Move Rural Canada Podcast

Move Rural Canada Podcast

Welcome to the Move Rural Canada Podcast, the show where we connect newcomers in Canada, to thriving businesses and communities in rural and Northern regions! Each episode we will interview a different Canadian company that is both looking to hire and is supportive of hiring newcomers. Join us as we uncover hidden opportunities and show why moving to rural and Northern Canada might be the best step for your future. Lindsay Rubeniuk After spending 25 years as a Rural Canadian Developer Lindsay has become an expert in immigration and workforce development. She holds her designation as an Economic Developer of Canada and is a member of the Career Professionals of Canada. Interested in relocating or assistance with immigration? Please email immigration@100meridian.ca. You can visit her website Here Leah Mitchell Leah Mitchell is a Workplace Language Consultant and the Canadian Advisor for EnGen.   She delivers language supports that help companies integrate and train their workforce effectively. You can reach her at prairieskyenglish@gmail.com

  1. Apr 30

    McMunn & Yates Building Supplies

    In our 9th and final episode of season 2, we talk with Dale Fust, of McMunn & Yates Building Supplies. We discuss company culture, career advancement, and rural living. To learn more about McMunn & Yates, please visit their website:https://mcmunnandyates.com McMunn & Yates Careers:https://mcmunnandyates.com/careers?srsltid=AfmBOorvByZf88-_5cNmpNjtMeYT7CpIjB6SeFEGhqs8617AWt2ays7i Flavors of Mexico:https://www.flavorsofmexico.ca Want to apply to be on our podcast, or Interested in being a sponsor? Please email: moveruralcanada@gmail.com Sign up for our newsletter. Get insider details and never miss an episode! Visit www.prairieskyenglish.caLindsay Rubeniuk After spending 25 years as a Rural Canadian Developer Lindsay has become an expert in immigration and workforce development. She achieved her Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) designation in 2016, opening the doors to various pathways to attract workers and international students to study, work and live in Prairie communities.  Her strategy of immigration was proven in 2024 when she assisted the Parkland Ukraine Family Fund to bring over 200 immigrants to the community of Dauphin, Manitoba in less than two years. Lindsay holds her designation as an Economic Developer of Canada and is a member of the Career Professionals of Canada.  Leah MitchellLeah Mitchell is a Language Trainer, Workforce Development Consultant and the Canadian Advisor for EnGen. She provides language supports that help companies integrate and train their workforce effectively. -Leah Mitchell & Lindsay Rubeniuk

    McMunn & Yates Building Supplies
  2. Mar 26

    Alair Homes - Brandon

    We are back with another episode, and this time, we interviewed Mike Peters of Alair Homes - Brandon. Alair Homes is a network of independently-owned custom home building companies across North America. Join us as we discuss the construction market in Manitoba, careers in the trades, and the community of Brandon overall. To Learn more about the Community of Brandon, and Alair Homes, please check out the links below! Alair Homes Brandonhttps://alairhomes.com/brandon/ Black Wheat Brewinghttps://blackwheatbrewing.ca Section 6 Brewing Co.https://section6brewing.ca Lady of the Lakehttps://www.ladyofthelake.ca Brown's Social Househttps://www.brownssocialhouse.com/brandon Construction Association of Rural Manitobahttps://carm.ca List of Trades:https://www.gov.mb.ca/apprenticeship/explore-trades/trade-profiles.html CARM:  https://carm.ca/ Apprenticeship MB:  https://www.gov.mb.ca/apprenticeship/explore-trades/trade-profiles.html#trades-by-name Want to apply to be on our podcast, or Interested in being a sponsor? Please email: moveruralcanada@gmail.com Sign up for our newsletter. Get insider details and never miss an episode! Visit www.prairieskyenglish.caLindsay Rubeniuk After spending 25 years as a Rural Canadian Developer Lindsay has become an expert in immigration and workforce development. She achieved her Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) designation in 2016, opening the doors to various pathways to attract workers and international students to study, work and live in Prairie communities.  Her strategy of immigration was proven in 2024 when she assisted the Parkland Ukraine Family Fund to bring over 200 immigrants to the community of Dauphin, Manitoba in less than two years. Lindsay holds her designation as an Economic Developer of Canada and is a member of the Career Professionals of Canada.  Leah MitchellLeah Mitchell is a Language Trainer, Workforce Development Consultant and the Canadian Advisor for EnGen. She provides language supports that help companies integrate and train their workforce effectively. -Leah Mitchell & Lindsay Rubeniuk

