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@puneetkashyap5802

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mam, thanks for your information, It’s really good video, I am an Indian, now I am 44 years, can I come & work in Germany, I am working in Garments export company as a Quality Assurance Manager . Can you advise me & help me in this regard. Waiting for your reply.

@puneetkashyap5802

3 жыл бұрын

Waiting for your reply mam.

@puneetkashyap5802

3 жыл бұрын

Can I get Germany I d card, Waiting for your reply.

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

@@puneetkashyap5802 of course! You’ll have to go to your local Auslanderbehörde to get more information on what specifically you will need for your case. 🙂

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

@Bestill Findrest ahhh Cape Town 🥰 a beautiful city - you’re right for loving it there! I did too!! And if there’s one thing I’ve still not gotten used to here it’s the unfriendliness of some 😞

I am very shocked about the 10 days vacation time per year. Unbelivable. I think that's why I never met a canadian citizen anywhere.

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Artjom Maier 😂😂 ... if you’re with a company for a long time or you find a great one, you might get lucky and start with more! But many people, like myself, started with 10 days!

@nuuya

3 жыл бұрын

@@lifeingermany_ how is life then, if you are not able to live your life, when you can only sleep and work? We in germany live for our vacation and after the 2 or 3 weeks off, we counting the days to have another week or two off. I would die, if I hat NO TIME or only 10 days for me 😵

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

nuu-ya hahaha it really did burn me out! I’m so thankful to be living in Germany now!

@ArgusStrav

3 жыл бұрын

In the US, we don't even have a guaranteed amount of vacation time. White collar workers will get 10-15 days, but poor workers basically only get time off via unpaid days, which is obviously difficult.

@marlenerodriguezrodriguez6531

3 жыл бұрын

If you are in shock, you should know in Mexico, we only have 6 days of vacation (+10 holidays) this is the moment when you can cherish your vacation.

7:00 when I was still at the office in Munich I had to write down every day the time I came and the time I left into an Excel sheet, and it calculated the hours. Every month I printed the sheet and gave the paper to my supervisor and when the account had more than 50 hours more than I had to work, she said: "You need to take a day off or I will go to jail". Now THAT's what I call work-live-balance!!

@ThePhantom712

3 жыл бұрын

I hear what ur saying here in Canada like the small towns if u do a job u can add extra hours if the company and staff dont care. In the night i should be working 10 hours but sometimes we work 6 or 8 hours but we put 10 hours instead they dont care.

@dhruvadeshmukh1248

3 жыл бұрын

@ullistein i have heard once that in some european country probably spain someone was fired because they worked more than office hours 🙄

@nenadjovic1293

3 жыл бұрын

Not by my Chef, too much work is still not enough for him. I’m really amazed of Canada’s Landscapes and Nature and I hope I can visit the country one day

@pashvonderc381

3 жыл бұрын

Yep same here, our boss gets a bit shirty when the Überstunden reaches a certain level, it’s then a case of “ can you take a day off or go earlier ?”

@sylviav6900

Жыл бұрын

Yes, by law, we couldn't work more than 10 hours a day and have to level it down to 8 hours a day in average over a 6 months' period. If you as an employee work longer hours than that, your boss is made responsible, as well. Of course, there are always bad bosses, who tell you to work more but only report 10 hours - but that should be a red flag for you and for you to start looking for a new job.

I'm from Toronto and have lived abroad in Europe as well, and I always get asked the same question. My european friends can't understand why I prefer life on this side of the pond, but I agree with all of the points you made! I MUCH prefer the work/life balance here, I feel like I could never go back. It's so stress free in comparison and the proximity to so many other countries/cultures is priceless!

I am also a canadian who lives in Germany. OK, Iwe moved to Germany when I was 11 and now I am 66. I still am Canadian because I never wanted to give up my Canadian being. But I think Germany offers me a lot more. But on the other hand my "heart" is still canadian.

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t have said it better myself 🥰✊

@Grohlizm

3 жыл бұрын

When I move to Germany I’m probably gonna get rid of my American being 😂✌🏼

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

@@Grohlizm 😝

@Humpelstilzchen

3 жыл бұрын

@@Grohlizm You lost your Burrito? Damn... 😂

@paritoshprabhudesai

3 жыл бұрын

@@Humpelstilzchen 😂

It's always nice to watch videos like that, because as a German I cannot free myself of complaining about stuff, to realize how good Germany really is.

@vancouvercanada9179

2 жыл бұрын

It’s really not there are allot nicer place in the world Japan, Australia ect..

