live 20 consecutive years in Canada (without leaving Canada for more than 6 months in a year) than you will get 60% of your OAP and CPP in India direct deposit to Indian Bank or you can choose Canadian Bank.

As muslims, the biggest reason why we might consider moving back to a Middle Eastern country will be because of the islamic culture/environment and close proximity to Saudia. That's the only reason

You spoke my heart about medical health - came 6 months back , 4 year old daughter got sick, went to emergency and waited for 4 hours . Trust me, wanted to leave the country then and there

East or West, India is the Best. I am in Canada from 2000. Citizen from 2004. India is growing exponentially. Try getting a job here. Kam Kamao but Family ke saath waqt bitao. Family is not growing young. Parents are in the stage of leaving the world. They need you now. Not Later. However. Money is an imp factor. If you have money here. Paid home, less money earned is also enough. As long as you can go back and forth to meet your kids all along. India Rules. MY twins go to university this year. I spent 18 years getting them prepared. Now is the time to live my life, I am 52, here is the best I feel in India. Mumbai can give you what no other country city or continent can give you. Try it.

Strong reason : weather is not always good 👍. High property taxes , house expensive + high car insurances . Less wages according to inflation. Health system very slow due to staff shortages.

I am Bilal. I spent only 2 years in Dubai from 2016 to 2018. Right now, I'm coming to Canada. But, but, but in sha Allah Dubai phir se zindagi rahi to zaroor jaoon ga with family, chahe sirf aik saal k liye hi kyun na jaoon. I want to relive all those moments of breezy windy summers, big metropolitan city feel, metro, chappe chappe pe restaurants, 1 dirham chaye with rainbow milk, and the uber-rich feel of Dubai's grandiose buildings, roads, cars, and malls. Bachta kuch nahi wahan agar family bhi saath rakhe banda, but still its worth an experience and memories.

All points you covered are very helpful to the people living in canada or want to leave canada or even want to move in canada ,best part is that, all your point of views are based on your own experience.....👍👍

Bang on you mentioned lot of points which are limitations of being in Canada, like being away from family, obviously at one point you can afford only one grand parents since ticket prices and insurance is a huge cost now, inflation is at peak, I love to live in Canada specially in summers 😂 weather and medical systems are really big limitation. I have a toddler and she cannot play outside in winters. Have seen people moving to the USA specially second generation of immigrants due to more opportunities in the US. Good research! Keep moving! Love from 🇨🇦

I guess it's not correct to leave Canada but it's wise to keep children atleast until they complete their 10 th or 8th schools in India . Not because of education but to be street smart . No matter what we think but India can make a child wiser in aspect of people cheating on each other .

we live in Thailand from last 7years❤❤ Thailand bilkul India jaisa apna lagta hai.. yaha ki schooling, food, home, business, Temples, even doctors bhi sab bahut acha hai. Bahut sakoon hai yaha❤❤❤ sab kehte hain hume ki apne bahut achi country select ki hai rehne ke liye❤❤

Very well said Thinking about leaving very soon got my Citizenship last year and want to move as it's getting very Expensive here

All points are apt Shilpadi specially the healthcare points - the way you suffered being a healthcare employee, nobody would suffer like that in India...I was alone and suffering from chicken pox in a different state other than my hometown in India - I realised it was so painful when parents couldn't reach me or I couldn't reach my parents and that is Canada

@0.50 Gujarati people (70%) coming to Canada for easy entry to US after Citizenship. For them Canada is gateway to US. Relatives and Friends in US are waiting for them to run Motel, Restaurant and Gas station (ROKDA).

Wonderful analysis of "What after Canadian Citizenship". I guess you guys discussed many alternatives, but I feel there are some who may like to move to US. How is that as a possible alternative. Like to hear your perspective.

Hey Shilpa, we also have similar dilemma but as you guys said, for now we are more inclined towards Canada. Also I heard little bit of information about selling the investment property and tax implications on that. It would be helpful if you can make a dedicated video on selling a home and all the expenses related to that. I have seen many videos of buying a new home, but many for selling a house. Thanks in advance! Lots of Love to Amy!

