Small Community of People That Rallied For Me
I can vividly remember the excitement when I finally received an email confirming the approval of my permanent resident visa application after three long years of waiting. Shortly after that,…
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Updated: February 23, 2023 SOPA is recruiting past clients to volunteer their time with us! We are looking to for SOPA clients to help support and engage our LinkedIn Newcomer…
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SOPA for Refugees introduces you to important information about the Canadian job market, job search process and Canadian culture, through an interactive, online course called Ready to Work. Register Here…
Read MoreMandeep Kaur’s Inspiring Journey to Canada
Mandeep Kaur, originally from New Delhi, India, built a meaningful career as an English teacher before making the life-changing decision to move to Canada. With a passion for education and…
Read MoreEva’s Journey: Rediscovering Her Path in Canada Through Preparation, Resilience, and SOPA Support
When Eva arrived in Vancouver from Madrid, she carried more than suitcases—she brought years of experience, determination, and hope. Although she had lived in Canada twice before, coming back and…
Read MoreFrom Pre-Arrival Support to Early Success: Lauren’s SOPA Story
New Beginnings in BC Lauren arrived in Vancouver, BC with a clear purpose: to continue her work as an ESL instructor while preparing for the next step in her academic…
Read MoreFrom Johannesburg to Brampton: Nina’s Journey to Success
When you’re still outside Canada, it’s hard not to wonder if your experience will matter or if employers will even look at your application. Nina understands that feeling well. Before…
Read MoreA New Beginning Built on Faith, Preparation, and Purpose
The Success Story of Aissata T. My name is Aissata, and I come from Mali. I arrived in Canada in July 2025 and chose to settle in Winnipeg, Manitoba, a…
Read MoreSOPA Highlights 2025: A Remarkable Year — and a Decade of Impact
As we look back on a remarkable year, we’re thrilled to share our annual tradition. SOPA Highlights – A Year in Review. 2025 was more than just another year —…
Read MoreFrom Uncertainty to Confidence: The Course That Oriented Me in the Right Perspective
How SOPA Helped Me Prepare for Canada Before Arrival As I read your email, Kristy, I feel compelled to share my thoughts on achievement and feedback point by point. The…
Read MoreStarting Strong: My Journey from Engineer-in-Training to P.Eng. in Progress
I was referred by pre-arrival Canada to several services, including SOPA, which I joined in February 2024. In April, I attended my first virtual SOPA job fair from Nigeria. In…
Read MoreHalan’s New Beginning: From Preparation Abroad to Employment in Just 3 Months
After arriving in British Columbia from Chillan, Chile, Halan quickly found his footing in Canada’s job market and successfully secured employment within just three months. With a background in administrative…
Read MoreFrom Belarus to Canada: Starting Strong in Logistics with SOPA’s Help
When I received the email from IRCC requesting my passport, I noticed a mention of SOPA (Settlement Online Pre-Arrival) and the services they offer to newcomers. It immediately caught my…
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