I'm from Germany and still live here. It's really interesting to learn how someone from abroad made all these (for us normal) experiences here. I'd like to watch more of your content :)

@farhanaly6050

2 жыл бұрын

I m from India can you recommend me which country should I immigrate I am very confused Germany or Canada ❤️

@Melikeyilmazk

10 ай бұрын

​@@farhanaly6050did you choose a countey

@leonardman5935

2 ай бұрын

stay in india :P , dont you love India bro@@farhanaly6050

As someone who ditched Germany in favour of Canada and never looked back it has been interesting listening to the contrarian view. For me, Canada has worked better. There are many reasons that make Canada better, including some that you mentioned as a plus for Germany. It's personal perception. I grew up in Munich and left it for Southwestern Ontario.

@lifeingermany_

2 жыл бұрын

I’d love to watch a video of this one day! I find it so interesting to see the other side of the picture! I wonder if there’s any vloggers from germany in Canada talking about this!

@Bambotb

Жыл бұрын

Yes make a video please...i also prefer canada to Europe..can't wait to go

@emilio2647

Жыл бұрын

@@lifeingermany_ I hope you don't mind me asking but did you leave Canada because of the high cost of living there?

@lifeingermany_

Жыл бұрын

@@emilio2647 I left to be with my German husband 🥰 however, the high prices are what definitely prevent us from ever going back! 😖

Very helpful! Great content. Huge thanks for putting all this together!

I love you video, I am a Canadian, and I've moved to Germany for the exact reasons you mentioned. Thanks a lot.

@mrcool2107

2 жыл бұрын

That's dumb decision you ever nade

@hallo-xp2wh

2 жыл бұрын

@@mrcool2107 y

Sehr schön, das Leben in Deutschland mit Deinen Augen zu sehen. :)

Schön das du da bist!!!! Tolles Video!!!!

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

HierBinIck 🥰 vielen lieben Dank 🤩

I’m from Toronto. I moved here, with my German wife in 1982 thinking 2 years or so and then back to Canada… still here!

Love you and your smile also you've told pretty good reasons. I appreciate.

Moin, hab deinen Kanal gerade entdeckt. Klingt interessant. Freu mich auf mehr. LG

You are great in providing useful information.

Your channel is so helpful and cool, enjoying to listen to your stories and provided information. Thank you :)

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🥰🥰

I am Canadian, live in California and travel in Europe. You are so right about the work life balance. In the US and Canada 10 days vacation when you start a job is pretty standard and you are made to feel you are lucky you have the job. There's so much consumerism that everyone has to work a lot to support their 'retail fix' habits.

@Bambotb

Жыл бұрын

🤣

I share your sentiments.... and now you got me curious so Canada is now on my bucket list :-)

Wow, very professional right from the start!

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Wulfilasify1 🥰🤗 thank you so much!!!

seems quite helpful 😃lots of love❤

Another expat here over in Bonn 👋 after 10 years living in Germany, I couldn't imagine going back. Life here is good ❤️

6:42 To prove they have passion for that company... Worst thing is companies don't have same passion for their workers. As soon it is in their interest, no matter how hard working you are, they will give you layoff. It is nothing personal, it is just business for them.

@boblianos7201

3 жыл бұрын

is this girl a quack or is it just me who thinks this?

Thank u, this is very helpful!!

I luv Canada. Thanks for inspiring us through your video. Stay con &’God Bless!

Thank you so much for your absolute real Video because this you didnt hear anywhere and i tell you the same Words what i recieving when i was moving to Canada 12 Years ago: „Welcome to our Country,feel welcome and enjoy your stay“

It's interesting to hear your point of view, but I'm curious about how you did to find your first job and how was the issue about the language, hopefully you can share this experience.

So useful,thank u so much

Good info about Germany thanks, hope to upload more videos about Germany

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!! 🥰 More videos coming soon!!

Love watching your video's. I am living in The Netherlands (actually around 20 minutes from where you were camp-site in Heemskerk). I visited Canada numerous times (mostly BC and AB). I do find Canada a beautiful country for visiting, but for me I love living in Europe. So many different cultures so easy to travel around and so much history. Keep up the good work making awesome video's.

It was also my dream to live in Canada. Now after over 10 years in Canada (Alberta) I would love to move back to Europe. Just a few of the many reasons: food quality, progressiveness, democracy (Canada is not as democratic as you think), conservatism (love and support of oil and gas), general quality and cost for all items (appliances, clothing, food, restaurants, etc.), houses are very very bad (technology, built, design). I could go on but moving to Canada was one of my biggest mistakes. Sorry to say that.

@lifeingermany_

Жыл бұрын

No need to apologize! All super valid points that id have to agree with!!

@maxbarko8717

Жыл бұрын

@@lifeingermany_ Yes, unfortunately. Most shocking to me is the racism especially regarding First Nation people. Really makes me sad. I have the impression that North-America is stuck in the past and not willing to adapt to the changes or even be part of it. I am glad you are happy where you are!

