Did you know that Canada is one of the best countries in the world for women to live?
Canada ranked 5th as the best country in the world for women, according to the most recent study carried out by US News & World Report in partnership with the BAV Group and Wharton.
The evaluation criteria for this study were as follows:
- How much the country cares about human rights
- Gender equality
- Income equality
- Progress and security
According to the report, Canada was recognized primarily for its strong record on gender equality. Those who live here, like us, can say that this study corresponds to reality. In some other studies, Canada has already ranked third.
Even though we still have to fight for many things, living in Canada as a woman gives us the feeling that we are valued and respected, regardless of social class, sexual orientation, age or race. Being able to walk freely on the streets with a low level of concern is priceless. And for those who have daughters, this is also priceless.
Furthermore, there are many possibilities in the job market, which embraces women more fairly and with a less sexist culture.
One day I was talking to a friend who returned to Brazil after a few years living in Vancouver and I asked him what his main reverse culture shock would have been and he replied “I found many women in Brazil a little sad, discouraged... the woman in Canada He seems to be holding his head higher, more confident.” I was sad to hear that and a year later I went to visit Brazil and also noticed the difference, both in subtleties and in more explicit situations. In my view, women living in Canada seem more confident due to a number of factors. Firstly, because here many people break away from some “social rules” that imprison them in their countries of origin and can be more free and authentic with themselves. The fact that you suffer less sexual and moral harassment also gives you a great feeling of freedom and respect. Here we can wear whatever clothes we want and walk the streets without annoying looks and invasive comments (which are very rare) and without fear of violence (which is infinitely less than in Brazil). Here there is no exacerbated eroticization that is present in almost everything in Brazil (no, there are no ridiculous beer advertisements with women sensualizing in tiny bikinis). I've seen the shortest shorts and miniskirts in my life in Canada and women don't feel threatened or embarrassed wearing clothes like that. On the contrary, always confident. I have a friend who has traveled all over the world and she always told me “short clothes in Brazil? No no. We see short clothes in the first world.” That means a lot. Furthermore, as no one here cares about other people's lives and everyone takes care of their own, disapproving and judgmental looks at women are very rare. Even because this is typical of sexist societies that still have a lot to evolve.
Canada also opens up a fundamental space for women's empowerment at different levels, whether in the context of entrepreneurship or in personal and professional life as a whole. Institutions like the “The Canadian Women's Foundation” ddemonstrates that all women have the incentive and space to grow in Canada, whether of any social class, sexual orientation or race. This foundation funds programs across Canada, prioritizing communities most in need. These programs address four pressing issues: gender-based violence, economic security, girls' empowerment and inclusive leadership. And there are many other institutions that support women in the most diverse areas.
For mothers, the fact that they can send their children to public schools for free (from the age of 5) and of high quality is already an immeasurable benefit. When I arrived in Canada I didn't understand why mothers here seemed so much calmer and more serene compared to mothers in Brazil. Obviously we have our “Latin blood” and we are more passionate due to our culture, which also has many good things, but after some time here I began to understand the reasons for this serenity. Reasons include having a better quality of life, greater security for their children and for themselves, government support (Child Benefit, a financial allowance for each child, a tax-free monthly payment made to eligible families to help with the cost of raising children under age 18. Find out more here https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-child-benefit-overview.html) and many other things that would not fit in this text. Each province has different aspects and benefits and I suggest you do a lot of research about where you will live or study and find out what you will be entitled to.
Another important factor in Canada for women is that age is not an exclusionary factor here. If you are over 40, you still have a lot of chance in the job market, even starting a new career if you wish. In Canada, they don't put age or whether they have children or not on their CVs, and during job interviews you can't ask these things. This is simply fantastic. Living here, many women can understand how important it is to have a fairer society that welcomes us with more dignity and less prejudice.
If you are not happy with your life in Brazil, it is a very legitimate choice to live in another country, a place where you can hold your head higher, where your opinion is more respected and where you will feel safer while walking the streets.
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