闲谈Canada | Chitchat Canada
两个90后女生通过自己的海外经历和大家畅谈来加拿大的趣事。希望以不同的视角为大家提供在海外学习、工作、生活、以及移民的参考！欢迎加入我们一起畅聊天下事！
Episodes
Psychotherapy Isn’t Just for Problems | 心理咨询 ≠ “有病”
In this episode, we talk about a commonly misunderstood topic — therapy. We hope to break the idea that therapy is only for when something is “wrong.” Instead, it can be like having a family doctor — a support that anyone can benefit from to better understand themselves and navigate life. Hope this episode offers a more open and grounded perspective on therapy.这一期，我们聊了一个常被误解的话题——心理咨询。心理咨询并不是“有问题”才
Pregnancy and Childbirth in Canada ｜在加拿大怀孕生娃初体验
In this episode, we want to chat about pregnancy in Canada and the first month of becoming a new mom. From navigating the healthcare system to everyday experiences with a newborn, we share some honest moments and reflections while adjusting to this new role. Nothing dramatic—just real stories and small takeaways that might be helpful if you’re going through the same journey. And a gentle reminder:
Doing Pottery in Canada: When a Hobby Becomes a Side Hustle | 加拿大做陶艺：当兴趣变成了副业
Are you someone with a wide range of hobbies and talents? Have you ever considered turning one of those passions into a side hustle to earn extra income and keep up with rising expenses? In this episode, we’re joined by April, who shares how she transformed her love for pottery—from a simple pastime—into a thriving business of her own.Rednote: Snowing CeramicsWechat: snowingceramicsInstagram: snow
Toronto vs Vancouver: Which City Wins? | 多伦多 vs 温哥华：哪个城市更适合你？
In this episode, we compare Toronto and Vancouver across cost of living, housing prices, career opportunities, lifestyle, transportation, and overall quality of life. Our guest has lived in both cities and shares firsthand insights on what it’s really like to build a life in each place.Is Toronto better for career growth and ambition? Is Vancouver worth the higher housing costs for its lifestyle a
How can you tell if someone grew up overseas | 如何看出一个人在海外长大与否
Ever feel like you can sometimes tell whether someone grew up overseas just from their appearance, vibe, or the way they talk? What gives it away? In this episode, we dive into how growing up at home versus abroad can shape a person in subtle and not-so-subtle ways—from outward presence and communication style to deeper values and worldview. Join us for a thoughtful, open conversation, and share y
What Is Pregnancy Like in Canada? | 在加拿大怀孕是种什么体验？
If you listened to our last episode, you already know the news — Mengmeng is pregnant! So in this episode, we decided to follow that thread and talk about what pregnancy is actually like in Canada. From prenatal care and routine checkups, to the differences between Chinese and Western perspectives, and how pregnancy really impacts work and daily life. If you’re curious about being pregnant in Cana
2026 some good news, some new year resolutions | 2026 的好消息和新年计划
New year, new beginnings! In the first episode of 2026, we’re back with our annual New Year resolutions episode. 2025 was an especially meaningful year for both of us, and in this episode we’ll also be sharing some exciting good news. We hope to kick off the new year together with you, set fresh resolutions, and start strong. Feel free to leave us a message and share your own plans for the year ah
Almost Deported as an Undocumented Worker | 差点被当非法移民驱逐
This episode is a real nail-biter. Our guest shares her recent experience of almost being deported by ICE due to changes in U.S. immigration policy. From the sudden shock, to scrambling for a lawyer, untangling visa issues, and finally a dramatic turnaround—she managed to regain her H-1B work visa. It’s a very real, very intense story that shows how fragile immigration status can be, even for peop
Year-End Rant Session | 年终吐槽大会
As the year draws to a close, have you had your year-end review yet? Did the results meet your expectations? With the ongoing economic downturn, many of us have plenty to say about the stress and frustration we’ve faced at work. Join us—whether you’ve had a tough year yourself or enjoyed a great one and are simply curious about how others have been affected in their workplaces!随着年终将至，你的年度评估做了吗？结果是
Chitchat Career: What is like being a beauty pageant in Canada? | 闲谈职场：在加拿大当选美小姐是什么样的感觉？
Have you ever thought about joining a beauty pageant? Do you really have to be stunningly attractive to qualify? And what does it actually mean to compete in — or even win — a pageant? In this episode, Irina joins us to share her journey of applying for Miss Canada, taking part in the competition, and ultimately winning the crown! Tune in to discover all the surprising things you might not know ab
