Shame on such International Students in Canada | Ruining all the Hardwork of Immigrants in Canada

 

1. A Canadian colleague shows a video: The speaker recounts an incident where a Canadian colleague showed him a video featuring an Indian man. This video, the content of which will be described later, prompted the colleague to ask if all Indians behave this way and whether such behavior is common in India. The speaker felt shame and anger upon seeing the video, concerned about the negative stereotypes being perpetuated and the potential impact on the Indian immigrant community in Canada.

2. The content of the video: The video depicted an international student explaining "hacks" to save money in Canada. Specifically, the student suggested switching barcodes on different priced grocery items to pay less at checkout. The speaker strongly condemns this act, labeling it not a "hack" but rather shoplifting, theft, and robbing, which negatively impacts the reputation of all Indians in Canada.

3. The impact of the video and similar content: The speaker argues that the video creator likely sought views and likes, but didn't consider the broader consequences. Social media's reach means such videos spread widely, affecting the perception of the entire Indian community. He observes a surge in hate speech and negative stereotypes against Indian immigrants in Canada across various online platforms, like Reddit and YouTube comment sections. While acknowledging that some instances of negative behavior by Indians exist, he emphasizes that this doesn't justify generalizations and collective punishment. The speaker also mentions other examples of similar videos, such as one showing how to exploit a transit system loophole and another showing the theft of food from a food bank. He uses these examples to further illustrate the harmful impact of such content.

4. The consequences of negative portrayals: The speaker details the broader consequences of these actions. The actions in the videos, he argues, reinforce negative stereotypes, leading to increased racism, hate speech, and even potential physical violence against Indian immigrants. He connects these actions to the current economic climate in Canada, characterized by high inflation, job scarcity, and housing affordability issues. This economic frustration, combined with negative portrayals of immigrants, leads to scapegoating, increasing anti-immigrant sentiment, and stricter immigration policies. This further impacts legitimate immigrants and international students seeking opportunities in Canada.

5. Cultural differences and appropriate behavior: The speaker points out the lack of awareness among some Canadians about the diversity within the Indian community. Any brown-skinned person or immigrant is often labeled simply as "Indian," leading to generalizations about their behavior. He highlights the importance of respecting Canadian culture, including queuing etiquette and maintaining personal space in public settings. The speaker argues that respecting these norms is essential for successful integration and avoiding further negative stereotypes. He calls for responsibility and ethical considerations in creating and sharing content online. He urges viewers not to share such videos and to directly confront those who create them, emphasizing the stark difference between "saving money" and "stealing."