Expector is about to study in Canada

Hi Everyone,

I'm glad to inform you that I've been offered a 6-month observership (as an academic visitor) in a teaching hospital in Quebec, Canada, and I will be going there very soon. It's really a dream come true - I eventually got the opportunity to study in an English-speaking country. I hope and am sure that I can improve both English and surgical skills there. I can't wait to hit the road. I'm so excited, but a little nervous about the upcoming trip. I decided it's time for me to share the news with you, and want to know what you think of this?

Do you think it's a valuable opportunity to study in Canada?

Canada is a beautiful English-speaking country, which I always want to visit. Once I'm there, I can immerse myself in an 100% English environment, which is certainly beneficial for improving English.

Any tips on travel?

I'm busy packing. I'm going to pack in some clothes, food, books, and, of course, passport, credit card, mobile phone and laptop. Please let'm know if I missed something important for me to travel to and live in another country far from mine. Are you nervous when you're about to travel?

Are you afraid of change?

Many people are. Change, however, doesn't necessarily mean something troublesome. With change, you can get new opportunities, new experience, and meet new friends - probably one of them will become your best friend in life. So, it's worth it, even though it's also true you may need to make an effort to adjust yourself to the new life, new job, and unfamiliar environment.

Your opinion does matter!!

James,

It's good to hear from you. Thanks for the greeting.

My family won't be going there with me. I wish they could, but it seems impossible. My son is studying at university here in China. Hopefully, he'll study abroad because he's an English major. So I'll be alone in Canada.

Yes, there's the so called 'culture shock' that many people will suffer when they're exposed to a totally different culture for the first time. But I don't think it will be a problem for me, even though we have different eating habits, world view, etiquette,etc.

Oh yeah, speaking of etiquette, I'm not familiar with 'tips' and have no idea how to tip - how much and when I should tip. People from East Asia never tip. I only know I need to tip waiters or taxi drivers.

So, you must have got the 'green card' to permanently live in the UK. Or, you've become a citizen of Britain. Congratulations! One of my friends has already emigrated to Canada. I wish I could too.

Thanks,

Expector

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Comments

Monika February 26, 2011 6:52

I can just congrarulate you,Dr.Expector!What a fabulous oportunity in point of your professional experience and English learning process....Good luck to your trip,please keep us informed how are you doing in Canada!

Thank you for sharing!

p.s.:...besides your laptop your well-charged credit card is the most crucial thing not to forget home,I think-(with money you can buy everything else there....):))
Expector Smith February 23, 2011 10:35

Hi DO,

Thanks so much for the nice comment. I'm going to Canada on February 25. I'm happy I'm ready to go eventually. I hope everything will be OK - the journey, rented accommodation, my study there, etc. Yes, I agree with you that I need some luck no matter what we do.

Thanks again!
Expector Smith February 20, 2011 16:13

Hi Mr.Bob,

Thanks so much for your nice comment. Yes, it's really a dream come true and I'll make the most of it. You bet I'll share my experiences in Canada. Speaking of 'loving to learn', I'm trying to learn some French.

By the way, maybe we should call you 'Mr.Bob' instead of 'Bob'. Thanks again!
Mr. Bob February 20, 2011 15:33

It sounds like a wonderful opportunity and a dream come true for you. I hope you get a chance to tell us about your experiences. I wish you the best of luck on your trip and I know you will be learning a lot because you are the kind of person who loves to learn.
Expector Smith February 20, 2011 14:04

Hi Robert,

Thanks for your nice comment. Yes, it's one of English learners' dreams to study in an English-speaking country. I'm about to study in Canada, so it's really a dream come true. And yes, hopefully, I'll be meeting with some EC members like Tara there.
Robbie February 20, 2011 12:51

Hi. Expector Smith. Congatulations in your chosen career. Goodluck in your studies there. I hope you'll be able to fulfill all your dreams and aspirations in Canada. I'm sure you'll going to acquire their accent too which is unique and nice to hear. I hope I can able to visit Canada or any English speaking countries like Australia, U.S. and London. Take care on your trip and I wish you'll meet interesting people too like Tara Benwell.
Expector Smith February 20, 2011 11:36

Karenina,

Thanks for your greeting! I agree with you that there's no need to fear change. Actually, change might be the most important part of life.

You bet I'll share some photos with you, and I'm thinking of changing my profile photo with a photo of me. Hopefully, I can meet with Tara, Nafis or other EC members who're living in Canada. It would be good to meet EC members there.
Expector Smith February 20, 2011 3:26

luai,

Thanks for reassuring me. Yes, I agree that everything will be OK. Have a nice weekend!
Expector Smith February 20, 2011 3:20

James,

It's good to hear from you. Thanks for the greeting.

My family won't be going there with me. I wish they could, but it seems impossible. My son is studying at university here in China. Hopefully, he'll study abroad because he's an English major. So I'll be alone in Canada.

Yes, there's the so called 'culture shock' that many people will suffer when they're exposed to a totally different culture for the first time. But I don't think it will be a problem for me, even though we have different eating habits, world view, etiquette,etc.

Oh yeah, speaking of etiquette, I'm not familiar with 'tips' and have no idea how to tip - how much and when I should tip. People from East Asia never tip. I only know I need to tip waiters or taxi drivers.

So, you must have got the 'green card' to permanently live in the UK. Or, you've become a citizen of Britain. Congratulations! One of my friends has already emigrated to Canada. I wish I could too.

Thanks,

Expector
Expector Smith February 20, 2011 0:59

Nebia,

Good French! I wish I could speak French and wish I could take you with me to Canada:)))

I'll bring a simple French-learning book there in case I need one. Maybe I can pick up some French there. I know people from your part of the world are good at French. You can teach me if you like to. You must like the food in Montreal, the second largest French-speaking city in the world.

Thanks for you nice and funny comment!

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