No Theme, Just Life Talks | 没有主题的一期，却聊出了人生
The perfect guest for our Chitchat Canada has finally arrived! We covered everything from immigration and career changes to nomadic living and life mindset. It’s a real mix of topics — work, growth, and personal reflections — but we promise there’s something in here for everyone to connect with.这期我们请来了一个超级符合我们闲聊Canada主题的嘉宾！从移民到转行，从游牧生活到生活态度，我们聊了关于移民、职场、人生成长的方方面面。这期内容超级大杂烩，但相信每个人都能从中找到属于自己的共鸣与收获。
Expressing gratitude during Thanksgiving | 在感恩节表达感谢
How did you celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving this year? Did you enjoy quality time with loved ones or take a moment to reflect on what you're grateful for? In this episode, we explore the unique differences between Canadian and American Thanksgiving and share some of the things we’re most thankful for in our own lives.今年加拿大感恩节你是怎么过的？有没有和家人朋友好好聚一聚，或者花点时间想想自己感激的人和事？这一集我们聊聊加拿大和美国感恩节有哪些不一样，也分享一下我们最
Chitchat Q&A: The Study Aboard Anxiety Checklist | 闲谈解惑：留学焦虑清单
Starting school in a new country can feel overwhelming.Worried your spoken English isn’t good enough?Afraid of cultural differences or not fitting in?What if you encounter racism?Living alone, feeling homesick, struggling with study pressure and time management...In this episode, we break down these common concerns one by one, sharing real experiences and practical tips to help you feel a little l
Chitchat Career: Networking | 闲谈职场：建立人脉
Networking has been a recurring theme throughout many of our Chitchat Career episodes. In this episode, we take a deeper dive into the topic—exploring when to network, how to make the most of networking opportunities, effective strategies for coffee chats, and tips on self-promotion. If you've ever wondered how to network more effectively, this episode is for you!“人脉建立”一直是我们许多职涯闲聊节目中反复提到的关键词。在
Where do I truly belong? | 哪里才是我的家？
After years of living in different cities, we often get asked: “Where do you feel you belong?”In this episode, we talk about life away from home, questions of identity, and the tug-of-war between cultures.Does belonging come from a passport, a familiar accent, or a deeper connection within?And for you—where does “home” truly live?在其它城市生活多年，我们常常被问：“你觉得自己属于哪里？” 这一期，我们聊聊我们离家的那些日子，身份认同，与文化拉扯。归属感究竟来自一张
Chitchat Career: The perfect job that suits campus life lovers | 闲话职场: 最适合热爱校园生活的工作
Did you love your college campus life so much that you wish you could stay on campus—even after graduation—but not necessarily as a professor? In today’s episode, we’re joined by Isabel Peng, who shares her journey working in Student Affairs at Caltech University in Los Angeles.Student Affairs is a lesser-known but deeply rewarding field, especially among Asian communities. If you’re curious about
Chitchat Career: How to Navigate a Career Switch | 闲话职场：如何顺利转行
Are you also thinking about changing your career direction but don't know where to start? Today, we've invited Jill to share her insights with us. With a background in quantitative studies, Jill has made three major career transitions over her seven-year professional journey — moving from risk modeling/strategy to data, and then to product. What’s her secret? Tune in to hear her story in t
Chitchat Career: Do lawyers make big bucks in Canada? | 闲谈职场： 在加拿大当律师赚钱多吗？
Lawyers are often perceived as having a prestigious, stable, and potentially lucrative career, especially by Asian parents. One may wonder whether being a lawyer in Canada is exactly like what is portrayed in Suits. In this episode, we will unveil some of that mystery by having Fiona, a guest who worked as an employment lawyer in both BC and Ontario, to chat about what it is like to be a lawyer in
Chitchat Career: From Financial Advisor to College Prof to ?? (For those feeling lost) | 闲话职场：From 理财规划师 to 大学讲师 to ?? (献给迷茫的你）
What are the prospects of switching from an industry role to teaching? What should you do when reality doesn’t match your career plans? In this episode, we invite Qiao to share her personal story. As a seasoned financial advisor, she not only offers practical tips and valuable insights, but also provides plenty of financial planning knowledge. More than that, we deeply admire her attitude on life,
Teaching Chinese in Canada? | 在加拿大教中文？