I came to canada from Oman(middle east) and yes we came here already decided after citizenship we will move back to Oman. The reason is tax and also all the luxury things which is possible there. Not here. 😃

One of the most realistic and practical vlogs. Good guys. I'm in India and thinking of coming to canada as a student..and this information has helped me.

Because of severe Winter weather so many days school closes, bus transportation cancelled and so many kids experience cold allergies, and getting sick, so they take OFF from school for several days and school days are mainly in Winter.....

Hi Shilpa, loved the vlog, and for sure stability matters!

I am on the verge of applying PR. Every such video puts me more into dilemma whether I even should take up this project or not!

I would like to cover one point that some people who are working remotely right now they can live in there country without affecting their jobs and they can save more by living in their own country as we know cost of living is high in Canada compare to India. It's just my thought.

I absolutely agree with u. Nothing like Dubai.

Hi Shilpa you are too good to explain....i think you should go back to Dubai.....best part of life to spend there

Do you know Katrina Kaif? She is living in india with all her sisters and mum. I know many people who left canada and never back to canada. Your big house got no worth when 8 months in a year you can't enjoy due to weather. You are emotional about your kid's future...but I can guarantee you that if she lived in india or dubai for 2 consecutive months she will not like to come back to Canada. Also, don't think too much about the money. I am sure you can earn money in Canada after 10 years but I would suggest you to go back to dubai or india and live there few years.

hey guys very informative video. the only thing i would say that as we move towards our forties Healthcare becomes utmost necessary and if we dont get medical attention, its very frustrating. To your point yes Canada has old age swcurities but without good healthcare and the lifestyle we have, what is the life expectancy. i would rather enjoy my today than think about tommorow. And the gift that we are giving to our kids is the citizenship of a developed country.

Hi Shilpa 😁 I always wait for your videos. You and your family have become like my friends or like as u r living next door 😂... Love the way you and Amit r always so enthusiastic abt giving unbiased information. Thankyou ❤️

We were in Dubai for more then 25 years and came here from last 7 years. Dubai ki royalty yaad ati hain par yaha bhi kuchh bura nahi hain. Vancouver is very beautiful.

I’m a fairly new subscriber and just want to say that I LOVE your channel and content so much! I’ve been binge-watching content about immigration to Canada …. And your videos are among the MOST useful. Thank you so so much 💛

Hi Guys We are exactly in the same situation dubai/Australia. And all the points u mention is 100% true in Australia also. We have multiple discussions around going back to dubai , apart from the fact that it is not easy to start your life again in dubai other reasons I don’t agree. 1. Healthcare is free in CAN/AUS but if you are in dubai health care is 110% better than here being access to specialists and all the costs covered by health insurance provided by ur employer. 2. Proximity to rest of the world is far better from dubai 3. Home sickness and social life issue is minimum in dubai 4. Life style is better with easy access to domestic help and fancy cars. Btw we haven’t made our mind also to move back , we are still in that dilemma.

I got my citizenship and won’t leave canada as india is the only option and I feel canada is better than india. Better work culture and more pay. In india, I used to work a lot and less money 💰

Great video. Only thing, I'd say after Grade 9, it gets much much harder in schools

Hi Shilpa...Parul this side from Dubai...we had our conversation on Instagram....Thank you so much for this vedeo...this is very helpful...you you make it so easy for ther person ki decision lena asaan ho jata hai....thanks again...n u knw this my 1st time im messaging on youtube...bt apki video thi he itni interesting ki message toh banta hai...

Been here for 4 mnths and already worried about my son's education. He is forgetting all that he has learnt back in India.

