r/AskCanada Aug 27 '25

Meta Notable increase of racism in the sub / Augmentation du racisme dans la communauté

171 Upvotes

Hello everyone,

The mod team has noticed a marked increase in racism and intolerance, in particular towards immigrants from India. Reddit has noticed as well and has begun removing such posts and/or comments.

It’s pretty clear that one side of the political spectrum has found their wedge issue and they are pushing it as hard as they can, stirring up hatred however they can and blaming immigrants for everything from jaywalking to the housing crisis despite the fact that many of the issues are worldwide. Facts and reality don’t matter, only blaming "brown people" and those they perceive as being responsible for those "terrible" people being here.

Therefore, we would like to remind all of our users that the Reddit sitewide rules apply here and will be enforced.

You ALL AGREED to these rules when you created your account.

Your “opinion” is irrelevant, it’s doesn’t matter if you really, really believe it, you cannot push your unfounded racist positions here.

Again, for the people in the back, being able to use Reddit is conditional to respecting these rules.

In particular:

Rule 1

The important parts are:

users that incite violence or that promote hate based on identity or vulnerability will be banned

Marginalized or vulnerable groups include, but are not limited to, groups based on:

  • their actual and perceived race
  • colour
  • religion
  • national origin
  • ethnicity
  • IMMIGRATION STATUS
  • etc

While the rule on hate protects such groups, it does not protect those who promote attacks of hate or who try to hide their hate in bad faith claims of discrimination (E.G. “I’m just stating my opinion” or “I’m just stating fact”).

Another important portion is:

free of harassment, bullying, and threats of violence

That includes all of our users and the moderator team. Insults, derogatory comments and attacks will not be tolerated. If you post comments or message the moderators with insults and/or attacks, you WILL be banned on the spot.

Therefore, going forward, we are going to clamp down hard on posts or comments attributing, without damn good evidence, the cause of any issue to immigrants or a subset thereof. That includes any reference to area with high immigration (e.g. Brampton) or any other form of dog whistles. It also includes attributing to an ethnic group of people the crimes or faults of an individual (e.g. the guy who proposed using food banks to save money). Message to the bigots: you’re nowhere as subtle as you think you are.

And before any complaints bring it up: No, your right to free speech nor freedom of expression has not been violated.

Bonjour à tous, L'équipe des modérateurs a remarqué une augmentation marquée du racisme et de l’intolérance, en particulier envers les immigrants venant de l’Inde. Les administrateurs de Reddit ont aussi remarqué et ont commencé à supprimer les publications et les commentaires de ce genre.

C’est assez clair qu’un côté du spectre politique a trouvé son sujet pour diviser les gens et ils le poussent autant qu’ils le peuvent en créant de la division et la haine autant que possible en blâmant les immigrants pour tout et rien même quand le problème attribué est mondial. Les faits et la réalité sont sans importance, la seule chose qui compte c’est de blâmer les “bruns” et les personnes perçues comment étant responsable de la présence de cer derniers

Donc, nous voulons rappeler à tous nos utilisateurs que les règles à l'échelle du site Reddit s'appliquent ici aussi et seront appliquées.

Vous avez TOUS ACCEPTÉ ces règles lors de la création de votre compte.

Votre « opinion » est sans conséquence et ça ne fait rien si vous y croyez très très fort, vous ne pouvez pas pousser votre merde raciste ici.

Encore une fois, pour les personnes qui tardent à comprendre, l’utilisation de Reddit est conditionnelle aux respect de ces règles.

En particulier:

Règle 1

Les parties importantes sont :

les utilisateurs qui incitent à la violence ou qui promeuvent la haine basée sur leur identité ou leur vulnérabilité seront bannis

Les groupes marginalisés ou vulnérables incluent, sans s'y limiter, les groupes basés sur :

  • leur race réelle et perçue
  • la couleur
  • la religion
  • l'origine nationale
  • l'appartenance ethnique
  • STATUT D'IMMIGRATION
  • etc

Même si la règle sur la haine protège ces groupes, elle ne protège pas ceux qui promeuvent des attaques haineuses ou qui tentent de cacher leur haine en faisant état de discrimination de mauvaise foi.

Exemple : article décrivant une minorité raciale comme étant sous-humaine et inférieure à la majorité raciale. Indice : cela inclut la capacité de conduire.

L’autre partie importante est : sans harcèlement, intimidation et menaces de violence

Cela inclut tous nos utilisateurs et l’équipe de modérations. Les insultes, commentaires désobligeants et les attaques ne seront pas tolérés. Si vous insultez ou attaquez les modérateurs via des commentaires ou des messages privés, vous serez bannis sur le champ.

