Sunday, November 16, 2008

Crazy For Canadians: Online Dating In Canada

By Ferda Shinsky

Over the past ten years, there have been literally of hundreds of new online dating sites. People have in general become comfortable with the idea of getting to know people based on an online profile and subsequent instant messages and emails. Many online daters have searched the entire world wide web for their soul mate, without ever looking in their own back yard. That's why you should consider looking at Canadian dating sites. Most major Canadian cities are just a quick direct flight away, no further than an American cross-country trip. Better yet, the Canadian culture is very compatible with American culture while still offering unique advantages.

Let's start from the very beginning. First you have to find your preferred Canadian online dating site. Unless you have a recommendation for a site from a friend, the best way to find this is just to do a simple web search. Keywords you might search on include: Canada, online, dating, services. There should be several good hits. Take your time to browse through each website. Once you have found a website that you like, take the plunge and create an account. When you sign up, you aren't just signing up for the site. You are signing up for international new friends and maybe even your soul mate.

Often, people involved in online dating will communicate via web cam. Think of this as the online equivalent of meeting for coffee on your lunch break. Present yourself attractively. Dress as you would for a date and groom your hair and face. Other than that, just let the conversation flow naturally. Talk about common interests, recent news items, and what you do for fun. Smile and look into the camera, rather than your laptop screen. In no time it will feel almost as natural as sitting right next to someone.

If the initial conversation goes well, you and your new friend may want to move on to online dating. If you live far apart, you can hold virtual dates over the webcam. Even though it may sound silly at first, one way to build intimacy is to do the same things that most couples do on early dates. Watch a movie together and talk about it over your webcam. Alternatively, each of you could buy a certain vintage of wine and toast each other from your separate houses.

Do a little research before your date so that you can be prepared with dinner conversation. Look online for the local Canadian newspaper and talk about what's happening in your dates area. Most of all, be light hearted, laugh a little, and casually get to know one another! Afterall, that's what a date is all about isn't it?

One example of a very romantic online date is a candlelit dinner. You can coordinate with your date so that you each have the same meal and wine choices. Light candles in front of the web cam and have a leisurely dinner just like you would if you were together. After dinner, you can watch a romantic comedy together and share reactions to the film.

Music can be a big part of online dating in Canada. Cultural exchanges of music would be very enjoyable, enlightening, entertaining, and not to mention, romantic! It will help you enjoy the atmosphere that is created. Music is called the universal language of the world for a reason. It can reach the deepest parts of hearts and souls.

Speaking of romance, if you find yourself falling for your online date and wishing you could somehow put your arm around them, just remember this is not a disadvantage! You will be able to truly get to know one another on a personal level before physical affection takes a hold of your heart and mind and body! So, why not try a date with someone online in Canada? You've got nothing to lose and only friends to gain! - 15784

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