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In real life nations have identities, whether they happen to be true or not. Similarly, nations in eRepublik have an identity. If you think of a strong economy and a strong dollar immediately Spain comes to mind, the place where minimum wage gets you Q2 food. You look at our neighbours to the south, USA, and I think for many it conjures up the image of either an inept congress or an unwilling conqueror. Again, just like real life, these nations accrue identities that are positive or negative, true or false. Hungary is a big player on the world stage, and when I think of them I think takeovers. Constant takeover attempts are constantly alleged against Hungary, and if anything else it shows them to be ambitious and organized. Take a look at the map, you'll see the identities of two of the largest nations, Romania and Indonesia, who have carved out their niche as war-mongering, constantly invading, multiple front attacking machines. Some would also tag on the label of cheaters. Either way they are also the lands of immigrants, who mainly come over because of their identities. And finally, the poor Phillipines... Oh dear.

So what is Canada's identity? Is it similar to to that of real life Canada? No, it's quite the opposite. Are we known for our strong dollar? I don't get that vibe, even though the CAD is up there. Are we known for the CAF? No, I don't think so either, even though I think the CAF is something that Canada can be extremely proud of and a great outlet for our soldiers. So what is it? Like I said, I believe our identity is in stark contrast to our real world identity. The real Canada is the land of cultures, the land of immigration. A place where people come from all over the world to shape Canada's mosaic. In eRepublik, however, the feeling I get that Canada is a land of deserters.

Ok, so maybe deserters is a harsh word. But eCanadians are constantly leaving. Why? Well, we can point out many reasons. My previous article was all about war and its benefits, but the main point was that we need more than a war here or there, we need to make it part of our identity. There has been a large influx of people to Canada since the training wars and I don't think that's a coincidence. Now, war isn't the only reason people leave and it should be part of a broader solution. Our identity must include our economy, something that from the glances I've taken in my short time here to be strong. As a new citizen it was easy for me to find a job and afford food. The CAD is very, very strong, I think I read it was third behind ESP and IDR. We need to play this up, out country is in great economic hands.

You may agree with me, you may not, but you're probably thinking I'm a hypocrite if you've noticed I'm in Romania. Well actions speak louder than words and I will be returning to Canada in a day or two. What I want from all my fellow deserters is to start the return. Start the pilgrimage to our home. We may have left for different reasons but those reasons we left will continue to be there and give new citizens an excuse to move unless we come back and help fix them. I know Canadians abroad read their home news, I do it too. So come home, Canada, and help shape our identity.