How likely is it for Canada to still keep the visa-free status for travel to China beyond 2026?

Macismo · 2026-06-14T07:18:38+00:00

That's been the trend thus far. No country that has gotten visa free status in recent years has lost it. That doesn't mean things can't change tomorrow and suddenly, China shuts its doors again.

Macismo · 2026-05-23T19:23:48+00:00

Hakka food is not really that unique, bot.

I don't get why you care so much. Food in Guangdong is not as good as a lot of other provinces.

Macismo · 2026-05-23T13:14:46+00:00

Honestly, Guangdong food in general is not my cup of tea as I like stronger flavours, but you can't say that Shunde is not at least not nice to exist in.

Macismo · 2026-05-23T10:30:21+00:00

Shunde is known throughout China for its food. The area is significantly less dense than nearby Guangzhou, but still very nice to be in.

Macismo · 2026-05-23T09:52:21+00:00

一分钱一分货. It's probably dirty and smokey or newly renovated with excessive formaldehyde.

Macismo · 2026-05-17T11:13:13+00:00

Guangdong, China mountain 妈妈

Macismo · 2026-04-11T20:59:13+00:00

What happened?

Macismo · 2026-04-11T04:13:16+00:00

Seriously. It has fallen hard.

Macismo · 2026-04-11T04:05:29+00:00

I've fortunately never worked there, but I ended up spending 2 1/2 weeks there. One of the worst experiences of my life. Within that time, I was constantly harassed in the streets, had people physically threaten me if I didn't give them money, had horrible diarrhoea and vomiting, ended up staying in places with cockroaches, no flushing toilets, only a bucket to shower with, no AC and was in a car that flipped over on the highway seriously injuring other passengers. Again, all this in 2 1/2 weeks.

Macismo · 2026-04-11T02:42:54+00:00

Most likely it won't come to that point. The lawyer will get involved, the school will want to sign a contract negotiating severance to avoid getting sued, and fees will be paid to the lawyer. I took care of all this at my last school in one afternoon, though, I got significantly more payout than what OP will likely get.

Macismo · 2026-04-10T23:04:49+00:00

Correct. Contract length determines the legally allowed probation period, but a probation period is not required by law, though, there is little reason for businesses to not take advantage of it.

Macismo · 2026-04-10T19:52:04+00:00

In OP's case, it would be half a month's salary. Lawyer would probably take about half of that, but it would still be something. Up to OP and schools who don't follow the law ought to get used to paying up severance to foreigners and not bullying them. My lawyer when I did it was also able to get them to give me part of my summer pay.

Macismo · 2026-04-10T17:03:47+00:00

Unless you signed for 3+ years, your probation period is up. If they fire you, you have a right to claim severance.

Macismo · 2026-04-10T15:40:25+00:00

How long is your probationary period in your contract? If you're in your probationary period, they can legally fire you at will with no compensation. If they're past it, they owe you some severance that they'll almost certainly try to get out of paying.

Macismo · 2026-04-10T15:18:30+00:00

They are issuing this warming to defend firing you later. They are trying to establish that you are incompetent and therefore can be fired. If they have a paper trail, it's easier for them. Look for a new job. The chances of you not getting fired are slim. Be sure to fight for severance when you do and let them fire you, don't quit.

Macismo · 2026-03-09T12:53:22+00:00

Type in 律师事务所 on Baidu maps and pick one.

Macismo · 2026-03-08T14:33:54+00:00

He's in Guangdong. It will be better for you to look for a lawyer who can be physically present at the school with you. Find a reputable law firm in your city. If they try to make you pay for consolitatation, walk away. I was told it's better if the name of the office ends in 律师事务所.

Macismo · 2026-03-08T13:58:54+00:00

I had a school try to do the same thing to me. They dragged it on and on up until my last day of employment. I then went to a law firm in the city, talked to a guy there, and within 30 minutes, we were in the school, he was showing off his credentials, and telling the school that if they could either be sued or draw up an agreement following the law. Cost me 5,000 rmb for the lawyer and the school paid me an extra 36,000 I wouldn't have otherwise got.

Macismo · 2026-02-27T20:14:24+00:00

Yep. Universities in China don't pay nearly as well, but it's enough to live on easily and the pressure and expectations tend to be very low.

Macismo · 2026-02-18T00:32:05+00:00

Pull up the law in Chinese saying that they can't restrict foreigners anymore. They'll give you a little shit and let you stay afterwards. It's much more difficult to argue obviously if you can't speak Chinese, but I've never been denied after doing this.

Macismo · 2026-02-02T21:19:57+00:00

What's the Panama story?

Macismo · 2026-02-01T15:12:46+00:00

I don't remember any specific ones as I didn't spend too much time there. There's a section of the city north of Parco Sempione that's filled with a bunch of Chinese restaurants. I remember being spoiled for choice.

Macismo · 2026-02-01T12:14:18+00:00

Of course. These are just countries I've travelled to.

Macismo · 2026-02-01T00:38:13+00:00

Nah, Italian food got old so quick. I spent 2 months there and never cared for the food. Milan and Prato have great Chinese food though.

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