@inejunta6569

Жыл бұрын

I've really been leaned on by the non progressiveness of everything... It's not a strength... it's really a weakness of people emotionally dependent on someone to blame. Aafter it happens. I always wonder if it's better in Germany. If someone told me it was, I'd consider leaving 🙈 even if it was a lot more expensive. I could be biased but... I find most people are oilfield and drink too much. To be honest my standard of a person has dropped to... Do they touch Children... No .... Alright, guess there okay. But with the oilfield a surprising amount of people have DUI or drug issues, but... I'm surprised how far reaching this norm is. Although it is Alberta... There is either people that are conservative and gaslight random people traditionally or liberal people that gaslight conservatives. Is Germany the same way? I get really sad looking online to best quality of life countries and Canada is number 2... 😔

@maxbarko8717

Жыл бұрын

@@inejunta6569 I think you have to find peace in yourself first and the the way will open. We are taking our problems with us and moving to a foreign country adds a ton of more problems.

Interesting! I grew up in France close to German border and move to Canada (Montreal) 10 years ago. Vacation starts at 15 days which is becoming more standard and with time/experience you can reach 20 days. Yes travelling takes time here as the country is big. However I find Canada more welcoming for visible minorities...better job and opportunities prospects

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

I also agree that Canada can be ALOT more welcoming! And that’s muuuuch better than 10 days! I should have moved to Montreal 🙈 not so far from Toronto!

@manuelchowrimo6155

3 жыл бұрын

@@lifeingermany_ Thanks for your reply. and good to see you found your happiness in Germany. In the end of the day that’s what matters :). Good luck on everything.

Hey, Jenna great video as I'm also a Canadian from T.O. (born and raised) and have been in Europe since 1988, came over playing pro hockey in Austria,Italy,Switzerland and then in Germany. I can relate to a lot to what you've said in your Vlog but find Germany can be very different depending on where you live. I'm in the south in Bavaria which does has a different mentality to the north but what you mentioned about traffic is so true in T.O. was back 4 years ago and said this is crazy!!! I love the Autobahn feeling and traveling at 200 klicks and someone flashes their lights telling you to get over makes look like you're standing still......haha!!! I have two teenage Kids I have been there and done and it does get easier, so keep up the good work really enjoyed hearing our none Canadian accent again......LOL Cheers!!!

Thank you for this video!! Good thing i found your channel !! I am living in Canada ,planning to study at German!! I am perusing my dream studying in Germany but not easy to go ahead! You inspired me!!

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Min Hwangbo thank you so much! 🥰🤗✊ keep on going, you can do it!!

Torontonian in Berlin here! I can completely agree with what you mentioned!

Great video! :)

a great informative in this video, i am also interested to move in Germany, take care and god bless you!

My husband is Canadian, I am from northern Germany, and we live in beautiful Bavaria. So many people here think we are crazy for not living in Canada! I studied there (in Saskatchewan, of all places), went back to Germany to finish my degree, and my then boyfriend came to Germany to "learn the language and get to know the culture, for maybe 6 months." That was, um, in 2000. We're still here :) For exactly the reasons you are describing. You put it perfectly: Canada is nicer to travel to, while Germany is a better place to live. We frequently spend summers in Saskatchewan and Ontario, which is wonderful. I would add two things to your list: WAY better healthcare system (which we have needed many times here), and (this might sound petty) - the houses! Every time we are in Canada I feel like there is no privacy, lol. I can hear my inlaws talking in their bedroom on the other end of the house, my kids giggling in the bedroom next to us. Paper thin "walls" and ceilings, and no outside shutters that block light and heat - our kids woke up all the damn time when they were little. It was hard for them to nap or sleep longer than my early riser mother-in-law, because they were used to sleeping in the dark and quiet. (My husband on the other hand, can sleep through ANYTHING, especially through his alarm...) We stayed in a condo for a while, and our neighbours' kitchen was on the other side of our bedroom. We could hear them opening and closing every cupboard, and could have joined in their conversation. I am a very light sleeper, so that sucked. Bathrooms without windows, even if you have an outside wall in that bathroom - I don't get it. It was so bad at my inlaws house (3 bathrooms with outside walls, none with windows, and they designed the house themselves!), that they finally put a fan in the wall for some fresh air. I love spending the summer in Canada (obviously not this summer, because of corona), but coming back to our pretty standard, but new and modern house here in Bavaria always feels so good :)

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

shadowlands ahhhh I couldn’t agree more! Great points to mention for sure! I also LOVE summers back home in Ontario 🥰 with my family up in cottage country! But it’s vacation, right? So beautiful, but not daily life! PS. Bavaria even gives you the beauty nature that Canada has so even less of a culture shock! I LOVE Bavaria sooo much!

@jeycalc6877

2 жыл бұрын

wait are you saying the health care is better in Germany or Canada

@shadowlands6465

2 жыл бұрын

@@jeycalc6877 Germany, hands down!

