FILIPINOS IN CANADA - Perfect Immigrants? 

If Filipinos ever took over Canada - Christmas would last from August to January.

We Filipinos would NEVER change Canada, if you compare Canada to the Philippines Canada is doing WAY Better than the Philippines lol 🤣 There's a saying that goes: "When in Rome, do as the Romans do" and that's exactly what we Filipinos are doing, Canadians doesn't need to adjust themselves just to make other immigrants feel better.. It's the immigrants that have to do the adjustments not the other way around.

I think it made a huge difference that the Philippines were colonized by Spain then the United States. It made the people more accepting to other cultures or races. It's somewhat easier for Filipino immigrants to assimilate to the Canadian western society as they are somewhat exposed already to this type of society back home. From the everyday exposure of American pop cultures, music & movies even American politics & news. A lot of Filipino have this sense that Canadians & Americans are not really that different..lol. Plus the majority of Filipinos if not all are Catholics or Christians. They pretty much celebrate almost the same holidays like the Canadians like Christmas, Easters, or Halloween. So yeah I guess that's the advantage of trying to adjust & live in a new country like Canada 🇨🇦👍

Thank you! I also love Canada, the nicest people I met in my life. Canadians are considerate and peacemakers.

hello, I am a Filipina working as a nurse In florida, yes, we work hard without any complain. We respect the law of the country wherever, we work, we are very loyal to everyone, we don't change any law we only follow the law of that country. We love to cook Filipino food and invite everyone, Filipinos are very friendly people you don't have to worry, were honest, and respected people. I have a lots of Filipinos working there in a medical field, they loved, Canada.

Filipino here👋! Living in Toronto. Thanks for your kind review on us. Well, most of us were raised to adapt to situations/place we are in. We try to do our best to respect the country we are in. And before we even leave our country, Philippines, we won’t be given clearance to fly abroad without taking PDOS (Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar) which basically teaches us what to do and not to do in the country we’re going. Although there are some who taint it but it actually send a message to us (overseas Filipino workers) to make our country proud of us.

Thank u for this video, i am very happy to hear that my fellows were happy living there. Your acceptance made me feel proud! I love you a lot.

I think in every country where there's a community of Filipinos, change comes in both parties. For example, we Filipinos in the Middle east experienced big changes in our lives. We are earning more and as a result, we are now able to provide the needs of our family. At the same time, we change the people in the middle East by teaching them the value of hard work, education and resilience.

The problem is Filipinos hardly ever stand up for themselves and let themselves be pushed around. The live in care giver who was looking after my grandma had a chemistry degree from the Philippines I asked her "Why are you doing a 4 month community college certificate in food handling?. You should have applied to do a Master in Chemistry in Canada" instead they'd count your 4yrs chemistry degree Philippines as an equivalent undergrad failing that they'll grant you a qualifying year and then let you into a full masters program. She gave me the I wish I knew that and just accepted her fate rather then trying. Filipinos sometimes don't know any better and just accept things or make things up based on there assumption without any fact and try to post it as fact. My sister and I were born here but her husband and his family are fobs, constantly they make wrong assumptions of Canada and were always trying to "guide" them in the right direction.

Hi Mark I agree with you, one of my best friend here in canada is Filipino.

Filipino here. Working on my application to move to Canada 💛💛💛

I never been to Canada,but I know many from same school I graduated in high school who are now Canadian citizen...and they are mostly college graduate and that’s their secret why they succeeded in Canadian Life and they bring their Family in Canada.

There’s so much conclusive comment regarding Filipinos. This is flattering, but thank you guys, it means a lot. I wasn’t aware Filipinos has huge number migrated in Canada.

Filipino/a are the Perfect Models as Immigrants. Their culture fits well with Canadian culture. Filipino/a come to Canada to contribute to Canada and make a new life. What makes them such a perfect model is their belief in the same God as Canadians + their unique peaceful characters + willing to fit in and become like us Canadians. Yes those who I have met in Canada can be called Peaceful & Gentle People.