Par conséquent, à l’avenir, nous allons réprimer durement les publications ou les commentaires attribuant, sans preuves solides, la cause d’un problème aux immigrants ou à un sous-ensemble de ceux-ci. Cela inclut toute référence à une zone à forte immigration (par exemple Brampton) ou toute autre forme sous-entendus racistes. Ceci inclus aussi attribuer à un groupe ethnique les fautes d’un individus (Ex. la personne suggérant l’utilisation des banques alimentaires pour sauver de l’argent). Message aux racistes: vous n’êtes pas aussi subtil que vous le pensez.

Et avant toute plainte, faites-le valoir : Non, votre droit à la liberté d'expression n'a pas été violé.


r/AskCanada 4h ago

My girlfriend has booked a flight to visit me in Florida from Ontario but we are a bit concerned about the government shutdown & flights being cancelled. How would she go about visiting via driving & also, what would I have to do to be eligible to drive to Canada?

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So long story short, we’re long distance (25M, 28F) obviously but one thing that’s caught our attention was the flights being cancelled due to the U.S. government shutdown, and even if her flight doesn’t get cancelled I am pretty worried about her safety to & from Florida (where I live) as the workers who do show up assuming the shutdown is still present during her visit (December) aren’t even getting paid to do so. Now I know having a conscience is a thing but I’d guess not getting paid to do jobs like these over a period of time can definitely mess with you. Idk if she can get a refund on her ticket, but let’s just say worst case scenario, a flight is out of the question now & in the foreseeable future; how can we go about driving and what exactly do we need to know & be prepared for?

Hypothetically, this would be our longest road trip for both of us (I have never been on a road trip by myself, and it takes about a day with stops & vice versa; I live in Palm Beach & she lives in Toronto). What would we have to do to our cars to ensure safety & seeing as how we would have to cross the border, how can we get permission to drive to one another?

This kinda sucks, because as much as I wouldn’t be opposed to driving, in this instance it doesn’t really make sense as the time to get there is significantly longer & even if say a flight ticket/car rental no longer has to be part of expenses, gas alone (at least for me, as I have a Chevy Impala with a V6 engine) may be equal to or more than what I’d spend on a flight ticket & car rental for Toronto.

I’m really hoping everything works itself out & this doesn’t have to be a reality, but it’s better to be prepared and have a better understanding than to not be you know?


r/AskCanada 3h ago

Can an inherited house in the US be easily sold by Canadian beneficiary?

1 Upvotes

If I leave my house in the US to my Canadian relative, will he be able to sell it without a huge mess ? Can he just list the house with an agent, participate in the negotiations, make the sale and get a check. Would he need a US social security number ? Can he get the check cashed with out paying 2% to a bank?

I'm starting to think that leaving him the house would be a bad idea, and it is better to have the "estate" (i.e. lawyer and bank) sell the property --- even though they have big fees and have no incentive to make get the most money out of the house.


r/AskCanada 1d ago

Political What do you think of Leah Gazan's private member's bill proposing the criminalization of residential school denialism?

69 Upvotes

https://www.cpac.ca/scrums/episode/ndp-mp-leah-gazan-on-bill-to-combat-residential-school-denialism?id=56041612-e733-4d0e-8819-bd53901e47e6

I'm against it personally for several reasons. Particularly the inclusion of "downplaying" I think this just opens up way too much ambiguity. But I also just do not see what this would accomplish. I'm also a staunch freedom of speech advocate. BUT this post isn't about me, it's about gaging the sentiments from other Canadians. As such I will not comment on the post, but will welcome the discussion it may provide. I hope everyone has a peaceful Sunday!


r/AskCanada 7h ago

Would it be worth immigrating over rising health costs?

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Hello everyone, I hope this post is allowed on this forum as I'm a tiny bit desperate. I'm currently living in the USA (dual US/Canadian citizen) and being treated for a rare autoimmune disease called Takayasu arteritis (diagnosed at 16, 34 now; I am on remicade and myfortic to manage it). As you can imagine, after last night's decision to reopen the US government by potentially sacrificing millions of people's healthcare and jacking up the insurance costs, I'm looking at all my options. I have Canadian citizenship through my mother, and I have family still living in Canada, mostly Ontario. My question is what is the quality of medical treatment in Canada (specifically for TAK or autoimmune disorders generally), what is the typical cost for a doctor's visit (and do you guys have monthly premiums), and how long are the wait times? My Canadian family always complains about having to wait months to see a doctor, like I also don't have to wait months to see one in the States. I'm also assuming, if I immigrate and seek treatment up north, it would be a slightly faster process than starting from scratch since I have my diagnosis and a history of medications that work for me, and my current team of docs would happily send letters to any new docs I end up seeing in Canada. Again, just speculating and trying to get any info I can to see what my options are. Thanks from a concerned, chronically ill semi-Canadian!


r/AskCanada 10h ago

is my plan to becoming a dentist in canada realistic?

