Our first Cultural Cafe at the Manitoba Museum was a success, thanks to the amazing panelist that shared their stories and to a great partnership with Manitoba Museum and Success Skills Centre. It was amazing to hear about the resilience of our panelist who underwent great upheavals in their life and still landed on their feet and smile. A huge thanks to our panelist (Kishor Modha - Wpg, Reuben Garang, Amna Burki & Bernardo Jorquera), @Manitoba Museum, @Success Skills Centre and Busisi our entertainer for the night.
#culturalcafe #migrantstories #NewcomersCanada #immigrants #storytelling
A mega thanks and shout out to our very own photographer @colincorneau
Come join us on May 5th and hear some inspiring reflections by a wonderful panel as they discuss the ties and losses from their homelands. #culturalcafe #MigrantStories #newcomerscanada #homeland @manitobamuseum @jamaicanassociationmb @namimanitoba @eccmstrongertogether @cbcnews @ipwinnipeg @gco_winnipeg
Name: Aireen Miaral
Current City: Winnipeg
Country of Origin: Philippines
#FIC #facesofimmigrationcanada #Facesofimmigration #newcomerscanada #immigrationcanada #Immigrant #Philippines @mfbcwpg @manitobafilipinostreetfestival
#Winnipeg @filipinojournal #photoblog
Name: Jude Gaal
Child of Migrant Parents
Parents Country of Origin: Hungary
Story: link in bio
#MigrantStories #childrenofmigrants #childrenofmigrantfamilies #childrenofmigrantparents #newcomers #newcomerscanada #canada
2022 came with its hurdles, but some of you went on to win some big races, conquered your highest mountains and emerged victors. May this new year (2023) be of peace, love, and many achievements to all! Happy New Year to you all from the Migrant Stories Canada team! #HappyNewYear
A Second Generation Purpose
Name: Ivan Alberto Valencia
Current City: Winnipeg, Manitoba
When I say my name with a Spanish accent, Latinos speak to me in Spanish right away. But, when I say my name with an English accent, people think I am Russian. When I am speaking and responding in Spanish, Latinos hear my accent and then they switch to speaking in English which sometimes is of low efficient because it is not their first language. They switch to English because they think that I will not understand them if they speak their native tongue. The struggle to fit in was always on my mind. It took a long time to realize what the answer was.
#childrenofmigrantfamilies
#childrenofmigrants #childrenofmigrantparents
#MigrantStories #canada
Merry Christmas to all that are celebrating. May this festive season be filled with love and joy. Thank you for being part of of the Migrant Stories Canada family! #christmas2022 #migrantstories #newcomerstories #winter #festiveseason #merrychristmas2022
Amjad Ayash: We came to Canada as refugees. Life here is better, and our lives have changed for the better. I got a job within two months of our arrival. I was a welder back home, and now I am a maintenance worker.
#MigrantStories #newcomerscanada #refugeeswelcome #refugees #facesofimmigration #facesofimmigrationcanada #FIC #photoblog #canada
"I was in shock when I held my dead baby boy who was killed in the bombing in Syria. I did not cry, and for over ten years, I have not cried. I want to cry; I am still grieving for my son." - Yosra Ayash
#warinsyria #forcedtoflee #migrantstories #refugees #Facesofimmigration #FIC #grief #separation #trauma #syria #canada #facesofimmigrationcanada #photoblog
The Ayash Family from Syria
We moved to Canada because of the Syrian war. We lost our five-year-old son in a school bombing in Syria between the government forces and the people. Four people lost their lives in the bombing, including our son. We ran to Jordan, where we lived for seven years. Life in Jordan was very hard.
#MigrantStories #Facesofimmigration #facesofimmigrationcanada #FIC #Photoblog #newcomerstories #refugeesarewelcome
Name: Khalida and Naji Abas Country of Origin: Iraq
Life in Canada is better than back home due to the war in Iraq. Life for our children here is healthier and safer, and our children will be able to go to school.
#Canada #MigrantStories #Facesofimmigration #FIC #photoblog #refugees #refugeesarewelcome #facesofimmigrationcanada
A huge thanks to Renèe Rodgers at CTV News Winnipeg for having us today to talk about our Walk for a Cause from Emerson to Winnipeg fundraiser.
Ruvimbo Chimutsa and I are so grateful for the support we have been given. The Grace & Nelly Project Inc. #WalkForACause #fromemmersontowinnipeg #migrantstories #endperiodpoverty
Day three – our final day was very challenging (physically & mentally).
We started off with some good laughs, music, and dancing, with our eyes on the target. The further we walked, the harder it became as our legs began to cramp and the aches from previous days returned. The good thing about walking as a pair is that we could lean on each other whenever it felt like it was too much. We held hands during the hardest moments and comforted each other when we almost burst into tears.
This by far was the hardest thing I have ever done. But I do not regret a single moment. There reached a point when I almost quit but the thought of quitting was very disappointing.
We pushed on and took as many breaks as needed. We distracted ourselves from the pain with music and chatting about our youth. The moment we reached the "Welcome to Winnipeg" sign, I almost burst out crying! We had finally made it to Winnipeg and completed our goal of walking from Emerson to Winnipeg.
This journey has fulfilled a dream I have had for over three years. We walked through rain, sunshine, and rainbows but we kept our hope alive.
We set out on this walk to raise awareness and raise money for both Migrant Stories and The Grace & Nelly Project (G&N). Although we did not reach our fundraising goal, we learned many life lessons, became closer and spread the word about period poverty and the value of migrant stories. We came out of this walk victorious and more determined than ever.
We want to thank our friends and families who helped us through this journey, and our supporters for the generous donations. A huge thank you to Marion Warkotsch & Florian, and Maureen Gathogo for waking up before the sun rose and driving us to our starting points.
#fromemmersontowinnipeg #migrantstories #periodpoverty #fundraiserwalk #WalkForACause #emerson2winnipeg
We are starting out on our 3rd day, and we are feeling excited to see the finish line. #fromemmersontowinnipeg #fundraiserwalk #periodpoverty #migrantstories #walkforacause
@graceandnellyproj @ruvimbochimutsa ... A big shout out to our driver today @ohreena7
Today was a challenging day. We got through it out of sheer stubbornness! We sang and danced down the highway, and most importantly we raised awareness about period poverty and the importance of migrant voices. We are going to bed sore, happy and super proud 💪🏾💪🏾#fromemmersontowinnipeg #friendship #walkforacause #periodpoverty #migrantstories
Day 2 Update: We had a slow start but, we are almost halfway through our target. We had a few hurdles but, we are slow, steady & safe. #fromemmersontowinnipeg #fundraiserwalk
#migrantstories #period poverty @ruvimbochimutsa @graceandnellyproj @mac_imma
Day 2! Both @ruvimbochimutsa and I woke up a little sore and tired but were greeted by this rainbow as if to say “it will be okay, you got this!”. We are even more determined than yesterday and looking forward to the day. We know it’s going to be a long and hard day but we could not be happier!