@jeycalc6877

2 жыл бұрын

@@shadowlands6465 omg that is great

@a4land480

Жыл бұрын

@@shadowlands6465 Germany Medizin gut or not?

I am a native German with some US-background and have to state that I relate to so many things you have been featuring and addressing to in your all so informative videos. Mach' weiter so!!!! Bist längst abonniert! Viele Grüße aus Frankfurt nach Düsseldorf!

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

🥰♥️

Hello Jenna, You have this channel and your Life in Dusseldorf channel down pat. I love how you explain the information in a clear teachable way. As you know I have watched your latest videos as I just found you a couple of weeks ago but I decided I am going to start from the beginning and"watch up" to catch up lol. BTW, Again I am an American from the state of Florida originally but sometimes I find great flight deals out of Toronto. My last flight out of Toronto cost me $303. 00 USD so it was with it to make my way to Toronto for sure. Great work Jenna. :).

That German switch always get me howling lol. Great work 👍🏾

A well produced Video with good content. Watching these German expat videos always makes me homesick (The family left Germany when I was 16) Yes it always shocks me how empty (sometimes) the 2 lane German highways are compared to the 16 lane 401. Talk about the North American grind , I took the train from Oakville to Union and worked on Bay Street - it's stressful. My wife and i took early retirement and are thinking of moving to Germany for 2-3 months. Düsseldorf is on the list, but so is the Stuttgart area. Anyways how's your German after 6 years. Greetings from back home.

Also a Canadian living in Germany for the past 2.5 years... and I cannot count anymore how many times someone has said to me "What?! You're Canadian but you're living in Germany, why would you do that to yourself?" haha it's the most confusing and, tbh, exhausting question. I completely agree with all your points and am glad to find out I'm not alone in this ;)

@turkishfriends4833

3 жыл бұрын

my canadian friend lives in rio janeiro :D

Cool Videos! Greetings from Stuttgart :)

i appreciate your work

Hey, love to hear that, you also in love in Germany 🇩🇪. I moved 26 years ago to Montreal I didn’t like life style there then I moved to Toronto about 20 years ago I myth like Toronto 🇨🇦 work so soooooo hard, but still I don’t like here I don’t know what to do man? I am just thinking to move back there because Toronto getting extremely expensive foods and hosing market is crazy 😜 you’re absolutely right I hundred percent agree with you. Good luck with your new life there. I have my family lives Kolon.

LOL, 10 days vacation ... if I don't get at least 30 days, then they have to find another employee ;)

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

😝 right?! 30 days is a dream for most Canadians!

@matteloht

3 жыл бұрын

@@lifeingermany_ Funny how you said that most Germans have 25 days vacation. I belive 24 days is the minimum by law, and most employees have at least 30 days or a few more. Plus you can have additional days of if you worked over time and have a plus on your "Stundenkonto"

@Xnhl

3 жыл бұрын

@@matteloht I think it's just 20, but in reality, many, like myself get 30 days. Funnily enough, I personally could use more - in a normal year, not this one. A lot goes to covering parents ' birthdays and stuff like that 😁

@matteloht

3 жыл бұрын

@@Xnhl Just looked it up "Der gesetzliche Mindesturlaub beträgt 24 Tage pro Jahr, das sind fast fünf Wochen. Jein. Zwar ist im Bundesurlaubsgesetz (BUrlG) in Paragraf 3 von mindestens 24 Werktagen Urlaub die Rede. Diese Bestimmung geht aber von einer Sechs-Tage-Woche aus" I think it`s 24. So maybe sue your employer, if you ever have gotten less ;-)

@Xnhl

3 жыл бұрын

@@matteloht Danke. Ich hatte bislang immer 30. 🤣

WOW. The easy and affordable travel opportunity is mind blowing.

good video. you seem to have success on YT. Best wishes and more subs for you!

Thank you sooo much! As I am constantly dreaming of leaving Germany for various reasons, it really helped against my itchy feet to listen to your reflections! Now I almost feel lucky having been born in Germany. Well... almost... 😂

@user-lr5wn6pq5c

Ай бұрын

Just think how many people (including myself) would kill for a EU passport

I actually am a German expat who eventually wants to go back to Germany but since I haven't found any channels of German expats returning a & talking about their experience, I watch other people from other countries on their life in Germany. Obviously some things won't be the same cause for me it will be easier getting in to the country, registering, finding a job but videos like yours help me get prepared for adult life in Germany cause I left Germany barely after my 18th birthday so I have 0 experience of adult life in Germany. Also it helps me to get prepared for reversed cultural shocks cause as a child/teen there's a lot of stuff you're unaware of. I am really grateful for channels like yours.

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

VampireKonekoChan thanks so much for the awesome feedback! 😍🤗 PS. It sounds to me like you need to start a channel about a German returning to Germany but with an international perspective! I would totally watch it!!