As a filipino i am very glad to know that foreign countries like canada are very much welcoming us to go to there countries.

i didnt know that there's so many pinoys in canada. 😳 it's my biggest dream, to live and work in canada.

If the Filipinos take over the population of Canada, it would be the happiest kindest and romantic country in the whole world.

Kaway kaway sa mga kababayan!

you forgot 1 thing about Filipinos..... Filipinos are great singers 🙂 and karaoke is a must in a home 👍

I'm one of that 26% ...And proud of being ONE!!

I'm a Filipino and I live here in Canada, i'm from New Brunswick. I would say, changing the way it is will only cost us immigrants and the locals a massive misunderstanding. We came here to live and not to colonize. Canadian people are so understanding(not to mention that there are some who are hateful to us immigrants for no reasons at all, also experience racism once but it's all good anyway) and that for me is enough. They accepted us as who we are and we did the same. I don't think changing the culture will give us any benefits at all so I say, it's good as it is.

nice vid bro. the truth is we are not like other asians we are the most westernized nation in asia even b4 ww2 manila was the most westernized city and its not bcoz we want to be americans or canadians :) our culture is a big melting pot :)

Canada is one of the greatest country in the world! As a Filipino myself,i would like to be a part of your great country! but first things first i should get used to the coldness of your country lmao cuz for us Filipinos 23 degrees celsius is cold.😂😂

The only thing would change, perhaps local people here will become religious and living the life of Christ.

The same facts and situations apply here in Australia. We simply love Filipinos and welcome them above many other cultures who simply do not assimilate as easily. Filipinos adapt, whilst still proudly showing their own proud culture. They are honest, religious and yes, hard working. The women are simply gorgeous and remain feminine, which makes for a perfect wife and mother. Unfortunately, its not easy for them to come here. Aussies love Filipinas!

Filipinos are a great fit for Canada because Canada historically is reputed for being a peace keeping nation...polite and caring in general and God fearing. By model, family is key and respect for their neighbours is a trait shared by both nations. Filipinos will never insult a host nation by trying to impose their ways, but rather assimilate themselves because entitlement is not in their vocabulary... They earn their keep and they work hard to earn respect. I'm not saying all, but by comparison to some other immigrants...a much higher percentage.

I have been married to a Filipina for almost 30 years and I am still amazed at her work ethic. It is very clear that when she retires from her job next year, they will find it very difficult to replace her. One of my pet names for her is "super wife".

Filipinos are not gonna change Canada even the population will reach 60 %, you know why because filipinos respect your country, they understood that they are immigrants therefore we will be the one who will adjust and adapt your culture. When we go back to the Philippines now we adjust again and adapt our own culture. Same when you visit our country ( Philippines) you have to respect our culture. 🤗

i am malaysian and my wife is a philipino. what you say is true about them. they are not just the perfect immigrants but the perfect bunch of what humans should be...kind, loving, God fearing, adaptive, friendly and true. they smile alot too......straight from the heart. i know most of them are christians but the muslims of the south carry the same genes of niceties. they are not perfect but they are a blessing to us all. proof is everywhere around the world on all professions: doctors, nurses, IT programmers, engineers, mariners/seamen, domestic helpers, carpenters, electricians...the whole shebang.

“Pakikisama” is ingrained in Filipino culture. It means to live in harmony with others, no matter who they are. Our dignity as a person depends on how good we are at maintaining good relationships with other people.

Nice video. Your comments apply equally in Australia. I'm an Aussie and I know several Philippine families - simply the best friends one could have!

What you said are true about the Filipinos. It is because the Culture of Philippines and Canada are almost the same.. Both Canada and Filipinos speak English, Celebrates Christmas and other holidays, both have democracy, eat bacon, had western values and cultures etc etc.. But not all Filipinos are like that. Some Filipinos are muslims who had almost similar attitudes like the other muslim groups in Canada..

You are totally right, I am living in the middle east there is many Filipinos workers .... they are hard working, good educated, very respectful for the laws in the country, good English speakers, most of them stay out of troubles, they focusing on doing their jobs only ........ finally they are nice people .

if Filipinos will take over Canada, what will change? Canada will start celebrating Christmas from September till mid January.

