Released March 2021.

Merchandise trade between Canada and Brazil totalled $7.7 billion in 2019. 

With so much money involved, many work to establish the connections between businesses in Canada and Brazil.

Paola Saad is one of those individuals. A member of the Brazilian community herself, Paola travels between her office in Toronto and Brazil to establish these partnerships and help government organizations along the way.

Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society

Released March 2021.

If you identify as part of the, LGBTQ+ community it can be incredibly nerve-wracking when expressing who you are to society.

The decision to come out of the closet can be even more challenging if your coming out may not be accepted by your family or community.

Pinoy Pride Vancouver is a Social and Support Group for the Filipino-Canadian LGBTQ+ community, their families, friends and supporters.  They work with a community steeped in traditional values towards understanding and acceptance.

Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society

Released March. 2021.

What is our purpose in life? For many, including myself, we go years without finding what we’re passionate about and what we wish to bring into the world. 

For Alex Sangha, he knew he wanted to help others, either through social work, writing, or directing through Sher Films 

Coming out later this year, Sher Films' Emergence, Out of the Shadows, explores the taboo topic of being gay and lesbian in the South Asian community of Metro Vancouver and abroad.

Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society

Released February 2021.

There’s a vast amount of information that one needs when immigrating to Canada. However, through all the information around banking, getting a job, a learning English, information on our indigenous population is light.

That’s where Jamie Banias comes in. As the Indigenous Engagement Coordinator at Immigration Partnership Winnipeg, she and others work at improving knowledge and awareness of our indigenous peoples to newcomers.

Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society

Released February 23, 2021

As technology develops the world is becoming more interconnected, and business is becoming increasingly international dependent.

There is no better source to learn from those pursuing education in international business than Leslie Wilder, who has both the knowledge and experience.

Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society

"U Talk Ep 20 - Casimiro Nhussi." Released February 2021

Our culture is in everything we do. It influences our foods, music, and our dancing.

Casimiro Nhussi embraces that principle but gives it a personal flair. Musician, choreographer, and artistic director of Nafro Dance Productions, Casimiro is heavily involved in art and has been since he was a young boy.

Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society

"U Talk Ep 19 - Sharan Tappia." Released February 2021

To recognize what women do in society and for each of us, each day was why Asian Women in Winnipeg was started.

Sharan Tappia is one of the founding members. She shares a little about her life and how her experiences led her to help create the organization.

Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society

"U Talk Ep 18 - Keisha Paul." Released February 2021

International business is fascinating, working with others to overcome cultural and language barriers to achieve success.

Keisha Paul seems to have figured out the code.

Owner of Keisha R. Paul Consulting, and has worked in countries around the world. Keisha knows the value of formal education and practical experience.

Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society

"U Talk Ep 17 - Xavier Mutshipayi." Released February 2021

Xavier Nkunda Mutshipayi is a painter living in Winnipeg, Manitoba, who shares his journey moving from the Democratic Republic of Congo, his inspirations, and some of his secrets to finding success as an artist.

Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society,

 U Talk Ep 16 - "John Allan." Released January 2021

For new Canadians wanting to learn settlement skills or English, learning from home has many challenges, including a quiet space to focus or a lack of technology. 

John Allan is a Trainer, educator, writer, presenter. A dedicated education specialist with diverse experience-driven to learn, teach and innovate. John touches on the shift to online learning during the pandemic and services for educators and students.

Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society