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I worked in One WTC and was on the 43rd floor when American Airlines 11 slammed into us.
As a balance to the loss and horror of that day and the aftermath, the stories of those who rose to the higher levels of humanity and helped others out are just as important to remember.
Thanks, Canada.
No offence to Gander, but because of the play " Come From Away ", it seems to get all the attention.
I remember you mentioning you being there on that day. Truly, I can't imagine how that must have been.
No offence to Gander, but because of the play " Come From Away ", it seems to get all the attention.
I remember you mentioning you being there on that day. Truly, I can't imagine how that must have been.
Yes, but I think it got all the attention even before that, maybe because of its location and identity. It's one thing to get stuck in Vancouver. It's another thing to get stuck in this sparsely populated outpost that nobody ever heard of in a province most Americans couldn't find on a map. Well, most Americans probably can't find most of the Canadian provinces on a map. Or even name them, so there's that.
I first heard of Gander the year after 9/11 when a local man was interviewed about it in the newspaper. He had been returning from spending two months in the UK for business. He was going back to participate in their Winterfest. Some years ago I saw a documentary about it on TV, and then the musical came along.
It seemed like a weird thing to make a musical about at first, but I saw it on Broadway, and it is very well done.
Yes, I was in the WTC on 9/11. There are a lot of us, approximately 15,000, who got out before the buildings went down.
A good friend from California was seriously looking into moving to Canada, alas he doesn't qualify.
I'm glad you are finding it fine here. What has been your biggest challenge so far, and what do you like best?
Thank you! Hmm... It’s hard to say what the biggest challenge is; I guess I would have to say healthcare. I think I’ve figured everything else out by now, but I still haven’t been to a hospital or seen a doctor yet (just because I haven’t needed to). If I ever do need to go to the hospital, I hope it goes smoothly. International students qualify for the provincial healthcare plan (which is really nice of BC!) and I also have extended health insurance (as part of my student fees), but I’m scared I’ll get a big bill for some reason anyway. I think universal healthcare is awesome, but I have to say, it’s a bit scary to think that the fate of my healthcare lies at the mercy of a foreign government...
It also felt weird to see people going about their day normally on September 11th this year. As an American, even a non-patriotic one who’s barely old enough to remember 9/11 at all, I can never get through September 11th without grieving at least a little. Thousands of innocent people died so senselessly and unexpectedly that day.
As for the best part about moving to Canada, I would also say healthcare, but I’m under 26 so I would have been covered under my parents’ insurance back home anyway. But I do like that now my tax money (not that I’ll get taxed much, being on a grad student stipend lol) is going to a country that isn’t acting completely insane... I also like how tolerant it is here, but I think that’s more of a big city vs small town thing rather than a Canada vs America thing.
Sorry if this sounds incoherent, I’m feeling pretty tired haha.
Maybe some of the Canadians moving to the States want to go somewhere less free.
Canada wants to be the United States. If they can't get it at home, they will go South. The best option is to dissolve the border and eliminate Canada from the world. This will allow the United States to become the greatest country in the world. For now, 3rd largest is not so great. Hopefully, Canada will not build The Wall to keep everyone in.
Canada wants to be the United States. If they can't get it at home, they will go South. The best option is to dissolve the border and eliminate Canada from the world. This will allow the United States to become the greatest country in the world. For now, 3rd largest is not so great. Hopefully, Canada will not build The Wall to keep everyone in.
That's some pretty tasty bait you're laying out...Let's see who bites.
Thank you! Hmm... It’s hard to say what the biggest challenge is; I guess I would have to say healthcare. I think I’ve figured everything else out by now, but I still haven’t been to a hospital or seen a doctor yet (just because I haven’t needed to). If I ever do need to go to the hospital, I hope it goes smoothly. International students qualify for the provincial healthcare plan (which is really nice of BC!) and I also have extended health insurance (as part of my student fees), but I’m scared I’ll get a big bill for some reason anyway. I think universal healthcare is awesome, but I have to say, it’s a bit scary to think that the fate of my healthcare lies at the mercy of a foreign government...
It also felt weird to see people going about their day normally on September 11th this year. As an American, even a non-patriotic one who’s barely old enough to remember 9/11 at all, I can never get through September 11th without grieving at least a little. Thousands of innocent people died so senselessly and unexpectedly that day.
As for the best part about moving to Canada, I would also say healthcare, but I’m under 26 so I would have been covered under my parents’ insurance back home anyway. But I do like that now my tax money (not that I’ll get taxed much, being on a grad student stipend lol) is going to a country that isn’t acting completely insane... I also like how tolerant it is here, but I think that’s more of a big city vs small town thing rather than a Canada vs America thing.
Sorry if this sounds incoherent, I’m feeling pretty tired haha.
Thanks for responding.
I'm assuming you have applied? You are suppose to as soon as you arrive.
I see that they are increasing the premium for foreign student in January, 2020 to $75, while eliminating it for the rest of us...sorry
Once you have your healthcare number and are eligible, you really don't have to think to much about it.
This link explains what is covered, and besides prescription ( which your extended health covers ) and optometrists, pretty much everything. Doctors, specialists, hospitals stays including emergency, clinics, lab tests etc. Just give them your card and that's it. Only forms will be medical forms, not billing.
I see that they are increasing the premium for foreign student in January, 2020 to $75, while eliminating it for the rest of us...sorry
Once you have your healthcare number and are eligible, you really don't have to think to much about it.
This link explains what is covered, and besides prescription ( which your extended health covers ) and optometrists, pretty much everything. Doctors, specialists, hospitals stays including emergency, clinics, lab tests etc. Just give them your card and that's it. Only forms will be medical forms, not billing.
Glad you are adjusting well. Ya, Vancouver is pretty laid back in many regards.
Nooo!!!
Yeah, I already got approved for the healthcare plan and got my card.
75 CDN is a lot per month, I think? Apparently though health insurance premiums in America for people my age are at least 150 USD per month, so I guess I can’t complain too much if I stay here after I turn 26 lol
Thanks for the heads up, by the way!
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