@thegaetafamily1776

3 жыл бұрын

Hi VampireKonekoChan .... We are a German&Canadian family who recently made the move to Germany and we have decided to move back to Germany. We have a KZread channel about our time in Canada and will be releasing our videos on our return to Germany, why we are leaving ect , we would love if you wanted to take a look ☺️

@thegaetafamily1776

3 жыл бұрын

Life in Germany Funny I came across this comment, our channel is currently doing this exact thing! We are a Canadian&German family who tried to move back to Canada from Germany, but we have decided to go back to Germany! We will be talking about it in our next videos. I have been enjoying watching your videos in preparation for our return ☺️

Hi, I liked your video, you have a good expression and are easy to understand. Looking forward to hear more of you. Thank you and good look for your channel! :)

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

QuickDE thanks so much! My first comment 🤩🥰🤗 ... I look forward to creating some more videos soon! STAY TUNED 🙃

@QuickDE

3 жыл бұрын

@@lifeingermany_ Yeah, couldn't belive it, that no one left a comment yet! Keep up the good work, you're very sympathetic, I'm sure you'll have a bigger fan base soon! :)

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

QuickDE thanks for the words of encouragement! 🤗🤗🤗

I admit I would not live in Dusseldorf but hey! They have great restaurants! That is something! Thank you so much for your content !

Definitely agree to all the points mentioned!

Thank you I'm moving next year to Germany.❤️ You gave me hope.

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

I’m sure you’ll love it here! 🥰

Such awesome topics that are very interesting to watch!! Your information is so helpful! My husband and I were keeping Canada in the back of our mind for the future, BUT there are still a lot of things to think about seriously before moving from Germany to Canada. :) Helpful video, I look forward to watching more. You are doing amazing btw!!

Hey I like the way you have explained everything which would be a nice place to live in frankfurt near the airport and not too far where the rents are affordable if you any video on life in Frankfurt would be happy to take a look at that once again thank you so much for all that you are doing for the community 🙌🏼

Traffic in and around Toronto is a dimension of it's own and hardly comparable to any other place

@jeycalc6877

2 жыл бұрын

of course because people flock from all over the GTA and even further to work in TO. There are already over 3 million in TO, over 6 million in the GTA, and even more if you add other surrounding areas. On top of that most immigrants choose the GTA

@sachadee.6104

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed !! I've travelled in GTA a lot as a truck driver but outside of there for the most part in Canada, traffic is close to non existing. Beside the other major cities, that is.

That is the main reason I choose UK as English country for my children #travel is easy to explore other countries like Italy, Germany, Spain, France Austria Netherland, lussemburg , Croatia, the Scandinavia etc Thanks girl 👍.

Fantastic word's Hatsoff Great

Thanks for your valuable words..I really want move to Germany 😊

Thank you for the video! Please do more like this! I live in America and deciding whether to move to Germany. Also don't you take public transportation instead of car in Germany to avoid the traffic?

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I will start to get some more up online soon! 🤗🤩 Haha - yes, many people choose public transport over driving a car, but not all! And it depends on whether you live in the city or a small town. The cities in Germany are usually very easy to get around with just public transport! 🤩🤗

The dairy board in Canada make sure that the price of dairy products are kept artificially high to protect the farmers and protected them from competition.

Really good final decision.

Here in Australia, most people working permanent full- or part-time get 20 working days per year. In many cases, we also get paid a 17.5% salary loading for the holiday/vacation period. This was originally for all workers in the aforementioned categories, but since then, some unions have traded that off for other benefits. The only people who don't get paid leave at all are what we call casual workers, who only get paid by the hour, although they get a higher hourly amount to offset the lack of vacation/holiday pay. To top it off, we also get long service leave, ie three months paid leave for working for the same employer for ten years. If we keep working for that same employer, we receive an extra month for every three years as long service leave. This does not, however, get paid with the previously-mentioned loading.

Icrible, I am Brasilian and I no imagined who German compared to Canada is very best, but I love the two countries 🇩🇪🇧🇷🇨🇦

Can we talk about the German education system tho? (Secondary). When we first moved to Germany my daughter was placed almost 3 YEARS behind because she couldn’t speak the language (please keep in mind that she was 15 when we moved) and they decided to move here from grade 10 to grade 8. She was surrounded by 12/ 13 year olds and at first there was no problem, she never said it bothered her until we had to get her into therapy because she had an anxiety attack at school. When the therapist asked her what she doesn’t like about Germany she said the school system is so different from the one in Canada! And it is! We had to move back because it got to the point where she could no longer focus and her motivation was nonexistent! Just keep in mind that germany has a very VERY different school system compared to the one in the us/Canada. Inform yourself before moving your children there please!

@futojanos

Жыл бұрын

True school system is shit in Germany. I hate myself I brought my kids here. I wish I can just go back.

