Let's Talk About Immigration in Newfoundland
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- čas přidán 14. 02. 2023
- Immigration is a popular topic of conversation in Newfoundland lately. In 2023, things are really looking up.
Canada's population growth is almost entirely driven by international migration, and Newfoundland and Labrador is finally starting to figure out what it takes to attract people to come and settle here.
There is still a lot of work to do to spread the word about what Newfoundland has to offer. Most people who think about coming to Canada know about Toronto, and maybe Vancouver. St. John's is not nearly as well known, but there are more people who are finding their way there from outside Canada than ever before.
Based on the information that exists on the Internet (which it would seem is often written by Canadians whose only exposure to Newfoundland are Newfie jokes from the 1940s or so), this province on the eastern shores of Atlantic Canada could benefit from being talked about more. That's why this channel exists.
2023 will be an important year for our province. If we are able to maintain the momentum with regard to immigration and inter-provincial in-migration that we've been enjoying for the past year and a half or so, we will be able to look back at this period of our history as a very important, transformative one. Only time will tell for certain, but there are many signs that we can be optimistic for this to come to fruition.
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My stance on this is culture based, I feel with immigration you need similar societies to mix not the opposite. If we immigrated people from Ireland that’d be perfect because they are similar to us culturally, but the way Canada does it makes no sense. It’s like if China or Nigeria chose to mass immigrated Americans or even fellow Canadians for example that’d be stupid, but on the west side of the world we’re forced into situations like that and it only causes hate and division because your forcing two opposites together which weren’t meant to be together. And they made to where your the bad guy for calling this truth out
You can "call it out" but that doesn't make it truth. If YOU feel hate and division, that's a YOU problem.
I spent 31 years in Brampton ON - one of the most multicultural places on the planet. There is no longer a majority there; those of European descent are still the largest group (unless you divide by the various nationalites in Europe) but are still less than 50% of the population. And you know what? It's only an issue for those who insist on making it an issue. On my street, my immediate neighbours were immigrants from Jamaica and Panama. We had South Asians, Chinese, Middle Eastern and other neighbours - a real mix. I'm not aware of anyone not getting along.
My workplace? Equally mixed. All great people.
Yes, there are always some who come here who keep to themselves - just like there are white people who refuse to associate with others not of their own ethnicity. That's their loss. Personally, I welcome anyone who wants to come here and be part of Canada.
I moved back to NL a few months ago. One of the things I like about how St. John's has changed in the three decades I've been away is the increase in the mix of cultures. It's good to see people choosing to come here, rather than fleeing due to lack of opportunity. Differences enrich - as long as you aren't afraid of them.
@@keithosmond5730 If I move to Nigeria for example I’m going to do my best to fix into that way of life and adapt. I’m not gonna to go door to door mummering, singing Newife music and screeching people in, that’s disrespectful as hell.
But in Canada immigrants do the opposite. If someone immigrates from China, Brazil, Morocco hell even the USA I welcome them as long as we the people try to make a statement that Newfoundland culture should be respected because we’d do the same for them.
In Toronto it’s okay because multiculturalism is the norm and has been sense that city was built, but here were the most isolated province where one culture has been preserved for hundreds of years, I don’t wanna lose that. I don’t think that’s to crazy to say
@@notsnho Most do - particularly in a place like NL, where it's hard to remain insular; there usually aren't enough from where they left to stay silo'd. And coming here, they would have to be curious and have a sense of adventure.
That doesn't mean that they have to abandon their culture, though. Sharing it with others while learning about the culture they've moved to is a GOOD thing. Just as I didn't abandon the NL traditions I liked and wanted to preserve when I moved to ON. We aren't the US or the Borg; we don't have to assimilate them. They certainly aren't going to assimilate us. Not with the small numbers we are likely to attract.
If you're afraid of learning about their culture, well, no one will force you to. Just live and let live. But if this island is to keep from dying out, we need new people. Our culture and traditions won't survive, anyway, if there's no one left living here. Those who come and stay do so because they love the place. What's so wrong about that?
Mark royle is a fool
Thete is a lot of good
information in this video. And, as always, it's wise to steer away from charts. I was struck by a comment from CountryBanana: "it's a tough place live. It takes a special breed." I couldn't agree more.
Good work, Mark.
