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Oh, Canada, the loving home to millions of people is turning 159 years-old tomorrow, July 1, and the day will be filled with parades and celebrations nationwide.
Canada is known for its welcoming culture, its beautiful landscapes and of course its snowy winters.
It has become home to millions of immigrants, with over 400,000 people immigrating to Canada in 2024-2025.
Canada Day is a time for people to come together and remember all that the country has to offer.
“I think it’s the best country in the world. We have a ton of diversity and all of those cultures coming together, but also celebrating how wonderful this big, beautiful country is,” Derek C. tells The Brandon Gonez Show.
Zack Enow has lived in Canada for a year now after moving from Cameroon and so far, he is enjoying his new home and says the country is full of “very nice” and “welcoming” people.
“I think I’m comfortable being here for the rest of my life,” he shares.
Another newcomer, Selim R. also agrees that Canadians fit the stereotype of being kind and nice people which has made his transition to a new country easier.
“I think it’s great. I mean, compared to Egypt, where I’m originally from, there’s just way more infrastructure, it’s a lot cleaner, the people here were super nice. I mean for me personally, I just find it to be really easy to adjust,” said Selim R.
For those who grew up in Canada, many love that they grew up in a place with so many different walks of life. Being exposed to different cultures impacts the way Canadians see the world.
“I can understand Punjabi, I celebrate Somali Independence Day tomorrow instead of Canada Day sometimes, and my best friends are Muslim, my family’s Catholic. I think that’s just the most Canadian thing,” said Kyra M.
As fireworks light up the sky Tuesday night, Canadians across the country, those native, newcomers and visitors, many will be marking the holiday in their own way.
