Originally Posted by
CarBad
After a 17 year stretch in Newfoundland Im moving to Ottawa . What I'm trying to figure out is... Quebec or Ontario? Or is the difference marginal? I know about higher taxes in Quebec. But how high are the taxes? One of my children is not bilingual, is there a chance he will be alienated in the Gatineau schools because he doesn't speak french? What we are looking for in the community is being more laid back, hanging out with the neighbours...Any in put would be helpful.
Are there any pedestrian only bridges going from Gatineau to Ottawa. Just trying to get my head around the commute
How old is your child who is not bilingual? I guess that child has to learn french then. He/she will be best off becoming bilingual in any case, because I can only assume that being bilingual would be an advantage to finding employment in that area.
Your child may feel alienated at first but the younger they are, the faster they catch on.
I love both Ottawa and Gatineau. I am happy for you. It is one of my favourite regions in Ontario. And there is a beautiful pedestrian bridge connecting Ottawa and Gatineau. You are moving to a very cycling friendly area.
Bonne chance!