Thanks, as always! ☺️☺️
I can feel your deep love to Newfoundland, and I'm probably coming within 6 to 8 months. so let's hope I shall share the same love that you have. thank you for this video.
Damm, I felt that. I want to move to Canada, I had new Brunswick as an option but thanks to your video newfoundland and Labrador its and option. I love your optimism, your consideration to your community and to new comers. Id like to be in a community where there's people like you. Thanks for the video, like. Your work and s I respect it. Greeting from Mexico 🇲🇽
Thank you so much for your kind words. New Brunswick is one of the few provinces of Canada that I’m not very familiar with but I can tell you that the people I have met from there are awesome. With that said, Newfoundlanders are my favorite people and Newfoundland is my favorite place! I hope you are able to make the move happen!
I have a Working Holiday Visa and Im planning to go and work at Newfoundland. I just discovered your youtube channel but I love your videos. Greetings from Costa Rica 🇨🇷 !
Greetings to you! Amazing to read your note. I hope you enjoy your time in Newfoundland!
As a resident of Newfoundland and Labrador I find this video inspirational. As an immigrant I find that it is people like you that make this place feel so much like home. I'm originally from Louisiana but I found my home on the island and by extension Labrador. After recently coming back home to our capital I find myself drawn back to the Big Land. Before I left I felt my story wasn't finished there. And so I plan to move back home to Goose Bay where I'd like to start a non-profit or co-operative organization. What I'd really like is for people to see the beauty and wonder that is Labrador. When walking on the big land just remember that it is a place to be respected.
Love your content ❤❤
Thank you very much 😊 I’ll keep it coming!
Fantastic video Mark! I'm touched by your admiration for this province. I had been considering moving to Canada, but after watching your video, I decided to settle in Newfoundland instead. Tell me how I can get in touch with you about business migration in this state, please. Continue your wonderful work.
Newfoundland is part of Canada............
Lovely video. Instant subscription.
Thank you, I really appreciate you!
We want to move to St.Johns from Ukraine because of the war...We searched a lot of information about the land and people there, so find it as an AMAZING place for moving and living there. I am very afraid about the question of work and housing, but still trying to stay positive! Thanks for your videos, thats calming me down and gives more confidence 🥰
its very much worse in Canada here than in The Ukraine. Ukraine's are not much welcome
Thank you so much for watching, and I am very happy to know that you find my videos helpful 🙂🙂
I go to MUN and I sometimes feel like I am forced to move away from this beautiful city and province even when I don't want to, even when it would break my heart to. Extreme competition at MUN for some programs, mostly due to underfunding is something really concerning.
Do you mean competition to get the classes you want/need? Can you share more about the situation?
@@mark_royle_newfoundland Well I want to do computer science and to get into the major it’s super competitive. I had 75% cumulative average in university but still couldn’t get into the major. The cutoff was 77% last semester. No other university except UBC Uwaterloo and UToronto requires you take university courses to declare major for computer science. You get the major right away when you apply if you’ve enough marks to get in and it’s because MUN is underfunded. So I’ll probably transfer to different university like a lot of my friends who haven’t got into the major.
I'm currently sending applications for work there in Canada. But when I saw your video, I hope I would land a job there. Nice video, hello from the Philippines.
Thank you! I hope you can make it happen!
Hi Mark. I was born in '61 in St. John's. My dad worked for McNamara Construction building the causeways around the island and because of that we were nomadic, spending time in Conception Bay South, Notre Dame Bay, Cornerbrook and Port aux Basques. When the work dried up dad did what Newfs do, he went to where the work was. He went to Toronto and a few months later mom, my brother and I followed. 20 years later, I moved to Peterborough. I was there for 30 years and the last 10, I drove cab. Trent University had a small enrollment when I started, with about 400 international students. The last year enrollment was 6,000 international, due in large part to Its DNA program. The city started the New Canadian Center for those students and other newcomers to help them adjust and find friends. That was more than we got moving to Toronto. Keith and I went to school where it was easy to make friends. Mom and dad had a harder time with work mates having their separate lives. Speaking from experience, moving to a new place is hard. We moved halfway across the country, some folks go halfway around the world.
Another wonderful comment from you. Thank you, I really appreciate you.
How many days or weeks does it take when apply for a job
Im an artist and i want to move to this place, my gut is telling me that its the perfect for me and my partner to shine and to share my art with people!