Hello Shilpa and Amit.. I am in same mindset as yours as I too lived in Dubai and came to New Zealand. All the things you mentioned in video applies to me aswell. We are in dilemma 0:01 between Dubai and Canada 😃. I think we need go with the flow as of now and make better decision as and when opportunity comes .. very good video guys I am curious see what happens in coming years 😃

As someone new to this channel, I appreciate the video and personal insights. I’ve lived and worked across the UK, India, Middle East, NZ and Singapore. I can personally attest that there are significant opportunities, personal and professional, in being a global nomad. This not only includes exploring significant tax and investment opportunities, but also raising children in a culturally diverse environment (without a single country or ethnicity bias). A lot of folks solely focus on the “zero tax” environment in the Middle East. I’d argue that this should rather be based on what geo allows you the best earning potential, net of taxes (ie, keep the most in your pocket). I wouldn’t like to be “bound” to any one country (personal opinion) based on travel privileges, healthcare or social security/ pension, many of which might or might not exist years down the line given the incredible debt burden most of the West is under.

Admirable vid- brave of you both to discuss. Sane decision!

Good Morning Shilpaji, Bahot zabardast video. Aapne taqreeban sab points cover kiye hain. Maine bhi pichhle 23 saal mein hazaaron baar sochaa hoga ki armed with a Canadian passport, mujhe salary pehle se kaafi zyaada milegi (yes, it makes a HUGE difference if you are a citizen of Canada, US or any other developed country), lekin phir maine socha ki kya Canada ke jaisa mental peace UAE mein hai? Canada ki developed society mein itne saal rehne ke baad kya main UAE jaisi country mein jahaan apne logon ki koi izzat nahin hai, open discrimination hai (especially based on skin colour and religion), human rights abuses hain, lack of Government support hai, lack of access to justice hai, se adjust kar paaoonga? Reh reh ke jo mere saath 1986 mein hua (when the Driving Instructor said to me "Ta'al Kalb") rings in my ear. UAE mein for the most part Indians, Pakistanis, Sri Lankans, Nepalis, Filipinos, Africans apni self-respect ghar mein rakh ke baahar nikalte hain. Wahaan koi bhi GCC National sabke saamne aapko kabhi bhi be-izzat kar sakta hai and unfortunately you cannot do anything about it. Zaraa sochiye, kya aapke saath Canada mein kabhi aisa ho sakta hai? Kya aapke saath is developed society mein kisi mein bhi himmat hogi aisa jaahilaanaa vyavahaar karne ki? Location 15:00 Yes, aapne bilkul sahi kahaa. We come here for the sake of our kids' education and well-being, kyonki Canadian degrees ki poori duniya mein value hai. UAE degrees ya Indian degees (except IIT, IIM) ki koi value nahin hai. Canada ka education system itna bhi kharaab nahin hai. Not trying to be cocky lekin my daughter who was born in Dubai was just 2 years old when she arrived in Canada. Today, aside from a post-graduate degree from UBC, she also has a Power Pilot's license (free), she is fluent in 4 languages - English, French, German and Hindi (again free), a Third Degree Black belt in Karate and she is a confident, self-respecting, mature and independent woman. Kya ye sab facilities usko UAE mein mili hoti? I very much doubt it. I hope aapko jald se jald citizenship mil jaaye. Once you obtain your Canadian passport, just buy your tickets, hop on to a plane and visit beautiful European countries, Japan, Singapore, UAE, Australia, New Zealand, Latin America without a visa. What a luxury it is. 🤩 Bas India ka OCI and Canada+US ka NEXUS Card lena na bhoolein. Aapko Canada Immigration ki website and Wikipedia mein NEXUS ki har information mil jaayegi. NEXUS ek bahot zabardast document hai aur sasta bhi hai. Just $50.00 per person for 5 years. As usual, this comment has come become quite boring and mundane so I think I should stop. BTW, main 01.26.2023 ko Torotno pahunch rahaa hoon. Abhi Roterdam mein baitha hoon. I am just hoping against hope that this comment doesn't disappear.

