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What to Expect When You Move to Canada
My family and I were very excited when we received the news that our immigrant visa to Canada had been...
Before Boarding a Plane to Canada
“Before arriving in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on October 1st, 2016, my wife and I went through the SOPA program. We heard...
Four Thousand Miles – A Banking Professional’s Journey from Russia (Part 2)
After arriving in Canada, Natalya decided to enjoy the first few months learning about Ontario before starting her job search....
Four Thousand Miles – A Banking Professional’s Journey from Russia (Part 1)
Natalya is a highly experienced banking professional from Novosibirsk, Russia. She worked as an Account Manager in commercial banking for...
Arrive Prepared in Manitoba
Watch how our clients arrived prepared in Manitoba. Are you immigrating to Canada? Sign up before arriving to learn about...
Small Talk Works!
One day, shortly after arriving in Edmonton from The Philippines, Ria and her son insisted on taking the bus to...
Job Search Strategies = Success
Vivek and Manisha decided to move to Canada and chose British Columbia for its beauty, opportunities, and ethnic diversity. They...
Ella’s First Job in Canada
It didn’t take long for Ella Oteze to gain employment after landing in Regina. Ella is an industrious and outgoing...
Be Better Prepared for Your New Life with Next Stop Canada
On April 1st, 2016, the YMCA of Greater Toronto’s Immigrant Services launched their pre-arrival program Next Stop Canada. Funded by...
Career Potential and Communication Skills
Mehul Patel, an IT Professional from India, is currently working as a Projects and Account Manager at Vsourz Digital (a...
Virtual Events
Approved to immigrate to Canada? Join SOPA events to explore sector-specific industries, gain insights into Canadian workplace culture, and learn effective job search strategies. Network with other newcomers in our conversation circles and participate in informative sessions designed to help you succeed in the Canadian job market.