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6 Reasons Why Canada Is Not the Place for You

Reader discretion advised! I am a new resident of Canada. A month after completing my two years here, a friend shared an  article  online that immediately grasped my attention. It was titled “Don’t make the mistake of migrating to Canada, it’s a fool’s paradise.” I would not attempt to speak to the validity of the resounding assertion in the latter phrase of the title, because I believe only the author should have the right to speak for herself. I would however say only this in response: I’m not sure if Canada is a fool’s paradise but it surely is a graveyard for the conceited narcissists who think they deserve the same kingly bounties they were bestowed upon in their past country of residence for no good reason. Still, I can only agree with the author that Canada is indeed  not  the place for you. But I intend to do more than that; I will attempt to enumerate the various reasons why Canada is not the place for you. Before I start, let me make it clear that I do not mean to m

Recognized by TRIEC and CBC

I have been in Canada for two years now. During this time, I have not considered myself a newcomer but an equal part of the larger Canadian community and always keen to contribute to the country's vibrant economy and society in whatever way possible. This week has been extremely exciting for me.  I, along with my wonderful employer, CIBC got  recognized for the efforts we make to help new immigrants to Canada find work in their professional fields. I was also recognized by the Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC) as a mentee-turned-mentor within TRIEC's program, The Mentoring Partnership (TMP).  TMP celebrated its 10th Anniversary and hosted its Annual Recognition Reception on Dec 2, in Toronto. As part of TRIEC's 10th Anniversary Celebration, I was interviewed by CBC's Marivel Taruc in Toronto. Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's (CBC) television program  Our Toronto  included a special feature on newcomers recognizing me as a mentor