Discover insider secrets from top recruiters about the 2025 job market and learn what most job seekers don’t know. This podcast episode covers job market challenges, networking strategies, overcoming hiring biases, and how to break into competitive industries, especially for newcomers and immigrants in Canada. Get expert advice on resume tips, interview prep, and building your career in today’s brutal job market. Perfect for anyone serious about landing their next job!Connect with Jermaine:—-------------------------------LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jermainelmurray/Jupiter HR: https://jupiterhr.ca/—-------------------------------What You'll Learn:—------------------------------------------------00:00 - Intro02:32 - Career Shift: From Broadcasting to Recruitment08:06 - Supporting Immigrants in the Canadian Job Market09:37 - What are you seeing in the job market in Canada?11:37 - Addressing Bias and Representation in Tech13:10 - Jupiter HR: Coaching & Recruitment Platform20:10 - Realities of the Canadian Job Market Today26:52 - Effective Networking & Portfolio Building Tips29:38 - Job Search Timelines, Overcoming Comfort Zones34:54 - advice for new job seekers and end📌Connect with Kristina:—-----------------------------------------🔥 Join the Private Temporary Resident 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 Consultant:https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant📩 Join our free email list to stay connected:https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Blog: https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog🔹Twitter(X): https://x.com/AsImmigrants—---------------------------Share it with other aspiring Canadian immigrants who might be struggling with the same issues.

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We drove over 15 hours from Toronto to Thunder Bay to see if it’s worth moving to. In this special episode of As Told By Canadian Immigrants, we uncover what life in Thunder Bay, Northern Ontario is really like for newcomers to Canada.This comprehensive immigration documentary takes you inside Thunder Bay's reality. You'll discover why these immigrants chose Thunder Bay over Toronto, how they navigated work permit restrictions, and the networking strategies that actually work in smaller Canadian cities.We sat down with three incredible immigrant women to ask: Is Thunder Bay the right place to start your Canadian journey?You'll hear:- How a single line on a work permit blocked a job offer- Why community and networking are everything in Canada- The emotional weight of immigration and how to manage it- Real housing costs and rental challenges - Winter survival essentials (car plugs, tire changes, -42°C prep)- Professional licensing process for healthcare workers- Work permit restrictions nobody warns you about - Networking magic that turns strangers into community- Thunder Bay's 3 immigration programs (RNIP, REDI, Ontario PNP bonus points)Plus, we talk to former city councilor Frank Pullia and newcomer Eddie Lopez about growth, opportunity, and what Thunder Bay needs to do next to truly support immigrants.🎓 Filmed at Confederation College. Special thanks to Confederation College Staff and Students: Media Professor Eric Weller, Derrick Mattathil, Diego Campos, Alexandra Jones.👀 WATCH if you’re an international student, a skilled worker, or just wondering if Canada is still the dream.👇 Like, comment, and share this with someone on their immigration journey.📌Connect with Kristina:—-----------------------------------------🔥 Join the Private Temporary Resident 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 Consultant:https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant📩 Join our free email list to stay connected:https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Blog: https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog🔹Twitter(X): https://x.com/AsImmigrantsSupport Us: https://www.paypal.me/astoldbyCanadianWhat You'll Learn:—---------------------------------------------0:00 - Intro01:58 - Thunder Bay: First Impressions & Community Connections08:04 - Moving to Canada: Expectations vs. Reality13:06 - Process of Practicing as a Pharmacist in Canada15:06 - Work Permit Restrictions & Hurdles19:54 - Hannah Work Permit Journey22:43 - Importance of Networking for Immigrants27:23 - Building Community & Support Systems32:30 - What's one thing they wish they knew before coming to Canada?35:25 - Frank Pullia Journey to Canada40:35 - Thunder Bay’s growth plan and why immigration matters44:45 - Immigration Program: On paper Vs. Reality49:35 - Post‑Immigration Stress Disorder: mental health and resilience49:00 - Frank Tips for who want to move to Canada59:17 - Thunder Bay living: winter essentials and summer perks(Eddie)01:05:52 - Immigrant playbook: financial prep, mobility for roles, proving value to employers01:08:34 - Thunder Bay RCIP Details & Studying at Confederation College—---------------------------------------------Share this with other aspiring Canadian immigrants who might be struggling with the same issues.Legal DisclaimerAll content is for general info only and not immigration advice. Always consult a licensed Canadian immigration consultant or lawyer for guidance. We are not liable for any actions taken based on our content. Kristina is not a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant.Channel Disclaimer in About Section:@astoldbycanadianimmigrants

Former Canadian immigration lawyer Josh Schachnow, co-founder of an immigration application platform that help you prepare immigration applications faster than ever before, shares why the immigration system feels impossible today, and how AI & automation can save lawyers, consultants, and immigrants time, money, and frustration.