Day one of our fundraiser has ended and if I am to say, we did good today!
The day was mentally challenging and legs a bit tired.
Something for you to ponder over - if we only walked 40 kms and we were this tired (feet, legs, and mentally), imagine the young girls and boys, and families that walk much longer distance seeking safety. How about the young girls who walk miles and only to miss school because of no access to sanitary pads!! @graceandnellyproj @ruvimbochimutsa @mac_imma
A big thank you to our 2 RCMP officers for checking on us to make sure we are are ok and safe #fundraiserwalk #emerson2winnipeg @GraceandNelly @ruvimbochimutsa
Photo update ... we are doing great!
Today is Canada’s second annual Truth and Reconciliation Day. It’s a time to reflect on the legacy of residential schools... We should seek to do better, to be better and honour survivors, their families and communities. #TRC2022 #TruthAndReconciliation #everychildmatters🧡
Hi All,
Unfortunately, we will not be able to do the walk this week as planned. Due to health reasons, we will need to postpone our walk fundraiser. We are still keen to walk and raise awareness around period poverty and the elevation of migrant stories. We have tentatively scheduled a new walk for October 1-3, 2022. Should anything change, we will keep you all posted.
We thank you for your continued support.
If you haven't supported us yet and would like to, please click on the link, we are more than grateful: link in the bio
Regards,
Immaculate and Ruvimbo
Persian dancers at the Welcome Fair and Multiculturalism Day Celebration organized by @ipwinnipeg @eccmstrongertogether
@mansomanitoba @cityofwinnipegofficial
@ircominc @mbmosaic
@needs_winnipeg @immigrantcentremb @volunteermanitoba and many more.
📸 @colincorneau - our own #wizardofphotography
#facesofimmigration #newcomers #refugees #refugeeswelcome #newcomerscanada #immigrantswelcome #Multiculturalism #Multiculturalismday #Winnipeg #FIC #facesofimmigrationcanada
Raymond Ngarboui at the Welcome Fair and Multiculturalism Day Celebration organized by @ipwinnipeg @eccmstrongertogether
@mansomanitoba @cityofwinnipegofficial
@ircominc @mbmosaic
@needs_winnipeg @immigrantcentremb @volunteermanitoba and many more.
📸 @colincorneau - our own #wizardofphotography
#facesofimmigration #newcomers #refugees #refugeeswelcome #newcomerscanada #immigrantswelcome #Multiculturalism #Multiculturalismday #Winnipeg #FIC #facesofimmigrationcanada
Dancer with the Braxa Persian Dance Group at the Welcome Fair and Multiculturalism Day Celebration organized by @ipwinnipeg @eccmstrongertogether
@mansomanitoba @cityofwinnipegofficial
@ircominc @mbmosaic
@needs_winnipeg @immigrantcentremb @volunteermanitoba and many more.
📸 @colincorneau - our own #wizardofphotography
#facesofimmigration #newcomers #refugees #refugeeswelcome #newcomerscanada #immigrantswelcome #Multiculturalism #Multiculturalismday #Winnipeg #FIC #facesofimmigrationcanada
Ukrainian dancer from the Rossdale Ukrainian Dancers at the Welcome Fair and Multiculturalism Day Celebration organized by @ipwinnipeg @eccmstrongertogether
@mansomanitoba @cityofwinnipegofficial
@ircominc @mbmosaic
@needs_winnipeg @immigrantcentremb @volunteermanitoba and many more.
📸 @colincorneau - our own #wizardofphotography
#facesofimmigration #newcomers #refugees #refugeeswelcome #newcomerscanada #immigrantswelcome #Multiculturalism #Multiculturalismday #Winnipeg #FIC #facesofimmigrationcanada
It’s World Refugee Day today.
This year's theme is the ‘Right to Seek Safety.’ Through this theme, the UN aims to educate people about the rights of refugees seeking safe space for themselves and their families.
Today, we honour refugees around the globe!
We want to ask our audience whether you know what it means to be a refugee, and how is a refugee different from an asylum seeker or migrant?
#worldrefugeeday #refugee #migrant
#WorldRefugeeDay2022 #refugees #refugeeday #internaldisplacement #humanrightsabuses #climatechange #violence #un #refugees
Name: Tsungai Muvingi
Country of Origin: Zimbabwe
I coped through the #covid_19 pandemic by exercising outdoors more. But the biggest thing that helped with connectivity were virtual calls, dinners and games with family and friends.
The hardest thing I struggled with during the pandemic was not seeing people in person. Couldn't just drop by or meet up with people which is part of my cultural upbringing.
#facesofimmigration #facesofimmigrationcanada #FIC #newcomers #immigrants #Migrantstories #mental health #isolation #covid19 #Canada #zimbabwe #photoblog #photofeature #zimbabweansincanada
"Africa has her mysteries, & even a wise man can't understand them. But, a wise man respects then." - Miriam Makemba
#HappyAfricaDay #AfricaDay2022 #Afrika
Name: Habsan Ali
Country: Somalia
In Canada, I love safety here because there was a civil war in Somalia but, I miss Somalian food, and the generosity of the people back home.
#facesofimmigration #FIC #photoblog
#facesofimmigrationcanada #newcomers #immigrants #refugees #refugeesarewelcome #Somalia #somalisincanada
Friends, we have something exciting to share!
@graceandnellyproj & @stories_migran are organizing a fundraiser. Help us raise funds for 2 amazing projects.
For more information read here👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾
Sharable Link: https://gofund.me/a57761a2 (this link is in bio)
#walkforacause #migrantstories
#fundraising
#fundraiser
Backstory inspiration:
We have all seen or heard of people crossing borders seeking safety or a better life. Many people have walked miles and miles in the hope of a better life for their children. The Migrant Stories has had many opportunities of hearing such stories of sacrifice, flight, endurance, courage, and hope. We are now putting ourselves in the shoes of many people who are forced to flee like the Patel family who unfortunately froze to death, like the many refugees fleeing Ukraine, Sudan, and Syria. This is also a call for people to be more understanding of newcomers to Canada, and to be more welcoming, and kind to one another.
