Canadian Quotes
Reflections on growing up and working in Canada
These quotes range from a Mennonite childhood on the prairies to the excitement of skating before a Canadian crowd, each carrying a distinct sense of place. For a related sense of belonging, see our Always collection.
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Ah, the intractable Canadian problem: Winter and finery are basically incompatible.
Accent Quotes
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police and CSIS have provided extraordinary co-operation, as I mentioned earlier.
I spent 18 years in a small Mennonite town in the middle of the Canadian prairies.
It's tough to be a designer. It is really tough to be a Canadian designer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the focus of the quotes on this Canadian page?
These quotes reflect on Canadian life and identity from a few different angles, including small-town prairie upbringing, performing for Canadian audiences, and building a career as a Canadian designer.
Why would someone look up quotes tagged Canadian?
People searching this topic are often curious about how others describe Canadian culture, places, or the experience of representing Canada professionally or personally.
Is there a quote here about growing up in Canada?
Yes, one quote describes growing up across eighteen formative years in a modest Mennonite farming community out on the Canadian prairies, giving a specific sense of place.
Does any quote mention the challenges of a Canadian career?
One quote notes it's already tough to be a designer, and specifically tougher still to be a Canadian one, hinting at extra hurdles tied to nationality in that field.
Where can I find more quotes about accents and speech?
Our Accent collection is a natural next stop for related material.
One line notes how much harder a design career becomes once nationality enters the conversation. If accents and speech interest you too, visit our Accent page.