@PoSSeOnE

Жыл бұрын

Don't think Germans do like the system 😅

@Leon-hz7fi

Жыл бұрын

Whats Bad in the system?

I do not know if someone has already mentioned this, but when it comes to renting, it all depends on where you live. Yes, most places are cheaper to rent, but then you have Munich which had the highest prices for rent in Germany.

thanks for your impressions and comparison. You are Right i say many german people like could be much more learn to love the own Country. Health Care and organication and more are a matter of course for us.

Thank you for a most interesting perspective on german culture and society! I lived in Toronto 30 years ago and it was brutal! Even then, to rent a house, my friend's family and mine had to share. Also, Canada and Russia are the two country with the highest temperature variations between summer and winter.

@davidlynch9049

3 жыл бұрын

Toronto is even more crazy and expensive than 30 years ago!

@hermineadele9738

3 жыл бұрын

Vancouver is only for rich Ppl and Asians

@emilio2647

Жыл бұрын

@@davidlynch9049 what about Vancouver?

A lot of the free days are company/state dependent. At a job I had to hold for a while, even though it was EU, we were working 12 hour days, 6 days a week, with hardly any breaks. They did pay us a lot of overtime, but one can imagine that all the vacation days were used as sickness leaves, as sickness leaves would result in termination. It depends on the company and their ability to manage it’s workforce. We cost the company more than double what hiring more employees would, and still they could not get new workers onboard.

I worked in Toronto for a while as a network engineer in a data center for a german software company back in 2017. I talked to a lot of locals during my stay and due to my experiences there I can confirm most of your statements.

As the German half of a Canadian-German married couple - partially living here (outside of Munich) and there (Niagara Region) - I absolutely agree!!! Great insight - keep posting - look forward to more interesting videos 👍

Looks like the quote “ Grass is greener on the other side of river “ is so right 😀 , checkout traffic in India , any city you pick 😀

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Haha totally! I lived in Bangalore for a bit and nothing compares to the traffic there hahaha!

@BirgitBauhaus

3 жыл бұрын

YESSS.... TRUELY! IN THE BIG CITIES, TERRIBLE, CAN BE THE HELL! But I was in South of India, from Mumbai (Bombay earlier) down to Trivandrum to "Killkutta" (Calcutta) :-)). And I'm still living - and I fell in Love with India! Later I lived in Sri Lanka and it becomes my "second home*, but still I love India, too! But think: in India are around 1,400.000.000 People... Were should they go? :-)) Difficult, so many People, we only have ~ 82.000.000 ..that's nothing...;-) !

@BirgitBauhaus

3 жыл бұрын

@@lifeingermany_ : hahaha....yes, India is really heavy! Did you once go by Train,? ,;-) THAT's an Expierience, a real Adventure! But: if I travel it's a funny Journey, but with other Options. .it's really, really hard and I was very impressed how relaxt the Public was!

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

@@BirgitBauhaus hahaha ohhhh yes! I took a night train and a night bus! Was quite the experience... 🙈🤣

Very nice and funny Video. And for your understanding clear english. Grüße aus Cochem (Mosel) Roman

Tough girl. Appreciate it!

Hello Germany for Québec, CANADA ... nice talk....

Welcome, it’s nice to look into the Mirror you showed us. Canada is really a dream country to live in for many Germans. A place of longing. But you showed us that every thing has more than one dimension. Thank you, you are such a nice person. Keep on making videos.

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the kind response! 🥰 Yes - you’re right! Canada is a wonderful country, but there’s no much more that people don’t see when they’re just VISITING! I really found the perfect work/life balance here in Germany! 🤗

@Arltratlo

3 жыл бұрын

ich war in Kanada und den USA, können mich beide mal, da fahr ich lieber in die Schweiz, genauso teuer, dichter drann und manche da sprechen auch etwas deutsch....

@Unterwelten

3 жыл бұрын

People come to Canada for our beautiful scenery but believe me, our cities suck compared to German cities. And we have a work work work mentality. You guys don't know how lucky you are!

@jeycalc6877

2 жыл бұрын

I mean there are some beautiful cities like Calgary and Vancouver which have world class beauty and nature. But the work culture is terrible - no time to enjoy life, the weather in any place outside the west coast is terrible, is much more expensive than germany, and not as well connected as some other countries. There are definitely good things like its pretty low crime although germany might be even better here, nice people, very diverse - you can be anyone in the world and you will fit in.

@ffmde8268

Жыл бұрын

@@Unterwelten when i was a kid i always used to dream about US and Canada but as i grew older (now 38) i started to value more and more the life here in Germany when compared to especially US But still i'd love to visit Canada one day but before that NYC is on the top list

5. This is what I like about Europe. So much variety!

You are spot on the points and all my feelings are similar, why is Canada so bad. I made a switch to Canada from Germany and I just can't wait to move back to Germany. Any small town is far better than any Good town/city is Germany. And Düsseldorf is beautiful!