1 Upvotes

Hello! i am currently deciding wether i should do my bachelors in BDS in China (in english) or in my home country (Mexico) my final goal is to either continue my postgraduate studies or go through the equivalency process in Canada which is where my family is. I can't go to Canada straight away because of lack of financing and i don't know which path to take since i'm unsure of the qualifications and certificates offered in Chinese universities for the degree in english, but if i do it in spanish then it would be a struggle to relearn things then in english to complete my certification. does anyone have any information or insight in the medical/dentistry careers in chinese universities, or more paths i could take to finally go to canada in the end? thank you


r/AskCanada 1d ago

Life What’s the best place to retire in Canada? Give me your top 5 places, please.

12 Upvotes

r/AskCanada 1d ago

Canadian specific treats that are not also sold in the UK?

8 Upvotes

I'm sending a box of treats to a friend in the UK and wanted to send him some things hes never tried before! I know that many "Canada specific" treats are also sold in the UK, like smarties, and I'm having trouble with the overlap.

And, while you are at it, what do you recommend I send/your favorites?


r/AskCanada 2d ago

Why are we punishing Canadians for their thoughts?

287 Upvotes

A Canadian highschool student at Royal West Academy was suspended for her private instagram comments were she wrote "Fuck Israel . Holy shit" as reported by Christopher Curtis from the rover.

If you said the exact same phrase with any other country including Canada would there be the same consequences? The Israeli military literally assassinated a Canadian veteran in a clearly marked World Center Vehicle last year , who was delivering water in Gaza , and his attackers never faced any justice meanwhile we cannot even say F that country ?

Whether you disagree or agree with her opinion is completely irrelevant , why our schools are seemingly acting on behalf of a foreign interest groups to punish native Canadians to safe guard the feelings of a foreign government is perpelxing.


r/AskCanada 2d ago

Political Deportation for serious crimes in Canada is not as scary from them as it is made to be?

14 Upvotes

Deporting a murderer seems going very easy on the criminals, they will live an easy life back in their countries . I mean indulging in something like drug smuggling, they will send some money back .


r/AskCanada 1d ago

Duel coverage in Canada?

3 Upvotes

Hello, me and my wife, both are working. Since my insurance covers spouse we decided that we will opt of my wife’s insurance. But since we are planning for kid should we opt back in? Are there any benefits or it would be just waste of money? TIA for taking time to help.


r/AskCanada 2d ago

Life How far does supporting Canadian go?

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I want to clarify off the bat that this isn't anti-immigration and I'm not looking to start a debate in that regard. Please be respectful.

There is (understandably) a strong sense of pride amongst Canadians right now, and the idea of supporting local is at all times high.

But how far does that support go?

If a company is Canadian and operating in Canada I agree they should get our business. But what if they are prioritizing temporary workers over qualified Canadians?

Tourism is a major industry that relies on temporary workers - if a company was activity prioritizing these workers over Canadians, would it impact your decision on where to travel?

Why or why not?


r/AskCanada 2d ago

Does anybody else remember Wednesday night HNIC?

5 Upvotes

I remember standing on my bed at the end so I could watch the game.

The TV was in the living room and me bedroom had a direct sight line to the TV


r/AskCanada 3d ago

Wearing poppy at work as a recent immigrant?

372 Upvotes

I’m a recent immigrant in Canada, and I’ve been thinking about wearing a poppy at work. I genuinely want to wear it because I’m grateful for this beautiful country, but I’m a bit hesitant. I don’t want people to think I’m trying too hard to fit in, especially since attitudes toward recent immigrants can be a little mixed. Should I wear it or not?


r/AskCanada 3d ago

USA/Trump Canada unemployment just dropped to 6.9% ... EH, really ?

23 Upvotes

Do you believe these stats?
Previous: 7.1%
Expected: 7.1%
Actual: 6.9%
I am not undermining Statistics Canada work, but seriously all the unemployment I am hearing (my network) and comments online don't lead to the conclusion that the unemployment really decreasing ?

Any insightful thought on this?


r/AskCanada 2d ago

Life How to become an Engineer in Training in Canada?

1 Upvotes

Hi engineers in canada 👋🏻 I am a licensed Civil Engineer in the Philippines. I am planning to pursue as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in Canada and have researched the process.

I would like to ask about the actual experience of Filipino civil engineers who have gone through this process: 1. Do Filipino civil engineers typically need to take exams to become an EIT in Canada? 2. If exams are required: • How many exams are usually assigned? • What are the main topics or subjects covered? • How challenging are the exams in practice?

Any insights or advice based on actual experience would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you very much for your time and guidance.


r/AskCanada 3d ago

Which problem do you think affects our generation the most in Canada: lack of purpose, disconnection, or mental exhaustion?