Has anyone who wish to move to Canada thought about teaching Chinese here? There is a lot more demand for Chinese schools than we expected. In this episode we have one of the founders of Toronto Chinese Academy- Mr. Huang as our guest! Mr. Huang will be chatting about why they started the Chinese school and sharing all the fun stories & some suggestions teaching Chinese here.Contact info: info
Chitchat Career: Do you want to be a university professor? | 闲话职场：你想当大学老师么？
Being a teacher has always been a respected profession. But what is life really like for someone who becomes a teacher? In this episode, we’ve invited a friend who teaches at a university in Hong Kong to join us and share what inspired her to pursue a career in teaching, as well as what her life is like as a university professor.老师一直都是一个令人尊敬的职业。那真正当老师的生活又是怎样的呢？我们这期邀请了一位在香港的一所大学当老师的朋友，来跟我们一起聊聊她选择当老
Why do people like to switch between languages when they talk? | 为什么有人喜欢中英夹杂地说话？
Why do people switch between two or multiple languages in a single conversation? In this episode we dive deep into the phenomenon of code-switching. 为什么有人会在一段对话中在不同语言中转换（我们常见的是中英夹杂）在这一期中我们就深入聊聊语码转换这个现象。
Ten years in Toronto - both the city and I are changed | 十年多伦多，一起变的，不止是城市
Almost ten years ago, we arrived in Toronto as a newcomer — everything felt unfamiliar. Now, the city has changed, and so have we. In this episode, we are sharing the visible and invisible changes we’ve witnessed, and how, without realizing it, this city has become a part of us.大概十年前，我们初来乍到来到多伦多，一切都还很陌生。如今，这座城市变了，我们也变了。这一期，我们想聊聊那些看得见和看不见的变化，以及在不知不觉中，这座城市是如何慢慢成为我生命一部分的。
Chitchat Q&A: Workplace Gaslighting | 闲谈解惑：职场PUA
Welcome to Chitchat Q&A episode 2! In this episode we chat about all these times when we were gaslighted unknowingly at work either by our boss or our coworkers. We will be discussing how we can identify these situations and ways to counter them. 欢迎大家来到闲谈解惑第二期！这一期我们聊聊那些我们被老板或同事职场PUA 而不自知的情景。我们会讨论一些辨别职场PUA的方法以及应对策略。
Nomad Life: From Toronto to Hong Kong | 游牧生活：From 多伦多 to 香港
In this episode, we invited Claire, who has lived and worked in both Toronto and Hong Kong, to share her feelings about the two cities. If you're considering working in a new city but don't want to stay in North America, perhaps Hong Kong is also a good option. We hope this episode helps you better understand Toronto and Hong Kong.这期我们邀请了一位在多伦多和香港都工作生活过的朋友Claire来跟我们分享一下她对这两个城市的感受。如果你想换个城市工作又不想继续留在
Chitchat Q&A: Find the perfect job or Find A job first? | 闲谈解惑：寻找那个完美的工作还是先找到一个工作？
Due to the current challenging economic environment, it is getting increasingly difficult for people, especially new graduates, to find a job. Recently we got asked very often whether to wait and find that perfect job or to compromise and just find A job first. In this episode, we discuss about our opinions on this topic.在经济大环境不景气的情况下，找工作，尤其是对于刚毕业的毕业生，变得越发困难。最近我们经常被问到应该慢慢找找到那个理想的工作还是先找个工作再说。这一期我们就
Chitchat Career: Real Estate Finance | 闲话职场：小众的地产金融专业
In this episode, we have invited Alice, the host of 地产干货铺, to chat with us about the real estate finance field. If you're thinking about switching careers or are unsure about which major to choose, maybe you can consider the real estate industry as well. Hope you'll gain some new insights after listening to this episode!这期我们请来地产干货铺的主播Alice来跟我们聊聊地产金融这个领域。如果有想转行或者在纠结学什么专业的小伙伴，不妨考虑一下地产这个领域。希望
Is there office politics in Canada? | 加拿大也有职场政治么?
In our podcast, often times, we chat about how we communicate and negotiate with people we work with and our bosses to achieve what we want in our career in a very positive manner. However, recently with the economic downturn, poor performance of businesses overall, a lot of people may have also felt a bigger impact of office politics during those difficult times. In this episode, we chat about of
Working Back in China | 回国工作科普篇
Have you ever thought about returning to work in China after studying or working abroad? In this episode, we’ve invited an HR professional Jiejie with years of experience working in China to share important tips for job hunting, as well as the various benefits of working in China!在海外留学或工作后，你是否也想过回国工作呢？这期我们请来在国内经验丰富的HR洁洁给大家科普一下回国找工作的注意事项还有国内工作的各项福利！
Maternity leave in Canada | 在加拿大休产假
Have you ever wondered what it is like to go on maternity leave in Canada? In this episode we have our friend Angela sharing her experience having her first baby as a working professional. Please join us and learn about all the highs and the lows, the fun and the stress that she experienced, as well as the good and the no so good benefits that she got during the entire process!
