In a candid online testimony that resonates with many, Toronto realtor Danielle Levy, popularly known as @levy.realestategroup on TikTok, has become the voice of a nation grappling with economic challenges. In her online videos, Levy sheds light on the harsh realities faced by Canadians, revealing a growing sentiment that the country is in dire straits.
Levy acknowledges her privilege but asserts her right to speak openly about the struggles faced by ordinary Canadians. She touches on a variety of issues, echoing the concerns of a population feeling the pinch of a deteriorating quality of life.
Wow. Listen to her explain how bad things have gotten in Trudeau’s Canada. How far we’ve fallen in just eight years. pic.twitter.com/058bd61HyB
— Canada Proud (@WeAreCanProud) December 5, 2023
One significant concern is the surge in auto theft and home break-ins, leading to a drastic increase in insurance costs. Levy argues that citizens are not only contending with rising costs but are also grappling with a sense of insecurity due to a delayed police response.
Highlighting a pervasive feeling of discontent, Levy critiques the taxation system, claiming that citizens are paying taxes without reaping the benefits. She points out the frustration of a taxed populace receiving minimal assistance when needed, emphasizing the sluggish response times of emergency services.
The healthcare system also comes under Levy’s scrutiny, with complaints about long waiting times for doctor appointments. She raises a pertinent question – what if someone falls ill the day before a scheduled appointment?
The housing market is not spared from Levy’s critique, as she points out the unaffordability of homes, leading to widespread rejections of potential tenants by landlords. She suggests that the once-thriving Canadian housing market has become a luxury inaccessible to many.
Online responses from fellow Canadians mirror Levy’s concerns. One user lamented, “This country is falling apart. There’s no more freedom. Everyone is working just to survive, and everyone is miserable.” Another expressed disappointment, stating, “Every single system is flawed in Canada, and it’s so sad. This used to be the best country in the world; now everything is backward.”
Even the basic necessity of food is becoming a luxury, with Levy recounting stories of exorbitant prices, including $8 for celery and $10 for non-organic raspberries. A recent report suggests that a Canadian family of four is expected to spend nearly $16,300 on food in 2024, a significant increase from the previous year.
Levy, in an email statement to Now Toronto, expressed her concern that Canadians have been facing increasing hardships in recent years. She questions the seemingly unsustainable spending habits of some and wonders about the future, especially for her children.
The realtor’s message to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is a heartfelt plea for action, emphasizing the need to move beyond empty promises. She represents a growing chorus of Canadians who demand tangible solutions to address the myriad challenges threatening the nation’s well-being.
As the nation grapples with these issues, it remains to be seen whether the concerns voiced by Danielle Levy and echoed by many will prompt meaningful changes in Canadian policies to alleviate the struggles faced by its citizens.
