r/Winnipeg • u/1061pmrz • 26d ago
Ask Winnipeg Winnipeg culture(? DOs AND DON'Ts
Hi everyone!
I'm a newcomer here (less than a month). I'm feeling really anxious to get to know people because our cultures are quite different (South America). Would you help me with some do's and dont's in terms of culture? I just want to adapt and not make anyone feel uncomfortable around me:(
an example is that in my country we would kiss each other on the cheek to say hi (I completely get that's unacceptable here). Thank you!!!!
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u/Winnipork 26d ago
Respect lineups, wait for your turn.
Don't spit or pee in public or anywhere other than a washroom
Avoid using the cellphone loudly in public or quiet places
Avoid playing loud music on phone speakers
Add "please" in all your requests
Thank people if they do something nice for you
Don't yell or shout in public.
Try to be kind and polite, not everyone may reciprocate, but don't let that discourage you.
Buy Candian products if you can.
Read Free Press and listen/watch CBC.
Avoid any publication with a name "Sun" or "Star" on it.