你有没有好奇过在加拿大休产假是什么
New Year Resolution | 新年计划
Two weeks have already passed in 2025. How is everyone’s New Year plan coming along? This year, we’ve used a narrative approach to write a story for our 2025. What is the theme of your story this year? Let’s work together to set our New Year goals!
2025年已经过去了两周，大家的新年计划都写的怎么样了？今年我们借用了一个叙事法的方式来为我们的2025年撰写了一个故事。今年你的故事主题是什么呢？让我们来一起制定新年目标吧！
Looking back on 2024| 2024 回顾
As we are approaching the end of 2024, we looked back on the year and chatted about our own personal growth and the growth of Chitchat Canada. Thank you all for sticking with us in the past year and we hope to chat about more interesting topics with you in the new year!
2024 年就要结束了，我们在今年的最后一期中一起回顾了过去的一年当中我们自己以及闲谈Canada的成长。感谢大家在过去一年中和我们相伴，也希望在新的一年中能和大家聊更多有趣的话题！
Chitchat Career: Negotiate with your manager at Year-end Review | 闲谈职场：在年终总结和老板谈判
Can't believe it's December already! Have you had your year-end review with your manager yet? In this episode, we chat about what our year-end reviews look like, and how we negotiate on raises, promotions and job switches during those precious conversations.
12月就这样悄悄来了，各位职场中的朋友们和老板谈话了么？这一期我们就和大家聊聊我们各自职场中年终总结是什么样的，我们如何在这宝贵的年终总结中有效地和老板谈判升职加薪换工作。
Nomad life: From China to South America to Canada | 游牧生活：From 中国 to 南美 to 加拿大
Were you ever curious about what it would be like to go to high school in South America? Have you ever thought of growing up living in various cities in the works and experiencing a real Nomad life with your family? In this episode, we have Betty sharing her nomad experience growing up in China, Venezuela and Canada.
你有没有好奇过在南美上学是什么样子的？你有没有想过与自己的家人一起真正的游牧生活，在世界各地居住成长是什么样的体验？这一期我们邀请了Betty来跟我们分享从小
Year-End Burnout | 年终焦虑&倦怠
接近年末随着所有的deadline都越来越近，大量的工作也随之而来，压力盖顶。很多人在无比强压之下都出现了或多或少的burnout （工作倦怠），所以这一期我们就聊一聊我们自身burnout的经历以及化解的方式。
As we are approaching year-end, a lot of us are faced with multiple deadlines coming up, along with that, immense amount of work stress. Burnout becomes a lot more common given the pressure we all faced with. In this episode, we talk about our own experience of burnouts and how we dealt wit
Better to come to Canada during High school ? | 高中来加拿大是更好的选择么?
Students or parents who wish to send their kids abroad are believed to often struggle with the decision on whether to study abroad from high school or university. In this episode, we have invited our friends who are also cohosts of the podcast 加拿大观察局 to chat about their high school experience as international students in Canada.
相信很多想要把孩子送出国的家长们或想出国的学生们会纠结是应该高中出国早点适应还是等大学成熟一点再出来。这一期我们邀请了我们的博客小伙
Is Toronto Still Safe? | 多伦多还安全么？
Yueyue lost her phone for the first time ever right in Toronto! While she was shocked, she was even more concerned about the safety in the city. In this episode, she shares her experience with everyone, hoping it serves as a cautionary tale to protect your personal belongings. She also threw in a bit of complaint about how ineffective the Toronto police could be...
悦悦人生中第一次手机被偷竟然是在多伦多家门口。震惊之余更多的是
9-5ers that are also podcasters in Canada | 在加拿大搞博客的打工人
How do we juggle our full time jobs and a side hustle at the same time living in Canada? In this episode, we have our fellow podcasters Calvin and Flora from Work without Borders joining us to chat about all the fun and struggles we had creating our podcasts.
"Work without Borders" is a thought-provoking podcast that focuses on comparing the job markets in North America and China through in-depth
Which part of Canada is more suitable for living: East or West? | 东西海岸哪里更适合生活？
In this episode, we’ll be exploring our perspectives on the East and West Coast, particularly after our experience living in Toronto and Vancouver. Do you feel the same way? We’d love to hear your thoughts—leave a comment and join the discussion with us!
这期我们来聊聊我们眼中的东西海岸，尤其是在多伦多和温哥华这两个城市生活过后的感受。你是否也有同感呢？欢迎留言来和我们一起讨论！
Chitchat Career: Talking to May about life as a social service worker for homeless people | 闲话职场：和May聊聊做社工与流浪汉打交道的那些事
May became a social service worker after graduating with a psychology major. In this episode, she shares her journey of how she became a social service worker, her experience with homeless people, and the impact this job has on her values and future aspirations.
