Nigerians Living in Canada- Comfort Omovre
Meet Comfort Omovre, a Nigerian in Calgary, Alberta, carving out her path as an author, creator, and counsellor. In her two years in Canada, she’s experienced everything from icy winters to DIY furniture assembly, all while chasing her dream of a financially stable life. Comfort shares the highs and lows of adjusting to life far from home, from missing the taste of fresh Naija meals to finding peace in Canada’s quiet and orderly lifestyle.
Hiiiiii, Can we meet you?
Sure! I’m Comfort Omovre. I call Calgary, Alberta, home these days. I wear a few hats—author, creator, and counsellor. I write, I create, and I help people figure things out.
How long have you been living in Canada, and what brought you here?
It’s been two years now! I made the move for a better quality of life—and honestly, it’s been quite the adventure so far.
What was the transition to living in Canada like for you?
Whew, it was rough at first! I felt so out of place like I just didn’t belong. To top it off, we landed right in the middle of one of the coldest winters Canada’s ever seen—talk about a frosty welcome! I was miserable for a while, but as the weather warmed up and we started building our little community, things began to click. Now, it’s starting to feel more like home.
So sorry about that experience; that must have been tough.
Have you experienced any culture shocks so far?
Oh, absolutely! The first one that hit me was realizing cannabis is legal here. I remember standing in front of my first cannabis store, just flabbergasted. 😂 Then there’s daylight savings! And those crazy long summer days, followed by barely any daylight winters? Wild!!!!
Oh, and services here? So pricey compared to Nigeria. Braiding my hair now costs a fortune, but what got me was furniture assembly. I’ve turned into a DIY carpenter just to avoid paying those assembly fees. 🤣
This is so funny.
It’s been 2 years in Canada, yeah? What’s your favourite thing about living here?
The quiet and the orderliness. There’s something so calming about how peaceful it often is—it’s like a little sanity boost in a hectic world.
Do you have any favourite things to do in Canada?
Honestly, I’m a bit of a homebody, so my life isn’t exactly thrilling. 😅 But I’d say taking walks or going on long train rides are my favorite things—they’re so relaxing. Oh, and sightseeing too! When I actually get around to it, I enjoy soaking in the views.
What is that place that you think every Nigerian in Canada should visit?
Honestly, I might not be the best person to ask—I haven’t done much exploring myself yet! 😅
Do you miss Nigeria? 👀👀
Haha 😂I miss the taste of fresh food. Almost every Naija dish we cook here uses ingredients that have been through a lot—frozen, dehydrated, or sometimes both! It’s just not the same. I also miss the roadside canteens and eateries where you could always grab an affordable, proper Naija meal.
If you could send one thing from Nigeria to Canada, what would it be?
Food, without a doubt! 🤣🤣🤣
And what do you do when you are feeling homesick?
I usually reach out to loved ones and spend some time catching up with them. It always helps me feel a little closer to home.
You said you moved here for a shot at a better quality of life—how’s that going?
Honestly, it’s been a lot of learning and trying, just taking it one day at a time. I’m asking questions, taking courses, getting certifications, pushing harder for my business, and applying for jobs—it’s been a journey.
For me, a dream life is pretty simple: financial stability. It’s being able to afford what I want when I want it, having solid investments, savings, and an emergency fund, living in my own home, and driving my car. Nothing flashy, just a comfortable, secure life.
You can keep up with Comfort on Twitter and Instagram, and grab a copy of her debut novel, When Love Visits.
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