PGWP restrictions in Canada are costing newcomers jobs, and most don’t realize it until it’s too late. In this episode of Our Immigration Stories, I explain how these hidden conditions are affecting international graduates and work permit holders across Canada.You’ll also meet two incredible immigrants at different stages of their journey. Jillian, who just became a Canadian citizen, and Siyona, a PGWP holder with a refreshing mindset about permanent residency and purpose.This is for you if you're a PGWP holder, international student, or temporary resident trying to make sense of work, immigration changes, and your next move in Canada.🎥 Watch, comment, and let me know — what do you wish you knew before coming to Canada?If this video was helpful to you please HIT THE LIKE BUTTON.THANKS FOR WATCHING - REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE!LINKS YOU NEED!🔥 Join the Private Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course - https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultanthttps://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/aboutCHAPTERS0:00 - Dear Work Permit Holders & International Students in Canada1:38 - PGWP & Open Work Permit Restrictions That Can Cost You Your Job & PR10:53 - From India & Philippines - Why They Chose Canada - Their Immigration Journeys17:48 - From India to Canada - How did she prepare & apply to Study18:34 - She Thought about leaving Canada before becoming a Canadian Citizen21:55 - Mistakes International Students & Work Permit Holders are Making25:02 - Emotional Toll of the Immigration Journey30:19 - The Weather is Different in Different Canadian Cities31:02 - She Thought of Giving Up31:49 - How to Transition from School to the Canadian Workforce33:54 - Networking in Canada: Tips That Worked for Them38:39 - Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming to Canada44:55 - Words of advice to Canadian Immigrants#PGWP #WorkPermitCanada #CanadianImmigration #InternationalStudentsCanada #ImmigrantStories #OurImmigrationStories #CanadaPR #NewcomersCanada #AsToldByCanadianImmigrants

Struggling to find a job in Canada as a Canadian immigrant or international student? These practical networking tips helped me find jobs, community, and confidence. I’ll also be joined by a special guest known as the "Networking Queen" who built a $5 million referral-based business in Canada. If you’ve been wondering how to grow your network authentically, this is for you. Whether you're a recent Canadian immigrant, an international student, or moving to Canada in 2025, this episode is packed with insights on job search strategies, settling in Canada, social media networking, and more.LINKS YOU NEEDGet Dalene's Course - https://www.networkingnaturally.ca/online-course?am_id=kristina2205Send me an email to get your free 15 minutes after you get the course - astoldbycanadianimmigrants@gmail.comGet the Books - Amazon AffiliateAtomic Habits - https://amzn.to/3GDlscbNetworking Journal & Notebook - https://amzn.to/43bAxdG#NetworkingInCanada #CanadianImmigration #InternationalStudents #WorkPermitCanada #NewcomerSuccess #AsToldByCanadianImmigrants #DaleneAllenIf this video was helpful to you please HIT THE LIKE BUTTON.THANKS FOR WATCHING - REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE!LINKS YOU NEED!🔥 Join the Private Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course - https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultanthttps://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/aboutCHAPTERS0:00 - All My Jobs In Canada Came From Networking0:36 - Networking is the Secret to Immigrant Stress1:56 - Practical Networking Tips for Immigrants in Canada20:41 - Networking Expert - How to Network Naturally & Successfully35:21 - Common Networking Mistakes38:27 - Learn How to Network Naturally with this Course40:41 - Break - As Told By Experience43:09 - What we wish we knew before Canada - Advice for Newcomers to Canada

Immigrating to Canada isn’t just paperwork, it’s emotional.

In this episode, Kristina breaks down the silent struggle many newcomers face after landing: the anxiety, the uncertainty, and what no one talks about.👉 If you're an international student, work permit holder, or just feeling stuck in your immigration journey—this is for you.

Intro: (0:00)How are Canadian Immigrants Doing? : (1:14)Changes to Canadian Immigration Policy are not new: (5:06)Mental Health stigma: (8:15)Post-Immigration Stress Disorder: (14:03)How are Canadian Immigrants Struggling: (16:47)Uncertainty Caused by Immigration: (25:04)Get Help on Your Immigration journey: (30:29)Coping & Dealing with Immigration Stress: (33:05)What I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Canada: (43:09)#immigrationcanada #canadianimmigration #internationalstudentscanada #MentalHealthCanada #prcanada #studyincanada #ImmigrationAnxiety #NewcomersCanada #expressentry #workpermitcanada

🔥🔥 Join The Masterclass & Private Community - Navigating The New Landscape Of Canadian Immigration - reverse-engineer your success - https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about👉 Talk to an Immigration Consultant - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant🔗 Contact Kristina - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/contact📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about📘 - Get my book - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/the-canadian-immigrant-bookshop📺 - WATCH NEXXT - Our Immigration Stories - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2NgyeSqfo4wuN9oX4c_8h2UiTxU3Ztt8Big Thanks to DCSA Media Hub for hosting this 6 week series at Durham College. @riotradio