May在大学心理学专业毕业后选择了社工这个职业。在这期节目中，她将会和我们分享她如何成为社工，和流浪汉打交道的有趣经历，以及这份工作对于她价值观和未来发展的影响。
Chitchat Immigration: Immigration policy changes lately | 闲话移民：听移民律师谈谈移民政策的变化
There has been some recent changes in immigration policy in Canada that made immigration increasingly difficult, many international students who are recent college graduates have decided to go back to their home countries. In this episode, we invited the immigration lawyer Brian to chat about the recent policy changes and shared some tips about some dos and don'ts when applying for an immigrat
What's happening with the Toronto housing market lately? (Part 2) | 近期多伦多房市将何去何从? (下）
In the past few years, interest rates and the housing market have both been very volatile largely due to COVID. In the current environment of continued declining interest rates, many of us are uncertain about what to do regarding buying a house. In this episode, we invited Sherri to chat more about real estate investment and the rental market.
在过去的几年里，随着新冠的出现和淡去，利率和房市也随之跌宕起伏。在最近正在逐渐降息的环境下，很多人也心中充
What's happening with the Toronto housing market lately? (Part 1) | 近期多伦多房市将何去何从? (上）
In the past few years, interest rates and the housing market have both been very volatile largely due to COVID. In the current environment of continued declining interest rates, many of us are uncertain about what to do regarding buying a house. In this episode, we invited our real estate agent Sherri to share her thoughts about the current Toronto housing market.
在过去的几年里，随着新冠的出现和淡去，利率和房市也随之跌宕起
Is it really that chill in Canada? | 在加拿大真的可以躺平么？
Living in Canada is often considered chill and relaxing and that there is generally not a lot of stress in life. You can live a great life without trying too hard in Canada. Is this really true? In this episode, we chat about the different stressors we experience living in Canada and share some tips about how to alleviate stress in life.
很多人觉得加拿大的生活轻松惬意，没有压力，平时躺平也能生活的很好。事实真的是这样么？这一期我们就来聊聊在加拿大生活的压
Happy Canada Day!
Happy Canada Day! In this episode, we'll chat about the origins of this national holiday and the various celebration activities. Wishing everyone a wonderful long weekend! Summer is officially here, so enjoy it to the fullest!
Happy Canada Day！这期我们聊聊这个国庆节的由来和各种庆祝活动。祝大家长周末快乐！夏日正式开启，尽情享受吧！
游牧生活：From 硅谷 to 多伦多｜Nomad Life: From the Silicon Valley to Toronto
在美国的你是否为身份发愁呢？在加拿大的你是否为赚的少而苦恼呢？如何权衡取舍… 这期我们请来了一个刚从硅谷搬来多伦多的朋友。听听他眼中的硅谷vs多伦多。希望给正在纠结去美国还是留在加拿大的你一些启发！
Are you currently living in the US and worried about your status all the time? Are you currently living in Canada and frustrated with the lower earnings compared to your US counterparts? How do you weigh the pros and cons of living in the south vs north of the border? In this episode, we have invi
欧洲更适合旅居？| Is Europe more suitable for working nomads?
萌萌刚刚结束了长达3周的欧洲假期，感悟颇多。这一期萌萌便和大家分享一下她这次欧洲行的行程安排，申根签证的注意事项，她对欧洲各个国家的感受和趣闻以及她对于搬到欧洲生活的看法。
Meng just came back from her 3-week long Europe trip! In this episode she will be sharing her experience in Europe including her itinerary, visa application process, her versions of expectation vs reality and what she feels about moving there potentially.
闲话职场： 考CPA到底有没有用？| Chitchat Career: Is Getting a CPA Worth It?
这期节目我们请来了一个嘉宾Kevin来为我们分享他考CPA的经历。其中Kevin介绍了一个特殊的CPA Pre-Approved Program，以及他如何利用这个program做职业规划。此外，他还为准备考CPA的毕业生提供了宝贵的建议。无论你是会计专业的学生、新毕业生，还是仅仅是对CPA过程感到好奇，这一集都将让你收获满满！
In this episode, Kevin joined us as a guest speaker to shares his journey to achieving the CPA designation. Discover the CPA Pre-Approved Program's benefits and how it boosted Kevin's career. He also offers invaluable advice f
后疫情时代还要移民多伦多吗？| Do you still want to immigrate to Toronto post pandemic?
