AI Generated Summary
- A few drew attention to salary differences, noting that average earnings in Canada can be nearly 15 times higher than in India — a factor many believe offsets the higher living costs and continues to attract migrants.
- A social media post by an Indian woman living in Canada has struck a chord with viewers around the world, after she showcased the dramatic price difference in everyday groceries between the two countries.
- The conversation sparked by the video highlights an ongoing reality for members of the Indian diaspora — the trade-off between higher expenses and higher wages, as well as the cultural shock of translating prices back to rupees.
A social media post by an Indian woman living in Canada has struck a chord with viewers around the world, after she showcased the dramatic price difference in everyday groceries between the two countries.
In the now-viral Instagram reel, the woman walks through a Canadian supermarket, pointing to price tags that, when converted to Indian rupees, reveal staggering figures for basic kitchen staples.
“Ever felt broke after buying just bread and milk? Welcome to Canada,” her caption reads. “Comparing grocery prices in India vs Canada — prepare to be shocked!”
She lists coriander (dhaniya) at ₹90, cauliflower at ₹237, ginger at ₹177 for a single piece, and a carrot priced at ₹66. Fruits and vegetables tell a similar story: a mango costs ₹106, an apple ₹78, and even a potato matches that price. Other staples include garlic at ₹395 per pound, 4 litres of milk at ₹396, a small cup of curd at ₹200, and bread at ₹230.
“It’s so expensive, you can’t afford to eat anything!” she exclaims in the video, which has now been shared across multiple platforms.
The post sparked a flood of reactions. Some viewers took a lighthearted approach, with one remarking, “In India, dhaniya is often the free bonus you get with your vegetables — sometimes vendors insist on giving it even if you say no!”
Others were quick to point out the economic context. “You earn in dollars. One Canadian dollar is ₹60, so it balances out,” one commenter wrote, while another added, “Yes, prices are higher, but the quality of food is much better here than in India.”
A few drew attention to salary differences, noting that average earnings in Canada can be nearly 15 times higher than in India — a factor many believe offsets the higher living costs and continues to attract migrants.
The conversation sparked by the video highlights an ongoing reality for members of the Indian diaspora — the trade-off between higher expenses and higher wages, as well as the cultural shock of translating prices back to rupees.
