15/10/2025
The Difference Between Hustling in Canada and Living in the UK 🇨🇦🇬🇧
I saw a post today about how tough the hustle in Canada is, and honestly, it left me thinking. The person shared how people there work 18 hours a day, sometimes even 48 hours straight 😳. One of her colleagues, a Ghanaian lady, works two jobs... night shift from 11pm–7am, then straight to her second job till evening. She only sleeps in her house one night a week. Can you imagine that kind of lifestyle?
Now, don’t get me wrong; I have siblings in Canada who have been there for yearssss, and they’re doing very well. I believe Canada is great once you’ve fully settled. But getting to that point isn’t easy at all. For newcomers, the struggle is real... from finding jobs to coping with the high cost of living.
Here in the UK, it’s a completely different story. Within 6 months, most people are already settled. In fact, 95% of people here survive comfortably on just one job. Even if it’s a menial job, it’s usually enough to pay your bills and still save a little. You might not become rich overnight, but you’ll live comfortably....and that peace of mind is priceless.
Another thing people don’t talk about enough is that cost of living in the UK is cheaper compared to Canada, the US, or Australia. That’s why you’ll notice a lot of people relocating here; it just makes more sense financially and practically.
The only downside about the UK in my opinion, is how long it takes to get your Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) that’s what Canada calls “Permanent Residence.” It takes time, yes, but if you can be patient, it’s worth it.
I even have a former colleague who left the UK for Canada, hmmmm! she dey regret am o. She said life was better for her here in the UK. Yes, she has PR in Canada, but na everyday she dey look her document with her eyes without a job. It took her about 8 months before she found something doing. At least she was honest enough to say it.... she’s just like me, we don’t fake things up. Lol.
I know some students who i helped to get admission here in the UK, they just arrived the UK three weeks ago, and guess what? They're already working! That’s one thing I truly appreciate about the UK: even though it feels saturated, there are still jobs available. You just have to look...and you’ll find. If you bend down, you go see Aba!😄
So when people compare countries, I always say — know your priorities. If you want stability, balance, and a system that allows you to live, not just survive, the UK might just be your best bet. 🇬🇧✨
What do you think, Canada or UK? Let’s gist 👇
