New Canadians

If you have a job interview coming up, there’s no doubt that you would prepare for it. But as a newcomer or to-be immigrant to Canada, how would you know if you’re missing a key piece in your Canadian interview prep? We’ve put together pro tips from industry experts with a coaching or HR background […]

Komal Parekh learned about the importance of networking and volunteering when she attended Planning for Canada‘s pre-arrival sessions. After moving to Canada, she applied all of her learnings in her job search and it paid off. “I volunteered at CCIS. I also networked with several people through a Facebook group that I created to teach […]

The hospitality and tourism sector is among the worst-affected ones due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In this video, learn about the Destination Employment program and how it is helping newcomers in the hospitality sector with their financial needs and introducing them to online programs which allow them to exploit their full potential. Destination Employment The […]

By Sarabpreet Kaur Wondering what’s happening with the ongoing Parents and Grandparents sponsorship program? Well, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) began the Invitation To Apply (ITA) process for PGP Program 2021 on September 23 and potential sponsors will be invited till October 7. The PGP Program opens once a year. It lets citizens and […]

Artists performing in this episode: Beany John – Yellow Flicker Gustaü – Olé Inspiracion Latina – Careless Whispers Firelights and Friends – Fi El Awel Marta Sofia Reyes – Yo Me Llamo Cumbia LatinTrain Trio – Quizas Quizás Quizas Lesley and Michael Daly – Sevillanas Host: David Newland, Writer, Musician and Broadcaster Learn more about […]

Artists performing in this episode: Smoke Trails Group – Original Indigenous Grass Dance song Patricio Chiza – El Condor Pasa / The Condor Passes Fabian Arciniegas – Soy Pan, Soy Paz, Soy Mas / I am Bread, I am Peace, I am More Thelma Dillon – Paseo de IloIlo Gustaü – Vuelo / Flight Lindsay […]

By Gokul Gobikrishna You have heard a million reasons why immigrating to Canada is great for your future. It could be for international labour experience, for promises of higher educations, or a simple change in scenery. Regardless of your reasons, did you know Canada’s just as lucky to have you? Here’s why immigration is Canada’s […]

Leaving your home – your place of comfort – to go study in another country can be a stressful experience. If you’re looking for tips to navigate the challenges that come with being an international student in Canada, you’ve landed on the right page. We had a chat with David Mendoza, an educator and the […]

Let’s get this straight – personal branding is key for professional success no matter what you do. As a newcomer to Canada, time and again, you’d find yourself marketing your skillset to others, whether you’re looking for a job or starting a business. It’s how you brand yourself and showcase it to the connections you […]

By Tosin Ajogbeje Looking for immigration stories to inspire you today? Meet Dr. Yilmaz Ergun Dinc, Senior Research Associate, Immigration at the Conference Board of Canada. When Yilmaz Ergun arrived in Canada in 2018, he had every newcomer’s worries – how to find his professional footing, build social networks, and meet people. “I had a […]