If Donald trump is elected, I would consider living in cities such as Vancouver, Toronto and Quebec City. Photo courtesy of cbc.ca

For some, hearing Donald Trump’s name is enough to make a person fear for their life. When this man first stated that he would run for president, I laughed.

I saw his statement as a joke and thought that other people would do the same. However, his misogynist, xenophobic and racist comments are getting him further in the presidential race.

What does this say about our country? I used to joke about moving to Canada if he won, but now I am serious about moving there.

This country doesn’t feel safe with all the people supporting Trump. Canada would be a great place to live with their healthcare, cost of college and a happier life for the LGBT community. Let me tell you about the different areas in Canada that might sound appealing and safe.

Do you like nature? If so, British Columbia might be for you. You can not only escape from Donald Trump’s bigotry, but you could also escape for the weekend at different provincial parks. Mount Robson Provincial Park is one of the many parks that have wonderful views of the mountains and caving opportunities.

If you are looking for a more environmentally friendly place to live, Vancouver, British Columbia, might be the place for you.

This city has been working hard on helping the environment. They have increased green jobs in the area and are working to lessen the amount of greenhouse gas emissions. The list of what they are doing to help is long so, Google it and check it out sometime. Vancouver also has a diverse art community, so if you are not into hiking or other outdoor activities, it is still a great place for the arts.

If you are seeking a safer place to live because you are part of the LGBT community, Toronto,      Ontario, will be a great place for you. Ontario also has anti-bullying laws that protect LGBT students. Ontario is one of the most important provinces at the moment when it comes to transgender rights. It has laws in place to stop discrimination based on gender identity, which many states in the U.S. lack.

Quebec is another province that might interest you. If you are not one for crazy night life and want a more country feel,                        Quebec City and the surrounding area might be right for you. The cobblestone streets bring a certain charm to the area. Also, if you love fresh bread and coffee, this place is full of it.

Of course, there are a lot of places in Canada to move to.

Realistically, it would be hard to afford a lot of these places (trust me, I have been looking after Trump’s advances on Super Tuesday). I think that is why we have to stop Trump. I definitely don’t want a man who talked about the size of his penis on national TV to be our next president. We need to stop thriving on ignorance and become more empathetic.  America, it is time to come to your senses. We can’t have this man as a president.

Beck Devine is a staff writer for The Dakota Student. She can be reached at [email protected]