The Visto propriety immigration software and AI streamlines your application preparation, so you’re not wasting time on manual tasks.

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What You’ll Learn:

• Why hundreds of thousands of permits are expiring with nowhere to go,

• Pre-COVID vs Post-COVID immigration changes,

• The flood of 650,000+ international students annually,

• Why PR from outside Canada is nearly impossible now,

• The “immigration paradox”, solving shortages while creating new ones,

• How Visto.ai automates form-filling & legal research for immigration firms,

• Practical advice for solo immigration practitioners to grow & scale

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00:00 – Can Immigration Solve Labour Shortages?

03:17 – Josh’s Journey into Immigration Law

06:08 – Pre-COVID vs Post-COVID Immigration

12:26 – The Immigration Paradox Explained

16:52 – How AI & Automation Transform Immigration Practice

28:16 – Visto’s AI Legal Research Bot

31:52 – Advice for Solo Immigration Lawyers & Consultants

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The networking strategy that took Nadine from working 3 survival jobs as an international student in Canada to landing jobs at EY, PwC, and KPMG - Canada's biggest accounting firms. This isn't theory, it's the exact approach that broke through the "Canadian experience" barrier as an immigrant.Nadine reveals the networking framework that changed everything. If you're an immigrant struggling to break into Canadian corporate culture, this strategy will revolutionize your job search approach.Connect with Nadine Niba:—-------------------------------------------------------------------LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mankanadineInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mankanadineWebsite - https://nadineniba.com—-------------------------------------------------------------------Order Quarterback: An Immigrant's Guide to Corporate North America on Amazon:https://amzn.to/3U1AtbgAmazon AffiliateWhat You'll Learn:—------------------------------------------------00:00 - Intro02:43 - Why Canada? The Scholarship Story05:40 - The Transition Challenge10:59 - The Real Struggle in Life15:01 - Applying for Multiple Jobs For Survival17:15 - The Game Changer: Landing the Internship21:09 - 2015 Oil and Gas Crisis Impact22:28 - First Job Success & Networking28:37 - How She Helps People Through Consultancy30:23 - Quarterback: An Immigrant's Guide to Corporate North America32:14 - Job in Canada - Guide37:37 - Permanent Residency Journey40:21 - How to Find Her Book43:16 - Final Advice & Contact Information44:34 - Outro📌Connect with Kristina:—-----------------------------------------🔥 Join the Private Temporary Resident 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 Consultant:https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant📩 Join our free email list to stay connected:https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Blog: https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog🔹Twitter(X): https://x.com/AsImmigrants—----------------------------------------------------------------------Share it with other aspiring Canadian immigrants who might be struggling with the same issues.Legal DisclaimerWe make every effort to ensure quality information is available on this website. The information we share is for general information purposes only and does not, in any way, assess nor confirm an individual’s eligibility for Canadian immigration. Nothing presented on this website, on our YouTube channel, or any other platform we own, is to be used as professional advice or as a substitute for the advice of an immigration lawyer or consultant. Please seek advice from a qualified Canadian immigration Consultant and get appropriate professional advice specific to your situation before any action or decision is taken on the basis of any of the information we provide.​​Our community does not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred by use of or reliance on the information we provide on this website, YouTube or any other platform we own. We assume no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information.Anything that is said and information appearing on this site reflects an expression of the personal views, experiences, research, and opinions of the individuals speaking and have been prepared for the intended reference by interested individuals and is not intended to create an attorney/consultant-client communication. Kristina is not a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant.Support Us:https://www.paypal.me/astoldbyCanadianChannel Disclaimer in About Section:@astoldbycanadianimmigrantsAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

What do immigrants from Nigeria, India, Jamaica, the Philippines, Nepal, and across the Caribbean wish they knew before moving to Canada? In this powerful episode, newcomers and seasoned residents open up about the real shocks, hard lessons, and emotional truths of building a life in a new country.Whether you're preparing to study in Canada, start a new job, or reunite with family, this is the podcast every future immigrant needs to see.If you’re thinking about coming to Canada, or already here and wondering if you’re the only one struggling, this podcast will make you feel seen.🧡 Don’t forget to like, comment, and follow for more real stories from “As Told By Canadian Immigrants.”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📖 Get my Bookhttps://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/shop📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/aboutWHAT YOU WILL LEARN00:00 – What I Wish I Knew Before Coming to Canada00:54 – Why These Voices Matter01:25 – Don’t Lose Yourself in the Process01:44 – Big Sky, Uneven Ground02:17 – The Baggage You Can’t Check02:32 – My First ‘Canada Moment’03:38 – Winter is Not a Joke04:34 – School Life Shock04:58 – The False Sense of Safety05:38 – Everyone Mentions This One Word06:13 – The Credit System No One Preps You For07:41 – The Fun I Missed Out On08:10 – The Milk Bag Moment08:51 – Not the Job You Expected09:24 – Homework Before the Plane Ticket10:34 – This Isn’t the U.S.11:03 – A Word We All Feel: Overwhelmed11:33 – More Than a Career Move12:51 – You Deserve to Live Too13:13 – The Journey Only Begins at Arrival13:48 – Experience Doesn’t Always Translate14:19 – Starting Lower, Building Higher14:51 – Don’t Let the Dream Blind You