I love Newfoundland so much, but I always say it’s not perfect… but it’s definitely great so I hope you and your partner can find your way here!
Thanks so much this video... I am from Nigeria and I and my husband and my 3 kids are planning to migrate to Canada specifically Newfoundland, I hope and pray it favors us because I can't really find many African people living there but we are still coming anyways
From Nigeria too..newly wed..my hubby and I are considering this option. I hope you make it there. It'll be lovely to connect with you if it works out for us
Greetings Nigerians. Hope we all get there. Anyone there yet?
Hi guy! May I ask how much cost of living there approximately is, without rent
Very informative and interesting video.I want to migrate to Newfoundland but I don't have much information about it all I get to read about is the cold and windy climate and how people keep migrating out of the place😢which has been really scary for me.But watching your video now has made me a bit emotional.If you want your province to flourish and blossom before 2026,please make informative and educative and positive videos about the province and put it out there, You will be amazed at the outcome.
Thank you very much for watching and for your very kind words. I promise to keep trying to create more videos like this ☺️☺️
And for the record, it is definitely a very windy place but it is not any colder than the rest of Canada. There are lots of places that get WAYYYY colder, for longer portions of the year!
Do you have any videos and/or links relative to dual citizenship? My grandmother was raised in Trinity East, and I am due to explore this heritage. (Maybe not full-on immigration for a while, but still very curious!)
If you are planning a visit, even a long one, you may be able to come for up to 6 months at a time as a visitor. Where would you be coming from? People from most countries require a visa, which is relatively straight forward to apply for, but there are a number of countries whose citizens are permitted to come to Canada with an “eTA” which is similar to a visa but is even easier to apply for. If you wanted to come and work for a while, but not necessarily immigrate, you might be able to apply for a temporary work permit. Hope these options help!
They most likely won't stay because their community and families tend to be in big cities. We need to really push for locals to have families.
More babies, more returning Newfoundlanders, and more immigration are all needed. None of those things are easy, but at least I can confirm that more newcomers are coming and staying now than they did 5 years ago (and WAY more than 10 years ago).
@@mark_royle_newfoundland I say this with no malice but do you have any proof to your claim?
@@mark_royle_newfoundland Just hope it doesn't turn into BC where people from each of their country mostly stays in one area and doesn't integrate into society, more homeless, RE prices go up, more cheap slave labour for the neo-liberal elite etc etc.
If we're bringing in immigrants, let's bring in skilled workers and less people who are sucking away tax dollars.
I actually intended on sharing screenshots from charts found on Statscan and from IRCC annual reports over the years but I thought it would be too number-y and boring… but the info is available (I’m still trying to figure out how to create the most engaging videos; I’m pretty new to this CZcams thing).
Basically, since the AIPP (now simply AIP) was launched in 2017, NL has seen overall retention increase by a noticeable amount. We are now above the 50% on the 5-year retention measure as of 2022; we were around the mid 40s pre-AIP, and consistently in the low to mid 30s for the 20 or so years before that.
The Canadian government has stated recently that population projections for 2050 see all but one provinces population increasing. That province is Newfoundland, where in their BEST CASE scenario we will only lose 10,000 people by 2050. I just don't see the population retention and they've been trying immigration initiatives in Newfoundland since long before 2017. I'm okay with Newfoundland staying the way it is in an increasingly overcrowded world. I also think while it's great there are many first generation entrepreneurs starting in the province its in no way a sign of good fortune on the horizon and they like many will see the limitations of a smaller population in growing their business and unfortunately either leave or file for bankruptcy. There's been a lot of optimism and lot of sweet nothings whispered in our ears for almost 75 years and nothing has changed. It's not an easy place to live it takes a special breed.
I really appreciate you sharing your thoughts. I don’t dismiss the projections but I do see, directly, the change in retention and I am optimistic. While I disagree with you, I accept that you may ultimately be right. Only time will tell what’s going to happen to/in Newfoundland but I stand by my optimism. I’m encouraged by the progress and change I’ve witnessed over the past 25 years and I’m excited to see where things go over the next 25
@@mark_royle_newfoundland Yes please don't let an old pessimist like me bring you down I like your optimism I appreciate what you're doing for the province I just can't get my hopes up anymore
The last few years, with COVID and increased opportunity to work from home - and making that home wherever there's an internet connection - has opened up opportunities. The number of returnees has shown that (speaking as one of them; I'm back after three decades in ON, and brought my job with me). The ability to work remotely for a company based elsewhere is something we should be actively promoting.