When we Filipinos Work or Immigrate to other countries, we mostly just do 4 things: Accept, Adapt, Assimilate/Blend and Survive.

Filipinos actually have the answer for world peace......KARAOKE!!! when you're in one of their parties, all anger, hatred and agression just disappears. You go to their parties you leave with a full belly, hoarse voice, drunk and food "to go".

Not just in Canada, they are perfect immigrants all over the globe. Place them in any country, they'll learn the language and culture in a year.

I don't know any Filipino, but after seeing this video, I really want to see some Filipino. I want to learn from them how to deal with good behaviour.

I'm American Person 15 year old person a Minecraft RU-vidr that I Had 5 Filipinos Here in The U.S Idk Why Their Language Is Sounds spanish but also The other Country Hates the Philipines Cause they think their poor but Their are riches country. But Those who hated Those country Its Racist Also I love the Philippines They Change My Life so Much

I love what you're doing here sir, in spreading the knowledge about Filipinos and Canada. I am married to a Filipina, and am writing a book about pinays. I feel Filipinos are changing the face, and future of Canada - and that is AWESOME!! I have no pinoy blood, but my heart belongs to these heroic people. We can learn a lot from the kind, caring people from the Philippines. Keep coming and making Canada strong! Mahal kita. :) - Blazer

We will not change your country just be sure to allow us to have our Toyo, suka, patis, tuyo, sinigang mix etc 😂😂😂

I know lots of Philippines. They come here for work. As you say,they are very nice,they speak English very good. I like them too.

I'm South Korean and in my business days before my retirement had many Filipino employees and eventually friends. Filipinos are wonderful people, they are hard working, family oriented, very religious, and good loyal friends. They are also excellent English speakers and can assimilate well in many Western cultures. They are usually great immigrants.

If Filipinos took over, Canada would be overwhelmed with Jollibee restaurants. Lol

There are few good reasons why most Filipinos have the ability to assimilate into different society, especially in western countries. 1. Western influence, we've been colonized by Spain and the US for many, many years. We've been exposed to different cultures. 2. Filipinos are very tolerant and generally friendly, we embrace different cultures and traditions and enjoy other cuisines other than ours. 3. "Utang na loob" (debt of gratitude), welt felt indebted or obliged to do good things in return for the good opportunity given to us. I am not sure if this tradition exists in other culture but this common in Filipino culture. We believed in the saying "Don't bite the hand that feeds you" I think those are the characteristics makes Filipinos likable to other cultures.

We Filipinos are being thankful to Canada government for being kind-hearted, for giving us the opportunity to work which helps to improve our way of living, and for being so welcoming to Filipinos. Thank you very much. God bless you Canada as well.

Pssst they are good people! They were taught from the very young age that God is on their side when trouble comes, hardships, and by being good God will do miracles. That’s why they are kind hearted, loving, forgiving, respectful, put smile on their faces even life is hard sometimes. When things get rough they turn to God. That’s Filipinos!

I agree that Filipinos make a good immigrant model for the same reasons you have mentioned. Filipinos just know how to respect and appreciate different cultures, and their adaptive and friendly nature can never become a threat to any country. They are mostly skilled in their profession and when treated with respect, they will remain loyal to their employer. Filipino traits that will be advantageous to other cultures would be: their nature in staying close to family, keeping old friends but being open to new friendships, providing their children a globally competitive education, working hard towards job security, and making time for faith and worship.

Filipinos are very great, hard-working and friendly people. They're so many in Dubai as well.

I'm a Filipino. It's because both Canadians and Filipinos are considered to be the friendliest nationalities in the world. I never experienced racism when i visited Canada. Canadians are very approachable, polite and kind. Thanks for this video.

From a linguistic point of view, politeness and humility is pretty much integrated into the Filipino vocabulary where specific words or phrase are uttered just for the sake of being polite. Kind of like the Japanese's polite-yes "Hai"(はい) and/or ''desu''(です) which is uttered at the end of every sentence just for the purpose of being polite. The Japanese are probably a slightly more polite people but I guess the key difference is that Filipinos speak English and are hence, more adaptable.

