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So you are Canadian, eh?

So you are Canadian Eh?

As I strive to make gratitude a way of life, one of the permanent features on my list is the beautiful synchronicities that came together to transport an 10 year old me across the oceans to this glorious country. Every day I am in awe of the place I get to call home.

New immigrant
With my parents at Duke Point, Nanaimo, B.C.

Is it the vastness, abundance, and natural beauty bestowed upon this land or the mosaic of cultures, kindness of the people, and its acceptance of all that fills my heart with gratitude?

Actually, it’s all that and more. It’s the integrity, honesty, responsibility, respect, compassion, understanding, hard work, and love that seems to permeate the air and run through our veins. It’s in the embodiment of all of the above that enables us to proudly call ourselves Canadian.

But with such privilege certainly comes responsibility. Whether you were born here or immigrated, let’s not forget this responsibility to personify and live these values in such a way that wherever we go people ask, “So you are Canadian, eh?”

Canadian flag for Canada Day
Canada Place, Vancouver

Happy Canada Day Friends!!

Devinder 💖

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  • Maninder Grewal

    You have penned it down beautifully and said it all!
    Happy Canada day eh!

  • Bushra

    As always you nailed it, I am in awe of how beautifully you describe things. Indeed your country is beautiful. I love your picture as well.

    • Devinder Maan

      Thank you so much Bushra. Your feed back is always so uplifting and motivating! I truly appreciate you my friend.
      Lots of love 💖.

  • Rami

    You have truly expressed how we all are proud to be Canadians with lots of opportunities and acceptance of multi cultures

  • Erica

    Happy belated Canada Day to you and your family Devinder!

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