I would suggest u to move back to india sell ur properties in canada and make a big luxurious house in india , this is the best decision as - 1. U will be close to ur family and parents 2. U will have luxurious life 3. U will have house help 4. Schooling in india is best 5. U will easily get good paying jobs in india as u have international experience 6. No heavy snow problem 7. India has amazing food and taste which u cant get in canada

We are also thinking of moving to middle east. Good to know info.

After listening this, Canada is most preferred and suitable destination for we Indian.

Glad to hear from ur point of view on the sensitive issue on why pple go back or stay after getting the Canadian citizenship 🫶🇨🇦

I and my husband also left Canada with our little one but we don’t have citizenship we have permanent residency. We left bcoz my husband got a job in Indigo airline as a pilot but in Canada no airline vacancy available.

Canada 🍁 ❤ so many work opportunities. No racism , good immigration system. Beautiful infrastructure. Good environment, people are educated nd had good manners .

@15:45, yes you may Right, some of your friends return back to Canada for those reasons, but not from USA because Kids feel almost same culture and living style, communication in USA, main benefits in USA you have choice of weather, and if you have good job than your family covered with health benefits, now USA also gives child tax benefits like Canada

If you have properties and other links to canada, you would still be taxed at the same rate on your gulf income. You will need to sell everything and sever ties

Heyyy nice informative vlog 🙏🙏 Finally Amit bhaiya ne bol hi di baat 😂😂ya agreed with all the points ... it's really difficult to shift to another country once u get settled 👍👍 good points covered 👍👍

Wonderful details, addressing the elephant in the room was absolutely essential💃💃 individual and family preferences for everyone very different 💃💃 vlog will help people to make choices easily💃💃happy vlogging💕💕

Hello all, You are absolutely correct Never say never👍 Very informative video 💯🍁 Thanks for sharing your views👏👏

I have 2 sons , Elder one studied 10 years in Canada and other one studied 9 years in Canada. Both Schools and University education better in USA compared to Canada. USA school education is also free, and so many school provides free food in school.

Put your houses for rent now you have enough funds to start your life at Dubai....you will be nearer to your parents and relatives,weather point and easy go life

Also you don't pay flat 50% as capital gain tax, it depends on tax bracket depending on profit you got from property. For example, 100000 CAD profit the tax will be around 17500 CAD without any cost of selling. If you add cost of selling, the tax will be lower.

Awesome info. Thank you for the video!!

Honestly Tourism also not at best level in Canada because only Niagara falls and CN tower not enough to attract world. So employment on Tourism industry is very less in Canada

My dilemma, the drivers licence. Having driven almost all my life in Singapore and to get to G2 licence here arrhhhhh!! Makes me want to run away… hahahah !! But so far can’t complain.

It is heaven for kids, but lonely if they are single child, very less social life for kids here... Very tough for kids without siblings

Wow excellent vlog all the points were covered. All the doubts have cleared that was there in my mind. Thank you for sharing ur views.

thank you mam for making this reality check video. now many would consider 2 times before going canada

Hello.... Wat an amazing video guys. Really appreciate in bringing this up. Much needed information. Thank you guys again for this video. Much love ❤️

I think the biggest worry for people like us (living in Dubai) is to start from scratch as a family of 4 and also things which matters like better Education and Healthcare. I think its about priorities of urself OR your children. Anyways god bless u guys and love to meet you when ur back to Dubai for a short vacation...

@0.35 mins you said after Citizenship, mostly People move to Gulf country. Not everyone. South Indians and Gujrati people move to USA. South Indians gets IT and Software, and Gujarati for business, because Canada Punjabi and USA Gujarati dominant country for Indian people migration

Loved the video . Also cpp pension and govt pension are v low i think govt pension is just 700 dollar while CPP has upper limit of 1.3k which v v few people.get . So one can't rely on it.