Warmest thoughts to you and your family on this holiday. Happy Easter to everyone celebrating from the Migrant Stories Team! #Easter #EasterWeekend #Easter2022 #HappyEaster
Ramadan Kareem to all our muslim families and friendsobserving this holy month!
May this Ramadan bring lots of happiness, prosperity, and togetherness for you and your family.
Ramadan Mubarak to you all.
#ramadankareem2022
#ramadanmubarak🌙
#ramadanmubarak
NEW STORY 📢 📢 📢
Link in Bio✅️
When I arrived in Canada I would call “cookies” “biscuits” and had get used to it being called cookies. @UofM
@sdgyouthambassadors
@romania @drccongo
@greece.traveling
#migrantstories #newcomers #successstories #womenofcolour #immigrationmatters #immigrants #DRC #Congo #Romania #Greece #Ottawa #Canada #UNYouthAssembly #YouthAssemblyProgram
Name: Oluwaseyi Ojo
Country of Origin: Nigeria
Current City: Winnipeg
Occupation: Senior Financial Analyst
📸 @colincorneau - our amazing photographer
#Photoblog #facesofimmigrationcanada #facesofimmigration #newcomers #immigrants #Nigeria #Canada #successstories #migrantstories #nigeriansindiaspora #nigeriansinmanitoba
@namimanitoba
Name: Reem Younes
Country of Origin: Syria
Current City: Winnipeg
Having our citizenship means home, freedom, rights, responsibilities, safety, and security. Canada is a country where everything is possible if you work hard on it.
📸 @colincorneau - our photographer genius #wizardofphotography
#FIC #facesofimmigrationcanada #photoblog #migrantstories #successstories #newcomers #canada #winnipeg #syria #newcomers #refugees #refugeeswelcome
@immigrantcentremb
@mccpeace
NEW POST ALERT!
Name: Laszlo Gaal
Country of Origin: Hungary
Current City: Windsor, Ontario
I moved to Canada on January 15th 1957 arriving Halifax port on the ship Columbia from France. I moved to escape communism and as I participated in the Hungarian Revolution of 1956 I would have been jailed.
Click on the link to read full story
#migrantstories #newcomers #refugees #refugeesarewelcome #Canada #Hungary #sucessstories #immigration
Are you passionate about immigration, immigrants / newcomers to Canada and other social causes? Come Join Our Team!
We are looking for a volunteer podcaster and a Communications & Content Management Associate. Minimal hours required.
Please share with your networks!
It is always hard for newcomers to go back home when they lose their loved ones but, it has been even harder during this pandemic period.
#migrantstories #stories #immigrants #successful stories #integration #WInnipeg #Manitoba #Canada #zimbabwe #entrepreneurlife #founder of #grace&nellyproject #homesickness #familyseparation
#migrantstories #stories #immigrants #successful stories #integration #WInnipeg #Manitoba #Canada #poet
#migrantstories #newcomers #canada #successstories #winnipeg #canada🇨🇦 #immigrants #internationalstudents #family #homesickness #uganda #zimbabwe
#Canada has granted me the freedom to explore my potential and evaluate my challenges daily. {Link in bio for full story} #malaysia #immigrants #newcomers #migrantstories #successstories #music #migrantentrepreneurs #immigrationcanada @citimmcanada @markus_chambers
Name: Mahmudur Bhuiyan
Country of Origin: Bangladesh
Once almost fully unrelated and irrelevant, Canada is now an integral part of my present and future. As a sociologist by training, I can imagine how my current relationship with Canada shapes and will continue to shape my life experiences and the lives of my future generations. It was in 2002 that I came to this country as an international student to pursue an MA degree at the University of Manitoba. Honestly, it could be a different country as I was seeking admission in the US and British universities too. Once I have come to this country, it has now become a part of my existence.
At school, I have found so many professors who are not only professionally excellent, they are very generous, supportive, and kind-hearted individuals. When I came here, I was 26 years old bachelor with almost no local social connections. The school was also the source of my psychological support. After finishing my MA in Political Studies, I decided to pursue a Ph.D. from the same University. This time I decided to do it in Sociology. I got married in 2005 and my wife joined me here in 2006. We have two kids now. We became immigrants in 2010 and citizens in 2014. We cherish Canada in our hearts. Our well-being and prospects are centered around the well-being of the country itself. I think and assess my role in my profession and engagement in the community in light of this perspective. This is the country where my children and coming generations will grow and live and connect their national identities.
I acknowledge that this country is the historic homeland of the Indigenous population. I am thankful to those who contributed to the growth and flourishing of the country economically and culturally, making it one of the best countries to live in. I am aware that this is my time to do my part to make the country a better place to live for generations to come.
For a full post, check our Facebook page: Migrant Stories Canada
📸 @colincorneau - our photographer genius #wizardofphotography
#FIC #facesofimmigrationcanada #photoblog #migrantstories #successstories #newcomers #canada #winnipeg #bangladesh
Happy New Year!!!
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year!
Thank you for being with us through 2021, let's make the best of 2022 with encouragement, hope, and love.
#HappyNewYear #happynewyear2022 #2022ready #2022 #2022goals
Happy Holidays everyone and the best for the New Year! Stay Healthy, Safe, and Strong! #christmas2021 #happyholidays #peaceandlove
September 30, 2021 marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Today, we honour the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families & communities.
#ndtr #truthandreconciliation #everychildmatters🧡 #indigenous #indigenouscommunities
Sharing: 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾
Attention Community and Partners!
This week, @immigrantcentremb will be co-hosting a virtual learning event with @mountcarmelwpg where staff and elders will share stories and reflections about Orange Shirt Day.
The virtual session will be Sept 28, from 3:30-4:30pm. Please contact Harouna at hsamura@icmanitoba.com to register.
📢 New PSA 📢
Please share widely!
#migrantstories #newcomers #canadaimmigration #Canada #successstories Faces of Immigration photoblog
The Migrant Stories Canada would like to wish all Canadians a happy Multiculturalism Day! We are proud and appreciate the wealth, and diversity of our great country. Let us affirm our commitment to democracy, equality, and mutual respect. #multiculturalismday #multiculturalismdaycanada #diversity #inclusion #equality #respect #Canada
Happy #nationalindigenousday
Photo from: @mamabearclan_
I love Africa because she has a SOUL & her soul is in mine. I was born in the African continent and Africa is a part of me and is who I am - my heritage. Africa is home.