What they don't tell you about Canadian immigration: It's not just about getting a job - it's about rebuilding your entire identity. In this raw conversation, we dive deep into the real immigrant experience with the host of The Newcomers Podcast. From losing his mother in Nigeria to landing in Canada with a 4-year-old, this story reveals the hidden emotional costs of starting over. But more importantly, it shares the exact strategy that led to a job offer in just 4 weeks.This isn't another success story, it's an honest conversation about what it really means to be an immigrant, told by someone who interviews immigrants for a living. You'll learn practical job search strategies while understanding the emotional journey that nobody talks about.--------------------------------------------------Connect With Dozie & The Newcomers Podcast:—------------------------------------------------YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheNewcomersPodcastPodcast & Newsletters - https://thenewcomerspod.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dozieanyaegbunam/X (twitter) - https://x.com/DozieAnyaegbuna—------------------------------------------------What You'll Learn:—------------------------------------------------00:00 - Intro02:16 - Who is Dozie?04:45 - Leaving Nigeria06:50 - Applying through express entry as skilled workers11:25 - Adjusting to life in Canada with young family19:04 - Landing in Canada & Early Challenges25:56 - Starting The Newcomers Podcast and its purpose30:10 - What it means to be an immigrant33:35 - Myths about immigrants and diverse experiences41:46 - Leaving corporate life for full-time podcasting45:25 - Challenges and sacrifices of starting over48:38 - Advice for immigrants: belief and asking for helpThe Secret to Finding Jobs and Community as a Newcomer in Canada:—------------------------------------------------------https://youtu.be/vkPuMssDWBc?si=-1MR4Jyb5EjBtxid—-----------------------------------------------------📌Connect with Kristina:—-----------------------------------------------------🔥 Join the Private Temporary Resident 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/about🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Blog: https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog🔹Twitter(X): https://x.com/AsImmigrants—--------------------------------------------------Share it with other aspiring Canadian immigrants who might be struggling with the same issues.

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This Nigerian Engineer LEFT Canada for Silicon Valley (Worth It?)Are you considering leaving Canada for better opportunities? This Nigerian engineer's journey from Lagos to Toronto to Silicon Valley reveals the hidden realities of Canadian immigration and why tech talent is fleeing north.

Kelly Boy shares his complete 12-year immigration story - from emergency visa approval to permanent residency to Canadian citizenship - and explains his controversial decision to leave Canada for Silicon Valley. Discover the four critical factors that made him pack up and move south, plus his insider perspective on solving AI's biggest challenge: the energy crisis powering data centers.

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00:00 - Thrive not Survive

01:47 - Why Nigeria Led Kelly to Canada

07:19 - Express Entry Success Story

12:20 - Sponsoring Parents to Canada

14:00 - Co-op Programs

15:55 - Networking: The Career Game Changer

18:35 - The Decision to Leave Canada

28:42 - What Canada Could Do Better

33:36 - Biggest Career Advice

39:42 - New Life outside of Canada

43:00 - Final Advice for New Immigrants

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CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro01:25 - How I Paid to Study in Canada: From Jamaica to Canada05:00 - How You Can Afford to Study In Canada12:08 - Smooth College Admissions and Proof Of Funds for Canada Student Visa Applications 15:27 - Fast College Admissions Through Passage16:45 - Pairing Labor Shortages in Canada with Skilled Talents21:00 - Loans to Study in Canada for Trustworthy and Credible Student Talent23:24 - Maximizing Opportunities Amidst Canada Immigration Policy Changes27:23 - Educational Expansion: Evolving Network of Schools in Canada29:12 - Navigating Changes in Canada's Labour Needs32:43 - The Bridge to a Job out of School: Passage's Involvement in Work Transitions34:31 - A Vision for Worldwide Economic Immigration Support36:34 - LIVE Q&A Session38:25 - Words of Encouragement To Aspiring Immigrants