Normally, I Do not comment on VLOGS. As they are their personal assessment and views. However, I cannot help but to point-out 2:19 when Amit says CPP+OAS ($1,375 is avg.) is enough for good living after retirements is factually not correct. Person, has to have sizeable Retirement fund in-order to live decently. Health infrastructure is struggling to keep up (mostly due to Immigration and refuge. it's not their fault please do not get me wrong. it's mainly Infrastructure & policies cannot keep pace with the inflow) and Gov. doesn't have enough funds or Doctors for that matter.(@chitchatwithshilpa - you work at the hospital so you know what I'm talking about. We can sugarcoat as much as we like but you know the reality). Ask any PSW worker and they will have stories (about seniors) to share. if the system continues, I do not see that the time the level of healthcare required (as senior citizen) will not be available. I have see healthcare declined in last 15yrs I'm here (accelerated during the COVID). We all should be financially prepared to pay our of our pocket for Private healthcare in next 10-15 years. Unless the Sun rises in the west and sets in the east, So it's not all peaches & cream, as a retired senior surviving only on Gov. system/support in CANADA.

This is amazing information.... But u knw the best part of this..... I saw a few videos on KZfaq..... Jab bhi koi aise videos banate hai ki Canada se kyu ja rahe hai log.... They talk so negatively.... But apka video dekh k it gives a feel that achcha bura har jagah hi hota hai.... Isko dekh k atleast log demotivate nai honge but prepared rahenge for everything...... Lots and lots of 💕

Very good information Shilpa 👏🏻👌

Wonderful video. I have started binge watching your videos

Thank you. You guys cleared lot of my confusion ❤❤

Sister, ap bohat achi tabiat ki malik ho. Muskarati aisay jasay flower, awaz stylish, zahanat bohat zayada, full of energy, I think you drive your husband in each matter of life. Your husband is also very gentle, soft spoken, smily face. Your topics are so real, close to life realities, simply briefed, you are No1 youtuber of canadian indians. Be always happy and safe. Reg salman pakistan.

Hey dear catching up after a while, but it's always a pleasure connecting with u guys.. Lots of Luv to yr sweetie pie... Missed her...

Superb video.. One of its kind and very clear explanation. ❤

Thankyou you both for such good an detailed talk....

Very well structured and informative Vlog Shilpa ji.

I live in Germany, can't think of coming to Canada, far too cold. Germany is cold but not that cold. German health care system is the best, hardly have to wait .

Canada is cold but the snow clean up is quick and efficient . Going out in a dress in winter is not an option . Health care is not free , you pay for it with taxes

Waiting for your vedio ma'am... Really happy to see you.

Also can you please make a video about benefits provided by Indian Govt. Pension plans, Healthcare, Education, Taxes…. 😅because you are great in researching and explaining. But I never heard benfit details of India from you

You are 100 %right same happened with me

Please cover Canada vs Australia if you can. I’m in dilemma to move to Australia though I’m well settled in Canada & living in Canada for more than 9 years. Please make a video on Australia. Thank you

Shilpa you forgot about age pension after 65 if you want it you need to stay atleast 10 years first

