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Originally Posted by Charlatan
I find that interesting that you would comment on our "individualism". If I were to say anything about the difference between Canadians and Americans it would be the Individualism of the US vs. the Collectivism of Canada. Our weather and general environment have made it group together for survival (i.e. settlers would die without pooling resources in our harsh climate) and today's poor would die (and do) without assistance (in some cases).
As for the little brother comment? Fair enough.
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The Canadians I have known personally were very much individuals. A couple of them would tell me stories (complete with pictures too) of the excellent hunting and fishing in Canada. I guess most Canadians I have known well enough to talk to more than once were sportsmen. And, most sportsmen I know...Canadian or American, are pretty private people, big time individualists and survivalists, and are not really into crowds....and lot like me.
These have been my personal experiences with Canadians, which has been pretty limited. Considering the fact that I live in SE Texas...not far from Houston, it is a rare occurance to see or speak to a Canadian.