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Indian man compares Canada’s IT work culture with India’s long hours
‘Work ends at 4:30 pm here’: Indian man compares Canada’s IT work culture with India’s long hours
‘Work ends at 4:30 pm here’: Indian man compares Canada’s IT work culture with India’s long hours
An Indian man compared Canada and India work culture, highlighting long hours and lack of balance.
Published on: May 01, 2026 4:40 PM IST By Mahipal Singh Chouhan Share via Copy link An Indian man living in Canada has sparked a discussion on social media after sharing his views on the difference between IT work culture in Canada and India. In a video shared on Instagram, the man, who goes by the username @Corporate_kahanii, claimed that employees in Canadian IT offices usually leave work on time, unlike many workplaces in India where long hours are often normalised. An Indian man shared how Canadian IT jobs offered better work life balance than India’s long office hours. (Instagram/corporate_kahanii) (Also read: ‘Need fees for school, need a job for fees’: Indian woman in Canada says she is stuck in a ‘loop’) In the clip, he pointed towards people leaving an office around 4.30 pm and said, “Look brother, what happens in Canadian IT, people leave... It's 4:30 and people are leaving. Look at my friend, look at his watch. It's 4:30, and he's left the office. He's also going home. He's having a cigarette now, and then he'll leave. Everyone else is also leaving. Look, everyone is leaving. Work is over at 4:30.”‘You leave when your lead lets you go’
Comparing it with his experience in India, the man said the situation back home was very different. He said, “But if you are in India, is it possible? No, never possible. In India, there's everything, delivery apps, Blinkit, everything is there, household help is there. But you don't get time. You stay in the office for 12, 12 hours. You leave when your lead lets you go.” The man further said that employees in Canada often get time for fitness, hobbies and personal routines after work. “Someone is doing fitness, someone is doing something else... everyone has their own hobbies they're pursuing. But it's not possible in India,” he said.‘Work should support life’
The video was shared with a caption that read, “Ever wondered why work-life balance feels so different in Indian IT vs the US IT industry? In many Indian IT jobs, long hours, weekend work, and constant availability are often normalized. Meanwhile, in the US, boundaries, paid time off, and flexible work culture are more widely encouraged (though not perfect either). This reel breaks down the reality, not to complain, but to start a conversation. Because work should support life, not take it over.” (Also read: ‘Every day felt like a scam’: Canadian man says ‘constant lying’ ruined his Delhi trip) In the video, the man said many people who move abroad end up staying because of work life balance. However, he added that India could become the best place to work if stronger rules around timely exits and overtime were introduced. Watch the clip here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Corporate Kahani (@corporate_kahanii)Internet reacts
The clip drew several reactions online. One user wrote, “This is exactly why people don’t want to come back once they experience proper work life balance.” Another said, “India has talent and opportunities, but office culture needs serious improvement.” A third commented, “Leaving office on time should not be treated like a luxury.” Another user added, “The problem is not work, the problem is the expectation to always be available.” (Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.) ABOUT THE AUTHOR Mahipal Singh Chouhan Mahipal Singh Chouhan is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital, with nearly five years of experience in digital journalism and content production. His work primarily focuses on offbeat and trending stories that reflect everyday experiences and evolving conversations on the internet. He has consistently worked on transforming viral content and human interest stories into structured news pieces that engage readers while maintaining editorial clarity. At Hindustan Times, Mahipal contributes to identifying and developing stories emerging from social media trends, online communities, and real-world incidents that capture public attention. His approach involves adding context and journalistic perspective to fast-moving digital narratives, helping present viral moments in a clear and reader-friendly format suited for digital audiences. Before joining Hindustan Times Digital, he was associated with DNA India, where he gained experience in newsroom workflows and digital storytelling practices. Mahipal holds a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Delhi. He is particularly interested in tracking emerging trends and understanding how online conversations evolve into broader public discussions. His work reflects a focus on accuracy, readability, and relevance in the rapidly changing digital news environment. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Mahipal takes an interest in history and sports and regularly works on improving his general knowledge, which complements his curiosity as a media professional.Read More Canada Jobs Get Latest Updates on Trending News Viral News, Video, Photos and Weather Updates of India and around the world News/Trending/‘Work Ends At 4:30 Pm Here’: Indian Man Compares Canada’s IT Work Culture With India’s Long Hours See LessAn Indian man living in Canada has sparked a discussion on social media after sharing his views on the difference between IT work culture in Canada and India. In a video shared on Instagram, the man, who goes by the username @Corporate_kahanii, claimed that employees in Canadian IT offices usually leave work on time, unlike many workplaces in India where long hours are often normalised.
(Also read: ‘Need fees for school, need a job for fees’: Indian woman in Canada says she is stuck in a ‘loop’)
In the clip, he pointed towards people leaving an office around 4.30 pm and said, “Look brother, what happens in Canadian IT, people leave... It's 4:30 and people are leaving. Look at my friend, look at his watch. It's 4:30, and he's left the office. He's also going home. He's having a cigarette now, and then he'll leave. Everyone else is also leaving. Look, everyone is leaving. Work is over at 4:30.”
The man further said that employees in Canada often get time for fitness, hobbies and personal routines after work. “Someone is doing fitness, someone is doing something else... everyone has their own hobbies they're pursuing. But it's not possible in India,” he said.
(Also read: ‘Every day felt like a scam’: Canadian man says ‘constant lying’ ruined his Delhi trip)
In the video, the man said many people who move abroad end up staying because of work life balance. However, he added that India could become the best place to work if stronger rules around timely exits and overtime were introduced.
Watch the clip here:
(Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.)
Source: HindustanTimes
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