Profile of Liam

An accidental expatriate blogger behind Bridge Atlas Bright

Liam Patterson - Founder of Bridge Atlas Bright Photo: Bridge Atlas Bright

Hi, I am Liam

Project manager and parent. Expat living in Toronto, Canada.

A few years back I moved here with my family. What began as a temporary assignment gradually became a new chapter of life abroad.

How It Started

Relocating to Canada wasn’t part of the long-term plan. Like many expat moves, it began as a work opportunity and quickly became something much bigger.

The first months were intense — new systems, new routines, new expectations. Everyday tasks felt more complicated than they should.

City skyline in Toronto, Canada
Life in Toronto has its surprises. Photo: Bridge Atlas Bright

The Adjustment Period

There was culture shock, uncertainty, and a lot of learning by doing. But slowly, routines formed. We discovered places that worked for us, met other families, and started building something that felt stable.

Why I Built Bridge Atlas Bright

Most information online was either corporate-level relocation advice or surface-level tourism material. What was missing was honest, day-to-day family perspective.

This site exists to close that gap — practical guidance based on real life in Canada.

What This Website Is (And Isn't)

This site is:

  • Hands-on experience from living in Canada
  • Centered on family life and daily realities
  • Updated whenever something truly changes

This site isn't:

  • A tourism authority resource
  • A paid review platform
  • A generic travel blog

Looking Forward

Our stay in Canada continues, and so does the learning journey. As long as the information remains useful, I’ll keep documenting what we discover.

If you have questions about family life in Toronto or anywhere in Canada, don't hesitate to contact me.

Cheers,

Liam

Toronto, Canada