Though one sticking point in attracting more people is the state oh health care. I've been here since the end of Sept and am completely out of luck trying to find a doctor. Not great when you have a chronic illness like diabetes.
@@keithosmond5730 great points, thanks for sharing. Nothing about where we are is easy. There are signs that we are riding a rising tide right now but there are still some very serious problems that need to be addressed to make sure we don’t get swept under.
Good video! Firstly, I think Newfoundland is very beautiful, I don't think there is another place in the world with so much natural beauty, at least in my taste. Would you have links where you can get information to open a business, like a computer and retro game store in Newfoundland, and data to research whether there would be a market for this type of market? Thanks.
I got admission into Memorial University and am coming with my family in December 2023. How do we go about accommodation in st. John.
Congrats Amara. Have you been able to sort out the accommodation?
I heard that asylum seekers coming into canada alot are being sent to newfoundland, i mean lets say asylum seekers do come to newfoundland and want to stay there, how can they be secured if ive seen recent articles saying they are getting no response from immigration and is a big problem for these asylum seekers?
Only governments and business owners crave population growth - most individuals couldn’t care less. The responding argument is usually “but wait, the have-nots need you!!” …… and then the response, “yeah, but we don’t need you”. Perhaps a good place for retirees to vacation.
First time i saw there i fell inlove and thats alot as i am from an island in the caribbean.
I moved in St. Johns from Philippines and I love it here! 5 years and Counting, It's laid back and not to overwhelming. Glad I found your Channel! One thing I would like to see in Newfoundland is the Music scene.
Thanks for watching, and thanks for your comment! There’s a great music scene in St. John’s, and it really seems to be entering an interesting phase in its history. Watch this space, I’ll have some interview videos coming down the pipeline with super talented musicians who are doing some really cool things!
If I may ask, how was the weather acclimation? That is the one and only reason why I'm, coming from a warmer climate, yet to make a decision on moving.
@@Harpeia half of the year is mostly winter we get 1 month of summer, spring or fall is sweater weather.
How can I get in touch with you ? I’m moving to canada from an offhsore oil and gas and maritime background, i Personaly want to settle in St. John because it offers the environment for my job and skills set . Can you get in touch with me ASAP please . How can I contact you ?
Hi. Please send me an email: info@1497canada.com
Hello, I am an Iranian and I want to come to St. John's city, but I heard that tourists in this city cannot open a bank account and do not have the right to obtain a driver's license, while this is not the case in most Canadian cities, if you are looking for If you attract immigrants, you must provide facilities for them.
Banks are regulated federally, not provincially or by individual cities. It is possible to open a bank account in St. John’s as a temporary resident, and this includes people on tourist visas, just as it is in any other Canadian city. However it is very difficult to meet the identification requirements that most banks look for as a tourist (as opposed to students or workers, who are also temporary residents).
A drivers license will only be issued by a province or territory (any province or territory) if you are a legal resident of that Canadian province or territory.
Respectfully, your information is incorrect.
This is a dream that i have live in Canada and really like NL i hope live there.
I hope you can make your dream a reality!
Love this video!! I can feel your passion. Thanks Newfoundland and Labrador is officially a top choice on my immigration list 😊 Can you also do a video or share some info on the housing market? Thanks
Thanks so much ☺️☺️ I am actually planning a video about the housing situation in St. John’s at the moment. I don’t know when it will be ready quite yet (I’m still only in the research stage for now) but stay tuned!!
@@mark_royle_newfoundland I definitely will!!
