Zelensky's Visit to Canada: What Canadians Really Think

President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Canada triggered a wave of panicked reactions among some Ukrainians on social media, who claim that after this there will be “no programs” for Ukrainians in Canada. However, according to observations by a Canadian citizen, among the Canadians themselves — farmers and entrepreneurs with whom he regularly communicates — there has been no negative feedback about Canada’s support for Ukraine or the president’s visit.

Reactions from Some Ukrainians on Social Media

After Zelensky’s flight to Canada, videos appeared on social media from some Ukrainians who are in the country as guests. In these videos, the authors express concern that after the president’s visit there will be no new programs for Ukrainians and that there’s nothing more to “promote”.

According to a Canadian citizen’s observations, such sentiments are spread primarily by those Ukrainians who are in the country as guests rather than as citizens. In his view, what matters more is the position of actual Canadian citizens — those who were born here, grew up here, and run businesses — not temporary visitors.

What Real Canadians Think

According to a Canadian citizen who communicates daily with dozens of Canadians — farmers and entrepreneurs — he has never heard a negative comment about Canada helping Ukraine or providing financial aid. Similarly, there is no negativity regarding President Zelensky’s visit to the country itself.

He notes that in Canada, as in any other country, there is a small group of people with extreme views — separatists or supporters of certain political movements. However, these people remain a minority, and it is for this reason that Canada, in his assessment, continues to be an adequate and friendly nation toward Ukraine.

Agreements Signed Between Canada and Ukraine

The article mentions that agreements were signed between Canada and Ukraine, and Canada provided financial aid to Ukraine. It is around this fact that claims have emerged suggesting Canadians oppose such support — but, based on these observations, this does not reflect the position of the majority of citizens in the country.

Advice for Those Succumbing to Panic

The Canadian citizen advises Ukrainians who spread panic-driven sentiments to change their social circle: as long as a person only listens to and watches similarly pessimistic commentators, it’s difficult to break out of that cycle. It’s also important to filter news sources and not rely on the opinions of temporary visitors to the country, but instead pay attention to what actual Canadian citizens are saying.