• Our Guest Is: Jorge Mora
    Jul 26 2023

    Our Guest Is introduces us to a resilient group of people typically grouped together under the term immigrants, but perhaps better described as entrepreneurs, community builders, and survivors.

    Today's episode features Jorge Mora, originally from Mexico and with an accounting background. He is dedicated to improving accessibility in all the provinces of Nova Scotia. Jorge's journey is driven by his passion for creating a more inclusive society, advocating for the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities. Through his work, he aims to break down barriers and raise awareness about the importance of accessibility in all aspects of life. His efforts inspire others to join the cause for a more equitable future.

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    38 mins
  • Our Guest Is: Christine Eruokwu
    Jun 28 2023

    Our Guest Is introduces us to a resilient group of people typically grouped together under the term immigrants, but perhaps better described as entrepreneurs, community builders, and survivors.

    On today's episode, we meet Christine Eruokwu, founder and owner of Kaima Designs, an African-inspired clothing brand that prioritizes poverty reduction through girl-child education and women empowerment initiatives in West Africa. Christine talks about her journey to New Brunswick as an international MBA student, her mission in starting Kaima Designs in 2017, and co-founding United Colours of Fashion (UCOF). Christine mentors international students, sits on the board of three non-profits in Saint John, and in 2023 she was named one of the Most Inspiring Immigrants in Atlantic Canada.

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    49 mins
  • Our Guest Is: Farhan Pir Muhammad
    Jun 14 2023

    Our Guest Is introduces us to a resilient group of people typically grouped together under the term immigrants, but perhaps better described as entrepreneurs, community builders, and survivors.

    On today’s episode, we meet Farhan Pir Muhammad, director of audit services at Emera. Farhan was awarded the 2021 HRM award for outstanding volunteer services, the 2022 Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Award and was named of the most inspiring immigrants in Atlantic Canada in 2023. He joined our podcast to talk about his family’s journey to Canada, his volunteer work, and what he hopes for his kid’s future in Atlantic Canada.

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    29 mins
  • Our Guest Is: Mohammad Al Masalma
    May 31 2023

    Our Guest Is introduces us to a resilient group of people typically grouped together under the term immigrants, but perhaps better described as entrepreneurs, community builders, and survivors.

    On today's episode, we meet Mohammad Al Masalma, founder and owner of Mosy Photography, one of the top 10 photography studios in Halifax. Mohammad tells us about his experience as a Syrian refugee, how moving to a place to he'd never even heard of before inspired him to give back to the community including through his work with ISANS, and his incredible journey as a self-taught photographer. In 2023, he was named one of the Most Inspiring Immigrants in Atlantic Canada.

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    33 mins
  • Our Guest Is: Rany Ibrahim
    May 17 2023

    Our Guest Is introduces us to a resilient group of people typically grouped together under the term immigrants, but perhaps better described as entrepreneurs, community builders, and survivors.

    On today’s episode, we meet Rany Ibrahim, director of Economic Development and Trade for the Government of Nova Scotia. He tells us about coming to Canada as a student, his decision to live as a “cosmopolitan Canadian,” and why he decided to stay in Halifax even after most of his friends chose to leave.

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    38 mins
  • Our Guest Is: Aris Hernandez
    May 3 2023

    Our Guest Is introduces us to a resilient group of people typically grouped together under the term immigrants, but perhaps better described as entrepreneurs, community builders, and survivors.

    On today’s episode, we meet Aris Hernandez, international student recruitment officer, university relations, Mount Saint Vincent University. He speaks about how moving here helped him feel safe about who he is, living an openly gay life, and building a “new family” here in Nova Scotia.

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    35 mins
  • Our Guest Is: Christine Qin Yang
    Apr 19 2023

    Our Guest Is introduces us to a resilient group of people typically grouped together under the term immigrants, but perhaps better described as entrepreneurs, community builders, and survivors.

    On today’s episode, we meet Christine Qin Yang, manager of Market Development, Nova Scotia Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture. She first appeared on the cover of My Halifax Experience Magazine and joined our podcast to talk about finding her first job here, the importance of mentors in finding your way in a new country, and working to make Halifax even better for other Asian immigrants.

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    27 mins
  • Our Guest Is: Ossama Nasrallah
    Apr 5 2023

    Our Guest Is introduces us to a resilient group of people typically grouped together under the term immigrants, but perhaps better described as entrepreneurs, community builders, and survivors.

    On today’s episode, we meet Ossama Nasrallah, former banker and now a serial entrepreneur. He describes the vast changes Halifax has undergone since he arrived. His growing ties to the waterfront, and the importance of Subway in his early political awakening.

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    36 mins