Newcomers to Trailblazers

Hey everyone, Monisha here, your host on Newcomers to Trailblazers! Buckle up, because we've got another power-packed episode for you today.

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Joanna's story is one of bridging worlds. Born in the Philippines, she carried her rich cultural heritage with her when she immigrated to Canada at the age of 10. Growing up in a large, close-knit family, she learned the importance of community and connection, values she continues to uphold today. As a female immigrant leader, Joanna's commitment to inclusivity is evident in her daily actions. She's a passionate advocate for cultural understanding and uses her lived experiences to inspire and uplift others. This Women's History Month, join Monisha on LinkedIn to delve into Joanna's remarkable journey and discover how her global perspective shapes her powerful leadership in Canada.

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Hey everyone, Monisha here, your host on Newcomers to Trailblazers! Buckle up, because we've got another power-packed episode for you today.

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Tasneem was born in the UK to a South African Canadian Immigrant. SHe is a truly global citizen. And has visited, volunteered and lived in various parts of the world, Asia, Europe, North America. She shares about her life as an immigrant in different parts of the world, how her experiences have reformed her into the person she is today and her career choices.

As part of Black History Month, we are learning about Kenyan culture, language, territories, and his experiences as an immigrant in Canada.

As part of Women's History Month, we are learning about her experiences with Global Culture, and her experiences as an immigrant in Canada.

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Hey everyone, Monisha here, your host on Newcomers to Trailblazers! Buckle up, because we've got another power-packed episode for you today.

Before we dive in, a quick reminder! We release new episodes every other week, and you won't want to miss them. So do us a favor and hit that subscribe button on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon music – whichever gets your podcast groove on!

Jonathan is a Black Canadian Immigrant from Kenya and moved to Canada almost 20 years ago. Over the years through the organization UMOJA, him and his team have served over 5000+ Immigrants Newcomers in Canada.

Jonathan is a Black Canadian immigrant from Kenya who moved to Canada almost 20 years ago. Over the years, through the organization UMOJA, he and his team have served over 5,000 immigrants and newcomers in Canada.

As part of Black History Month, we are learning about Kenyan culture, language, territories, and his experiences as an immigrant in Canada.

As part of Black History Month, we are learning about Kenyan Culture, Kenyan Language, Kenyan Territories and his experiences as an immigrant in Canada.

Joining me is the co-host Matilda Williams-Obiajunwa, who is the founder of Sisters In Canada Wellness Society, an organization dedicated to empowering newcomer immigrant women to thrive in Canada through interactive sessions, mentorship and support to rebuild their self-esteem, eliminate societal isolation and foster community collaboration.

LinkedIn Link: Matilda - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matilda-williams-obiajunwa-340877251/

LinkedIn Link: Jonathan - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathancauriprofile/

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Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Program Back in Motion: Helping New Immigrants Find Their Dream Jobs in Canada

Are you a skilled immigrant looking to start a new career in Canada? If so, you're not alone. Thousands of immigrants come to Canada each year, hoping to find fulfilling and well-paying jobs. But navigating the Canadian job market can be challenging, even for the most experienced professionals.

That's where Back in Motion comes in.

Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Program has been helping new immigrants find jobs in Canada for over 20 years. They have a proven track record of success, and have helped tens of thousands of immigrants find meaningful careers in major cities like Surrey, Richmond, Burnaby, and other cities in British Columbia

In this podcast, we'll talk to you about Back In Motion Career Paths program, their growth, their success rate, and their job strategies. We'll also share stories from some of Career Paths clients who have found success with Back in Motion in the future episode

Topics we'll cover in this podcast:

How to find job openings in Canada

How to prepare for your job search

How to network effectively

How to interview successfully

And much more!

Program Owners:

Director of Employment Services, Bernd Gruenhage: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernd-gruenhage-903b46215/

Program Manager, Anna Price: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-price-96555924

Community Liaison, Badhri Narayanan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/badhri-narayanan

Career Advisors: Feridon Salim, Duane Babb, Karen Wang, Miriam Mares, Soraya Canales, Raminder Kaur Bahl

Job Search Advisors: Misha Sharma

Program Assistants: Gurpreet Kaur, Sveytaa Sharma

Program Coordinator: Carleen Ferguson

Career Paths Program is committed to helping new immigrants achieve their career goals. If you're looking for a job in Canada, we encourage you to contact them today.

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Website: https://careerpaths.ca/

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We hope you join us on this journey to find your dream job in Canada.

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Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Program Back in Motion: Helping New Immigrants Find Their Dream Jobs in Canada

Are you a skilled immigrant looking to start a new career in Canada? If so, you're not alone. Thousands of immigrants come to Canada each year, hoping to find fulfilling and well-paying jobs. But navigating the Canadian job market can be challenging, even for the most experienced professionals.

That's where Back in Motion comes in.

Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Program has been helping new immigrants find jobs in Canada for over 20 years. They have a proven track record of success, and have helped tens of thousands of immigrants find meaningful careers in major cities like Surrey, Richmond, Burnaby, and other cities in British Columbia

In this podcast, we'll talk to you about Back In Motion Career Paths program, their growth, their success rate, and their job strategies. We'll also share stories from some of Career Paths clients who have found success with Back in Motion in the future episode

Topics we'll cover in this podcast:

How to find job openings in Canada

How to prepare for your job search

How to network effectively

How to interview successfully

And much more!

Guests:

Director of Employment Services,Bernd Gruenhage: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernd-gruenhage-903b46215/

Program Manager, Anna Price: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-price-96555924/

Community Liaison, Badhri Narayanan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/badhri-narayanan/

Career Advisors: Feridon Salim, Duane Babb, Karen Wang, Miriam Mares, Soraya Canales, Raminder Kaur Bahl

Job Search Advisors: Misha Sharma

Program Assistants: Gurpreet Kaur, Sveytaa Sharma

Program Coordinator: Carleen Ferguson

Career Paths Program is committed to helping new immigrants achieve their career goals. If you're looking for a job in Canada, we encourage you to contact them today.

Connect with Career Paths Program here:

Website: https://careerpaths.ca/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-bim/

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We hope you join us on this journey to find your dream job in Canada.

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Hey everyone, Monisha here, your host on Newcomers to Trailblazers! Buckle up, because we've got another power-packed episode for you today.

Before we dive in, a quick reminder! We release new episodes every other week, and you won't want to miss them. So do us a favor and hit that subscribe button on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon music – whichever gets your podcast groove on!

Matilda Williams-Obiajunwa is the founder of Sisters In Canada Wellness Society, an organization dedicated to empowering newcomer immigrant women to thrive in Canada through interactive sessions, mentorship and support to rebuild their self-esteem, eliminate societal isolation and foster community collaboration. With a degree in Creative Arts and a postgraduate diploma in Educational Administration from the University of Lagos, Nigeria, Matilda has extensive experience in advocacy, event planning, and stakeholder engagement. She previously served as the Communications Lead for the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run For The Cure, Surrey Committee for four years; she is also a director on the UNITI Board, contributing her expertise in fundraising and diversity initiatives. She was recently selected as a member of the IRCC Inaugural Newcomers Council, where she and other Council members will advise the Deputy Minister of Immigration, on ideas and policies that will support newcomers in Canada.

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In the previous episode, we featured the remarkable power couple Vishad Deeplaul and Irshad Abdullah. Now, Vishad is back for round two, and we're going to delve deeper into his incredible achievements.

In our last episode, we discussed their inspiring journey as a couple, from their South African roots to making an impact in Canada. However, Vishad is a powerhouse in his own right, and there's just too much to cover in one episode.

So, get ready to be amazed! We're bringing back Vishad Deeplaul – a super achiever extraordinaire! We'll be uncovering even more of his awe-inspiring accomplishments.

We'll be discussing his values on volunteering, community building, his British Columbia Medal of Citizenship Award, and his work with the City of Burnaby as the Senior Manager for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion with the Burnaby Promise. We'll also explore his work with City Leadership, CHRO - Anita Bhandari, and CAO- Leon Gous.

If you're interested in learning about how a city strategically creates spaces for its community members, this episode is a must-listen. Vishad's work with the City of Burnaby has been incredible in a short span of time, and he continues to excel in bringing new initiatives, inclusion, and a sense of belonging among its residents.

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Welcome back, podcast fam! Remember that amazing couple we featured, Vishad Deeplaul and Irshad Abdullah? We today have Irshad back for round two!

This time, we're diving deep into Irshad's incredible story. We'll explore his achievements, the challenges he faced as an immigrant (even with a killer education!), and how he's now giving back to help others.

In our last episode, we followed their inspiring journey as a couple, from their South African roots to conquering Canada. Now, we're getting personal with Irshad's education. We'll hear about the hurdles he faced as a newcomer, despite his impressive academic background and experience. You won't believe how much he's grown and how his perspective has transformed over the years.

So, buckle up and get ready to be amazed by the one and only, Irshad Abdullah – the super achiever himself! We're about to uncover even more of his awe-inspiring accomplishments. Let's get down to business!

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Guest Li: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irshad-abdulla-phd-vancouver

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Get ready for a double dose of amazing! Today, we're welcoming a power couple who are basically superheroes with hearts of gold – Vishad Deeplaul and Irshad Abdullah!

Let's unpack this incredible duo. Vishad and Irshad are both husbands, dads, and come from a super supportive family back in South Africa . Together, they launched a legal battle that shook the entire South African constitution – talk about power couples!

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We have the amazing Shobna Jaya Madhavan with us today. Shobna calls herself an "unapologetic optimist" who believes in the strength of humanity. She's a first-generation immigrant who came to Canada in 1995, and for almost 20 years she's been leading teams and connecting with people across different organizations.

This powerhouse of a woman has been nominated for the BC Medal of Good Citizenship Award, and her work spans community engagement, public relations, child welfare, government relations, and more! She's passionate about collaboration and making a positive impact, and that's exactly what she's been doing – from 2017 to 2024, she was the AVP of External Relations at Simon Fraser University, and now she's the Chief Impact Officer at MSM Unify.

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