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Canada as a home

Canada is home to many people. Different races and cultures come together to make this an extraordinary country. In this essay, you will learn about why people love this country and also (I hope) start to love Canada as much as I and millions of other Canadians. Canada is a really big country in terms of population. Did you know that over 430,000 people immigrated to Canada in 2022? More people move here annually, and I think I know a few qualities that immigrants look for in a new home. Canada is free and has lots of loyal people. Neighbors look out for each other and give gifts on special occasions. Canada will continue to grow in population and I think this country will have the highest immigration rate in the world at some point. Not just immigrants, but many refugees also call this place home. Refugees who come here find Canada free, safe, and kind. I think this is the case because refugees are people who escaped their country because of its low quality for a safe, healthy, happy life. Finding the right country is hard, and refugees who move here think Canada has that capability. So I think it is safe to say refugees who live here also love this country. Lastly, I want to include how Canada is my home. Canada is a vast country with an equally vast amount of opportunities. Canada is a place where everyone is treated with kindness and respect. Everyone gets a say in what they want, and what they need. There are lots of safe laws. Most people stand up against racism and other stereotyping, not towards it. As an immigrant, I love Canada, and I hope many other people also find a home here to live a happy, healthy life. I hope you agree with me now. 38.6 million Canadians and other people interested in moving here love this protected, vast country. Thank you for taking the time to read my essay.

Aditi

Grade 5

Calgary, Alberta

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