    Alair Homes - Brandon
  3. Jan 8

    Early Child Care in Stonewall

    Happy New Year! We are so excited to be back to knick 2026 off with the new episode! Today, we welcomed Nicole Kibsey, who is the Executive Director of Starting Blocks Incorporated, the community of Stonewall, Manitoba. We discuss the high-demand field of Early Childhood Education in Stonewall and surrounding area, the need for Early Childhood Educators, and the Community as a whole! To Learn more about the Community of Stonewall, and Starting Blocks Incorporated, please check out the links below! Starting Blocks Incorporatedhttps://childcaresearch.gov.mb.ca/en/Facility/Index?ChildCareFacilityId=3091 Community of Stonewall, Manitoba https://www.stonewall.ca/ Quarry Park & Heritage Art Centrehttps://www.stonewall.ca/p/quarry-park-heritage-arts-centre Appy Place Loungehttps://appyplacelounge.ca/ Want to apply to be on our podcast, or Interested in being a sponsor? Please email: moveruralcanada@gmail.com Sign up for our newsletter. Get insider details and never miss an episode! Visit www.prairieskyenglish.caLindsay Rubeniuk After spending 25 years as a Rural Canadian Developer Lindsay has become an expert in immigration and workforce development. She achieved her Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) designation in 2016, opening the doors to various pathways to attract workers and international students to study, work and live in Prairie communities.  Her strategy of immigration was proven in 2024 when she assisted the Parkland Ukraine Family Fund to bring over 200 immigrants to the community of Dauphin, Manitoba in less than two years. Lindsay holds her designation as an Economic Developer of Canada and is a member of the Career Professionals of Canada.  Leah MitchellLeah Mitchell is a Language Trainer, Workforce Development Consultant and the Canadian Advisor for EnGen. She provides language supports that help companies integrate and train their workforce effectively. -Leah Mitchell & Lindsay Rubeniuk

    Early Child Care in Stonewall
  4. 12/18/2025

    Work at the Thompson Regional Airport

    In our 6th episode this season, we head up north to Thompson, Manitoba! We interview Maggie Taylor, Airport and Infrastructure Manager of Thompson Regional Airport. Join us as we discuss topics like affordability, lifestyle, and the educational resources in the Northern Community! To learn more about the community of Thompson, please visit their website! Thompson, Manitobahttps://www.thompson.ca/ Thompson Airporthttps://thompsonairport.ca/ Paint Lake Marina/Lodgehttps://www.paintlake.ca/ Want to apply to be on our podcast, or Interested in being a sponsor? Please email: moveruralcanada@gmail.com Sign up for our newsletter. Get insider details and never miss an episode! Visit www.prairieskyenglish.ca Thanks-you to our sponsors for this episode: Manitoba Trucking Associationtrucking.mb.ca Supply Chain Manitobasupplychainmb.ca Lindsay Rubeniuk After spending 25 years as a Rural Canadian Developer Lindsay has become an expert in immigration and workforce development. She achieved her Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) designation in 2016, opening the doors to various pathways to attract workers and international students to study, work and live in Prairie communities. Her strategy of immigration was proven in 2024 when she assisted the Parkland Ukraine Family Fund to bring over 200 immigrants to the community of Dauphin, Manitoba in less than two years. Lindsay holds her designation as an Economic Developer of Canada and is a member of the Career Professionals of Canada. Leah MitchellLeah Mitchell is a Language Trainer, Workforce Development Consultant and the Canadian Advisor for EnGen. She provides language supports that help companies integrate and train their workforce effectively. -Leah Mitchell & Lindsay Rubeniuk

