My name is Miranda, I 'm 21 years old and from the Netherlands. I arrived in Canada on July 27 and can stay a year with my work permit! In June 2015 I went on my first backpack trip in Canada and I just love the country. It's always been my dream to travel and work for a longer time in Canada :) so I'm happy I can stay for a year this time. I think couchsurfing is a very nice way to meet locals and make new friends.