There is a Chinese saying, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do," which means that when you arrive in a new place, you should understand the local customs and adapt to the local way of life. For new immigrants to Canada, it is equally necessary to understand local customs in order to adapt to and integrate into the local society as quickly as possible.
Canadians are simple and casual in their dealings
Canadians are easy-going and approachable. People who know each other should greet one another when they meet. When men and women meet, the woman generally initiates the handshake. If a man is wearing gloves, he should remove them before shaking hands. Women do not need to remove their gloves when shaking hands with other women. People often address each other by their first names, as they feel this is friendlier and more intimate.
Canadians value social etiquette
Canadians value etiquette, and their dress code requirements vary depending on the occasion. In informal settings, attire is casual and there are few strict rules; in formal settings, such as at work, church, performances, or banquets, dress should be neat and appropriate. Men wear suits, and women wear dresses or skirts. There are no strict requirements for the fabric of women's dresses, but the style should be modern and dignified, and the colors should coordinate with the occasion. For example, a woman should never wear a white or off-white dress to a wedding, as that color is reserved exclusively for the bride.
Canadians have a strong sense of time
When immigrating to Canada, you should develop good time management habits. Canadians have a strong sense of time; appointments should be made in advance, and you should arrive on time. For birthdays, weddings, farewells, and other occasions, gifts are usually wrapped in colored paper and decorated with ribbons. The recipient should open the gift in front of the giver and express their thanks. Do not arrive early for a dinner party; when attending a banquet, you should bring a gift such as a bottle of wine, a box of chocolates, or a bouquet of flowers, or perhaps a small gift for the hostess and the children.
In general, Canadians are cheerful, casual, and natural. To integrate into local society and life more quickly, new immigrants should learn more about local customs, learn to observe and adapt, and respect one another. However, new immigrants need not worry too much. As a traditional country of immigration, Canada has a large Chinese population and adheres to a policy of multiculturalism, where people from all over the world live together in harmony. According to an international survey, more than 70% of new immigrants to Canada are able to integrate into local society within a short period of time. As a leading institution in the immigration industry with 18 years of experience, Worldway Immigration Group has a comprehensive landing and settlement customer service team to help our new immigrant friends integrate into local life as soon as possible.More consultation hotline:400-138-2929