Give a Filipino a good job and treat him humanely and he will just be more than grateful for the opportunity. Filipinos are quick to assimilate. They never pose too much of a big threat to an existing culture because they are almost always willing to adjust to be accepted or to blend in.

My experience in Australia is similar to yours, although I may be biased as my dear wife of 22 years is Filipina. We mix with a lot of Filipino immigrants, and almost universally they dedicate their lives here to ensuring their children have a good education and preparation for adulthood. They do miss many aspects of their previous life, but are grateful for so many of the things we in Australia take for granted. Having good English spelling and grammar is the foundation for so much of their success.

English is the second language of the Philippines. It is being used everyday like the native language because English is incorporated in local dialects. English subjects is being thought as Early as Nursery and Kindergarten. English words are first to be learned by babies

If Filipinos becomes 50 percent of Canada's population? Adobo and Lumpia will be mandatory meals! 🤣🤣🤣

I’m a first generation Filipino in the USA. My mother’s side is entirely from the Philippines, as well as some portions Chinese. The reason why we aren’t ever vilified is that, as you say, Filipinos adapt into the local cultures well and are more closely tied to western ideals than, say, the Chinese. The Chinese specifically get a bad image because the Chinese tend to be extremely eastern and hold very disagreeable behaviors at times for westerners.

My only major concern when I came to Canada is where to buy RICE. 😋

We love Canadians even though we don’t live there. Canadians are very nice people too. Filipinos are really good in following other countries’ laws and try to make things better for their adopted country.

Hi! this is great. Absoulotely right. I worked for 5countries in Asia. Now I'm in a manager here in Vietnam. I can really compare Filipino attitude to asians... Filipinos are open minded, willing to adopt where ever we are and we are the most hard working. great sir.

I completely agree! I know some Filipinos and I have even a couple of friends among them and I can testify all you told is true! They are nice, peaceful, religious, hardworking, avoiding conflicts etc.

When Filipinos becomes a majority in Canada there will always be singalong... It's always in festive mood.... That I'm sure.. ❤️💕

If Filipinos will change Canadians, that would be, for all Canadians to own a Karaoke machine and sing sometimes until the wee hours. You better sing, whether you’re off key or not, in a gathering...no exception. We take turn in singing before we go home when attending a party. Then you have to eat using spoon, not fork, or simply eat with your hands...Thanks for this, Sir!

I wish Muslims migrants from middle east and northern Africa migrating to Europe and other parts of the world would adapt and respect the laws culture of the country they migrate to.

the one bad thing about Filipinos, “they always work overtime” hahaha

Thanks for your candid opinion about Filipinos. I am a Latino teacher here in Los Angeles, I think the whole world should model the work ethics of the Filipinos. Caring, working happily, making the best out of every worse situation, easily adjusting any job at any given situation, not complaining any hardship in job and workplace, and highly educated and professionals but remain vey modest, humble, respectful, and nice to everyone that surrounds them, very friendly, and can easily assimilate the culture of the host country.

I browsed Wikipedia. 1st asian immigrants in canada is from Phililpines

Filipinos respekt the land they are in... No demand of this and that.... No demand of not eating this and that because of religion and culture.....

Filipinos are very shy..they dont have the attitude of interfering..they know their limits.

Filipinos are adaptable person. They will blend. And i would say a good example of immigrants should be. Sad thing is , filipino citizens perhaps have the most difficult process to obtain visa to canada compared to indian and chinese. Perhaps that is one thing why filipino work hard when they get there. For all the hardship and long process just to be there, they appreciate and thankful to canada for the opportunity they have given. And also most filipino work there to earn money not only for themselves but also for their loved ones and families back home.

I truly appreciate your open and honest perception about Filipino immigrants here in Canada. Thank you! As a Filipino Canadian, I believe that the only way you can ever hope to live a peaceful life and be acceptable to everyone around you, is for you to live as a civilized human being. Show total respect to others, regardless.

