Delhi man says moving to Canada was a mistake; calls colleges a scam in viral Reddit post

The man urged fellow Indians to reconsider their plans, pointing out India’s economic growth and improving opportunities.

Delhi man who migrated to Canada calls the work-life balance terrible

For many Indians, moving abroad in search of a “better life” has always been an appealing dream. But does reality live up to the expectations? A man from Delhi, who migrated to Canada, doesn’t think so.

In a Reddit post, the man expressed his deep regret over his decision, calling the entire experience a “scam,” and warned others against making the same “mistake”. He shed light on the struggles faced by international students. He also rendered the degrees “useless,” and wrote about the terrible work-life balance.

“I regret moving to Canada. Every day, I see people in India dreaming of moving abroad, believing there are better opportunities. But let me give you a reality check. I live in Canada, and it is not what it seems. The government and colleges have turned international students into a business, and once you land here, you realise you’ve been scammed,” he wrote.

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He urged fellow Indians to reconsider their plans, pointing out India’s economic growth and improving opportunities. “India is growing, and opportunities are improving. If you work smart, you can build a great life without sacrificing your mental health, family, and dignity. The West sells you an illusion, but once you get here, you realise you’ve been brainwashed. Don’t fall for the trap—stay in India, invest in yourself, and build something meaningful at home,” the post read.

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The post sparked a heated debate online, with many agreeing with his sentiments while others strongly defended their choice to migrate.

One user commented, “The West is great when you have a job and a company sponsoring your visa. But it’s a nightmare when you’re drowning in student debt and working low-paying labor jobs. Not cool for poor people.”

A Reddit user from Toronto echoed similar feelings, saying, “I 100% agree with you, bruh. It’s just not worth it here—whether you have PR or not. I’m moving back to Delhi soon, and I couldn’t be more excited.”

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However, not everyone shared the same experience. One user said, “If you fall for a scam, then you will feel like Canada is a scam. But that’s not the whole truth. It depends on how well you do your research before moving.”

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A Delhi resident who moved to Sydney in 2008 shared a different perspective: “I don’t regret moving at all, though I miss India dearly. Struggles in the beginning are normal in any new country, but if you keep hope and work hard, things get better.”

The conversation around life abroad has been intense lately. Just days ago, a viral video showed an Indian man proudly renouncing his Indian citizenship for New Zealand, dramatically swapping his Indian jersey for a New Zealand one.

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