How about you, why do you love Africa? & What do you love most about Africa?
Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim brothers and sisters. Wishing you all a blessed Eid! #eidmubarak #eidmubarak2021 #eid2021
Faces of Immigration in Canada Continues 🙌
Featured: Magaly Guzman de Diaz
Being an immigrant is not easy for anybody, but it would be harder for many. Always, there are factors either pushing you or making you to leave your native land.
My husband and I made the decision to migrate to Canada in 1998 with our three children. We submitted all the paper work requested by the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program and received our Permanent Resident (PR) visas on August 9, 2000. We left Venezuela August 11, 2000 and arrived in Winnipeg August 12, 2000.
My husband and I had university degrees as Certified Accountants from Venezuela. I have a Master’s in Business (MBA) from U.S.A. After one month of arriving in Winnipeg, my husband started working in a grocery store as a restocking worker. I started as a customer service representative at a call centre three months after our arrival. To us, it was only the beginning of a new life in Canada. My husband used to say: “We set the boat on fire, as some Spaniards did after arriving to the new world; therefore, we have no means to go back. We are here to stay and to succeed.”
We worked and raised our children. I built up my professional career in Canada from a customer service representative to a Director of Finance. Our children experienced strong anxieties and traumas at the beginning and I believe they are over most of them by now. They studied, married, had children and we all are Canadian citizens living in the best world blessed by God.
What does Canada mean to me?
Canada means HOME, where my children live, where my grandchildren were born and where I will be put to rest alongside my late husband. I believe in that familiar phrase “HOME is where your heart is.” My heart is and will stop beating in Canada if that is God’s plan. But I am also proud and thankful to God for my native land Venezuela.
There is another phrase “Having the best of both worlds.” I believe that you can have the best of both worlds, but not at the same time.
📸 @colincorneau - our photographer genius #wizardofphotography
#FIC #facesofimmigrationcanada #photoblog #migrantstories #successstories #venezuela #newcomers #canada #winnipeg
Ramadan Mubarak to all our families and friends observing the holy month!
We wish you all a blissful Ramadan 2021. May the Almighty Allah shine upon you and your families always! #JummahMubarak #ramadanmubarak
#ramadan
My exploring today brought me to this beautiful sculpture.
#educationisthenewbison – or “Chi-kishkayhitamihk si te li neu Biizon” – by artist Val Vint is a 12-foot piece in the shape of a bison.
It is constructed out of 200 steel replicas of books and other articles by Indigenous authors and allies.
Seen it again through my #urbanhikes
Val Vint is of Cree, Ojibwa, Métis, African-American and Caucasian ancestry ❤
Enjoy your weekend all 🙏🏾
Wishing you all a blessed and fun-filled Easter Holiday!
This is amazing news for our Sumegha! This wonderful human is doing great things and definitely a positive influence to those around her and in business 💯 Congratulations @sumeghagupta_
#Repost @nsdtechinc
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We at NSD Tech Inc. are so excited and honoured that our President and Founder, Sumegha Gupta, has been nominated for the 2022 Women of Influence @rbc Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award!
Sumegha has been a tireless advocate of Women in STEM and has broken so many glass ceilings of her own. She is our fearless leader and inspiration to many.
We wish her good luck and to all the awesome women who have been nominated!
#entrepreneur #diversity #tech #womenleaders #awards #womenofinfluence #RBC #migrantstories #newcomers #immigrationmatters #successstories
Last year, we had the opportunity of having @jenchen_wpg photographed by our amazing photographer @colincorneau for our Faces of Immigration in Canada Photoblog. Yesterday, Jennifer organized an impactful rally 'Winnipeg Stop Asian Hate Rally.'
During this pandemic we have seen an increase in Asian hate and racism and people such as Jennifer are very instrumental in voicing such issues that affect our Asian communities in Canada.
#FIC #facesofimmigrationcanada
#stopasianhate #asiansincanada #migrantstories #diversityandinclusion #canada #winnipeg
We are super excited for our next conversation. The Migrant Stories is hosting Vahid Yadafkan and Pegah Ameli from @pizzalafarina on Sunday, March 29th at Noon on Facebook Live: Migrant Stories Canada
#businessowners #entrepreneurs #iran #successstories #migrantstories #newcomers #immigrationmatters
Happy Wednesday all!
Today, we have tripled the excitement for our next video segments. We are hosting three amazing women Roselyn Advincula, Emmy Bacani- Tipan, and Malou Josue this Sunday at 12:00 Noon CST. All these amazing ladies come from the Filipino community and we can't wait for some fun, interesting, and informative conversation. We hope to see you then!
#migrantstories #successstories #Philippines #newcomers #canada @roselynadv #filipino #winnipeg #manitoba #communityengagement
Happy #internationalwomensday to all our wonderful women in our lives and supporters. Today we specially celebrate you for your love, support, achievements, and zeal to make our world a better place everyday 🙌🙏🏾
I had the honour of sitting down with EUStartGees last year. This was such a great opportunity for me to talk about the Migrant Stories Canada and a little bit of my journey. Thanks EUStartGees for recognizing the Migrant Stories Canada and what we are trying to do here 👏🙏🏾
#Repost @eustartgees
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Welcome to Episode #12 of our Brave Entrepreneurs Series ! Let us introduce you to Immaculate Nabisere 🤩🎤
Immaculate strives to make a difference in the lives of current and future migrants through her organisation Migrant Stories Canada. It is a platform for newcomers to Canada to share their journeys and experiences while celebrating success stories. This platform was created as a strategy of promoting stories while responding to the challenges and opportunities newcomers encounter at both individual and systemic levels in Canada.
Most people who are coming to a new country for a better future will encounter some barriers! Those will take some time and resilience to overcome and make their dream a reality. What does it take to solve these sort of complex challenges?
The inspiring guest of today’s episode may provide a clue!
When Immaculate is asked about the way she’s helping to reimagine the future for migrants, those three key themes emerge - kindness, curiosity and inclusivity! How?
🎧 Listen now! Link in bio for full podcast.