Can you make video on current India? I see people going back for much better opportunities and lifestyle. And according to them it is right time to come back and explore. I am talking about people who have already bought property in India while they were here and now they have saved a good fortune and got the 50-80 lakh package there recently. Because in last few years and couple of coming years there is a drastic change in India. It is emerging as a powerful country with opportunities. Don’t forget the luxury we get there like having house help much better hotel rooms and services, malls or other infrastructure etc. If you have saved a handsome amount and het good opportunity back home you will get much better lifestyle for yourself and your children. There are international schools which match internal standards. I know fee will be high but you will earn good and can invest your savings from here in multiple sectors or simple FD if you don’t want to take risks. And your children can anytime come back to Canada for higher education let it be university in Canada or USA or any other country. Canada is no doubt a developed country but there is no further development. On the contrary Asian countries are developing at a faster pace wether it be bullet trains or other facilities. I have seen no new development in this country in past 12-15 years. The mindset of people and government in this country is taxing and giving few dollars as benefits. The can get the full Benefits of the pension you mentioned only if you have worked atleast 30 years here and claim it either after 65 or later years. That too won’t be much for luxury lifestyle. We talk about peace of mind here but when your child can not get immediate help in ER you don’t have it. And in old age you have nothing here. You are all by yourself as your children might be busy with their life. The fun of travelling within India and neighbouring tourist destinations is awesome. Here we have just Niagara Falls or extreme weather destinations where going once is enough no doubt is very beautiful. Or go to USA but you can do that now when you are here. If you earn good money back home and saved a good amount international vacations are possible. We say education system back home is not good. So how did we end up getting the best of the jobs in every best companies on the map. If you see here all good positions are filled with Indian, Chinese or other Asian people with better education. In the end, there is never enough money that could satisfy us. Luxury, lifestyle, size of our home( I have a big house with no family just me my husband and children), luxury cars that we own is superficial wishes. I don’t know if we will go back or stay here. Not there is always this dilemma for anyone who leaves there motherland and settle in other county. I love that you made this video. A hot topic to discuss indeed.

Points, very well explained .

Very well explained ...great job.. Thank you sooo much 👏

i actually cant believe u guys came out exactly my thoughts we had same issue , slogged here for 15 years in UK coz it takes more then 5-10 years overall by the time you become citizen student then student work permit and 5 years Indefinite leave then wait for citizenship and still cant call parents .. and now for 3 years we were planning should we stay or go back to India. then you start thinking about your kids and we thought the same 1st generation in new country will always suffer and mid 40s you are in dilema should you now go back and relax n reap rewards of hard work or still stay here bad weather (not as bad as canada but dull, no sunlight n so on) and hope your kids have better life while you stay here. Another prob like you mention is the stress of starting everything from zero whether its Dubai or India . We thought of Dubai but its not cheap either

Supervisa is not 2 years anymore, now it’s for 5 years

I think the real issue is why do want to be a citizen where you don't enjoy living in. No, you don't come to Canada for your kids. There are extremely good international schools in India. Lastly is lifestyle limited hours of work and the rest of the time spent on house work? The house is big because you can't spend time outdoors most of the year..

weather is big negative for canada. As you age your body will not be able to handle cold weather. I think Dubai is a better option.

Very helpfull Thank you both of you I am alwaz waiting you video and new thing We are also live in canada and thinking about back to go our country

I am living temporary in Florida, lived in Canada for 22 years, if no cold and snow would be in Canada, I would give No. 1 country in the world to live and grow family. Of course income and Luxury wise you can't compare with USA.

Very useful video we also live in arab ub tax idher bhi start ho gie but no benefits for expat so canada is good we also trying to make plan to canada best wishes for you ppl

I agree! In Dubai now but not planning to leave it.

You are a genuine person. 💖

great analysis and comparisons....

Hello Shilpa and Amit, Informative vlog.... u have covered important points✌🙌

About free healthcare It has zero value if it’s not available on time In India we have ample choice and very well trained Dr and medical staff

Very informative video. Really appreciated. Best Wishes.

Old age pension or free education hamarey he tax say pay hoti hai Is may benefit kya hai... Hamara hardwork...hai Govt.ka nahi... Salary hour based hai... Holiday not paid... Job or lmia consultant boli lagatey hai.. Too much corruption about lmia... Govt. Should take strict action..

Whats ur throughts on moving to USA after getting Canadian Citizenship. Please make video on that as well

I am canadian citizen, and i also become australian citizen last month of 2022. I had visited Dubai in oct 2022, The life style does not suit me i also lived in Middleast 6 years, but after living in Australia for 5 years i enjoy more here money is not everything. Dubai weather, and there is no outdoor life

Each country has Pros & Cons weather it’s Canada 🇨🇦, Gulf, India 🇮🇳 or USA 🇺🇸

Overall Weather+ Health care delay+ Job in original profession makes people discourage to live in Canada

Totally Right decision 👍