    Work at the Thompson Regional Airport
  5. 12/04/2025

    Discover Flin Flon

    In this episode, we head up north to chat with Becky Cianflone,  the Executive Director of Community Futures Greenstone, in Flin Flon, Manitoba! We discuss the strong community, affordable housing, and significant opportunities in northern sectors like critical minerals mining and healthcare.To Learn more about the community of Flint Flon, as well as Community Futures Manitoba, visit the links below;Community Futures Manitobahttps://cfmanitoba.ca/Flin Flonhttps://www.cityofflinflon.ca/Foran Mininghttps://foranmining.com/UCNhttps://ucn.ca/Want to apply to be on our podcast, or Interested in being a sponsor? Please email: moveruralcanada@gmail.comSign up for our newsletter. Get insider details and never miss an episode! Visit www.prairieskyenglish.caLindsay Rubeniuk After spending 25 years as a Rural Canadian Developer Lindsay has become an expert in immigration and workforce development. She achieved her Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) designation in 2016, opening the doors to various pathways to attract workers and international students to study, work and live in Prairie communities. Her strategy of immigration was proven in 2024 when she assisted the Parkland Ukraine Family Fund to bring over 200 immigrants to the community of Dauphin, Manitoba in less than two years.Lindsay holds her designation as an Economic Developer of Canada and is a member of the Career Professionals of Canada. Leah MitchellLeah Mitchell is a Language Trainer, Workforce Development Consultant and the Canadian Advisor for EnGen. She provides language supports that help companies integrate and train their workforce effectively.-Leah Mitchell & Lindsay Rubeniuk

    Discover Flin Flon
  6. 11/20/2025

    Rural Winter Living

    Winter is here! In this episode, we discuss how to be prepared for the winter seasons in the Canadian Prairies. Weather is clothing, what to expect, or remembering to plug in your car overnight, we've got you covered! Driving in the Winter https://www.caamanitoba.com/auto/learning/driving-safety-winter Warmers for Gloves https://www.amazon.ca/Little-Hotties-LittleHotties-HandWarmers-40pairs-Air-Activated-Warmers/dp/B07L2N1WCJ/ref=asc_df_B07L2N1WCJ?mcid=09a7b0cc723032158aed45983e47aa73&tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=706747096210&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11920822425351568242&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1002034&hvtargid=pla-587135327465&psc=1&hvocijid=11920822425351568242-B07L2N1WCJ-&hvexpln=0&gad_source=1 Winter Driving (MPI) https://www.mpi.mb.ca/winter-driving/ Want to apply to be on our podcast, or Interested in being a sponsor? Please email: moveruralcanada@gmail.com Sign up for our newsletter. Get insider details and never miss an episode! Visit www.prairieskyenglish.ca Lindsay Rubeniuk After spending 25 years as a Rural Canadian Developer Lindsay has become an expert in immigration and workforce development. She achieved her Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) designation in 2016, opening the doors to various pathways to attract workers and international students to study, work and live in Prairie communities. Her strategy of immigration was proven in 2024 when she assisted the Parkland Ukraine Family Fund to bring over 200 immigrants to the community of Dauphin, Manitoba in less than two years. Lindsay holds her designation as an Economic Developer of Canada and is a member of the Career Professionals of Canada. Leah Mitchell Leah Mitchell is a Language Trainer, Workforce Development Consultant and the Canadian Advisor for EnGen. She provides language supports that help companies integrate and train their workforce effectively. -Leah Mitchell & Lindsay Rubeniuk