#EUStartGees #BraveEntrepreneurs #EmpoweredRefugees #migrantentrepreneurs #entrepreneurialjourney #startupdrama
#migrantstories #newcomers #canada #internationalstudents
Hi all, We hope you are keeping safe and warm!
We are excited - our third conversation is coming up soon and this time around, we have the opportunity to host two Brandon University graduates Fobete Ngoh and @subiazim on Monday, February 15th at 7pm. We hope to see you then!
#internationalstudents #permanentresidents #employment
#immigration #immigrationcanada
As we celebrate Black History Month, Let us recognize and celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of the trailblazers within the Black community who have paved the way for us and our children!
This year's theme is: “The Future is Now." - a chance to celebrate and acknowledge the transformative work that Black Canadians and their communities are doing now.
#blackhistorymonth #thefutureisnow #trailblazers #blackcanadians #blackcommunity
Did you miss our conversation?
Click on the link in the bio to catch our chat with Reuben Garang.
Hi guys, exciting news!
Did you miss our first conversation?
Join us this Sunday as we host Reuben Garang, one of the lost boys of Sudan, talking about his life, journey, and experiences from Sudan to Canada.
Please share and join us on Sunday at 11am at Migrant Stories Canada
#migrantstories #successstories #lostboys #lostboysofsudan #refugees #canada #sudan #migrantstoriesletstalk
Name: Heba Abd El Hamid
Country of Origin: #kuwait
Current City: Winnipeg
My experiences in Canada as an ‘immigrant woman’ have been both positive and negative. Positive because Canada is a liberal nation that respects women’s roles and freedom more often than other countries which have provided me with the ability to grow: economically, academically, and professionally without direct constraints or opposition concerning my gender. Concurrently, the negative experiences flourish from these subconscious ideas that immigrant women should not have the same liberties or opportunities that Caucasian women do. At the workplace or in social interactions, I am often ignored, and my skills are neglected because of the instilled ideas that I should be silent and at home. While these questions are often not verbalized, I know it is because I am a woman of colour. Unfortunately, as a woman of colour, I believe I have had to work harder and play into gender politics to attain basic goals. As a woman of colour who is fluent in English and has numerous privileges, I use my voice to advocate for other women of colour; I believe that the only way we will be able to succeed is by raising one another.
📸 @colincorneau
#FIC #facesofimmigrationcanada #photoblog #photography #wizardofphotography #migrantstories #newcomers #successstories #womenofcolour #immigrationmatters #immigrants
Join us on the @stories_migrant Facebook page for a live interview with President and Founder of @graceandnellyproj - @ruvimbochimutsa on Sunday, January 17 at 11 am CT to learn more about Ruvimbo, Grace and Nelly, and their plans for the future!
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#Repost @graceandnellyproj
We are excited to share our new logo!
This beautiful logo was designed by the amazing @nsdtechinc , the team of our local I.T superheroes.
#ITSuperheroes #IT #migrantstories #newcomers #newlogo
#2020 has been a challenging year for us all. But, we are grateful for your friendship and support. We look forward to our continued #friendship, #support, and #partnerships in the years to come.
Happy New Year to You All, and Stay Safe!
#HappyNewYear2021 #StaySafe #hopeforthebest
Happy Holidays everyone and stay safe!
#christmas #christmas2020 #happyholidays #staywarmandsafe
Name: Roselyn Advincula
Country of Origin: Philippines 🇵🇭
As an #Immigrant, my heart is full of gratitude to Canada. Being here, gave me and my family an opportunity to start anew. I feel welcomed and loved in here. I am given the chance to learn new things that I never knew before. I am given the chance to also give back and serve the community in the best and littlest way I can. I am happy to be here and will always have my heart and hand open to those who needs help.
#phillipines #photoblog #migrantstories #facesofimmigrationcanada #immigrationmatters #newcomers #successstories
📸 @colincorneau #photography #wizardofphotography #Winnipeg #Manitoba #Canada
November 25th is #internationaldayfortheeliminationofviolenceagainstwomen
More acts of violence to women and girls have been reported during the pandemic due to isolation.
Let us continue to spread the awareness and protect people from gender-based violence
"Nothing comes easy, but if you work hard you can achieve what you want. You have to put your mind on what you want to do, and work toward achieving your goal, follow your dreams." - Anaida Deti
For full story: Link in Bio
#migrantstories #newcomers #successstories #immigrationmatters #immigrants #canadaimmigration #dental @dentalx.ca #amazingjourneys
Lest We Forget
#remembranceday2020 #lestweforget🌹 #canadaremembers #weremember
Name: Claudia Orellana
Country of Origin: El Salvaodor.
I Came to canada 6 years ago from El Salvaodor. I felt in love with the beautiful scenery from all the places I have been living in such as Montral, Quebec, Ottawa, Toronto, and Winnipeg. I had great experience, but most of all in love with the kindness of people from all over the world and the feeling of freedom and peace.
I moved to Winnipeg in 2018 from Toronto. I have been active in my community as a volunteer, a fulltime worker, and a fine artist in oil painting.
To all those seeking new adventures, opportunities, or following their dreams like I did, Canada will be a welcoming home . All immigrants have their dreams and stories to tell. I would like to encourage every one of you to keep your dream alive.
#facesofimmigrationcanada #photoblog #facesofimmigration #immigrationmatters #immigration #immigrants #newcomers #canada #successstories #elsalvador
📸 @colincorneau
#photography #winnipeg #photo #portraitphotographer #wizardofphotography
People in Brandon and neighboring areas check out @auroraprojectconsulting funded through IRCC, their services are free for permanent residents. Unfortunately, due to the strict guidelines of the current grant they are funded by, they currently can't provide services to Canadian citizens.
Anyone who has any questions is welcome to contact them at (204) 717-7555 or info@aurora-project.ca. If you have any media or marketing questions, feel free to contact Stephanie, at (204) 717-7555 ext. 3 or stephanie@aurora-project.ca.
Also, check out their website: https://t.co/EY1JH97CH1
Name: Nadia Wera
Country of Origin: Kenya
Canada is a place I came to build my legacy. I learnt new cultures, explored my interests & followed my passion to became an entrepreneur. I call Canada the land of opportunity. A place where you can reach out find resources to become whoever you want to be.
Today, myself alongside a group of young & bright individuals, we run a black hair enterprise called @the_hairbru This was not always the plan - I come from a place where education is everything. From the time I was born, I was to go to school, get good an education, get that job, become a wife, & start a family. Not that it is a bad plan but, I yearned to try something new & break barriers as a woman of color.
