In the United States, the racial wealth gap remains a defining issue. In Canada, recent data shows that Black Canadians experience higher rates of avoidable hospitalizations for treatable illnesses such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes. While similar disparities are seen in the United States, particularly in chronic disease and mortality rates, direct statistical comparisons between the two countries are limited. In the U.S., many Black Americans define success through financial stability: being debt-free, owning a home, and providing for family are core aspirations. Understanding how Black Canadians and Americans view their opportunities, obstacles, and paths to success is essential for building policies that actually work.