I very much doubt that Canada is going to be immune to the financial crisis in the US The most positive and optimistic reports I've seen quote recovery in 2010: http://www.globalcrisisnews.com/general/global-financial-crisis-predicted-to-last-another-two-years Yes, unfortunately it doesn't look like many regions/countries are not going to be hit It's nice to hear that not everyone is affected but surely a little respect to those affected could be given. Are you in Russia? Recent reports show also russia being hit: http://www.globalcrisisnews.com/russia/economic-crisis-envelops-russia-too This is a very unfortunate situation for many citizens....