An Expat Talks about Living in Toulouse, France

What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?

Toulouse

How long have you lived there?

10 months

What activities, clubs and organizations would you recommend to newcomers to help them meet others?

The french language school for immigrants, organised by your local marie.

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In terms of religious, racial, economic and cultural diversity, are the people of this city or town diverse? Are they accepting of differences? Describe.

Diverse ethnic mix - I am white british and my wife is indian and we have experienced no issues at all. They seem very accepting and polite.

What are the main industries in this city? What types of career opportunities commonly exist? How do most people find new jobs?

Airbus is the largest employer but there are others Thales, Capgemini, CNES, Astrium etc. If you speak french and you are a techy should not be too difficult to find a job.

In general, what are peoples' priorities in this city? For example, do lives revolve around work, family, socializing, sports, etc.?

Work generally, with lots of activities organised by the company you work for. There is plenty to do restaurants, bars cinema in the city.

If a friend of yours was thinking of moving to this city or town from far away, what other advice would you give them.

It is a big city and finding a place to live is fairly tricky (rent). However the weathers great and it is a nice place to live.