Mark, you seem well-meaning but that's partly what makes this so dark. Maybe the grimmest video I have seen. This will not save Newfoundland, but kill it. We may never compete with Toronto, but we are playing the same game, and what you will produce is St John's as a lesser, smaller borough of the GTA. Can we learn nothing from Vancouver, London, Paris, and the social problems introduced by immigration and even simply by tourism, like Venice? The ridiculous racial division in America, the terrible prospects for housing for mainland Canadians. Why do these changes need to happen? Why must our foot always stay on the gas pedal, as you say? Why do we have to sacrifice our unique corner of the world on the altar of endless growth and global finance? Is there no alternative to this system in which we've been ensnared? Why are alternatives to your institution; authentic, sustainable population growth methods that actually aim to address the heart of the issue not even tried? Is it really true that the only options we have are to be colonized by the world, or be a depopulated tourist honeypot? Who in the government & social elite is still safeguarding the interests of actual average Newfoundlanders as a people group, rather than trying to make a line on a graph go up like we're a corporate property? Do we think this is what the Newfoundlanders who joined Canada thought they were signing up for? What policies actually distinguish this from what you'd expect from colonial rule? Is this moral government?
I titled this video “Let’s Talk About Immigration in Newfoundland” and I sincerely appreciate your comment. We are light years apart on how we feel about things, but that’s why I feel it’s important to talk about this. I stand by the points I make in my video 100%. Maybe I am completely wrong. Time will tell.
There are definitely problems in all the cities you mentioned, but to blame them all on immigration simplifies a lot of very complex issues. Besides, these are some of the worlds great cities by so many measures, so respectfully, this is another item I’m just not with you on.
We are all human being and there’s room for anyone who wants to share our corner of the world with us to do so. That’s how I feel about it. We don’t own this island. We were just blessed to land here. In order to improve our own individual situations, we have travelled everywhere and anywhere around the globe. We have gone wherever we have needed to go to find work over the generations when times have been hard. Why are we free to do that but not return the favor to other people who look to Newfoundland as a land of opportunity?
Indeed but, at least for my circles, when the modern world demands Newfoundlanders permanently settle away, it has been a very sad thing for us left behind, and is also something to ideally be avoided. These cities (London, Paris) may still be great places to visit, but clearly aren't great by measure of the people who historically inhabited them, because they're gone now. I just pray for large numbers there is a stopping point in the coming century to prevent St John's going that way, indeed there are many quality-of-life problems with the sheer scale of metropolises that are blind to culture, all the more they be avoided. We aren't in a position to bargain with power, so I greatly appreciate you not being dismissive, but I and at least some do absolutely feel ownership of this island. There's nowhere else for us. I am very wary (perhaps irrationally, but I feel there's precedent on display in the countries we're mimicking) of its culture and landscape being drastically altered by a regime that sees only economics.
We certainly have a liquid history, maybe it isn't our destiny to ultimately have a home. But I hope not. I hope that the rural Newfoundland of yesterday in some way resurfaces in the future, and wish more in government shared this ideal as valuable in itself. I don't think newcomers are necessarily a hindrance to that, depending on whether immigration is handled carefully. I grew up with children of Greek, Arab, and First Nation immigrants, their low number did not disrupt our lifestyle and they could reasonably be considered 'Newfoundlanders'. However, the projections you give and the sea of non-English speakers I encounter gives me doubt it is now being handled with much care. Unfortunately, there is actually an eventual limit to living space, and the NE Avalon is already fast approaching it if you have a radical preference for small towns, wilderness, low traffic, and quiet like myself and some locals. The fact that NLers were and are hired to help build projects overseas in no way indebts us to the world. If we hypothetically had the will and political energy to go another way, like limit or demand higher integration standards on immigration, there is no ethical constraint.
Of course, many simply feel as you do. All I can do is represent my gloom and I thank you for taking an interest despite my skepticism toward your video. I don't think this New-Newfoundland will have nothing to offer people like me, but still deeply mourn the old and wish an alternative - like investigating & addressing what is actually causing the population to tank instead of just endlessly band-aiding people in to the city - was pursued.
I am planning to move soon
I want to live there. One day 🙏🙏
I hope you can make it happen!
I love your videos I can get a Canada friends
Thank you 😊 You got a Canada friend here!
@@mark_royle_newfoundland can you give me your WhatsApp number
I HOPE ,I WILL BE NEW EMIGRANT ,WTO MOWE TO NL!
Hope your children all have mixed babies Mark Royle lol
I don’t get it
So i see what I wrote was mostly taken away...i guess the TRUTH Hurts!
Taken away by what?
@@mark_royle_newfoundland by what I don't know.......But I know that it was!
after watching your video,im convince to work there.im from philippines.my papers are still on process.hoping to be there by july.in God's will.
I wish you the best and hope your application is approved! Thank you for sharing your thoughts here ☺️