Is it any wonder.
Here is a good example of what pilots are up against in Australia.
Australia: Young Guy 25 years old. 2000 hours total time. On call 7 days a week. Flying at least 5 of those days. Away from home fairly regularly. Flying roughly 700 hours a year for the last two years. Earning a fixed salary if $40,000 per annum.
Canada: Same guy. Same experience. Working 4 weeks on two weeks off. Still away from home for most of his tour. Flying 700 hours per year. Earning at least $70,000. Far more oppertunities for endorsements and movement within the company.
No wonder the boys down there are bitter.