As a Pilipino we upset Canadians because our family parties are so goddamn loud!! Karaoke for life tho!

You forgot one thing, most Filipinos are also Christians and familiar with north American pop culture. I came here 8 years ago to pursue the Canadian dream and to have a fresh start. Canada's been so good to me and my family and my wish of having a baby boy was fulfilled here. God bless this land!

Filipinos aren't trying to turn Canada into the Philippines. That's what's great about them. They just live alongside the people who welcome them into their country. They don't bitch and complain and demand their host country to cater to their needs. Look at every part of the world where they emigrate and you'll see that they are the ones who assimilate into the culture of their host country. If anything, they just work, go to church, and try to help out their relatives back home by sending them part of their paychecks.

Filipinos speak English and we watch a lot of Western movies that's why we are able to adapt to western culture. Also, most Filipinos are Christians which most western people are used to or comfortable with.

People is like blood type you need the right type to make it work but Filipino is the universal blood type

I am a Filipino-Canadian living in Greater Vancouver area. We Filipinos can assimilate quickly that is why we don't even need to form a community in order to survive. I lived in Richmond, B.C. and in Surrey, B.C. Richmond is like China or Hong Kong. The city is so Chinese, signs are in Chinese, everything is in Chinese. You come to Surrey, and the same thing is happening, it's India. I am not against this trend, but trying to change Canada is not a good thing. At work and in the streets, people in Surrey, even speak to you in Punjabi, when in fact they see you as not Indian-looking. When in Richmond, same thing, people will speak to you in Chinese, when you don't speak Chinese. Canada has two official languages: English and French. When you are in Canada, you should at least know the basic English, that's why these people formed their own communities so they can survive. Filipinos don't have to. You can see Filipinos everywhere even in the remotest regions of Canada.

I would like to have Filipino friends

Filipino and Canadians are known to be kind hearted and good people so there's no problem about us, and filipinos also known to be non-confrontational and less aggressive that we let ourself accept insult or compliments that sometimes can be annoying, but in general filipino are respecful towards other culture and im pretty sure about that. And also were pretty much "westernized" so we can easily adjust on other euro or north american countries. Thank you so much, sir ☺ Sorry for my bad English.

If we take over Canada. We will require all restaurant to have spoons. Not just knife and fork.haha. we need spoon for our rice.

Filipinos are the least oriental in the orient! Because of history, Filipinos have been acculturated with a plethora of influences which make them more flexible and adaptable. In general, Filipinos are just happy, ever curious, and would probably start or engage in a conversation with non-Filipinos. I have traveled to many countries and without being biased, I would say Filipinos are probably among the nicest, ever helpful people on earth! Of course, we Filipinos also have our weaknesses. We may be open to many cultures but in my opinion, Filipinos tend to be weak in terms of our collective national identity. Because of the varied historical influences, our cultural identity is not as strong as the Thais, or Japanese for instance. There's a kind of identity crisis, if you may- a subconscious quest for what truly is authentic Filipino. When I meet a Filipino in another country, almost always, he'or she would voluntarily flaunt the information that some Spanish or Chinese blood runs through his or her veins (as if that would make him/her superior than other FIlipinos!) but when you ask him or her if he or she speaks Spanish/Chinese, that person can not even speak the language. One ironic thing about many Filipinos is when our country, people, or culture is being criticized, we are uber-sensitive about it. We retaliate irrationally. What I'm trying to say is we FIlipinos should just take it easy, be confident, and equally proud to be just the way we are - Filipinos. Period. There is no need for pretense or facade. We should just embrace the beauty of "fusion" whether in terms of our cuisine, arts, design, or how we express ourselves. Embrace the beautiful East-West paradox of being a Filipino and I think this is something that should be developed in the country's educational system. There is power in fusion and that should likewise be the overriding theme and even a competitive edge in its development trajectory as a nation.. :)

3 EXCELLENT points. One other thing about Filipinos is that they don't keep to themselves as much as other Asians. They are more open, more inclusive. They know how to get along with others.

