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The struggles of expat life
Yes, because even if from the outside, expatriation and Canada in particular are seen as an Eldorado, this temporary resident status is not easy every day... The famous holiday dilemma Yes, as a reminder,…
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Slices of Life: I had a destructive affair
A fragile little thing after a destructive affair lasting almost 5 years, with a work colleague who was the height of stupidity with a capital C, I dove into it wholeheartedly (and with a lost heart), even…
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What about the new arrival?
Little Quid useful in this period of new arrivals in PVT or study permit Here the use of the informal "tu" is the law. For my part, I was already used to it working in the world of TV where everyone uses the informal "tu"...
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The joys of Quebec winter
Welcome to the Quebec winter, a season so dreaded by expats (and even by natives ^^). A short guide to what awaits you: Good equipment for your survival By this we mean, of course, the combo of…
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The power of social media
Social media now impacts our lives. For a generation like mine that didn't grow up with this revolution, there is a before and after the Internet. The power of social media more generally...
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New films/series for August 2021
Here is a short list of the new releases of the month, whether on the digital platforms or cinema releases. On the small screen: Valeria – season 2 (released on 08/13 – Netflix) Barely out and already finished,…
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What I miss now that I live abroad
4 years after leaving France, a small anthology of those things that every normally constituted French person misses from the mother country. I only have 2 words to say: Picard and Monop' No comment any French expat who…
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Consumption patterns in Quebec
A small anthology of the consumer system in Montreal. 1) MONEYExpect to spend your time calculating the final price to pay at the checkout all the time. In fact, taxes are never included on any price in stores…
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City Guide: Montreal
The largest French-speaking metropolis in North America, Montreal is now the 2nd most populated city in Canada. This cosmopolitan and multicultural city is home to many must-see spots. Here is a selection of the to-do list for a stay in Montreal.…
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Ass between two chairs
Biased sense of belonging Country where I was born Country where I immigrated My heart is split in two Here everything has to be done and in France, everything has to be consolidated Everything has to be rethought How to make the right choice…
