Survey Results

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 results of our survey

We asked our friends and family 18 questions.Big thank you to everyone who answered them.


1. How old are you, and where are you from?

Also, where are you living right now?


2.If you moved to a country where you didn't understand the language, what is the first thing you think you would need?


3.Have you ever thought about moving to another country? If yes, which one and why?


4. If you visited or moved to Canada, what is something you'd like to try, see, or experience there?


5. If you had $1,000 to support people who move to a new country, how would you spend it to help them?


6. How do you think someone might feel during their first week living in a new country? Have you ever had a similar experience?


7.If someone from another country became your neighbor or classmate, how would you welcome them?


8. What is one idea (like a group, event, or activity) that could help newcomers feel more comfortable in a new place?


9. Have you ever been served by a foreign employee at a store or restaurant in Japan?


10. What do you expect most from customer service provided by a foreign employee?


11. Have you ever felt troubled or uncomfortable during customer service provided by a foreign employee?


12. Are there any foreign workers (including part-time staff) at your workplace?


13. Have you ever felt a language barrier when working with foreign coworkers?


14. Have you ever felt confused or challenged due to cultural differences when working with foreign coworkers?


15. When you realize that the store staff is a foreigner, does your attitude or feeling change?


16. If you were working in a foreign country, what would be your biggest concern?


17. What is your opinion on actively hiring foreign workers in customer service jobs?


18. Do you think having a foreign store clerk affects the quality of service?






we figured out that...

  • immigrants who do not know the language would need translation app,SIM card and internet access, language support classes.
  • And, we can make Canadian communities feel more open and welcoming by greeting and smile,speaking slowly and clearly, asking their cilture and preferences.
  • immigrants can teach Canadians new values, differenr perspectives,how to be more patient and respectful.
  • many people have been served by foreign employee a stores.
  • many people do not expect foreign perfect japanese-just enough to communicate.
  • nobody have feel uncomfortable during such customer service.
  • if they work in a foreign country, they have concern such as language ploblems, being misunderstandings accidentally being rude





Most people in the survey are open and supportive for immigrants

They believe that with a little help and understanding, newcomers can feel comfortale in new environment.



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  1. women's rights and domestic violence problem2025年7月23日 22:18

    In accepting more immigrants, it is necessary to develop effective and convenient translation applications and strengthen the language support system for immigrants who do not know the language. I was surprised to read that it is possible to immigrate to a country even if you do not know the language of that country.
    Due to the development of technology,I believe that more and more convenient translation apps are being devised. Therefore, I think maybe you would not have to learn a second language.
    However, indirect conversations through translation apps cannot really convey emotion, so I think there is a need for second language education for immigrants.(Chiharu)

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  2. MY2025年7月24日 6:24

    Thank you for highlighting the practical needs of immigrants, such as translation apps, SIM cards, internet access, and language classes. These are essential tools that greatly ease the initial challenges newcomers face when settling in a new country. I think it would be interesting to explore how different levels of digital literacy affect immigrants’ ability to use these tools effectively, as not everyone may be equally comfortable with technology. Also, researching how government programs or NGOs can better provide affordable internet and tech support could add valuable depth to your discussion. Finally, considering how language support classes vary in quality and accessibility across different regions or communities might reveal important gaps that need to be addressed to improve overall integration support. This could help create more equitable resources for immigrants nationwide.

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