*If the population of Filipino immigrants reach to a certain level, i dont think it would cause alarm to the Canadian majority, because Filipinos are not radicals, we are not close minded people, of course, there would be some but majority of us were a well diversed people,*

I think Filipinos do a great job of assimilating unlike some culture who segregate themselves to pockets in most cities.Its also easier for most Filipinos to be a part of a community because they can speak english well.

so true, even street chiildren with no education can understand english...filipinos are generally freindly, hard workers, law abiding, very respectfully, family-oriented...although there are some bad eggs...

Even when visiting someone else’s house, we abide by the rules of the household. If we can do that to a simple house visit, what more if we had to go to another country? ^_^

You have such a wonderful and soothing voice. You're perfect for your profession.

2:55 "Filipinos: I have not heard anything bad" - I think it's because most Filipinos who work abroad are more educated and hardworking than the "filipinos" in the Philippines. OFW's (overseas filipino workers) or Filipino migrants are concerned about reputation - they are "representing" us in a way, and doesn't want to put a bad image on our country. I think it's sad that the only time that Filipinos will become more "hardworking" and "successful " is if they'll go abroad. We are sending our best people abroad, and the ones left here in the Philippines are lazy... like me hahaha 😂🤣 I'm so lazy I want a cure 😣😅

Thank you for praising us Filipinos,I'm also an OFW here in Bahrain for 8yrs in just one employer.

Finally, I found the Channel that don't discriminate Filipinos, because of this I subscribed. Hello everyone

As filipino. We believe the saying. If you live in rome. Do what romans do.

If 50% become Filipino immigrant they will assimilate more to the Canadian culture . There will be more mixed breed kids and more family bonding .

So very true. As a Christian/Catholic Filipino. They will not change you for the way they perceived you to be or accept. They love and served with their hearts. God bless the Philippines and all the Filipino migrants.

thanks for the good coments us, im proud to be a filipino,my ante is almost 36 years in canada,✌

One of the inborn nature of Filipinos is that we can immediately adapt in our surroundings, we can still find a way to entertain ourselves even in our worst situations, we work hard, and most of all we protect each other immensely, no matter you're a stranger you hit one Filipino the whole nation will hit back on you. But we don't mostly go out for attention, since We go to other countries with a goal in mind and that is to help our families back in the Philippines. That's why we are also called underdogs, because we may not always start a fight but We will be sure to end it with us being the victor.

My wife was born in the Philippines and arrived here when she was 9 yrs old. We have 4 children, ranging from 26 yrs old down to 15 yrs. old. I have nothing but praise for my wife and her (and now my) family… from my in-laws to my wife's extended family. Over the years we have integrated into one another's culture and traditions. It's been a rewarding experience, no doubt!

*Im speaking this on behalf of Filipinos working abroad whether in the US, Canada, Middle East.....etc.... that filipinos are a well diverse people or should i say, right from moment we learned to talk and understand, we were already went through some socio ecological adaptation from our surroundings so with this, we were trained and able to adjust in any way such in religion, politics, and even the traditions*

filipinos are really great at obeying countries' laws where they migrated to.. but sad to say.. in their own country they dont really care about the laws and order..

They will not change, they will adapt that's one of the characteristic of being Filipino, one good example is when i am taking a vacation in my province when the people know that you are from manila they're the one who adjust for you even it's hard for them to speak in tagalog they will try their best to talk to you in tagalog even though it is not their mother tongue language of my province, in exchange for their adjustment i am the one who speak in mother tongue language of my province 😂😂, it's crazy though but that's how we adjust for each other.

I just notice that they don’t impose their culture and traditions wherever they migrate. Check europe for example, when refugees came, they demand to have various things like new places of worship and special respect to their religion and prophet.. and when ask why they want these things, they have the audacity to claim its because their religion is the true religion. Filipinos don’t do that.. they just keep their heads down and grind.

I got a plan to study in Canada for college, as my fanily got a history in Canada for years. We Filipinos are adaptable, ranging from working to a hot, humid country to a cold area (like my mother in UK). From my experience, I learn how to speak in english due to my exposure in english TV shows and the english subject in kinder. cheers from the Philippines!