dpenabill said:turboracer:
What you appear to be overlooking is that the statistics clearly show Canada is a country attracting immigrants who stay in Canada.
There are many who leave. But the number who stay is far, far greater.
Many of those who leave came to Canada more interested in a Canadian passport than in becoming an in-fact citizen. The Canadian government has taken steps in recent years to discourage this. The majority of Canadians probably support the government's move in this direction.
For those who do leave, it is mostly about them, not about Canada. No place is for everyone.
So you should understand that when you start a topic to, essentially, insult the land and people you are seeking a huge benefit from (Canadian citizenship and passport) there will be some who are offended, and prone to pushing back, among those who are seeking Canadian citizenship because Canada is the place they want to make their true home, the place they intend to live and work, the place they hope to raise a family, the place in which they want to become a part of the community.
And, after all, going to a party and insulting the host is considered bad manners in most societies.
well said. thank you.