After university, I got a good job & I immersed myself more into my new surroundings. It was not always easy; I knew I had to work double & hard to get just half the progress of my peers. I found myself in meetings or circles where I was the only woman of color. I learnt how to adapt by speaking the language, walking the walk, wearing the suits. I was not satisfied with my career path until one day, I made a decision to leave.
In June 2004, I had my first experience with hair industry in Canada, it came from an Asian lady who owned a hair salon on portage ave. I wanted to get my afro hair washed & styled. As soon as I walked into the hair salon on Portage avenue, all eyes were on me. I did not see color but, the owner along with the others did; they asked me if I was lost. She waved me off at my asking to take care of my hair. I realized Winnipeg had a gap for hair services for the black community.
In the summer of 2018, I became self-employed. I looked for loans, grants, subsidies that could assist me. Day by day, I found purpose in the work I was doing. Right now, we are having a few pop-up shops & teaching classes, custom wig creations, an endless list of beautiful braids, & being in charge of hair in a movie film all in a short time. It is so surreal! Today, Hairbru happily employs five staff coming from all different backgrounds. #migrantstories #photoblog #Winnipeg #canadaimmigration #facesofimmigration #independentwoman 📸 @colincorneau
Name: Valeria Castellanos
Country of Origin: Mexico
I came to Canada in 2009. One of the most meaningful moments in my life as an immigrant to Canada was when I finalized my permanent residence process. After finishing my paperwork, a Government employee said “welcome to Canada. Your rights as a woman are protected here. You can freely choose your career and profession.” Not only is this true; it is an integral element of what Canada is – we, as women, are free, protected, and empowered to become who we want to be. Working in the settlement sector, I have witnessed many immigrant and refugee women start from scratch – sometimes without speaking English fluently – and become successful professionals, business owners, and/or pillars of their community. It fills my heart whenever I run into a former client or EAL student, and they let me know how well they are doing, how they’ve taken a bit of opportunity and turned it into a mountain of achievement.
What about myself? Well, to me, Canada means diversity, multiculturalism, equal opportunity for anyone willing to work hard. But, more importantly, Canada to me means safety. I am finally home.
#facesofimmigrationcanada #facesofimmigration #photoblog #migrantstories #canada #featureoftheday
📸 @colincorneau - Winnipeg's finest #photographer #winnipeg #photography #photofeature
Name: Markus Chambers
Country of Origin: Jamaica
While I wasn’t born in Canada I did come here at a very early age, and essentially have grown up in Winnipeg. Throughout my early years, and into my adult years I have always tried to live to the values that my parents instilled in me and my siblings which is to treat people the way you want to be treated. I try to extend this philosophy without reservation.
Growing up in Canada in the last several decades, have not been without challenge. I have never been a person to let the colour of my skin be a barrier to what I want to accomplish, but recognize that I have to work exceptionally harder to be recognized as equal. I believe this is the experience of many people of colour living in Canada.
We are still working to prove ourselves in occupations that we have historically not been representational. In my new role as an elected politician, I continually strive to represent all that I serve and not just the ones that voted for me or the ones from racialized communities.
Canada is a land of boundless opportunities. We are the second largest country in land mass, with a small population by comparison. As we welcome newcomers to this country we need to recognize the diversity that is created, while acknowledging the true stewards of this land our indigenous community.
#photoblog #migrantstories #facesofimmigrationcanada #canada #newcomers #successstories
All this has been a success because of our great collaboration with 📸 @colincorneau
#photography #winnipeg #photographer #portraitphotographer - check him out!
Name: Sara Usman
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Sara migrated to Canada from Pakistan in 2012, prior to that she lived in England. Coming to Canada has been the best thing happened to her. She was able to leave an abusive relationship, sought shelter for herself and her children and is now helping other women stand up for themselves through her volunteer non profit organization called The Shameless Circle. Her work includes raising awareness on the issue of non consensual distribution of intimate images. Just recently her organization partnered with Manitoba Government to proclaim April 14 as the provincial day to raise awareness on this very issue - the same day she found hidden cameras in her house in 2018. She has since turned her trauma into a healing path forward for women from across the globe.
She recently won the Future Leaders of Manitoba Award and the Mayors Volunteer Service Award.
Blessed to be in a country where equality matter, women’s rights matter. Still a long way to go but working on it -Sara Usman
#photoblog #migrantstories #facesofimmigrationcanada #canada #newcomers #successstories #immigrationmatters #immigrants
📸 @colincorneau
Behind the scenes for the photoblog not even the cold-ish weather stopped up today. Our amazing @colincorneau in action with his magic #migrantstories #newcomers #winnipeg #bestcameramanever📸😎
Sitting in an empty park in a -3 weather waiting to do a photoshoot is not that bad after all. #reflectingonlife #reflectingonmigrantstories #brainstormingideas #happyweekendeveryone #staywarmandsafe #winnipeg
Part 3 of 3: Present, Reflection and Future
Fast forward four years, and I've opened Tarboosh Middle Eastern grocery store- a specialty Middle Eastern grocery store, where we offer a wide variety of groceries, fresh pita, desserts and halal meats. @tarbooshwpg and @arabesquecaferestaurant complete a part of me that was missing; a connection to Syria's foods, experiences, tastes, and sensations. It is an enormous comfort to countless members of the community and me to offer this little bit of home in Canada. In November, I will announce the opening of Al Basha, another Middle Eastern restaurant that will provide a sit-down restaurant with meals from across the middle east.
As exhausting and demanding my eight years in Canada have been, they have also been infinitely rewarding. I often look back on my father's life and how history repeats itself. He was exiled from Palestine in 1948 and forced to start his life again in Syria. He worked hard and sacrificed so that our family could rebuild their lives and even thrive in another country. I see now that it is my turn to do the same.
After nine years, I feel I have contributed significantly to Manitoba. I have provided a piece of Syria in the heart of Winnipeg. Winnipegger's no longer have to haul items from the Middle East to Canada, but can find them here. It helps ease the transition for new immigrants and creates a sense of community and nostalgia for all.