疫情后，世界都在为疫情期间实行的量化宽松买单。高通胀，大裁员，经济衰退影响了我们每个普通人的生活。那后疫情时代多伦多有发生了哪些变化？移民多伦多还是一个正确的选择么？今天我们就以自己的亲身体会来跟大家分享一下我们住在多伦多疫情前后的感受变化。
After the epidemic, the world is paying the bill for the quantitative easing implemented during the epidemic. High inflation, layoffs, and economic recession have impacted everyone's life. So, what changes have occurred in Toronto in the post-epidemic era? Is immigrating to
两个相反MBTI也能做好朋友？| How did we become close when our MBTI are polar opposite?
In this episode, we‘ll explore the MBTI personality test! As two individuals with very different MBTI types, we dissected the unique personality traits of each letter by comparing our own MBTI types with real life examples. If you're unfamiliar with MBTI and curious about its origin and accuracy, tune in to this episode!
这期我们跟大家一起聊一聊MBTI 人格测试！作为MBTI很不相同的两个人，我们通过比较我们自己的 MBTI 类型为大家解析了每个字母不同的性格特
闲话职场：工作中遇到的各类同事 | Chitchat Career: Different type of coworkers at work
In your workplace, have you also encountered many different types of coworkers with vastly different personalities and work styles? How do you usually get along/work with these coworkers? In this episode, we will be sharing the types of coworkers that we met at work and how we usually collaborate with them.
职场中你是不是也接触了很多各种各样不同性格，不同做事方式的同事？你和他们在工作中都是如何相处的？今天我们就来聊一聊在职场中遇到的各类同事以及我们都是如何跟不同类典型的同事相处以及合
石头姐为奥斯卡牺牲太大了 | Raw reactions to Oscar winner Poor Things
There has been heated discussions lately on the internet about the latest Best Actress Oscar Winner Emma Stone & the movie she was in - Poor Things. Out of curiosity, we watched the movie together and recorded our most immediate and raw reactions after watching the movie. Please join us in the discussion and let us know your thoughts about this movie!
最近的奥斯卡颁奖典礼掀起了网上一波热烈的讨论，我们决定一起看看奥斯卡女主角获奖电
原来女生可以这样爱自己 | How to love yourself
Hope everyone had a great time celebrating International Women's Day. We hope everyone truly learns to love themselves, whether it's March 8th or every day after. Feel free to chat with us about how you understand the significance of International Women's Day.
在刚刚过去的女神节，相信大家都有各种各样的庆祝活动。活动本身只是一种形式，希望大家都能真正学会爱自己，不论是三月八号还是往后的每一天。欢迎跟我们一起聊聊你是如何理解女神节的意义。
悦悦回国过年啦！| Celebrating CNY in Beijing
Happy Chinese New Year! After 5 long years, Yueyue was finally able to go back to Beijing and celebrate Chinese New Year with her family. In this episode, Yueyue shares her thoughts and feelings about being in Beijing after a long absence away, and the differences she felt between celebrating Chinese New Year with family at home and celebrating in Canada.
新年快乐！悦悦今年在长达5年之后终于又踏上了回国的旅程在国内和家人一起庆祝了春节
游牧生活： From 北京 to 纽约 | Nomad Life: From Beijing to New York
Welcome to another episode of Nomad Life! In this episode, we are very happy to have Suya here with us to chat about her journey moving from Beijing to New York, starting as a student to now finally a soon-to-be green card holder. Please join us in this episode to learn some tips on immigrating to the US and to share some laughs and tears with us as we hear about Suya's life story as a Chinese
2024 新年目标 | 2024 New Year Resolutions
2024新年快乐！在新年第一期我们决定分享一下我们个人和对播客的新年目标，和大家一起聊聊我们对新的一年的畅想。也希望大家能在留言区跟我们分享你们的目标我们互相监督！
Happy 2024! In the first episode of the year, we will be sharing some of our personal new year resolutions as well as our plans for the podcast in the new year. We are excited to see your goals and resolutions as well in the comments! Let's keep each other accountable!
再见2023, 期待2024！| Bye 2023, Here's to 2024!
2024 is right around the corner! Have you had a chance to look back at 2023 and give yourself a pat on the shoulder to celebrate all the growth and learnings? Did you start thinking about new year's resolutions for 2024? At the tail end of 2023, we are having a fun Q&A session in this episode to chat about our 2023 and share some goals for 2024.
Questions:
1. What is something you did in
游牧生活：From 加拿大 to 日本 (下）| Nomad Life: From Canada to Japan Pt. 2
In our previous episodes, we've focused on life in North America. Apart from North America, have you ever considered moving to another country and experiencing a different culture? In this episode, we have invited two friends who moved from Canada to live in Japan. From work to daily life, join us as we listen to the intriguing stories of life in Japan from those who made the move.