    Rural Winter Living
  7. 11/06/2025

    Sault Ste Marie

    In this episode, we welcome Lackeisha Currie, the Labour Force Development coordinator of Sault Ste. Marie. We address common misconceptions about rural living and the definition of "rural," while we emphasize Sault Ste. Marie's extensive services and infrastructure.Lackeisha CurrieLabour Force Development CoordinatorIf you would like to learn more about Sault Ste. Marie, visit their official website: https://saultstemarie.ca/Sault Ste. Marie YMCAhttps://ssmymca.ca/Stacked Restauranthttps://www.stackedpancakehouse.ca/restaurant/sault-ste-marieWant to apply to be on our podcast, or Interested in being a sponsor? Please email: moveruralcanada@gmail.comSign up for our newsletter. Get insider details and never miss an episode! Visit www.prairieskyenglish.caLindsay Rubeniuk After spending 25 years as a Rural Canadian Developer Lindsay has become an expert in immigration and workforce development. She achieved her Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) designation in 2016, opening the doors to various pathways to attract workers and international students to study, work and live in Prairie communities. Her strategy of immigration was proven in 2024 when she assisted the Parkland Ukraine Family Fund to bring over 200 immigrants to the community of Dauphin, Manitoba in less than two years.Lindsay holds her designation as an Economic Developer of Canada and is a member of the Career Professionals of Canada. Leah MitchellLeah Mitchell is a Language Trainer, Workforce Development Consultant and the Canadian Advisor for EnGen. She provides language supports that help companies integrate and train their workforce effectively.-Leah Mitchell & Lindsay Rubeniuk

    Sault Ste Marie
  8. 10/23/2025

    Move To Morden

    In our 2nd episode of our 2nd season, we stay in Manitoba and chat with Jayson Dyck of Morden Manitoba! Jayson is the Economic Development Officer for the City of Morden, and has spent many years in the community. Join us as we discuss the benefits of small-town living, educational opportunities, and exceptional vocational training programs. Jayson DyckEconomic Development OfficerIf you want to learn more about the City of Morden, please visit their website: https://morden.ca/Minnewasta Golf & Country Clubhttps://www.golfminnewasta.com/Want to apply to be on our podcast, or Interested in being a sponsor? Please email: moveruralcanada@gmail.comSign up for our newsletter. Get insider details and never miss an episode! Visit www.prairieskyenglish.caLindsay Rubeniuk After spending 25 years as a Rural Canadian Developer Lindsay has become an expert in immigration and workforce development. She achieved her Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) designation in 2016, opening the doors to various pathways to attract workers and international students to study, work and live in Prairie communities. Her strategy of immigration was proven in 2024 when she assisted the Parkland Ukraine Family Fund to bring over 200 immigrants to the community of Dauphin, Manitoba in less than two years.Lindsay holds her designation as an Economic Developer of Canada and is a member of the Career Professionals of Canada. Leah MitchellLeah Mitchell is a Language Trainer, Workforce Development Consultant and the Canadian Advisor for EnGen. She provides language supports that help companies integrate and train their workforce effectively.-Leah Mitchell & Lindsay Rubeniuk

    Move To Morden

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Welcome to the Move Rural Canada Podcast, the show where we connect newcomers in Canada, to thriving businesses and communities in rural and Northern regions! Each episode we will interview a different Canadian company that is both looking to hire and is supportive of hiring newcomers. Join us as we uncover hidden opportunities and show why moving to rural and Northern Canada might be the best step for your future. Lindsay Rubeniuk After spending 25 years as a Rural Canadian Developer Lindsay has become an expert in immigration and workforce development. She holds her designation as an Economic Developer of Canada and is a member of the Career Professionals of Canada. Interested in relocating or assistance with immigration? Please email immigration@100meridian.ca. You can visit her website Here Leah Mitchell Leah Mitchell is a Workplace Language Consultant and the Canadian Advisor for EnGen.   She delivers language supports that help companies integrate and train their workforce effectively. You can reach her at prairieskyenglish@gmail.com