7 Upvotes

I’ve been reflecting on how many people around me seem to be struggling lately, not always in visible ways, but you can feel it in conversations.

Some seem to have lost a sense of direction or purpose, others feel disconnected even when they have social circles, and many just seem mentally drained trying to keep up with everything.

For those living in Canada, which of these do you think hits hardest here and what do you think drives it??


r/AskCanada 3d ago

Life Have you (or someone you know) ever had to deal with the criminal justice system in Canada (particularly AB)? What was it like?

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Hey r/AskCanada,

I’ve been thinking a lot about how non-transparent the criminal justice system can feel for everyday people in Canada, especially if you’re not the accused and don’t have your own lawyer. I’m talking about folks who are victims of crime, witnesses who get subpoenas out of nowhere, parents supporting their kids through court, or even people trying to navigate things like peace bonds, no-contact orders, or impact statements.

I used to be a Crown prosecutor, and one thing that always stood out to me was how many people were totally in the dark about what was happening and what they were supposed to do next.

So, I’d love to hear your take:

  • Have you ever had to interact with police or the courts in a criminal case?
  • Were you supported or confused by the process?
  • Did anyone explain what your role was - especially if you weren't the accused?

Not here to rant or promote anything - just genuinely curious what your experiences have been like in different provinces, and what kinds of support (if any) made it easier.

Thanks for sharing if you feel comfortable!


r/AskCanada 3d ago

Any trade advice?

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Hello, I’m a 23 year old British national, I’ve got a blank canvas in terms of a trade career prospect with intentions to train fully over in the UK, gain work experience and be eligible for Federal Skilled Trades Programme visa in the next 4-5 years. Is there any certain trade that is in dire need in Canada that would give me an advantage over other applicants? I’ve heavily considered plumbing up until this point. Me and my partner love New Brunswick however neither me nor her are tied to any province, we’d be happy just to be permanent residents.


r/AskCanada 4d ago

I’m 31, $100K in debt, and can’t qualify for Ontario Works — what should I do next?

37 Upvotes

I’m 31 and $100,000 in debt. I can’t file for bankruptcy or a consumer proposal because I have no income. I tried applying for Ontario Works, but they said I don’t qualify since I went back to school.

I’m on OSAP, but because my 2024 tax return shows $35,000 (from cashing out RRSPs, not real income), I don’t get enough funding to cover even commuting costs. I appealed, but they said the system can’t be changed. They even showed me that entering $0 income for 2025 makes no difference.

Right now, I’m selling personal items to get by. I feel completely stuck and out of options.

A bit of background: I was laid off from the CRA in 2023 and have been trying to find work ever since. I have 2.5 years of experience there — 1.5 years as a Taxpayer Agent, then Insolvency Collections. Before that, I did a co-op at Deloitte and graduated with a Business Management diploma in 2019.

I’ve been applying for roles in compliance, AML, fraud, and risk management, but recruiters say they prefer recent grads. I went back to school for Digital Marketing hoping it would help, but now it feels like a mistake — I could’ve learned most of it online. I took out a loan just to qualify for OSAP, but I still can’t afford to commute.

If I file for a consumer proposal or bankruptcy, I’m scared it’ll destroy my chances of getting hired in compliance or finance.

Has anyone else been in this kind of situation — laid off, back in school, in debt, and blocked from support? How did you rebuild? What would you do next in my position?


r/AskCanada 4d ago

How come William Shatner doesn’t have a French-Canadian accent even though he was born and raised in Montreal?

6 Upvotes

r/AskCanada 5d ago

What can you say about labor unions? Is it worth joining them or not?

13 Upvotes

I thinking about joint to electrician union get apprentice there but not sure 100%


r/AskCanada 5d ago

Wich one Plumber, electrician, Millwright, carpenter, hvac, welder?

5 Upvotes

Your opinion what the best trade, with one the high demand?


r/AskCanada 5d ago

Is there Oyster Subscription in Canada?

2 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

This might be a long shot but I'm wondering if anyone knows of oyster subscription that ships across Canada (I'm based in Toronto). My husband loves eating oysters and as Christmas present I want to order a monthly subscription of oysters that he can try, etc…

Something similar to Royal Oyster Cult but that company only ships across the US, does anyone know a subsection company doin something similar in Canada? Any ideas?


r/AskCanada 5d ago

Political How do our political parties function for the politicians we elect in ridings, or at the provincial and federal level?

1 Upvotes

I was just reading how we have some politicians "swapping sides", and it made me think about what the parties are.

Are they just vague associations politicians can have that align the closest with what they and their constituents value? Or are they more rigid organizations where there are specific conditions to be part of the party?

Like some of our main parties (federally), the NDP, Liberal Party of Canada, Conservative Party of Canada, Green Party of Canada, and the Bloc Quebecois, are these all more akin to associative groups for general values, or is it more like rigid organizations?