之前的节目我们都是聊
游牧生活：From 加拿大 to 日本 (上）| Nomad Life: From Canada to Japan Pt. 1
In our previous episodes, we've focused on life in North America. Apart from North America, have you ever considered moving to another country and experiencing a different culture? In this episode, we have invited two friends who moved from Canada to live in Japan. From work to daily life, join us as we listen to the intriguing stories of life in Japan from those who made the move.
之前的节目我们都是聊
裁员| Layoff
Join us on the latest episode as we navigate the complex world of workforce management with Olivia, an experienced HR professional. We delve into the nuances between layoffs and terminations, explore the reasons behind terminations, and share invaluable insights on how to steer clear of these situations. From practical tips on safeguarding your position to understanding termination packages, this
闲话职场：和Olivia聊聊HR行业 | Chitchat Career: Chat with Olivia about the HR industry
这期节目我们请来了Olivia来和大家聊聊HR这个行业。Olivia毕业于UBC心理学专业，现在在人力资源相关的咨询公司工作。希望这期节目会让大家对企业内部HR以及HR咨询都有更深的了解，并且帮助想要在加拿大进入人力资源的朋友们回答一些你所好奇的问题。
In this episode, we invited Olivia to chat about human resource industry. Olivia graduated with a major in Psychology from UBC and is currently working at an HR consulting company. We hope that this episode will provide our listeners with a deeper understanding of interna
疫情后第一次回国 | Back home after COVID
新冠疫情让我们多年无法回国。经过四年漫长的等待，萌萌终于最近得以回国和家人团聚。这一期我们就一起聊聊萌萌间隔四年后回国的感受。
We haven't been able to go back to China for years due to COVID. Recently Meng finally got to go back and reunited with her family after 4 years of being away from home. In this episode, we will be chatting about Meng's trip back to China this time.
出国留学移民，我后悔么？| Do I regret studying abroad and immigrating?
这期节目我们很开心邀请来了留学爱心联盟的创办人Helen来为我们介绍她的移民经历。同时作为一名留学生陪读妈妈，她也通过不同视角为我们展现了妈妈眼中的留学申请。希望通过和Helen的深度对话，对想要出国留学移民的你有所启发。
xhs/微信视频号：Helen的视界
公众号：如是成长规划
In this episode, we're thrilled to have Helen, the founder of “留学爱心联盟”, as our guest. She'll be sharing her personal immigration journey with us. As a mom who accompanied her child while they studied abroad, Helen will also provide a unique perspecti
来加拿大之后才知道的那些事儿 | Things you learned after coming to Canada
作为来加拿大小10年的移民，回想当年刚来的时候需要慢慢适应的种种，便想要和大家分享一下。也想和跟我们一样的移民们一起回忆当年，也给也许正在考虑出国的你分享一些信息。
As immigrants who have been in Canada for around 10 years or so, we’d like to share our experience on all sorts of things we needed to get used to when we first came. Hopefully this will bring back some memories when you first came here if you are immigrants like us, or provide you with some new information if you a
多伦多工作之外的乐趣 | What to do for fun after work in Toronto
In this episode, we'll dive into the vibrant life that awaits you in Toronto after work. As a new immigrant, work is important, but equally significant is embracing the diverse array of pleasures and opportunities this dynamic city offers during your leisure time. Whether you're passionate about culinary experiences, culture, outdoor adventures, or seeking social circles and leisure activi
闲话移民：和Jett Guo一起聊移民 | Chitchat Immigration: Chat with Jett Guo about his immigration experience
In this episode, we invited Jett Guo joining us. Jett is a very talented photographer who has won multiple international awards. He recently immigrated to Canada, and he is here to share his immigration experience with us. It might even inspire those of you who are listening and thinking about immigrating overseas as well.
这期我们请来了Jett Guo来做客闲谈Canada。Jett是一位曾多次获得国际大奖的宝藏摄影师，并以自己摄影师的身份移民加拿大。作为今年刚刚
Chitchat Relationships: Lost In The Stars - Dating in China vs in Canada | 闲话情感：消失的她-国内外恋爱
Lost In The Stars has been one of the most popular movies in China recently. Given the massive popularity, we decided to hit Cineplex and give it a try as well. Both of us loved the movie and we want to share our thoughts about it as well as discuss about some differences between dating in China vs in Canada.
Spoiler Alert!