So many times in the past decade, I've felt my destiny was beyond my control. Finally, though, I feel a deep sense of home. I am grateful for all the support I've received through the years, which only makes me want to work harder for myself and the community that has grown around me. I am thankful for everyone who helped make this journey a lot less lonely. #photoblog #migrantstories #newcomers #refugees #refugeeswelcome #facesofimmigrationcanada #Winnipeg #successstories
Part 2 of 3
Name: Mohammad Naser
Country of Origin: Palestine
The first couple of years were painful and exhausting. I worked in numerous jobs while learning English. I would use google translate to interpret conversations and get around the grocery store. While I worked to survive, I longed for the food and people back home. I thought of the life I had left behind; the love and the joy of breaking bread with the ones you love. It was a difficult time in my life.
In 2015, the government of Canada announced it would bring Syrian refugees to Canada. At this point, I felt the call of destiny once again, but this time I was in control. I knew I had to step up and help make sure their transition into Canada was easier than my journey. I started working at MIIC (Welcome Place) as a housing director and helped Syrian families transition into their new lives and homes.
I knew that helping find work and learn English was only a part of that process. People need a sense of community and culture. I thought of how much I missed the food from back home and the space to gather with friends and family. In 2016, inspired by this longing, I opened Arabesque Hookah Café & Restaurant.
Arabesque was one of the first Middle Eastern restaurants in Winnipeg. We created a space for members of the community to gather and eat authentic food. It quickly became a space to get together over coffee or food and shisha to chat, just like we did in Syria. It also became a broader gathering point for Winnipeggers from different backgrounds and experiences. I was proud to see and share the love of my culture with so many other communities. It was beautiful to see so many different people come together to share their experiences and culture.
#facesofimmigrationcanada #canada🇨🇦 #newcomers #refugees #migrantstories 📸 @colincorneau #immigrationmatters #refugeeswelcome #winnipeg @arabesquecaferestaurant #photoblog
Part 1 of 3
Name: Mohammad Naser
Country of Origin: Palestine
In early 2012, I came to Canada for a vacation on a visitor's visa. The plan was to return to Syria in a couple of months. Little did I know, I would never see Syria again. As the days passed, and the height of the civil war continued to destroy the nation, I was left with no choice but to seek refuge in Canada. Like all refugees, forcefully leaving your home is incredibly painful and traumatic. You leave behind your entire life with the knowledge you might never see your home again. You settle in a foreign land where you might not know the language or culture. It is not a decision to be made lightly.
I never had an option to make a choice, it was made for me. I left Syria with the intention of returning after a few months. I never had a chance to say goodbye. As the conflict worsened, I had no opportunity to prepare for the journey that I was about to face. I was completely unprepared financially for what the future held for me. As part of the application for a visitor's visa, I provided a bank statement that included all of my assets. Before the Civil War, my family business was a major contracting firm for UNREWA (United Nations Relief and Work Agency for Palestinian Refugees). When the civil war broke out we had numerous assets and funds frozen by the central bank of Syria: meaning any money in the bank was as good as gone. In the eyes of the government of Canada, though, I was a "wealthy man" and ineligible for government subsidies and support for newcomers and refugees. It became clear that I was completely on my own in a country where I didn't speak the language, had no access to my money and no way to return to Syria. Once again, I felt helpless, with no control over my destiny. At this turning point, it became clear that I had no option if I would survive in Canada; I needed to learn the language and get a job. I signed myself up for English classes and slowly learned to communicate. Using the knowledge and expertise of my family business, I was able to get a construction job. #photoblog #facesofimmigration #canada🇨🇦 #migrantstories #newcomers 📸 @Colin Corneau
There is always, always something to be thankful for. For us at the Migrant Stories Canada, we are thankful for the love and support we have from you. Happy Thanksgiving to you all! #MS #thanksgiving
I am so proud of our team (Sumegha, Immaculate, and Colin).
Thank you @cbcmanitoba @dustysole
This is truly heartwarming 🙏🏾
Reposted from @sumeghagupta_ Thank you @cbcmanitoba for featuring our project @stories_migrant
I am very proud to work on this project with @mac_imma and @colincorneau Also would like to acknowledge the great support from our family, friends, the people we feature, and our audience for making this project a success. Together we can make a difference by telling/sharing our stories #immigrationmatters
Link here or in Bio - https://lnkd.in/g3pQQZi
Name: Kishor Modha
Country of Origin: Uganda
On leaving Uganda, arrived in Canada in 1975 after spending 3 years in the USA. My brother/sister-in-law attracted us here. When I applied for immigration to Canada from USA, I was given visa to move here as I was told that there was need for wildlife biologists ( I qualified as a Zoologist with Master from Uganda). But did not get a job in wildlife field.
Initially took odd jobs. In 1976 I got involved with a photographic company called Souter Studios. I turned my photographic hobby into a profession. I opened a studio in Thompson, Manitoba and lived there for six years. I moved to Winnipeg in 1982 where I opened two more studios.
In 1986 helped my two nephews and their two friends (also brothers) in starting up of their business – Mondetta Clothing Company. This is now a multi-million business trading in the USA and Canada. I have served as manager/administrator/HR at Mondetta Clothing Co till 2014 when I retired from the Company.
In 2005 the Company established Mondetta Charity Foundation with me as a Chairman/President. We have been supporting a school in Uganda and an orphanage in Kenya for last 15 years. I still provide volunteer service to the Foundation.
Canada has been very nice to my family and myself. Canada is home country as my two boys are born here. Uganda is my birth country which I have deep love for. Ironically, I have gone back to Uganda even though I was expelled by previous regime. Reason being the love for the country and gentle Ugandan.
What does Canada mean to you?
Pierre Trudeau was reason why Canada rescued Ugandan Asians during President Idi Amin’s Asian expulsion crisis.
Even before coming here, I admired Canada for its non-alignment philosophy.
Canada has been involved in peace missions all over the world especially in Rwanda and Zaire (formerly Congo). Its presence in various countries has been appreciated and admired. United Nations has chosen Canada as the best country to live in.
Canada’s national multicultural attitude towards its population is very much admired. 📸@ColinCorneau
#photoblog #migrantstories #canada #facesofimmigrationcanada
Name: Abdul-Bari Abdul-Karim
Country of Origin: Ghana
I moved to Canada as an international student to pursue my Masters in the Department of Sociology & Criminology at the University of Manitoba. I had a great transition to the new academic environment with the passionate support from my graduate supervisor, Dr. Lori Wilkinson, who mentored me throughout my academic journey to the workplace.