Subscribed 😘

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Bea Dus 🤗🥰

@jrmx2s.787

3 жыл бұрын

Life in Germany which are the most beautiful cities in Germany?

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

@@jrmx2s.787 ohhhhhh tough question! I've visited every single German state and have too many to list! Might be worth a video?! It also depends if you're talking about to live or to visit.

@ulrichmaier3288

3 жыл бұрын

@@jrmx2s.787 Hamburg is my favourite City, but all other cities are beautiful too

Thanks for sharing this. New friend here from the Philippines. :)

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

JoLyN TV hey there! 🤗 Thanks for the comment! WELCOME!

@dhruvadeshmukh1248

3 жыл бұрын

@@lifeingermany_ as far as i know canada has better salaries than Germany. Of course leaving aside the cost of living and other factors.

I agree with almost everything you said apart from the summer temperatures in Germany. I also live in Düsseldorf and the summers are unbareable! The temperatures are never below 29 degrees and most times its between 30 to 40 degrees. It always hot and sticky with barely no wind blowing. A real nightmare! I can understand you thinking its lovely if you experienced worse summers in Canada but the summer here is sinply aweful!! That said great video!

Hello, liked.. subscribed and love your channel. I'm planning to move to Germany and look forward to watching more videos from you. Love from India

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Vinod Dubey thanks so much for the amazing feedback 🤩🤗 and best of luck with the move! Let me know if you ever have any questions!

@vinoddubey5718

3 жыл бұрын

@@lifeingermany_ Much thanks for the reply. Only request is pls keep making videos on immigration process and keeping immigrants in mind .Regards Vin.👍

Hi, you gave the nice information, I been there last year, I am planning to move to Germany. From India

@sajidshaikh5171

3 жыл бұрын

Are you well versed with German language? I heard they provide 6 months job seeking Visa but you need to know basic German to find a job. Is this true?

@gujjarsher7501

3 жыл бұрын

@@sajidshaikh5171 no that’s not true because some of my friends knows only english and work there without any hassel

@UnitedCanuck

3 жыл бұрын

Prepare to spend a year just to learn the language. In Canada, I started working two days after I landed. But Germany is a great country too.

Would not agree! In Calana if you like yo have more vacation you take one more week off that is not paid. People are super friendly and so many cultures you can meet. Its much easier to start and run a business in Canada. So many opportunities you have in Canada that can not Compare to Europe. English as a language it's much easier. I moved from Europe to Canada and love it

Thank for making such a big informative video. My son wants to move to Germanyy to do his master's in Computer Science. Can you advise him. He has done some research on his would be university

I am bavarian and you are very likable, keep going

Finished school in Onterrible or maybe worst case Ontario 😂 Just picked up a few jokes when I was in Alberta 😂 I'm a German and I want to immigrate to Canada since I'm a little child. I really hope there's not too much disappointment in this video for me, but since I've lived there a couple times already, I think I'm prepared for the most part 😃 Happy that you like it here in Germany though :)

@taniade7338

2 жыл бұрын

Don’t move from Germany!

Would it be possible to make a video about postgraduate studies (like getting a PhD) in Germany. Maybe also compare it with Canada Very nice content.

Oh i knew it was you! Ive been following you in Life in Dusseldorf coz i live in a nearby city too .. very close to Düss. Interesting content.. also an expat and currently in the culture shock stage, im sure you know what i mean😆 moved here because of my husband although my previous life and career was a really huge sacrifice to give up.. so yes, i moved for love. I hope you can make a content about us expats who made a huge move to Germany all for the sake of love.😆

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Heeey! Ahhh thanks so much for the support!!! Hahah yes - that would be a great idea for a video! I’m writing it down now 🤩🤩

Thank-you Jenna for your videos I so appreciate them! I am a Canadian visiting my Aunt and Uncle in Cape town for three months. Did you rent a vehicle when traveling SA? After this I'll be an Au pair in Germany for a year and am so looking forward to it. For people wanting to know a little more about Canada I am from Saskatchewan where cities are small. The rural area is very affordable you can buy a small house for 25 thousand. I worked in healthcare where you can bank time to have more holidays. There are some jobs that work 12 hour shifts and then you have more days to do as you wish. There are so many jobs! However our winters are brutal.

@elisekienle5713

Жыл бұрын

Also when I have visited family in Toronto I'm a tad overwhelmed by the lifestyle it's so busy and seems like a chore to get your kids to all the places they need to be.