《消失的她》最近在国内社交媒体上热度超高，几乎所有中国朋友最近都在讨论这部电影。身在国外的我们也凑个热闹去Cineplex看了《消失的她》，
闲话职场：和Calvin Ma一起职场规划 | Chitchat Career: Career Planning with Calvin Ma
无论你是刚从学校毕业踏入职场的新毕业生，还是已经在职场中摸爬滚打了一段时间的职场老手，你是否经历过那些对自己职业规划迷茫的瞬间？什么样的工作最适合我？如何找到适合自己的工作？应该转行还是再坚持一下？今天我们就和我们的好朋友Calvin一起聊聊职场规划！#求职 #科技公司 #数据分析
Whether you are a new grad entering workforce for the first time, or you have been working in your current role for quite some time, have you ever had those moments where you were unsure about your career projections/choice? Have you ever asked yourself qu
婚礼 | Weddings
这一期我们将探讨心目中理想的婚礼是怎样的。我们将比较国内外筹备婚礼的不同之处，同时我们还将分享最近参加婚礼的亲身体验和感受，探讨婚礼中的细节和感动瞬间。无论你是即将步入婚姻殿堂的新人，还是对婚礼充满好奇的朋友，本期节目将带您一同探索婚礼的奇妙世界。欢迎在留言区与我们分享你的经历感受！
In this episode, we'll be chatting about our dream weddings and what they look like to us. We'll also discuss the differences between planning weddings in China and abroad. Plus, we'll share some personal experience and heartfelt moments from
你想回国么? | Do you miss home?
海外的朋友，你有多久没有回国了？你是不是也在牵挂国内的亲人朋友还有无比怀念国内的美食呢？也许此时此刻收听的你也在考虑是想回国工作还是在海外定居。这一集我们一起聊聊回国那些事儿。
Hey overseas friends, how long has it been since you last returned to China? Do you also miss your family and friends as well all the delicacies back at home? Perhaps, at this moment, you are considering whether to return to China to work or settle abroad. In this episode, let's talk about the bittersweet
闲话职场： 我是女生 | Chitchat Career: Being a woman at work
杨紫琼的奥斯卡女主角获奖感言引发了许多关于女性的话题。我们在这一集和大家分享一下我们对女性在职场的一些思考和看法，也许手机/电脑前收听这一集的你也会产生一些共鸣，也欢迎给我们留言分享你的观点和故事。
Michelle Yeoh's Oscar Award acceptance speech inspired lots of conversations on women related topics. In this episode, we are sharing some of our thoughts and opinions on being a woman at work, whether we experienced any inequality at work because of our gender. We would also love to hear about
闲话职场：换工作那些事儿 | Chitchat Career: All About Job Switching
随着2，3 月份的年终总结和工作评价的到来，你是不是也蠢蠢欲动开始考虑规划自己的职业前景，思考自己现在的工作有没有满足自己的需求，是不是是时候该换个工作了？这一期我们就一起来讨论一下换工作那些事儿！
With annual reviews going on in Feb. and Mar. for a lot of the companies, are you also starting to ponder about your career projections and wonder whether it's a good time for you to switch to something different? In this episode, we are going to talk about all things related to job switching.
大学校园生活 | College Life Comparisons
还记得你大学的生活是什么样子的么？或者你憧憬的大学是什么样子的？这一期我们就聊聊中西方大学校园的区别和共同点。
Do you still remember how your life was in university/college? Or if you are still in high school, what are your expectations for the upcoming college life? In this episode, we talk about the commonalities and differences between Chinese and Canadian universities/colleges.
在家工作 vs 办公室工作 | Working from Home vs Working in the Office
你喜欢回办公室上班么？我们希望通过这一集和大家讨论远程办公和办公室办公的优缺点以及我们对各种工作模式的感受。
What's your favorite work style? Do you prefer working from home with flexible work locations or do you prefer working in the office with your friends and coworkers? We are going to discuss about the pros and cons of working from home vs working in the office as well as how we feel about the transition in work style pre and post COVID.
加拿大的“年味儿” Holiday Celebrations
祝大家元宵节快乐！趁着元宵佳节之际，我们这一集跟大家聊聊在加拿大的“年味儿”！希望能跟大家一起分享我们庆祝春节/圣诞的各种趣事以及心得。
Happy Lantern Festival! In this episode, we will be sharing how we celebrate Chinese New Year and Christmas in Canada! Tune in and join us in this discussion!
初次见面，请多关照！Nice to meet you!
作为闲谈Canada的第一集，我们想跟大家聊聊什么是闲谈Canada，我们是谁，以及我们刚来加拿大时经历的文化冲击。希望能通过这一集内容让大家认识我们了解我们，和大家成为朋友！
In the first episode of 闲谈Canada，we want to chat about what this podcast is about, who we are, as well as the culture shock we experienced when we first came to Canada. We hope to let our listeners get to know us through this episode and we'd like to become friends with everyone!
