First Generation

Canadian Immigrant
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Inspiration, information, helpful tools, tips and resources – find all this and more in our new eight-episode Canadian Immigrant podcast series First Generation. You'll hear from a wide range of immigrants – successful entrepreneurs, refugees, young Canadians, artists, Canadian Immigrant Top 25 winners and everyone in between as they share the story of their unique journeys. Find more at www.canadianimmigrant.ca.

  1. 2024-10-15

    Navigating your path to financial success in Canada: Essential tips for newcomers

    In this episode, we'll explore the common financial challenges faced by newcomers to Canada and offer effective strategies to navigate them. Discover opportunities for financial growth, budget management tips and essential tools for your financial journey. Join us as we welcome Idriss Bouhmouch from National Bank of Canada, who will share valuable insights on preparing for both short-term and long-term financial success. Tune in for expert advice and inspiration!

    35 min

  2. 2024-07-04

    Make the best of your summer: Connect with the great outdoors

    Summer is the perfect season to enjoy the sunshine, prioritize your well-being, and make lasting memories in Canada. It's an excellent time to plan your getaways and enjoy abundant outdoor activities. This episode is for you if you are looking to explore Canada. Join Canadian Immigrant editor Ramya Ramanathan as she speaks with Maya Lange from Destination British Columbia and Tanya Berkers from Ontario Parks. They share insights into the wonders of British Columbia and Ontario, providing valuable information and tips for discovering these beautiful regions and connecting with nature.

    30 min

  3. 2024-02-08

    Winning advice for 2024: A conversation with Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Award recipients

    It's that time of the year again! As we enter 2024, we have opened the call for nominations for the 16th annual Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards. As we embark on our journey, we've invited three of our top 25 award winners from 2023, Hénoc Muamba, Sobhana Jaya-Madhavan and Winston Sayson, with different backgrounds and experiences, to share their inspirational journeys and most importantly their winning advice for 2024! Their valuable tips and advice is sure to resonate with newcomers and immigrants alike.

    37 min

  4. 2023-09-11

    Opportunities for career growth in Canada: ACCES Employment's Manjeet Dhiman on connecting with the right resources to succeed in the Canadian job market

    One of the biggest challenges many newcomers to Canada face is finding a job that utilizes their professional skills and work experience. How can they best equip themselves to break into the Canadian job market? What are some programs that can facilitate their path to career growth and success?

    31 min

  5. 2023-06-28

    Explore Canada for free and access exclusive offers: In conversation with Tarun Tripathi from the Institute of Canadian Citizenship

    Interested in visiting over 1,400 of Canada's most exciting cultural and outdoor experiences from coast to coast for free?  Want to get travel discounts on VIA Rail and Air Canada tickets? In this conversation with Tarun Tripathi, learn how new citizens and permanent residents can access all this and more with the free downloadable app Canoo, a project of the Institute of Canadian Citizenship.

    31 min

  6. 2023-03-07 · BONUS

    Winning advice for 2023: A conversation with Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Award recipients (Bonus Episode)

    In the process of making Canada home? Seeking a little inspiration for your journey? As we embark on the 15th year of the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards, four of our past award winners share their lived experiences and perspectives and, most importantly, their inspirational advice for 2023! This episode is sure to resonate with newcomers and immigrants alike.

    35 min

  7. 2022-11-17 · BONUS

    Managing your finances as a newcomer: Advice from personal finance expert Enoch Omololu (Bonus Episode)

    The financial system in Canada is obviously very different from your home countries. What are concrete steps you can take to understand this new financial landscape?  Where do you set up your first bank account? Is it easy to get your first credit card? Where do you start building your credit history and how do keep track of your credit score? That seems crucial, right? How can you make the money you bring with you last? Or wait: Should you invest in property at this time or is renting a better option? Or, perhaps, if you're just heading here, how can you prepare yourself financially for this transition?   In this conversation with Canadian Immigrant editor Ramya Ramanathan, personal finance expert and founder of savvynewcanadians.com Enoch Omololu shares his personal experiences as an immigrant and offers valuable advice and tips to newcomers.  Information, resources, helpful tips and inspiration – find all this and more at Canadianimmigrant.ca/podcast. *This is a bonus episode of the First Generation podcast

    32 min

  8. 2021-12-23

    Meet Tareq Hadhad: Founder of Peace by Chocolate, public speaker and community leader

    Episode 8 of First Generation, the Canadian Immigrant podcast series features Tareq Hadhad's journey from arriving in Canada along with thousands of other refugees to becoming a successful entrepreneur and leader.  In this inspiring conversation, Tareq speaks about going from asking: "What's Halifax?" to making the small town of Antigonish in Nova Scotia home and launching Peace by Chocolate there with the support of the community to finding ways to give back.  He shares various aspects of his journey as an immigrant, what his six years in Canada has looked like and how the country has shaped him. Hear Tareq's advice on building a life in Canada, making connections and the importance of sharing your story.  Host Farah Mohamed also discusses helpful resources for those on the immigrant journey with Canadian Immigrant editor Ramya Ramanathan.    Inspiration, information, helpful tools, tips and resources – find all this and more at canadianimmigrant.ca/podcast2021

    38 min
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Inspiration, information, helpful tools, tips and resources – find all this and more in our new eight-episode Canadian Immigrant podcast series First Generation. You'll hear from a wide range of immigrants – successful entrepreneurs, refugees, young Canadians, artists, Canadian Immigrant Top 25 winners and everyone in between as they share the story of their unique journeys. Find more at www.canadianimmigrant.ca.

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  • Creator
    Canadian Immigrant
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Canadian Immigrant
  • Show Website
    First Generation

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