Canadian Stereotypes

[omutton]

Since most of the people on these forums are American, I just wanted to know what Canadian stereotypes you have heard and I can tell you if they are in fact true. When we were in Ypsilanti, Michigan, we were constantly asked if the stereotypes were true!

[Eugenia Gabrielov]

Hmmmm. I can't remember anything. However, I know we were down there with you guys at Ypsi cheering you on (I still have a few flags!) You did a fantastic job and it'd be great to see you again. Uh, accents maybe? I dunno I don't really know any Canadian stereotypes. Enlighten me!

[omutton]

Originally Posted by a breezy era

Hmmmm. I can't remember anything. However, I know we were down there with you guys at Ypsi cheering you on (I still have a few flags!) You did a fantastic job and it'd be great to see you again. Uh, accents maybe? I dunno I don't really know any Canadian stereotypes. Enlighten me!

We are bringing tons of Canadian Flags to Atlanta. Yes, I have to admit, we do have accents. I remember talking to someone in Ypsi. and they asked is Canadians actually say OOOT and aboot. And I have to admit, we do. People from the east coast have different accents but we definately sound different from y'all down south!

[Jeff Rodriguez]

Originally Posted by omutton

Since most of the people on these forums are American, I just wanted to know what Canadian stereotypes you have heard and I can tell you if they are in fact true. When we were in Ypsilanti, Michigan, we were constantly asked if the stereotypes were true!

Do you ever lock your doors?


What does a New England accent sound like? I've lived in CT most of my life, but have spent extended periods of time in other places. It seems to me the New England (CT anyway) doesn't have an accent and pronounces words correctly. Anyone know any different?

[Vivelation]

In a strip for Foxtrot, the kid w/glasses (his name is escaping me right now) was talking about how he was going to use whatever accent went with the food he was eating. So when he was eating New England clam chowder, he started saying "Pahk the cah in the Hahvahd Yahd." ::shrugs:: The only times I could really hear a major difference in accents were in NY and MA. Don't really know how to describe it though. It's pretty much differences in pronunciation and maybe intonation too.

Now I have a question. How does a Californian (or just West Coast in general) accent sound to you guys?

[JVN]

I heard that all Canadians build amazing robots.

Is there any truth to that rumor?

[pi_guy578]

Originally Posted by JVN

I heard that all Canadians build amazing robots.

Is there any truth to that rumor?

We were allianced with 1114 (Simbotics) at the Pittsburg regional and we made it to the Finals. There robot had a very unique drivetrain on "stilts" that would extend out 6 inches to make it on top of the platform.

Check out their website to look at CAD drawings of their robot:
http://www.simbotics.net/

[DarkJedi613]

Originally Posted by Ogre

What does a New England accent sound like? I've lived in CT most of my life, but have spent extended periods of time in other places. It seems to me the New England (CT anyway) doesn't have an accent and pronounces words correctly. Anyone know any different?

everyone has an accent, cept you don't hear it yourself cause thats what you're used to hearing...

[omutton]

Originally Posted by JVN

I heard that all Canadians build amazing robots.

Is there any truth to that rumor?

Well Team 114 Simbotics is Canadian and so is 1006 (Robot Name: FAST EDDIE) and both of those robots were finalists at the Canadian Regional so I guess you can say we build good robots! By the way, what do you think the best Canadian Robot is? I would have to say Team 1114 and their robot Simon.

[TheShadow]

First, as a Ypsi kid, sorry if you had bad experiences. We're normally preaty cool. Second, I think some of the Canadian teams are the best; I particularly like 1241.

[Astronouth7303]

One guy at school (non-FIRST, here @ Grand Rapids, MI) said, "Canada is a poser United States." I tuthfully disagree, but you asked. I have a good friend and e-mail buddy who lives in Canada. She lives in Ontario.

[omutton]

Originally Posted by TheShadow

First, as a Ypsi kid, sorry if you had bad experiences. We're normally preaty cool. Second, I think some of the Canadian teams are the best; I particularly like 1241.

Nah, no bad experiences at Ypsi. (except for our robot not doing too well!) I also agree that 1241 has a cool robot. It's such a unique design and I'm sure it'll take them far.

[theory6]

Wow great job Port Perry on the Chairmans, you really deserve getting the highest award in FIRST.

Also about the stereotypes, I guess we cherish our hockey, (GO LEAFS - playoff starts today ) and not to forget the infamous "eh?" after every sentence .

About the CND robots... in my opinion I feel that EVERY team participating, CND & American have amazing robots, it's just how they strategize and use that robot to it's full potential that matters to me. Ofcourse there are some options in a robot which give it a slightly higher advantage as others. For example 1114's amazing drive system

[IMDWalrus]

I live in Michigan, so I think I know most of the stereotypes by now.

One thing I've wondered about for a while, though: how popular are the Barenaked Ladies in Canada?

[omutton]

Originally Posted by IMDWalrus

I live in Michigan, so I think I know most of the stereotypes by now.

One thing I've wondered about for a while, though: how popular are the Barenaked Ladies in Canada?

They are pretty popular I'd say. But that doesn't mean I listen to them. Thanks theory6 for your kind words! theory6=best Rookie Team!!! I HAVE 1 THING TO SAY. GO LEAFS GO!!! Oh yah baby! First game tonight and I think Leafs will win 4-2. Canadians definately love hockey and TIM HORTON'S.