As an international student with interest in newcomer issues, research and policies, I volunteered in multiple newcomer settlement sector organizations in Winnipeg to contribute my quota to the support of newcomer children, youth, and their families in successfully resettling and integrating into their new home. Upon completion of my master’s program, I was able to attain employment at the Newcomers Employment and Education Development Services (N.E.E.D.S.) Inc. as an Education Specialist. My job satisfaction has always been seeing immigrant and refugee children and youth succeeding in schools, advancing into post-secondary, and working in their chosen careers after graduation.
Canada means a lot to me especially, it has exposed me to people of different cultural backgrounds to positively influence my life, career, and perceptions of other people over the years. Canada has provided me the necessary opportunity to achieve my long-term goal of assisting marginalized groups in society in various capacities to have equal and equitable opportunities in successfully accessing education and labour market and realizing their dreams. I have also been able to impart my acquired knowledge in the immigration research field by researching into barriers of foreign credential recognition and access to regulated professions in Manitoba. #photoblog #migrantstories #facesofimmigrationcanada #canada
The Migrant Stories are brewing up something cool with #CBC ... It was such a great experience and are thankful for all our participants in making the day a successful one. Thanks @cbcnews for hosting us 🙏🏾 We only miss Collin in this pic 🙁 #MS #migrantstories
Name: Elizabeth Asiimwe
Country of Origin: Born in Canada / Raised in Uganda
Growing up, I never knew I was different until I reached high school. It was in high school where, I discovered that I was different in terms of my skin colour. Growing up in Uganda, my parents told me I was born in Canada. I only knew Uganda, and it has always been my home country. The time came for me to travel back to Canada, the country where I was born. The country I knew I was going to start a new life far from home, family, and friends. Before leaving for Canada, my dad told me, "people are going to treat you different but, always remember you are special and unique."
Upon my arrival in Canada, I experienced seeing snow for the first time; it was an exciting, and strange experience. My dad’s friends picked me up from the airport and they were white friends. I noticed there were a lot of white people around me, and this is where it hit me, and I remembered what my dad told me.
The people seemed nice, and welcoming. My dad's friends took me to the hostel where I was going to be staying while in school. I felt sad and lonely; I did not have anyone around me - I had no family to run to. I could not connect with someone in fear that they would not understand me. The good thing is that I knew English, and I understood it very well, but I had difficulty talking, and connecting with white people.
School was a hustle for the first year with a new program, and the lectures were different. On top of that, I was a shy girl, but I eventually picked up on everything to do with academics. Things turned around when I met a new friend from Kenya. She was awesome, she was more outgoing, and she encouraged me to be more assertive and speak up. She encouraged me to say no to what I did not like especially to a white person, I was afraid of white people and I do not know why(lol).
It has been quite a difficult journey to settle in Canada as a young woman of colour. I had to get strong every day, and I embraced my colour, and had to remind myself that I am beautiful and unique. My friends say, ‘melanin popping,’ and I am not ashamed of being Black.
#newcomers #migrantstories #photoblog
Check out these #beautiful #rangoli designs our very own @sumeghagupta_
and her family have designed.
Reposted from @sumeghagupta_ The art of making #Rangoli. Having some fun with family on a warm Winnipeg evening. #ethnofest2020 - #regrann #culture #art #familytime #newcomers #canada #india #traditions #Winnipeg #canada
Name: Marion Warkotsch
Country of Origin: Germany
I came to Canada in January of 2008. At first, I didn’t want to be here, but my parents had made the decision to pack our lives into two suitcases each, and start a better life across the pond. Here I am, almost 13 years later and I wouldn’t want to have it any other way.
Coming to Canada as an immigrant was hard, with having to pay extra fees for college and trying to make it through the months on minimum wages, but in the end, the struggles and sleepless nights of working and studying have paid off. I graduated with a college diploma and bachelor degree, and now, I am finishing my designation as a CPA soon. I can say that Canada has so many opportunities for people that are driven, focused, determined, and willing to go the extra mile to make their dreams come true! Canada, you are truly a blessing!!
#facesofimmigrationcanada #facesofimmigrationcanada #migrantstories #newcomers #canada #photoblog
Name: Hector Colombo
Country if Origin: Argentina
Being an immigrant in Canada was one of the most significant experiences of my life. Canada’s nature, people and way of life affected and changed me for the rest of my life. My experience was even better than I could have imagined. I met new people, made new friends, and visited new places. My family is living here with happiness, safety and liberty, we are so grateful for having the chance to live, study and work in Canada! Regarding my particular experience, I started working in helping other immigrants and seniors about basic computer knowledge. Doing that, I had the chance to receive so many gratefulness, handshakes and smiles from unknown people, that it made me see the world and job in a different way. I learned that teaching, giving or helping others is a wonderful occupation, and that I want to continue doing the same. Canada gave me so many things that the day is not enough to do everything!
#facesofimmigrationcanada #facesofimmigration #photoblog
Name: Bisong Taiwo
Country of Origin: Nigeria
I came to Canada as an international student over a decade ago and since then, Canada has become my home. Life in Canada as an immigrant has been filled with several positive experiences: low unemployment rates, constant electricity, clean water, decent roads, relative safety and security all contribute to making Canada a beautiful and peaceful country to live in. A staggering 98% of employer businesses are SMEs, of which my little video production company is among, and Canada has lots of facilities in place to sustain small businesses like mine. I couldn't be happier to call Canada my home.
📸 @colincorneau
#facesofimmigrationcanada #facesofimmigration #photoblog
Meet Colin Corneau - Our Photographer
@colincorneau is a photographer based in #Winnipeg #Manitoba, near the longitudinal centre of Canada and not far from the geographic centre of North America.
He brings 25 years of experience as a daily media photojournalist to your event, portrait or idea. He also shares the experience of extended visits to China, Thailand, Nepal and other countries with his work.
Colin has learned first-hand of the value #imigrants brings to our society, from decades as a newspaper photographer seeing the positive effects #newcomers have on the communities they join, to personal friendships with people from all continents. It's his hope that his photography can be a way to introduce our newer friends, neighbours, and colleagues to #Canadians.
#photoblog
Exciting News!!
The Migrant Stories is excited to share our new sub- project we have been working on tirelessly this month!
We couldn't have made it possible without our soon to be featured people, Colin our photographer-partner, @sumeghagupta_ , and Immaculate.
For more information about the photoblog ----> LINK IN BIO <------
#migrantstories #facesofimmigrationcanada #facesofimmigration #canada🇨🇦