Moving to Germany in two months. Cant wait to see your videos as a guide. On my list of things to find out is; best telecom provider, best bank, how to buy train tickets cheaper, health insurance, where to find accommodation for the first few days while looking for an apartment, tips to get an apartment quicker etc....perhaps you can add these to your list of topics to cover 🥰

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Vee Hapi thanks so so much for the comment! ALL of these videos are coming soon! 🤩🤗 in the meantime, I run a website for expats in Düsseldorf but here is some Germany-wide content that’ll definitely help: Best phone plan: lifeinduesseldorf.com/finding-best-cell-phone-plan-germany/ Best banks for English speakers: lifeinduesseldorf.com/best-expat-banks-germany/ FlixTrain is the cheapest train option if the connections are the ones you need 🤩: lifeinduesseldorf.com/flixtrain-duesseldorf/ Best health insurance: lifeinduesseldorf.com/health-insurance-expats-germany/ Where to find apartments: lifeinduesseldorf.com/best-websites-to-find-a-flat/ 🥰

@venzful

3 жыл бұрын

@@lifeingermany_ Wow thanks for the links! Will definitely check this out!

@ElGreco291

3 жыл бұрын

​@@venzful Which region are you planing to move to in Germany?

@venzful

3 жыл бұрын

@@ElGreco291 Bayern 🥰

@ElGreco291

3 жыл бұрын

@@venzful Very good decision ;) If you need help - just write me a message.

It's really funny, sometimes you need to hear the opinion from a 'stranger/not anymore stranger' to actually be able to see the good sides of Germany again. I never thought there are countries with less than 30 days vacation in a year except for maybe Asian countries and that housing is affordable. I've been to Australia before and I was shocked how cheap it is to rent a full house there in the country side. Of course there are many cheap places here, too but especially Düsseldorf/Ruhrpott is expensive. Maybe not for a working couple but singles are struggling everywhere. But hey, it's okay. Happy you like it here 🙂 Germany is a very diverse country and it's because it's you great people 👍🙃

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks for the comment 🥰 Ahhh yes Ruhrpott is way too expensive! I sometimes think ... maybe it would be worth finding a tiny house in the middle of no where on a small lake in Germany instead 😝

@emilio2647

Жыл бұрын

@@lifeingermany_ is Germany a good place to start a tech business?

Lucky you to be so young, enjoy it.

In Germany, we have a minimum of 24 vacations days per year by law. Depending on your job experience or on how long you were with the company, you get more days even. Usually, the number of days is capped at 30 days a year, but I also already heard of 40 days (but that's rather a rare exception). Also, for most of the jobs, also by law, there is a restriction of working hours at 40 hours a week (there are a few exceptions, though). For many, working below manager level, the overtime is paid, for which you can choose, whether you want to get a paid-out for those or top up your vacation time. On top of that, we also have paid sick-leave. Fully paid even for six weeks in a row. After that, you're still getting paid, but at a lower ratio. So, no need to use up your vacation days for that.

@shamicentertainment1262

5 ай бұрын

Sounds very similar to Australia. We get 4 weeks (I think 28 days) every year if you are part time or full time

Germany is the best country to live in. More Germans should appreciate this.

@saschamohr7970

3 жыл бұрын

As a child I actually asked myself, am I happy here or would i prefer to be somewhere else, in a different country? It was not my personal achivement or fault to be born in Germany. And I thought about it. Then I had my answer: I'm fine. Later, we can see that a lot of people would want to live here. I guess, they came to the same result as 8 year old me.

@darolhitman3154

3 жыл бұрын

Ja Deutschland ist das beste Land zum Leben....nicht!

@playjay7553

3 жыл бұрын

Darol Hitman sehr gute Argumente👏

@ohnenamen2843

3 жыл бұрын

@@darolhitman3154 Und warum genau nicht? Wo sind die Probleme?

@ohnenamen2843

3 жыл бұрын

I have the feeling that Germans just love to complain about how awful Germany is

Moving back to Germany after living 20 years in the United States. I’ve been watching your videos to get reminded of life in Germany, lol. I hope it won’t be too much of a culture shock 😌 we’re moving to Cologne and hope to meet Expats there 🥳

Hi! Just found your channel. My husband and I are Americans and want to Germany with our kids and he’s been applying for jobs since Feb. He’s gotten several offers but they weren’t quite right. But he’s far in the interview process with another company right now and we think it might be the one! So my question for you is that I’m a freelancer - a blogger, author, KZreadr etc. Will I need to register in Germany as a freelancer if I’m getting paid in USD?

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

Hey there! 🙂 The quickest answer - YES! You need to register as a freelancer in Germany if you are living here even if you get paid in the USA. I run a site called “Life in Düsseldorf” and have a section on freelancing that applies to all of Germany, it’ll definitely help: lifeinduesseldorf.com/category/working/running-a-business/

@lifeingermany_

3 жыл бұрын

It also gets a little tricky if you were previously paying taxes in the US, since you need to claim taxes in both Germany AND USA 🇺🇸. Here’s some more info on that: lifeinduesseldorf.com/taxes-for-expats/

Your view is very interesting to me.