While Adnani’s outlook was initially optimistic, the last few years introduced a series of deteriorating factors that affected her perspective. The rising cost of living, a tightening job market, and a complex immigration situation made it increasingly difficult for immigrants to survive, let alone build a stable future. However, these socio-economic hurdles were not the primary catalysts for her departure. The definitive breaking point arrived when Adnani’s health began to decline severely. She described the situation as becoming "really bad," noting that Canada’s healthcare system is both expensive and hard to navigate.
Adnani’s experience echoes the sentiments of Sahil Peris, another Indian national who returned home after citing Canada’s broken healthcare system as a top reason for leaving. Peris reported being denied access to a specialist, which exacerbated his medical issues. For Adnani, the struggle was not merely physical; the inability to access timely and affordable care triggered significant emotional and mental distress. She emphasized that being unwell in a country where healthcare is slow and inaccessible takes a toll on one's head, emotions, and bank account. When coupled with the burden of a student loan, she determined the situation was no longer sustainable.
Ultimately, Adnani chose to quit her job and return to India. Despite the hardships, she concluded her narrative with words of appreciation for the resilience Canada instilled in her. She noted that the experience teaches one how to be a survivor and what it truly means to show up in a new country to build from zero. Her departure highlights a growing trend of immigrants re-evaluating the sustainability of life in Canada as the healthcare and economic infrastructure face unprecedented strain.
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